Why Estate Planning Matters — And Why We Gift Fire-Resistant Folders to Protect What Matters Most
Estate planning is one of those tasks many people know they should organise, but often push to the bottom of their to-do list. Life is busy, responsibilities pile up, and it can feel like something that can wait for “another day.”
But the truth is this:
Life doesn’t always give us warning signs.
And when the unexpected happens, the last thing you want is confusion, stress or extra pressure placed on the people you love.
At Renee Roumanos Legal, we believe estate planning is not just a legal process — it is a gift of clarity, direction and protection for your family. And for me personally, this belief comes from lived experience.
Losing My Home to a Fire Changed Everything
Three years ago, our brand-new home burnt down in a catastrophic fire. It was only five months old.
Among the devastation, we quickly discovered something people rarely talk about:
We had lost not only our belongings, but our birth certificates, passports, identification, insurance documents, certificates and important paperwork that families rely on. Replacing everything — while dealing with grief, shock, demolition and rebuilding — was overwhelming and incredibly time-consuming.
That experience reshaped how I practise law, and it highlighted just how vital proper document storage and estate planning truly are.
This Is Why We Now Gift Fire-Resistant A4 Estate Planning Folders
To support our clients beyond the legal process itself, we designed and introduced our fire-resistant A4 folders — gifted to every client who completes their estate planning with us.
These premium folders are specifically created to keep your essential documents protected and accessible, including:
Your Will
Power of Attorney
Enduring Guardianship
Identification and certificates
Insurance information
Key documents your family may need urgently
This isn’t about convenience.
It’s about safeguarding your future — and ensuring your loved ones can access critical information when it matters most.
After experiencing firsthand how devastating it is to lose vital documents in a fire, this offering has become one of the most meaningful parts of our estate planning service.
Estate Planning Protects Your Family, Your Assets and Your Legacy
Proper estate planning is essential for every adult — regardless of age, health, family structure or asset level. It provides certainty in moments of uncertainty and prevents family conflict, delay and financial stress.
Estate planning protects:
Your home and property
Your children
Your business
Your savings and investments
Your medical wishes
Your dignity and long-term intentions
When documents are clearly prepared, safely stored and easy for your loved ones to find, you give your family an extraordinary gift: clarity, confidence and peace.
Don’t Wait for a Wake-Up Call — Protection Starts Now
You shouldn’t need to experience disaster to understand the importance of being prepared.
If you’ve been putting off your estate planning, or it has been years since your documents were updated, now is the perfect time to protect your future and safeguard your family.
At Renee Roumanos Legal, we guide you through the process with compassion, clarity and no jargon — and ensure your documents are stored safely in our fire-resistant estate planning folder.
Ready to Protect Your Legacy?
If you’d like to book an appointment or learn more about our estate planning services, we’re here to help.
Contact our team today to take the first step towards complete peace of mind — for you, and for the people who matter most.
