Does Having a Will Keep You Out of Probate Court?
Apr 22, 2025
A Will is an important estate tool but will not avoid probate. However, additional tools such as a trust, beneficiary deed and other beneficiary designations can effectively avoid probate. What's a Wi...
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Revocable Trust vs. Irrevocable Trust in Missouri
Apr 17, 2025
It is important to be aware of various types of Trusts, including: revocable living trust; irrevocable trust; special needs trust; testamentary trust; life insurance trust; asset protection trust. Typ...
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Do I Need a Power of Attorney in Missouri?
Apr 08, 2025
A general power of attorney is a key part of an effective estate plan. When prepared properly it can be a valuable tool to plan for incapacity and other unforeseen circumstances. What is a power of at...
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What’s a Will? What’s a Trust?
Apr 07, 2025
A Will and Trust are each important in Missouri. In most cases, a Trust-based estate plan is preferable and superior to a Will-based plan. What's a Will? In Missouri, a Will directs where your propert...
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What is a Missouri Beneficiary Deed?
Mar 03, 2025
A beneficiary deed in Missouri is a written document that transfers ownership of real estate - but only effective upon the death of the owner. Overview of a Missouri Beneficiary Deed A beneficiary dee...
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Why Get an LLC in Missouri?
Feb 26, 2025
A limited liability company (LLC) is an extremely valuable tool in Missouri. While creating an LLC can be valuable in many contexts, some of the most common scenarios where a Missouri LLC adds signifi...
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WHAT IS A GENERAL DURABLE POWER OF ATTORNEY?
Nov 15, 2017
A general durable power of attorney is a key part of estate planning. Wills and trusts are usually the first things that come to mind as an individual considers their estate plan or potential estate p...
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General Durable Power of Attorney: The Basics
Sep 20, 2016
A general durable power of attorney is a key part of estate planning. Wills and trusts are usually the first things that come to mind as an individual considers their estate plan or potential estate p...
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Estate Planning with Minor Children
Mar 16, 2016
Individuals and couples with young or teenaged children face unique hurdles in estate planning. In truth, many of these considerations apply equally to individuals with children who perhaps have reach...
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What is Probate? How Can I Avoid It?
Feb 10, 2016
Probate is an entirely avoidable event. The process is typically undesirable due its time, expense and administrative requirements. Proper planning, through various methods, can remove all assets fro...
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