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June 25, 2021

Can my parents create a Will or Trust if they are seriously ill? When is it too late?

When someone is particularly ill, is not an ideal time to create an estate plan–it should be avoided if possible. However, sooner […]

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June 17, 2021

“Durable” vs. “Springing” Power of Attorney

Learn more about Power of Attorney declarations and the role they can play in your estate plan. You may have heard the […]

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May 28, 2021

Estate Planning for Cryptocurrency

Cryptocurrency is a unique financial asset. Accordingly, it requires unique consideration when planning your estate. Financial assets such as retirement accounts or […]

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April 14, 2021

Navigating the Intersection of Beneficiary Deeds, TODs, and Your Will

The implications of utilizing non-probative transfers, such as Beneficiary Deeds and POD/TOD designations, can be tricky to understand when preparing a Will. […]

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March 5, 2021

Pour-Over Wills Are Crucial to Trust-Based Estate Planning

If I have a trust do I still need a Will? In short, yes. It is always advisable to have a Will. […]

February 4, 2021

How Does a Trust Work?

Learn about how Revocable Living Trusts work. How does a Trust work? “A Will Meets a Business” I think it is easiest […]

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January 15, 2021

What is the Difference Between a Will, a Living Will, and a Living Trust?

Learn the difference between commonly confused estate planning terms. Estate Planning terms vary from state to state Legal verbiage is notoriously confusing. […]

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December 22, 2020

Irrevocable Medicaid Asset Protection Trusts in Missouri

How can I protect my assets from Medicaid? In Missouri, there are a variety of options when it comes to planning for […]

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November 30, 2020

How Do I Revoke a Will in Missouri?

Under Missouri law, you can revoke a Will be destroying it, canceling it, or by creating a new Will. When a client […]

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October 26, 2020

A Look at Testamentary Trusts

Learn about the strengths and weaknesses of Testamentary Trusts compared to other estate planning tools. A Testamentary Trust is a type of […]

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October 24, 2020

Types of Transfer Deeds in Missouri

What are the differences between General Warranty Deeds, Special Warranty Deeds, and Quitclaim Deeds? In Missouri, there are three primary types of […]

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October 20, 2020

The Advantages of Trust-based Estate Planning

The differences between a Trust-based estate plan and a Will-based estate plan can be quite significant. What are the advantages of having […]

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October 7, 2020

Prenuptial Agreements as an Estate Planning Tool

Prenuptial agreements can play an important role in estate planning–particularly for spouses with children from former relationships. Prenuptial agreements can serve many […]

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September 30, 2020

Advance Health Care Directives: The Importance of Making Hard Decisions

Making decisions in your Advance Health Care Directive can be emotionally challenging. Here’s why you should do it anyway. It is not […]

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August 21, 2020

Can a Trust Be an IRA Beneficiary?

The Secure Act (2019) has done away with the Stretch IRA and made several critical changes in the treatment of beneficiaries of […]

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