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Stay prepared for the future with an updated will. Find out the key times when you should consider making changes to your will to protect your wishes.
You need to keep it up-to-date and make changes after certain events occur to ensure that your assets will be distributed according to your wishes when you pass.
Discover how to safeguard your property and qualify for long-term care with Medicaid in Missouri. Learn about asset protection plans and exemption criteria.
Because we are reluctant to discuss wills, many families only learn what their loved ones want to happen with their property after funeral services, and grief has made everyone fragile. A recent article from Success, “Will Power: Why Transparency in Estate Planning Matters,” explains how family members can share their wishes with loved ones during difficult times. People not used to dealing with large sums of money may not have plans for tax-efficient wealth transfer. This includes parents who have devoted their lives to saving for retirement and need a plan both to use their accumulated wealth and pass it…
Discover how Formula Law can prevent estate disputes like Tony Bennett's case and ensure harmony for Missouri families.
Bennett's daughters are suing their brother over the family trust, which could have been avoided had Bennett done some things differently.
Find out the key lessons for Missouri residents from the Hilton Trust Contest. Learn how to navigate estate planning with foresight. St. Louis Best Estate Planning Attorney
The Hilton family trust contest has valuable estate planning lessons for everyday Americans to follow. Learn from Barron Hilton.
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No matter what line of work you are in, estate planning has facets that apply to everyone, and it comes down to documenting wishes and avoiding probate and unnecessary taxes. Too many people put it off, but, in general, the sooner you do it, the better.