Social Security can be impacted by divorce. People have many different thoughts, feelings, and opinions about Social Security. For some people, this program IS their only source of retirement income. Even those who do not need Social Security still expect to receive monthly benefits because of the payments they made into the system while working. […]
Asset transfer mistakes can be easy to make without professional estate planning. Handoffs are not always easy. Whether it involves transferring the baton in a relay race, a handoff from center to quarterback, or passing the ball to a teammate in soccer, precision is key. A simple miscalculation can lead to failure. According to a […]
Stretching each day benefits overall health. Muscles, tendons, and ligaments are essential to movement. If any of these become injured, then mobility is greatly decreased. Whether the injury is small or significant, it can make everyday tasks like driving, walking, and even sitting a challenge. Yikes! According to a recent Livestrong article titled “Want to Age […]
Reduced salt intake correlates with lower blood pressure. Diet and exercise are health factors people can control. Even so, making changes in these areas is often intimidating. People either make lofty plans and fail to follow through or never take action to improve their health. According to a recent Verywell article titled “Diet or Exercise: Which […]
Preparing for the future involves getting your affairs in order. People tend to fall into two camps. They either constantly worry about the future or never consider how their current actions will impact them in the days, months, and years to come. Neither is particularly helpful. According to a recent National Institute on Aging article […]
Storing legal documents in a secure location is necessary. Some people are meticulously organized. Others are fairly tidy but have no rhyme or reason for their physical spaces. Still, others live in complete chaos. According to a recent The Washington Post article titled “Aretha Franklin’s will was in her couch. Here’s where to keep yours,” some […]
Living trusts and wills are both effective in distributing an inheritance. In times past, ancient pharaohs and other royalty were buried with portions of their wealth. This is no longer a common practice. Nowadays, people generally believe you cannot take your stuff with you when you die. As one old saw holds, "You will never […]
An irrevocable funeral trust can help in paying for memorials and burials. People set aside money for a lot of things. Many save for tangible items like a car or a home. Others set aside funds for events or experiences like weddings, vacations, or education. According to a recent Yahoo Finance article titled “Pros and Cons […]
Generalized weakness can have numerous causes. Aging changes the body. Ask anyone over 30. A common complaint of folks a few decades beyond age 30 is a sense of feeling weak and tired. Sometimes, this is a result of merely getting older. Other times, the generalized weakness is a symptom of a more serious ailment. […]
Bank accounts do not have to pass through probate. With most actions in life, there is typically an easy and a hard way to accomplish the same task. Although one can hand wash every plate, bowl, fork, knife, and spoon after dinner, it is more efficient to simply load and run a dishwasher. Sometimes easy […]
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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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