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Benefits of a trust

When Can a Trust Be Beneficial?

POSTED ON: April 5, 2021 BY: Kyle Krull
A trust can serve several purposes in estate planning. When it comes to estate planning, trusts are versatile tools. Although many people consider trusts to be of value only to millionaires and billionaires, this is not accurate. Rather, the average American may find that a trust would best meet their estate planning goals for their […]
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Beneficiary forms

Why Are Beneficiary Forms Important?

POSTED ON: January 26, 2021 BY: Kyle Krull
Neither your last will nor your revocable trust supersedes your beneficiary forms. Do you have a retirement account? If yes, you have likely seen a beneficiary designation form. Retirement accounts are one of several types of assets passed to heirs through beneficiary designations. Many people simply fill out the form upon the creation of the […]
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When to claim social security

When Should I be Claiming Social Security?

POSTED ON: January 22, 2021 BY: Kyle Krull
Claiming Social Security can feel like a balancing act. For many, Social Security is a key consideration for retirement. Even so, the benefits will not allow you to maintain your current standard of living in most instances. For this reason, you will need to manage your current savings and maximize your Social Security benefit. According […]
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medicare limitations

Are There Limitations to Traditional Medicare?

POSTED ON: November 3, 2020 BY: Kyle Krull
Traditional Medicare will not cover all medical expenses. When you turn 65, you are eligible for Medicare coverage. Traditional Medicare coverage involves Medicare Part A and Part B. Unfortunately, you may have healthcare needs not covered by Traditional Medicare. According to a recent Kiplinger article titled “7 Things Medicare Doesn’t Cover,” you will need to […]
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Should I Come Out of Retirement to Work?

POSTED ON: August 17, 2020 BY: Kyle Krull
There are certain reasons to come out of retirement. You are recently retired. Adjustments are challenging. You are enjoying the change of pace, but you still have concerns about time, money, and meaning. You wonder whether you will need to come out of retirement in the future. According to a recent MoneyTalksNews article titled “8 Signs […]
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Does Babysitting Grandchildren Have Health Benefits?

POSTED ON: August 12, 2020 BY: Kyle Krull
Babysitting grandchildren can be beneficial to health. You are a grandparent. Perhaps you have recently joined thees esteemed ranks after the recent birth of your first grand baby. Maybe you have been a grandparent for years. Either way, you know the joy of this role. Nevertheless, there seems to be a beneficial role to this […]
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roth ira conversion

Is a Roth Conversion a Wise Choice at This Time?

POSTED ON: August 11, 2020 BY: Kyle Krull
A Roth conversion may be a wise choice during these uncertain times. Planning for retirement is never easy. It requires budgeting and sacrifice. Saving for the future can feel even more daunting with the economic uncertainty of the current pandemic. According to a recent Jacksonville Business Journal article titled “Covid-19 and the CARES Act enhance the […]
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Why Would I Need a Medigap Policy in Kansas City?

Why Would I Need a Medigap Policy?

POSTED ON: July 7, 2020 BY: Kyle Krull
Some people require Medigap policies to supplement their Medicare coverage. Medicare provides medical coverage for senior Americans. About 62.3 million individuals are enrolled in Medicare. Many people require more coverage than what they receive through Medicare. According to a recent CNBC article titled “A ‘Medigap’ policy picks up some costs that Medicare won’t. Here are […]
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Are Taxes Important When Choosing Where to Retire?

POSTED ON: April 29, 2020 BY: Kyle Krull
Choosing where to retire requires forethought. Picture yourself in retirement. What are you doing? Are you spending time with children and grandchildren? Are you sitting on a beach? According to are recent Tucson.com article titled “Best States to Die In…For Taxes,” you should also consider taxes when choosing where to retire. Consider estate taxes. Although […]
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Should I Pause My Retirement Saving?

POSTED ON: April 14, 2020 BY: Kyle Krull
COVID-19 has paused retirement saving for many. Whether you have been working for a few decades or a few years, you know you will not be working forever. You will eventually retire. When this happens, you will still need money. To provide future income, you have been diligently saving for retirement. Unfortunately, COVID-19 interrupted the […]
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