Do I Need a Trust If I Live in Kansas City?
Introduction One of the most common questions people ask when starting the estate planning process is whether they need a trust. If you live in the Kansas City area, on either the Kansas or Missouri side of the state line, the answer is often, “it depends.” Trusts can be powerful estate planning tools, but they […]
How Real Estate is Handled in Probate in Kansas and Missouri
Property, Probate, and Peace of Mind: Real Estate Transfers After Death in Kansas and Missouri When someone passes away owning real estate, the property doesn’t automatically transfer to their heirs, especially if it’s held in their name alone. In Kansas and Missouri, like in most states, real estate must go through probate unless the […]