Estate planning resources

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How to Fund a Living Trust in Missouri: The Complete Step-by-Step Guide (2025 Edition)

The #1 Reason Missouri Trusts Fail — and How to Make Sure Yours Actually Works Creating a revocable living trust is one of the most[…]

How to Avoid Probate in Missouri: The Complete 2025 Guide for Families

Protect your home, your children, and your assets from Missouri’s slow, expensive probate court. Probate in Missouri is something most families want to avoid —[…]

Will vs. Trust in Missouri: Which Is Better for Your Family? (2025 Guide)

Understand the Differences, Benefits, and Costs for St. Louis Area Families If you live in Missouri and are creating an estate plan, the biggest question[…]

Missouri Probate Explained: The Complete Step-By-Step Guide for Families (2025 Edition)

A Practical, Plain-English Guide for St. Louis Families Navigating the Missouri Probate Process Probate is one of the most misunderstood—and most dreaded—legal processes families face[…]

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Do You Need a Trust in Missouri? The Complete Guide for St. Louis Families.

Estate planning in Missouri has changed dramatically in the past decade. With the rise of virtual estate planning, online notarization, and new Missouri probate trends,[…]

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Why Young Families Need a Trust: Protecting Your Children and Your Assets

For many young families with children, the primary assets they own often include life insurance policies and retirement accounts. These financial tools are designed to[…]

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Why Every Young Family Needs an Estate Plan

Many young families assume that simply listing each other and their children as beneficiaries on 401(k)s, life insurance policies, and property titles is enough to[…]

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Understanding Donor Advised Funds and Their Role in Estate Planning

When it comes to charitable giving and estate planning, many individuals seek efficient and impactful ways to support their favorite causes while also managing their[…]

Understanding Probate and Exploring Alternatives for Families with Children

When a person passes away, their assets and property need to be distributed according to their wishes. This process often involves something called probate. But[…]

Why create an irrevocable trust in St. Louis?

Why Someone from St. Louis Would Want to Create an Irrevocable Trust: Understanding the Tax Benefits For residents of St. Louis, planning for the future[…]