Legacy Liftoff
Legacy Liftoff is the podcast from Lacey Rezanka Law Firm for Florida families and high-net-worth individuals who want straight answers—and a plan that actually holds up when life gets complicated. We cut through the noise around avoiding probate, protecting assets, and minimizing tax exposure, with clear, practical guidance you can use to make confident decisions.
Hosted by the attorneys at Lacey Rezanka, each episode tackles the questions we hear every day—what you can do now to protect what you’ve built, how trusts really work, what triggers probate problems, and how to avoid costly mistakes caused by oversimplified internet advice. Expect myth-busting, real-world examples, and a client-first approach grounded in experience.
006: Reviewing Documents: Turning an Estate “Plan” from Checked Box to Real Protection
Decades of hard work can be undone by an outdated estate plan. In this episode, we walk through what really happens when Florida families assume a dusty trust binder means their legacy is secure.
005: DIY Wills, Powers of Attorney, and Florida Homestead Laws: What Really Puts Your Family at Risk
Most estate planning mistakes don’t start with bad intentions; they start with bad information. In this episode, we walk through the myths that quietly cost Florida families tens of thousands of dollars and, in some
004: Florida Estate Planning Myths That Cost Families Thousands (And How to Avoid Them)
Most Florida families have an estate plan built on bad information. In this episode, Stephen Lacey breaks down the myths that quietly drain estates, delay inheritances, and tear families apart, starting with the one that
003: Lady Bird Deeds in Florida: What They Are, How They Work, and When to Use One
Florida homeowners have a powerful tool for passing property to their loved ones without the cost and delay of probate court. But without thoughtful planning, this tool can have devastating long-term consequences. Stephen Lacey, a
002: How to Avoid Probate in Florida: Trusts, Beneficiary Designations, and What Most Families Get Wrong
Probate in Florida can drag on for nine months to a year, cost families 3% of their assets in attorney’s fees alone, and leave grieving relatives waiting 45–60 days just to access basic funds. Estate
001: Too Much Misinformation, Not Enough Plain English: Why Legacy Liftoff Exists
Stephen Lacey grew up watching his parents treat people from all walks of life with the same level of care and respect. That early lesson, that character matters more than credentials, shaped the attorney he
Decades of hard work can be undone by an outdated estate plan. In this episode, we walk through what really happens when Florida families assume a dusty trust binder means their legacy is secure. We explore the most common breakdowns: unfunded trusts that still...
005: DIY Wills, Powers of Attorney, and Florida Homestead Laws: What Really Puts Your Family at Risk
Most estate planning mistakes don’t start with bad intentions; they start with bad information. In this episode, we walk through the myths that quietly cost Florida families tens of thousands of dollars and, in some cases, fracture relationships beyond repair. The conversation digs into...
Most Florida families have an estate plan built on bad information. In this episode, Stephen Lacey breaks down the myths that quietly drain estates, delay inheritances, and tear families apart, starting with the one that surprises almost everyone: a will does not avoid probate. ...
Florida homeowners have a powerful tool for passing property to their loved ones without the cost and delay of probate court. But without thoughtful planning, this tool can have devastating long-term consequences. Stephen Lacey, a Florida estate planning attorney, breaks down exactly how Lady Bird...
Probate in Florida can drag on for nine months to a year, cost families 3% of their assets in attorney’s fees alone, and leave grieving relatives waiting 45–60 days just to access basic funds. Estate planning attorney Stephen Lacey breaks down exactly why that happens...
Stephen Lacey grew up watching his parents treat people from all walks of life with the same level of care and respect. That early lesson, that character matters more than credentials, shaped the attorney he became, and it’s the reason 3-2-1 Legacy Liftoff exists. ...