Durable Power of Attorney
Learn what a durable power of attorney is, how it works in Missouri, and why it is one of the most important estate planning documents you can have. Contact a Missouri estate planning attorney today.
Revocable Living Trusts vs. Wills:
Learn the difference between a revocable living trust and a will for Missouri families. Find out the benefits, costs, and which estate planning tool fits your needs. Talk to an estate planning attorney in Missouri today.
Why You Need a Will in Missouri
Learn what happens if you die without a will in Missouri, who inherits your property, and how the Missouri probate process works. Speak with a Missouri estate planning attorney today.
How to Minimize the (Voluntary) Federal Estate Tax with Portability
Most people may be surprised to learn that the federal estate tax is considered by some to be voluntary. Estate planning attorneys used to say, “You only pay if you do not plan.” The relatively recent introduction of portability provides yet another planning tool available to married couples to m...
3 Powers to Consider Giving to a Trust Protector
Many estate plans today include trusts that become irrevocable upon the trustmaker's death and continue for the benefit of a surviving spouse, children, or other loved ones. Some trusts are designed to span multiple generations. For example, a trust may leave an inheritance to a surviving spouse,...