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Aretha Franklin

What was the Fate of the Aretha Franklin Estate?

POSTED ON: August 8, 2023 BY: Kyle Krull
The estate of Aretha Franklin took years to settle. Communication is essential in various aspects of life. Spouses with poor communication can quickly grow apart and find resentment building. Inadequately outlined procedures and structures can be the bane of businesses. Failing to share about estate planning wishes can lead to costly court battles. Understatement. According […]
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Missing heir

How Can a Missing Heir be Found?

POSTED ON: July 26, 2023 BY: Kyle Krull
Finding a missing heir is not always easy. Heirs are those individuals who receive inheritances from someone who has died. Generally, these heirs are family or friends. When people create a last will and testament, they designate their heirs. They can include or exclude almost anyone they like. According to a recent Next Avenue article […]
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In-laws

Will My In-Laws Inherit from My Estate?

POSTED ON: May 26, 2023 BY: Kyle Krull
In-laws can either bring great joy or great frustration. Family dynamics range from contentious at best to primarily peaceful. Sometimes parents never approve of the spouses their children choose. As my mother-in-law teased, "Behind every successful man is an amazed and astonished mother-in-law!" Other families feel like they gained a new beloved child each wedding […]
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Stepchildren

Can I Disinherit my Stepchildren?

POSTED ON: May 25, 2023 BY: Kyle Krull
Sometimes disinheriting stepchildren is a good idea. Having a blended family in the United States is pretty common. Sometimes one party may have a child or children from a previous marriage or relationship before marrying the love of their life. In many cases, both partners have been married before and have children from their previous […]
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Stevie Ray Vaughan

Who Inherited from Stevie Ray Vaughan?

POSTED ON: October 4, 2022 BY: Kyle Krull
Stevie Ray Vaughan left a fairly small estate. History has shown musicians on aircraft often have tragic endings. This is true of a number of legends. One of these legends was Stevie Ray Vaughan. According to a recent MSN article titled “Here's Who Inherited Stevie Ray Vaughan's Money After His Death,” Vaughan did not have […]
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Refuse an inheritance

What is the Process to Refuse an Inheritance?

POSTED ON: December 16, 2021 BY: Kyle Krull
It is possible to refuse an inheritance. Many people and cultures consider it rude to decline a gift. Chances are you were told to smile and thank your relative for the Christmas or birthday present you did not like. In fact, you may even have had to wear it the next time you saw this […]
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Estate plan necessary

What is Essential to Include in an Estate Plan?

POSTED ON: May 20, 2021 BY: Kyle Krull
An estate plan is essential to protect your loved ones and their futures. Estates planning can become quite complex for those with complex assets wealth or family tensions. Those who require a only a "simple" plan, may be surprised at the number of documents required to meet their needs. It is safe to say estate […]
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Spouse is dying

What Should I Do When My Spouse is Dying?

POSTED ON: February 24, 2021 BY: Kyle Krull
The stakes are high when your spouse is dying. Death is an unpleasant reality, but a reality nevertheless. It carries with it loss and grief. Preparing for the death of a loved one is never easy emotionally, mentally, or physically. This is especially challenging when your spouse is dying. According to a recent Market Watch […]
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Adult Children

How Much Should I Share About Estate Planning?

POSTED ON: January 6, 2021 BY: Kyle Krull
Knowing how much to share about estate planning can be challenging. Your estate plan is complete. The i’s are dotted. The t’s are crossed. All your documents are signed. Reviewing your plan with your executor would be wise. Should you talk to your adult children as well? According to a recent CNBC article titled “What to […]
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probate process

What Does the Probate Process Entail?

POSTED ON: October 12, 2020 BY: Kyle Krull
The probate process requires the executor (also known as the "personal representative") to take specific steps. The loss of a loved one is difficult. In the midst of grieving, families must also settle the estate of the deceased. This process is simpler if there is a last will and testament in place. Whether there was […]
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