Organize Early: Don’t wait to have the difficult conversations about end-of-life wishes and funeral planning. Making decisions together ahead of time eases the burden later and helps avoid costly, emotional spending.Natalie ShippTitle: Before and After: A Couple’s Guide to Preparing for Loss with Natalie ShippWelcome to another episode of Life Happens with Kim Hegwood! Today, Kim Hegwood is joined by special guest Natalie Maxwell Shipp of IMG Financial Group for an essential conversation about “Before and After: Couples’ Guide to Preparing for Loss.” Together, they explore the crucial financial, legal, and emotional preparations couples should make to ease the burden when life takes an unexpected turn. From end-of-life planning, discussing difficult decisions, and understanding the necessary legal documents, to dealing with the practical realities in the first 72 hours after a loss, Natalie Maxwell Shipp shares invaluable insights and actionable steps. Tune in as they discuss ways to organize your information, communicate intentions, and set your loved ones up for a smoother transition—because when it comes to Legacy and loss, a little planning makes all the difference.How to Contact Nataliewww.natalieshipp.com832-369-9437Natalie.shipp@imgfinancialgroup.comLinkedInhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/natalie-maxwell-shipp/Bio:· Natalie is a Houston native who has built her practice supporting widows and their families during one of life’s most overwhelming transitions. She helps clients cut through confusion, untangle complex decisions, understand their options, and take the next right steps with confidence. Her work focuses on Estate administration and thoughtful financial planning, including investment management and insurance, always with an emphasis on Education, simplicity, and doing what truly serves the client. Natalie believes good financial guidance should feel reassuring, not intimidating, and she takes pride in being a steady presence her clients can trust.· Natalie graduated from St. Pius X High School and holds a B.S. in Accounting and Finance from Auburn University, an M.S. in Accounting from Sam Houston State University, and a Certificate in Financial Planning from The University of Texas at Austin.· Outside of her practice, Natalie is actively involved in the Houston community through the Junior League of Houston and Bo’s Place, a Grief support center for individuals and families. When she’s not working, she enjoys meaningful Travel, time outdoors, and life at home in the Heights with her husband, Stephan, and their beloved orange tabby cat, Franklin._______________________________________________________________Contact Kim Hegwood- Elder Law AttorneyWebsite: https://yourlegacylegalcare.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yourlegacylegalcare/Facebook –https://www.facebook.com/YourLegacyLegalCareLinkedIn-https://www.linkedin.com/company/yourlegacylegalcare/YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/@yourlegacylegalcareYour Legacy Legal Care 1150 Clear Lake City Blvd., Suite 100 Houston, TX 77062 (281) 218-0880
