{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"020: Naturalization: Is the Process Worth It?","description":"The thoughts around becoming a naturalized citizen can be, well, daunting. Many wonder if it\u2019s worth the time and effort. Absolute Trust Talk guest and immigration law expert Nadia Yakoob encourages all clients, and those wondering about the process, to take the time and make an effort because the benefits far outweigh taking no action at all. Nadia has been practicing immigration law for 18 years.  She immigrated to the United States at the age of ten with her family after living in Singapore, Malaysia, the UK, and France. Her personal experiences have shaped her approach to her work and her clients. Nadia joins Kirsten in the studio for a new episode of Absolute Trust Talk to discuss everything about becoming a naturalized citizen: the requirements, the length of the process, details about filing, what the interview is like, even if it\u2019s possible to have dual citizenship. An interesting and informational episode you don\u2019t want to miss. Top Takeaway from Episode #020: It may seem like a lot of work, but it\u2019s not as difficult as you may think. The benefits are more than worth it. Time-Stamped Show Notes: 2:56 \u2013 Nadia discusses the advantages of becoming a naturalized citizen 6:15 \u2013 Are there disadvantages to going through the naturalization process? 7:58 \u2013 Nadia shares the four requirements necessary to become a naturalized citizen 16:25 \u2013 Nadia discusses how she helps her clients through the process 20:02 \u2013 What does the naturalization interview process look like? 24:25 \u2013 This is how much it costs to file for naturalization. 25:29 \u2013 Kirsten asks Nadia to share how long the whole process takes 27:38 \u2013 Kirsten discusses the importance of naturalization and estate planning Episode #020 Freebie: How do you become a naturalized citizen? What are the requirements? What documents do you need? What does the process look like? There are many advantages for a foreign national to acquire U.S. citizenship through naturalization. While the process might seem daunting \u2013 it does require some paperwork, time, and diligence \u2013 it\u2019s not as overwhelming as many believe. Immigration law expert Nadia Yakoob is sharing with listeners a unique tool that discusses the benefits of acquiring U.S. citizenship, what the requirements are, what documents are necessary, plus a checklist to ensure you have all the information needed. Click here to access your free copy! Resources\/Tools\/Links Mentioned In This Episode: USCIS Interview Test Information Take the Next Step in Your Estate Planning Journey If this episode resonated with you, we'd love to help you with your own estate planning needs in California. Schedule a complimentary discovery call with our team at Absolute Trust Counsel. During this no-obligation conversation, we'll: Learn about your unique situation and goals Answer questions about our services Determine if we're the right fit to work together  Visit https:\/\/absolutetrustcounsel.com\/scheduling\/ or call 925-943-2740 to schedule your free discovery call today. Follow and Review: We\u2019d love for you to follow us if you haven\u2019t yet. Click that purple '+' in the top right corner of your Apple Podcasts app. We\u2019d love it even more if you could drop a review or 5-star rating over on Apple Podcasts. Simply select \u201cRatings and Reviews\u201d and \u201cWrite a Review\u201d then a quick line with your favorite part of the episode. It only takes a couple second and it helps spread the word about the podcast. Episode Credits: The Absolute Trust Talk podcast is brought to you with the help of Q2Mark, led by Chief Marketing Officer Susie Hays. Since 2016, Q2Mark has partnered with Absolute Trust Counsel on all marketing communications\u2014from brand development and website design to this podcast series with over 192 episodes, social media management, video production, and more. If you're business owner looking for comprehensive marketing support, visit Q2Mark.com. ","author_name":"Absolute Trust Talk","author_url":"https:\/\/absolutetrustcounsel.com\/podcast","html":"