Is it better to have a will or not

I believe it is typically best to have a will or trust. It provides clarity and typically saves money and headaches when the testator/grantor dies....

I have legal guardianship of my grandsons, what happens when they turn 18 years old?

In Missouri, an 18 year old is an adult in the eyes of the law. Accordingly, they may establish their own residence as they wish.

For a married couple, trusts can range from about $1,000 to a few thousand depending on a wide variety of factors. Best to talk to an estate...

Who decides if someone has legal capacity?

A legal determination of incapacity (or lack thereof) would be made by a court, if the decisions being made on your father’s behalf were...

Can I add to will for my girls to be Pod on our hone ?

By a "POD" on your home, I believe you are likely referring to a beneficiary designation. Similar to Payable on Death (POD) or Transfer on Death...

Do I repay estate moneys loaned/gifted me while Mom was alive if she repeatedly said loans had been forgiven for caring for her?

Under Missouri law, there would need to be a writing from your mother stating that any loans or gifts counted against your share of the estate....

How to make my best friend my daughters legal godmother?

Legally speaking a godparent would be the equivalent of a legal guardian. To nominate your friend as your daughters legal guardian, in the case of...

What is the best form to use to leave my house at my death to a grandchild?

Short answer: a Will or a Trust. However, there are certain specifics that would be wise to discuss in detail with an estate planning attorney. An...

Can a trustee to an irrevocable trust make changes without grantor or beneficiary agreement?

I agree with Mr. Komen. Aspects of managing the trust are typically delegated to the trustee and at times that involves an amount of personal...