{"id":871,"date":"2026-04-14T04:05:08","date_gmt":"2026-04-14T04:05:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/hhww.mindiii.com\/?post_type=podcast&#038;p=871"},"modified":"2026-04-14T04:05:09","modified_gmt":"2026-04-14T04:05:09","slug":"why-smart-entrepreneurs-start-businesses-in-nevada-asset-protection-tax-benefits-with-nicole-harvey","status":"publish","type":"podcast","link":"https:\/\/hhww.mindiii.com\/index.php\/podcast\/why-smart-entrepreneurs-start-businesses-in-nevada-asset-protection-tax-benefits-with-nicole-harvey\/","title":{"rendered":"Why Smart Entrepreneurs Start Businesses in Nevada | Asset Protection &amp; Tax Benefits with Nicole Harvey"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>\ud83c\udf99\ufe0f&nbsp;<strong>Welcome to Healthy Happy Wise Wealthy!<br><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In this insightful episode, Mary Meyer sits down with attorney Nicole Harvey of Nevada Counsel to unpack one of the most important \u2014 and often misunderstood \u2014 topics in life and business: legal planning. From the difference between wills and trusts to protecting business assets and mitigating risk, Nicole shares practical wisdom that helps demystify the legal world and empower listeners to plan ahead with confidence.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019ve ever felt overwhelmed by legal language or unsure about how to protect your family, business, or legacy, this conversation brings clarity and reassurance. Nicole\u2019s grounded, approachable perspective shows that thoughtful planning isn\u2019t about fear \u2014 it\u2019s about creating peace of mind for yourself and the people you care about.<\/p>\n\n\n \n<div data-block=\"gutenkit\/button\" data-post-id=\"871\" id=\"block-40629c8f-4539-4a6f-9074-8627e3f1ba37\" class=\"wp-block-gutenkit-button gkitf1ba37 gutenkit-block\"><div class=\"gkit-btn-wraper\"><a class=\"gkit-btn\" href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/8nh9Jcvcaz0?si=bdakno2cCkqZEO-v\">Click to Watch<div class=\"icon-right\"><svg version=\"1.1\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"32\" height=\"32\" viewBox=\"0 0 32 32\" class=\"gkit-icon\">\n<title>play-button1<\/title>\n<path d=\"M29.85 8.403c-2.136-3.7-5.585-6.346-9.711-7.452s-8.436-0.538-12.136 1.598c-3.7 2.136-6.346 5.585-7.452 9.711s-0.538 8.436 1.598 12.136c2.136 3.7 5.585 6.346 9.711 7.452 1.378 0.369 2.776 0.552 4.165 0.552 2.771 0 5.506-0.727 7.971-2.15 3.7-2.136 6.346-5.585 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6.676s2.422 7.175 1.431 10.872zM23.674 14.891l-10.283-5.937c-0.546-0.315-1.197-0.315-1.743-0s-0.871 0.879-0.871 1.509v11.874c0 0.63 0.326 1.194 0.871 1.509 0.273 0.158 0.572 0.236 0.871 0.236s0.599-0.079 0.871-0.236l10.283-5.937c0.546-0.315 0.871-0.879 0.871-1.509s-0.326-1.194-0.871-1.509zM22.841 16.467l-10.283 5.937c-0.013 0.007-0.039 0.022-0.077 0s-0.039-0.052-0.039-0.067v-11.874c0-0.014 0-0.045 0.039-0.067 0.015-0.009 0.028-0.012 0.040-0.012 0.018 0 0.030 0.007 0.038 0.012l10.283 5.937c0.013 0.007 0.039 0.022 0.039 0.067s-0.026 0.060-0.039 0.067zM25.831 8.803c-1.981-2.559-4.958-4.278-8.169-4.716-0.455-0.062-0.876 0.257-0.938 0.712s0.257 0.876 0.712 0.938c2.782 0.38 5.361 1.869 7.077 4.086 0.164 0.212 0.41 0.323 0.659 0.323 0.178 0 0.358-0.057 0.509-0.174 0.364-0.281 0.43-0.805 0.149-1.168z\"><\/path>\n<\/svg>\n<\/div><\/a><\/div><\/div>\n \n\n\n<p><strong>Key takeaways:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Planning ahead protects both your family and your financial future<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Estate planning is valuable for people at every income level<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Trusts can simplify asset transfers and avoid probate complications<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Entrepreneurs benefit greatly from legal risk assessments<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Strong legal support helps businesses grow with confidence<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Asking questions early prevents costly mistakes later<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Legal guidance can transform uncertainty into clarity and peace of mind<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Some questions I ask:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Why did you choose to work in estate planning and business law?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>What is the difference between a will and a trust?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Why do some people choose trusts instead of probate?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>How do trusts help protect assets and simplify estate planning?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>When should entrepreneurs start working with a lawyer?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>What are some of the biggest risks business owners overlook?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>How do LLCs protect business owners from liability?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>What should business owners know when selling products across state lines?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>How can entrepreneurs mitigate risks as their businesses grow?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Learn more about our guest:<br><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Nicole Harvey<br>Nevada Counsel<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Website:&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/nevadacounsel.com\/\">https:\/\/nevadacounsel.com\/<\/a><br>Youtube:&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/@NevadaCounselLLC\">https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/@NevadaCounselLLC<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>LinkedIn:&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/nicole-m-harvey-esq\/\">https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/nicole-m-harvey-esq\/<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Facebook:&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/NevadaCounsel\">https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/NevadaCounsel<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Instagram:&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/NevadaCounsel\/\">https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/NevadaCounsel\/<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Educational Resources:<br>Estate planning education videos on their YouTube Channel:&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/@NevadaCounselLLC\">https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/@NevadaCounselLLC<\/a><br>Business legal tools and templates on their website:&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/nevadacounsel.com\/self-service\">https:\/\/nevadacounsel.com\/self-service<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Free Tools Available:<br>Business NDA templates<br>Contract review checklist<br>Financial power of attorney forms<br>Healthcare power of attorney forms<br>Estate planning tools<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Resource List:<br><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Nicole&#8217;s Book: I Hope You Die Laughing: A Beginner\u2019s Guide to Estate Planning<br>Buy Book Here:&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/ihopeyoudielaughing.com\/\">https:\/\/ihopeyoudielaughing.com\/<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Programs mentioned<br>Estate planning 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