Single seniors should not ignore estate planning. There are many things in life people do not enjoy doing. Often these tasks are easier to tackle with a support system. They are also easier to remember when people remind you they need to be done. This can apply to relatively simple tasks like making dinner. According […]
Crypto and non-fungible tokens (NFTs) are popular digital assets. The digital realm is continuing to grow in scope and importance. Although some people prefer to have physical assets, most have embraced the digital world to some degree. Some people limit their interactions to email or photo storage. Others have expanded their involvement to trading digital […]
Incapacity can occur because of illness or an accident. It can be temporary or permanent. That’s why every adult needs a power of attorney in place, once they turn eighteen.
Incapacity planning requires valid power of attorney documents. Being picky is not always a bad thing. Purchasing expired groceries can lead to illness. Settling on a mate can lead to a lifetime of conflict and insecurity. According to a recent Medical Economics article titled “Avoid powers of attorney mistakes,” granting power of attorney authority to […]
Mobility and independence decrease with age. No surprising revelation there. People often take their mobility for granted. They walk up and down stairs in their homes and workplaces with little thought given to how their bodies allow them to perform such functions. In many instances, people are not grateful for their ability to independently move […]
Blood clots can cause significant health problems or death. The human body is truly incredible. Multiple systems like the cardiovascular system and digestive system together allow people to live. Because each part of the body is dependent on the others, problems within one system can lead to major health issues. According to a recent AARP […]
Blood pressure can be sensitive to over-the-counter pain medications. Most households have some brand of over-the-counter pain medication at home. Some people prefer Aleve. Others choose to utilize ibuprofen. They think these have few potential negative side effects than prescription medications. According to a recent Forbes article titled “Some OTC Pain Relievers Can Increase Blood […]
Digital assets should not be ignored in estate planning. The digital world has grown exponentially over the years. Gone are the days of dial-up and floppy disk storage. With smartphones, people carry a personal computer in their pockets everywhere they go. According to a recent Baltimore Business Journal article titled “Estate planning for your digital […]
Estate planning mistakes are more common than they should be. Simply creating an estate plan may not be enough. If you take the advice of someone other than an experienced estate planning attorney from your state of residence, you could get yourself into trouble. In fact, you could endanger everyone you love and everything you […]
Blended families require special attention in estate planning. Families are not always peaceable. Every age and stage carries unique conflict triggers. The death of a parent often awakens old wounds and can create new ones. According to a recent Forbes article titled “Could Your Aging Parents’ Estate Plan Create A Nightmare For Step-Siblings?,” special care […]
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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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