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Estate Planning can be a complicated process. One of the biggest mistakes people make is attempting to go at it alone. If you are hoping to avoid many of the errors made by others hoping to protect themselves and their families, having an experienced Missouri Estate Planning attorney working for you could be in your […]
Published on December 20, 2022Estate plans should be reviewed roughly every five years and updated as circumstances warrant. Consult an Estate Planning Attorney.
Published on December 6, 2022Choosing the correct form of a deed and correctly drafting it is of utmost importance when transferring real estate in Missouri.
Published on October 24, 2022What happens when you decide to get a Will, Trust, or other Estate Planning performed?
Published on October 20, 2022Want to avoid probate? The answer should be yes! Here’s a summary of what property is subject to probate administration under Missouri law. In Missouri, property not subject to probate administration includes: 1. any personal or real property owned by a Trust; 2. property which the decedent owned as joint tenants with right of survivorship […]
Published on October 7, 2022A typical Trust-based estate plan includes a Will, Trust, General POA, and Health Care POA. In the process of creating these documents an attorney will help you select a personal representative, guardian (if you have young children), successor trustee, general attorney-in-fact, and health care attorney-in-fact. In estate planning, there are several roles or “jobs” in […]
Published on June 1, 2022Parents with young children face unique issues, when dealing with the personal and financial preparations of estate planning. If you are a parent with children under 18, or even in their early to mid-20s, estate planning is of vital importance. In addition to the ever-present priority of avoiding probate, these issues are particularly relevant for […]
Published on May 9, 2022The Federal Gift Tax is important to understand within estate planning because of its implications for estate planning strategies. This article offers a basic overview of the Gift Tax. What is the Gift Tax? The Gift Tax is a federal tax on the donor of any gift above the annual exclusion amount. For 2021, the […]
Published on September 15, 2021Most pet owners are deeply concerned for the wellbeing of their pets, should they die unexpectedly. Pet Trusts are a powerful tool to care for your pets and bring peace of mind. How can I provide for my pets after I die? The instrument most frequently used to care of your pets after you die […]
Published on August 11, 2021Call, text, or email to speak to an attorney!
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