There is a misconception that an estate planning strategy is something the wealthy do later in life, after retirement, or after children are grown. Regardless of age or wealth, engaging in estate planning strategies is an important activity throughout your…
With the holidays right around the corner, you’ve got a lot on your to-do list, but one item that may be missing is estate planning. Less than 50% of US adults have any sort of estate plan, and yet all…
Managing money responsibly is not something that people instinctively know—they have to learn it. As a parent, you’re in charge of making sure your kids are ready to live in the adult world, teaching them habits that will help them…
If you or your spouse finds yourself in sudden need of an extended stay at a nursing home, you may be faced with significant costs that can quickly deplete your savings. Qualifying for Medicaid is the best way to ensure…
If you or a loved one are faced with a nursing home stay or another unexpected medical emergency, you may suddenly find yourself in a tough financial situation. Luckily, in the state of Missouri, Nursing Home Medicaid and other Medicaid…
In the state of Missouri, Medicaid offers several useful programs that can help residents qualify for a variety of health services. Some of these are designed to help specific groups of people, such as pregnant women and those who are…
If you are receiving Medicaid benefits and your spouse passes away, you may find yourself at risk of losing your benefits. Under most state’s law, a widow or widower has the option to receive what is known as an “elective…
The Importance of Asset Alignment Establishing a trust is a great first step toward planning for your future and protecting your family. However, if you haven’t taken the step to have your assets aligned, it may be as good as…
People are trustworthy, and the world is full of good, yet that doesn’t mean evil doesn’t exist. There are plenty of bad actors out there, and among the worst are those who prey on well-meaning individuals working only to protect…
This modern, data-driven world offers little in the way of privacy, and yet most folks still assume their most intimate affairs won’t wander into the public domain. This is a risky assumption and yet the reason might surprise you. It’s…