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What are Common Social Security Misconceptions?

POSTED ON: January 17, 2022 BY: Kyle Krull
Many Americans do not understand Social Security. Gone are the days where trading and bartering reigned supreme. Money is required to purchase necessities and, well, pay bills. This makes income essential at every life stage. Cash flow is king, they say. According to a recent Money Talks News article titled “6 Things Many Americans Get […]
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Business owners

What Planning is Specific to Business Owners?

POSTED ON: January 14, 2022 BY: Kyle Krull
Business owners should tie estate planning to succession planning. Owning and running a business is no small feat. If it were, more people would have their own businesses. Those who start a business must address all aspects including mission, finances, and staffing. According to a recent Index Fund Advisors article titled “How to Avoid a […]
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Estate planning attorney

Why Should I Work with an Estate Planning Attorney?

POSTED ON: January 13, 2022 BY: Kyle Krull
Working with an experienced estate planning attorney is essential. Many things can be done on your own. You can cut down on takeout costs by making copycat recipes at home. Likewise, handmade gifts are often more meaningful and less expensive. According to a recent Pennsylvania News Today article titled “Top 7 Reasons You Need An […]
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Last will and testament

Why Have a Last Will and Testament in Place?

POSTED ON: January 12, 2022 BY: Kyle Krull
A last will and testament is valuable to estate planning. Journalism is known for the tagline “If it bleeds, it leads.” Headlines are crafted to attract attention. Since 2020, COVID-19 has become one of the most common topics of news headlines in the United States and around the world. Although COVID-19 has negatively impacted the […]
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Durable power of attorney

Why Should I Have a Durable Power of Attorney?

POSTED ON: January 11, 2022 BY: Kyle Krull
A general durable power of attorney is essential when it comes to incapacity planning. Accidents occur unexpectedly and can happen to anyone. There is no discrimination on age, gender, or socioeconomic status. These events range from minor or catastrophic. According to a recent Fed Week article titled “Considerations for Providing a Power of Attorney,” preparing for […]
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Passwords

Should My Executor Have My Account Passwords?

POSTED ON: January 10, 2022 BY: Kyle Krull
Passwords can be a pain for heirs without appropriate planning. Digital assets are a significant part of our modern lives. Almost all digital assets require credentials for access. A login is often required too gain access to your local computer, let alone online accounts and mobile apps. According to a recent Barron article titled “How […]
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Blended Families

Is Disinheritance Common with Blended Families?

POSTED ON: January 7, 2022 BY: Kyle Krull
Blended families bring more complexity to estate planning. Understatement. Many households in America are blended family households. This can be a result of divorce and remarriage. Other times blended families come after the death of a spouse and remarriage. According to a recent The News-Enterprise article titled “In blended families, estate planning can have unintended […]
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Transfer on Death Accounts

Should I Use Transfer on Death Accounts or a Trust?

POSTED ON: January 6, 2022 BY: Kyle Krull
Transfer on Death accounts and trusts can be useful for assets bypassing probate. Not all assets are treated the same in estate planning. Some assets are best distributed through probate via a last will and testament or outside of probate via a revocable living trust (RLT). Other assets pass through beneficiary designations or transfer on […]
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Cataract Surgery and Dementia

Can Cataract Surgery Reduce Dementia Risk?

POSTED ON: January 5, 2022 BY: Kyle Krull
Cataract surgery correlates with a decreased risk of developing dementia. Because individuals tend to experience a cognitive decline as they age, there have been many studies involving dementia in recent years. Some focus on diet and prevention. Others look at diagnosis and risk factors. According to a recent The Seattle Times article titled “Cataract surgery […]
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RMD changes 2022

What are 2022 Changes to RMDs?

POSTED ON: January 4, 2022 BY: Kyle Krull
RMDs are governed by the IRS. The process of levying and collecting taxes involves many people. The IRS is tasked with overseeing the proper payment of these taxes. According to a recent AARP article titled “How an IRS Rule Update Impacts Required Minimum Distributions,” the IRS also adjusts formulas used for required minimum distributions (RMDs) […]
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