Conversations with aging parents about their finances can benefit their estate planning. Young children often know little about their parents. This is partly because children are interested in few things but themselves. It also can stem from a family rule about certain topics being off limits. Finances is often one such topic. According to a […]
Members of Gen Z will likely be responsible for paying estate taxes after the death of their parents. Gen Z is considered by many to be a savvy generation, with an entrepreneurial bent and a focus on the future. While future planning involves saving for retirement, it also involves preparing for the eventual death of […]
A comprehensive estate plan does not simply appear out of thin air. Young people often do not consider their own mortality. It is common to believe the next day will be much like the one before it. Since early 2020, the uncertainty of life has become more pronounced for many Americans. As a result, the […]
A safe deposit box is not the best solution for all your valuables. Security and access are often at odds. Consider your electronic devices or accounts. If there were no passwords or security codes, you could more easily login from any device. While it would be convenient, it would also leave these accounts vulnerable. According […]
Certain events should trigger an estate plan checkup. Nothing in your life happens in a vacuum. Your personal and work decisions impact each other. The decisions of others also can affect you and your loved ones. According to a recent Kiplinger article titled “2021 Estate Planning Checkup: Is Your Estate Plan Up to Date?,” what […]
It may be necessary to protect inheritances from in-laws and addictions. It is not uncommon for adult children to make poor decisions. Sometimes this means they will choose undesirable spouses. For others, it may involve the development of a substance or behavior addiction. Whatever the issue, an outright inheritance may be unwise. After all, you […]
Retirees may still benefit from life insurance. You have been in the workforce for decades and are now either in or nearing retirement. Your financial advisor and estate planning attorney recommended life insurance when you were younger. This made sense to you because you wanted to provide income (and "instant estate") for your spouse and […]
Marriage age gaps make a difference in estate planning. Weddings are joyous occasions. For those who choose to celebrate their marriage surrounded by friends and family, weddings require a lot of preparation. Beyond the wedding itself, marriages require thoughtfulness and communication about a variety of topics. According to a recent Barron article titled “Couples with […]
Charlie Daniels left behind a music legacy. Musicians give the world a part of themselves through their songs. While the general public can continue to enjoy the artistic talents of a deceased musician through streaming services, families and close friends feel the loss acutely. This loss can feel even heavier when the musician failed to […]
Every estate plan needs an occasional checkup. You have an estate plan in place from years ago. Perhaps you think your affairs are in order. They may be. On the other hand, the may not be. Similar to doctor visits, checkups are important. According to a recent Kiplinger article titled “2021 Estate Planning Checkup: Is […]
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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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