It is easy to make mistakes with IRA investments. There are often tradeoffs when comparing costs versus benefits. With IKEA furniture, you trade the time and frustration of assembly for the convenience of easily packing the entire piece of furniture into a vehicle. Consequently, it is not uncommon for mistakes to be made along the […]
When you lose your mate, you lose so much—your best friend, your equilibrium and your future together. Just when you’re at your lowest, it hits you: You could lose a lot of money, too.
Not all assets are equally beneficial to inherit. People have preferences. Sometimes these are fairly arbitrary like whether someone enjoys dark or milk chocolate. [Given a choice, I always opt for dark.] Other preferences stem from what makes the most sense well-considered reasons. According to a recent Kiplinger article titled “6 of the Best Assets […]
Making withdrawals from retirement accounts can backfire. Funding a retirement account when you are employed should be prioritized. By saving in your retirement accounts, you will have money to withdraw in retirement. These retirement savings become a significant source of income when your are in your golden years. According to a recent Smart Asset article […]
Inherited IRAs are subject to comprehensive federal rules. An important part of retirement planning is saving money in a traditional IRA or 401(k). These tools provide an opportunity to save for retirement while deferring taxes on the contributions. Through investment, these accounts can grow to provide a sizable income for you in retirement. According to […]
Tax penalties can be especially stressful in retirement. You have built your nest egg. Now you are in or nearing retirement. In retirement, you should have nothing to do but enjoy the fruits of your labors free from worry. According to a recent Money Talks News article titled “3 Tax Penalties That Can Ding Your […]
All adult Americans need an estate plan. Age 18 is an important year. In many states, this is the age when you can first vote, join the military, and be recognized as an independent adult. Although being an adult in the legal sense comes with many benefits, you also have greater responsibilities after hitting this […]
Mistakes are part of life, but estate planning mistakes can hurt those you love unnecessarily. Especially given the heightened concerns surrounding the "pandemic," many people are seriously considering their estate planning (or lack thereof). Before you take up your own estate planning, it may be prudent to pause and consider best practices and even learn […]
A Roth IRA can help you achieve greater financial security in retirement. After you enter retirement, your daily living expenses do not suddenly disappear. You still have bills to pay and groceries to purchase. Many people also have mortgages and other debts to pay off. When you add up these figures and the typical increase […]
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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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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