Call Us Today: 816-340-6738
Items such as a home, a car or a bank account may be subject to probate if they are left in your estate when you die. In the event that you are married, your assets would likely transfer to your spouse either automatically or at the conclusion of a probate proceeding....
According to Zillow, as of July 2023, the average house value in Missouri is $238,055. Dealing with that amount of money can make buying a home complicated. You might even begin to feel overwhelmed by the entire house-buying process. Working with a real estate...
Estate planning in Missouri can include more than just organizing your property and belongings. You can also plan your own funeral when making estate planning decisions. You lay out your wishes regarding your funeral and burial, and your family has one less worry....
According to information from the Missouri court system, there were 25,864 child custody cases in Missouri in 2020. Dealing with child custody issues is often emotional and stressful for a parent. The situation is also confusing when you don’t understand the specifics...
Creating a living trust in Missouri will involve a certain amount of costs. These can consist of administrative fees, legal fees, and charges from a notary public. However, this is an investment that you are well advised to make. The long-term benefits that you and...
If you share children with your spouse, it's imperative to take their needs into account when going through the divorce process. In fact, Missouri law demands that any custody or visitation agreement be constructed with their best interests in mind. The exact steps...
Missouri has homes that are below the national median home value average, which attracts investors to the area. If you're new to investing in real estate, three of the most important aspects are picking a niche, setting aside enough money for unexpected costs and...
Divorce in midlife comes with specific financial concerns that should be addressed during the division of property process. As Missouri is an equitable distribution state, the way a couple’s finances are divided will not necessarily be 50-50. This should be taken into...
Divorce in Missouri can profoundly change your life, as well as your taxes and other financial obligations. While juggling property division, custody and parenting time and alimony, it may be essential to also take a keen look at how your tax circumstances might...
Many Missouri residents are very hands-on when it comes to creating their estate plans. Unfortunately, there’s no way for those residents to be as hands-on when it comes to carrying out those plans. That’s why they appoint someone to be the executor of their estate....