Life insurance provides protection for families with young children. Life insurance is not always necessary. If you are single and have enough saved to bury you when you die and pay any additional expenses or debts, you likely could bypass a policy. But what if you later marry, have children, and become "uninsurable" for some […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Digital assets are relatively easy to accumulate and overlook. With the rise of technology, people do not have to plan in advance like they once did! Forgot to defrost chicken for dinner? No problem. You can order a meal on your phone and pick it up in minutes (or have it delivered to your door)! […]
A living trust can be good for your home and other assets. The last will and testament is the most commonly recognized estate planning document. It is certainly important to have a last will and testament for nominating guardians and distributing assets through probate. Some people find this document sufficient to meet their estate planning […]
A letter of intent allows parents to communicate wishes for their children. Becoming a parent means your life is filled with more joy and love than you could have ever imagined possible. Being a parent also brings greater responsibility and more worries. By the way, you never stop being a parent once you become one. […]
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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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