On April 19th in Libertyville: 'Estate Planning Explained'

"Failing to plan is planning to fail."

Sometimes attributed to Benjamin Franklin, sometimes to others, the root of the pithy saying isn't nearly as important as whether you heed its wisdom.

With "Estate Planning Explained," Jigar Doshi of Bentron Financial Group will lead a free presentation at 1 p.m. on Wednesday, April 19th at Cook Park Library, 413 N. Milwaukee Ave.

To fill this vital gap in end-of-life preparation and register, visit https://cooklib.libnet.info/event/7756352. The library's general phone number is 847-362-2330.

The presentation is being held in conjunction with Money Smart Week, a public awareness campaign from April 15-21 that is designed to help consumers better manage their personal finances. The campaign was launched in 2002 by the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago; more information about the week is at http://www.moneysmartweek.org/

In the session, Doshi will cover the estate planning process from beginning to end, including the need to plan, the most common planning techniques and the documents involved. The class will also explain the difference between a will and a trust while providing attendees an understanding of probate, wills, power of attorney for healthcare, power of attorney for financial matters, living trusts, and guardianship appointments.

By the end of the session, attendees will have gained a thorough understanding of the steps they need to take to protect their spouse and heirs.

A Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), Doshi joined Bentron Financial Group in 2018. He has an undergraduate degree in chemical engineering from the University of Mumbai-India, and a master's degree in Financial Markets from the Stuart School of Business-IIT Chicago.

Doshi has been providing clarity and vision to successful people for nearly 20 years, using his expertise to maximize returns and improve the client experience. His service includes investment advising, estate planning, risk management and watching out for clients' overall financial well-being.

He and his wife, Kosha, have two children and are active members of the Vernon Hills Indian Association.

Based in Downers Grove, Bentron Financial Group was founded by Dr. Jim Flanagan in 2001. Flanagan is the author of "Packing for Retirement: A Practical Guide to Prepare for Retirement at Any Age." The book offers a comprehensive overview of the myriad facets of retirement planning.

Bentron Financial Group is online at www.bentron.com.