An inheritance can be tricky to navigate, depending on the asset. Some people are chosen to receive an inheritance. Their loved ones created an estate plan and made a point to include them. Others inherit by default because a relative died intestate. According to a recent CNBC article titled “Receiving an inheritance? Here’s how experts say […]
A home is a large investment physically and financially. Owning a home requires commitment. A lot of it. Becoming a homeowner involves monthly mortgage payments as well as property taxes. Properly maintaining the home is also not cheap. According to a recent Real Simple article titled “For Retirees, a Home Could Be Your Largest Asset—or […]
Passing a house to heirs can be complicated whether it is a vacation home or a primary residence. For many homeowners, their personal residence is one of their most significant assets. In addition to its monetary value, the family home or vacation home also holds memories. There may be a lot of laughter in the […]
Estate planning laws may change under Joe Biden. New leadership brings changes. This is true of companies, teams, and the United States government. The recent elections shifted the White House and Senate to Democrat majority. According to a recent St. Louis Business Journal article titled “Estate planning in light of a new presidential administration: What […]
A step-up in basis can help with capital gains taxes. You own real estate property. You are trying to decide whether to gift this property to your children now or pass it on when you die. According to a recent Motley Fool article titled “What is a Step-Up in Basis?,” whether real estate is gifted […]
DIY estate planning can be expensive. You have heard the words "estate plan" from family and friends. They advise you to get one. You reached out to a few attorneys and were overwhelmed by sticker shock. You then researched estate planning articles online. It looks simple enough. Surely, you can do-it-yourself. According to a recent […]
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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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