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Enjoy a complimentary dinner by joining estate planning attorney Troy Brinkman, of Mason Law & Planning Group, as he walks you through his proven approach to estate planning. Also hear from Ruth Vogt a retirement and reverse mortgage specialist, as she shares insights on using home equity as part of a well-rounded retirement strategy.
Details
Thursday,
April 9, 2026
6:00pm - 8:00pm
Hacienda Colorado
5246 N. Nevada Ave
Colorado Springs, CO 80918
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Overview
At this complimentary dinner seminar, estate attorney Troy Brinkman will provide you with actionable information that you will be able to use for your own personal estate planning.
Homeowners, business owners, and anyone with assets owe it to themselves, and their family, to get honest facts on proper estate planning.
Troy Brinkman's Estate Planning Workshop will educate you on the legal and practical steps you should take to protect your assets, your wishes and the people that you love.
What You'll Learn
- Name a guardian for a minor child or grandchild
- Avoid a long and expensive court process known as probate
- Make your medical wishes known and ensure they are honored
- Make sure the money you leave behind would be immediately and privately available to your family
- Protect your spouse and children’s inheritance from creditors, predators, future divorces, and lawsuits
- Leave behind more than just money and homes, but pass on a legacy
MEET YOUR HOSTS
TROY BRINKMAN
Associate Attorney
Troy is an admitted attorney in Montana, Colorado, and Ohio. He earned his Juris Doctorate from Ohio Northern University and relocated to Colorado shortly after. Since joining the Mason Law Team in 2022 as an associate attorney, he has gone above and beyond to build strong relationships with his clients and specializes in helping them navigate the probate process. Troy understands how important it is for families to get back to the important things in life. When he isn't working hard for his clients, Troy can be found exploring the beauty of the mountains or enjoying a cold beer at local breweries and restaurants with friends.
RUTH VOGT, NMLS #257576
Retirement/Reverse Mortgage Lender
Ruth Vogt is a Retirement/Reverse Mortgage Lender with decades of experience in home financing, having entered the mortgage industry in the 1970s. Over the course of her career, Ruth has worked across all facets of residential lending, including traditional and forward mortgage products, gaining a comprehensive understanding of how housing finance impacts long-term financial outcomes.
In recent years, Ruth has focused on addressing the growing need to educate homeowners age 62 and older on the significant enhancements that have been made to retirement and reverse mortgage programs. With U.S. homeowners holding more than $14 trillion in home equity—exceeding the approximately $8 trillion held in qualified retirement accounts—Ruth believes that housing wealth represents one of the most underutilized assets in retirement planning.
Through an education-first, consultative approach, Ruth works collaboratively with financial planners, trust attorneys, and Realtors to help clients evaluate how home equity can be accessed responsibly—either as a standalone resource or as a supplement to existing retirement assets—to support income stability, longevity planning, and retirement lifestyle goals. Ruth is known for translating complex lending structures into clear, practical guidance that supports informed and well-coordinated decision-making.
"I went to a dinner event hosted by Mason Law. I was very impressed with the presentation. I learned a lot and feel that I am taking the right steps at the right time. Not to mention, we got free dinner. I truly think everyone would benefit from attending this event, regardless of your age! Your future self and family will thank you."
"Paul, his associates, paralegals, and other support staff provided an excellent experience during our estate planning process. They walked us through every step of identifying assets, prepared incredible documentation, and have even continued to follow up to ensure we're taking all necessary steps post formation of our estate. We feel cared for and protected with Mason Law & Planning. You will too."
FAQs
How long is Troy Brinkman's Estate Planning Dinner Seminar?
Our dinner seminars usually runs 60-90 minutes and is presented while you are having dinner.
Does this event cost me anything to attend?
No, this event is complimentary and includes dinner. You will not be asked to buy anything at this event.
How much does it cost to hire Mason Law to do my estate planning?
Well, that varies based on the complexities of your situation. Unlike other estate planning attorneys who charge $350-$450 per hour, we charge a flat fee. We provide a complimentary initial consultation and then will provide you with a flat fee quote to prepare your estate plan.
What if I already have an estate plan?
Many people who attend our workshops already have some type of estate planning in place. They should use our dinner seminar as an opportunity to re-evaluate their choices or to feel more confident that their existing plan will fully protect them.
A COMPLIMENTARY ESTATE PLANNING DINNER SEMINAR
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