Singles are not exempt from having to create an estate plan. Many American adults are currently considered single. These individuals may have never been married. Others may have been married then widowed or divorced. According to a recent County 17 article titled “Even ‘Singles’ Need Estate Plans,” dying without an estate plan is not only […]
Easy is not always better, especially when it comes to estate planning. Life is full of choices. Many factors guide the decisions we make moment by moment when presented with options. The simplest choice is often appealing. According to a recent Florida Today article titled “Estate planning: When you take the lazy way out, someone […]
There are many reasons to review and update an estate plan. Paying attention to expiration dates is important. This can save you from unwittingly poisoning yourself from outdated food. It can also ensure your medications are still potent. Although your estate plan will not have an expiration date on your documents, it will have a […]
Creating a checklist when preparing your estate plan is an excellent idea. Some people really like checklists. I know I do. [In fact, I have a checklist for my Friday household cleaning chores sitting right beside me. I will take up that list right after I finish this blog post.] There is great satisfaction in […]
A checkup should be scheduled when warning signs of dementia are first noticed. Your loved ones are getting older. Each time you visit, you notice new lines crossing their faces, especially if time and distance make those visits less frequent than you would like. You have also recognized changes in memory and temperament. According to […]
Several strategies exists when it comes to providing inheritances to children. People loving giving advice. It seems everyone has an opinion about something. People especially love giving advice about parenting. According to a recent The Wall Street Journal article titled “When to Give Inheritance Money to Your Kids,” you may get conflicting messages about when your […]
The Mediterranean diet may reduce risk for developing Alzheimer’s or dementia. There is a common phrase “you are what you eat.” You have likely heard it numerous times throughout your childhood and adulthood. Athough it seems silly when interpreted at its literal extreme, the phrase holds wisdom. According to a recent Barchester article titled “Mediterranean […]
Original Medicare has limits to what it will cover. Americans age 65 or older are eligible for Medicare coverage. Those with certain qualifying disabilities are also eligible for this coverage. Medicare provides health insurance benefits to these individuals. According to a recent AARP article titled “7 Things Medicare Doesn’t Cover,” there are certain expenses not […]
An eye exam can uncover health problems. Eyes are truly remarkable. How they work to provide us the ability to see and experience life in color is truly amazing. They are also important in emotional expression and connection. This is reflected in the phrase “the eyes are the windows to the soul.” According to a […]
A payable on death account is one means of transferring assets to heirs. There are several ways assets are distributed. The most commonly recognized is a last will and testament. Other options include gifts, trusts, and beneficiary designations. According to a recent Sports Grind Entertainment article titled “Payable on Death (POD) Accounts,” a payable on […]
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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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