Any visitor to my conference room is immediately struck by large portraits of two of my favorite men of all time: Abraham Lincoln and George Washington. The latter led the Colonies to victory over England, then refused popular demand to be King instead of President over the new Republic. The former would secure that Republic […]
Updating a last will and testament or a trust may be necessary one or more times after the initial creation of the estate plan. Many ask, "Why should I update my will or trust?" Chances are you are used to the concept of routine maintenance. Hair and nails need to be cut and trimmed. If […]
It is possible to reduce funeral expenses. Not everyone plans ahead for their own burials. When they do, these people are often surprised by the cost of funerals. If they do not plan ahead, their loved ones can be left with sticker shock and a hefty bill. According to a recent Kiplinger article titled “Six Ways […]
Not everyone requires the same amount of protein each day. Protein is a key nutrient for the human body. Although most people attribute this nutrient to meat, it is also found in a variety of plants. Those in the United States of America are not generally at risk of protein deficiency, but it is possible. […]
An inheritance can be tricky to navigate, depending on the asset. Some people are chosen to receive an inheritance. Their loved ones created an estate plan and made a point to include them. Others inherit by default because a relative died intestate. According to a recent CNBC article titled “Receiving an inheritance? Here’s how experts say […]
Disinheriting a family member is the choice of the person who creates the estate plan. People are responsible for their own money. They can choose to spend it all before they die, donate it to charity, or leave some, all, or none of it to loved ones. Essentially, an inheritance is a gift, not a […]
Minimizing empty calories could improve aging. Calorie consumption has been linked to weight gain and weight loss for decades. No surprises there. Although daily recommendations of nutrients are typically set for a 2,000-calorie diet, some people require more, and others need less. These requirements vary based on factors like age, gender, and activity level. According […]
Mick Jagger may have estate planning on his mind. Musicians are not generally known for their estate planning successes. In recent years, artists like Prince and Aretha Franklin have made headlines for leaving a mess for probate courts and loved ones to manage. Prince had no estate plan in place, while Franklin left loved ones […]
Trust funds and wills are both estate planning documents. The average person has likely heard of last wills and trust funds. Last wills receive attention as plot devices in books, television shows, and films. Trust funds are often mentioned when people discuss families with generational wealth, like the Rockefeller family. While these contexts can provide […]
Fame could not protect Joanne Woodward from an Alzheimer’s diagnosis. Alzheimer’s cannot be bought off. It is not impressed with fame or success. Anyone can be diagnosed with the disease. According to a recent Hollywood Life article titled “Joanne Woodward’s Health: Her Alzheimer’s Battle & How She’s Doing Today,” actress Joanne Woodward is a prime example. She […]
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Overland Park Estate Planning Attorney Kyle Krull assists clients in Kansas and Missouri with Estate Planning, Wills, Trusts, Revocable Living Trusts, Charitable Planning, Asset Protection and Business Succession Planning in the greater Kansas City area including Overland Park, Leawood, Olathe, Lenexa, Johnson County Kansas and Jackson County Missouri.
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