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A Real-Life Journey to Independent Living with Jim and Linda

A Real-Life Journey to Independent Living with Jim and Linda

Update: 2025-09-09
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In this Senior Matters Podcast episode, Mark E. Wight speaks with Jim and Linda Cornwell, a couple who approached aging with thoughtful planning. They are among the minority of Americans who have a written estate plan and use it as a foundation for broader life decisions. Their story encompasses a wide range of topics, including managing property across state lines, deciding when to relocate, and navigating emotional moments. After 22 years in their custom home, they faced the difficult decision to relocate to a senior living community. Their planning process included budgeting, downsizing, and recognizing the reality that the next generation may not value sentimental items the same way. Listeners will hear how the Cornwells used experience, communication, and preparation to create a path forward. This episode offers helpful insight for anyone facing major life transitions or helping someone else through one.
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A Real-Life Journey to Independent Living with Jim and Linda

A Real-Life Journey to Independent Living with Jim and Linda

Mark E. Wight, Idaho Estate Planning