Retitling a house deed can lead to unfortunate unintended consequences. You own a home. If you are like many people, this is likely your most significant asset. As such, it should be an priority to consider in your estate planning. According to a recent St George News article titled “Naming a child on your deed […]
A testamentary trust can be created after you die. Some people really like the idea of using a trust in their estate planning. The control over the eventual inheritance distribution is appealing. These individuals are often torn between the appeal of a trust and the work it takes to maintain a trust. According to a […]
Trusts have several estate planning benefits. Many misunderstandings exist around estate planning. One of the most common misconceptions involves trusts. People tend to think this estate planning tool is only for those who are ultra-wealthy. According to a recent US News article titled “Trusts Explained,” a trust can address a number of estate planning goals […]
A vacation home can be challenging to bequeath. Families often make and retain fond memories from vacations. For those who own a vacation home, these memories are often overwhelming tied to a specific location. After all: location, location, location. While vacation homes bring joy in life, they can bring complications when the owner dies. According […]
Several circumstances should be considered when planning to leave an inheritance to minor grandchildren. Becoming a grandparent brings fresh joys. There is something special about seeing your children have children, yes? Your love grows and expands as your family changes. According to a recent Nj.com article titled “How can I leave my money to my […]
Prince left no directions for his estate when he died. The sudden death of Prince triggered a variety of heavy emotions. Family and fans were devastated at the news of his fentanyl overdose in 2016. Can you believe it has been six years? Yikes! Some eyed his estate and were filled with greed. Others saw […]
Preparing a tax return for a deceased friend or relative can be mentally and emotionally challenging. Filing taxes is often tedious and unpleasant. Unless you work for the IRS or make money helping others prepare their tax returns, you likely despise this time of year. Although it is challenging enough to complete your own taxes, […]
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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