# When a will isn't enough: How to pass on money and assets after you die

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Podcast: [MPR News with Angela Davis](https://stenobird.com/podcast/mpr-news-with-angela-davis-239489)
Published: 2026-07-09T14:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://www.mprnews.org/episode/2026/07/09/when-a-will-isnt-enough-how-to-pass-on-money-and-assets-after-you-die
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Have you thought about what will happen to your home, your savings or your treasured family keepsakes after you die? If you’re leaving it to your loved ones to just figure out, you might be leaving them costly and stressful problems. MPR News host Angela Davis talks about why estate planning isn’t just for the wealthy, and what simple steps you can take now to reduce expenses and family conflict when you’re gone.

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