Hearing aids can be incredibly expensive. People often take their ability to hear for granted. You can drive anywhere and find people blasting the music in their cars. They seem to be oblivious to how this habit impacts their delicate inner ears. Ah, youth. Although some people lose their hearing from poor choices; others experience […]
Certain symptoms cannot be ignored and should involve a visit to the doctor. As people age, they get used to pain and discomfort. When it comes to physical ailments, they increasingly seem to be a part of everyday life to some degree. Although bodies are not at their peak condition during retirement years, not all […]
Heirs with special needs require special planning. You are preparing your estate plan. Your hope is that your estate will bless your heirs and their futures. However, what if you have a loved one with special needs? You should think twice before leaving an outright inheritance. According to a recent Kiplinger article titled “How to […]
Reviewing an estate plan is too often neglected. Things simply do not improve on their own over time. Examples of entropy are everywhere. You know, that good old "Second Law of Thermodynamics" applied broadly? Weeds pop up in gardens. Dust accumulates on shelves. Paint begins to chip and peel. According to a recent WMUR article […]
Did you know sitting on the floor can be a healthy habit? Many Americans spend the majority of their days sitting while in the car, at work, and at home. They may sit at a desk while working. At home, they may prefer a couch. According to a recent Livestrong.com article titled “Want to Age […]
Sometimes food can interfere with prescriptions. We tend to rely on prescribed drugs to be the first line of treatment for many illnesses or medical conditions. In fact, a study by the Lown Institute found 42 percent of Americans age 65 and older take five or more prescriptions daily. About 20 percent take more than […]
Incapacity planning requires valid power of attorney documents. Being picky is not always a bad thing. Purchasing expired groceries can lead to illness. Settling on a mate can lead to a lifetime of conflict and insecurity. According to a recent Medical Economics article titled “Avoid powers of attorney mistakes,” granting power of attorney authority to […]
Estate planning should include preparations for digital assets. I know, I know ... can I take a break from all of these posts about estate planning for digital assets? I mean, "Kyle, it seems like you have a post about digital assets every week!" Well, there is good reason for that. At its foundation, estate […]
An updated estate plan ensures your assets are distributed to desired heirs and much more. The world we live in requires constant updates. Understatement, yes? Phones, computers, and apps make changes and improvements to their systems. Often failing to update operating systems means your device loses functionality and security. According to a recent CNBC article […]
Probate is how the government oversees estate settlement. Most Americans do not understand probate. They have read news articles about celebrity estate battles or have heard stories from friends about the challenges they have faced. Stories like these often lead to people to feel fear and dread about the future of their own assets. According […]
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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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