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 […]
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 corporate trustee can benefit the management of a trust. Some tasks can be easily delegated to family and friends. Need groceries from the store? Send your child who can drive. Need plumbing in your bathroom fixed? Perhaps you should evaluate whether anyone has the appropriate skills. According to a recent The Quad Cities Times […]
Your residence will influence whether you owe an estate tax, an inheritance tax, or both. Taxes are a part of life and even a part of death. Just ask Benjamin Franklin. Although you cannot legally avoid payment of all taxes, choices you make can either increase or decrease the amount you owe. One important factor […]
Working with an experienced estate planning attorney is essential. Many things can be done on your own. You can cut down on takeout costs by making copycat recipes at home. Likewise, handmade gifts are often more meaningful and less expensive. According to a recent Pennsylvania News Today article titled “Top 7 Reasons You Need An […]
Blended families bring more complexity to estate planning. Understatement. Many households in America are blended family households. This can be a result of divorce and remarriage. Other times blended families come after the death of a spouse and remarriage. According to a recent The News-Enterprise article titled “In blended families, estate planning can have unintended […]
It is quite easy to mess up an estate plan. People often feel overly confident about their abilities. They watch a baking show on television and think they create equally delicious treats, especially if they adopt a British accent while baking. Others think they can write a book simply because they can appreciate a good […]
It is important for someone to know your financial information. The right to privacy is a value with many benefits. Even so, there are times where failing to share information can prove problematic. One such area involves health concerns. If the physician providing you with medical care does not know your medications or your health […]
Certain documents are ineffective if they are not notarized. Many people do not know what a notary is until they require one. Getting a signature and stamp on a piece of paper may seem unimportant. It may be tempting to ignore this step for legal documentation. According to a recent WTOP article entitled “What Is a Notarized […]
There are key elements common to estate planning success. Preparing an estate plan is no small task. It requires action, knowledge, and attention to detail. When people underestimate the important of estate planning, they can cause problems for themselves and their loved ones. According to a recent Bankrate article titled “Estate planning checklist: 3 key […]
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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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