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In 10 minutes, identify your medical agents and define your preferences for care in a Living Will (Advance Directive).
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An executor or trustee spends 500+ hours cleaning up a messy estate.
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Many families report conflict due to poor planning and communication.

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Wait, why do I need a Trust?
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Does a trust avoid probate in Kansas?

Yes, a trust can avoid probate in Kansas. By establishing a trust, you transfer ownership of your assets to the trust, ensuring that upon your death, the assets held in the trust are not subject to the probate process.

How much does a Trust cost in Kansas?

In Kansas, the cost of setting up a basic Revocable Living Trust generally ranges from $1,000 to $3,000. More complex trusts may cost even more. Online platforms like Snug provide more affordable options for creating wills and trusts, offering transparent pricing and quality estate planning services.

What type of trust do I need?

A Revocable Living Trust is the most common type of trust, as it can be altered or canceled during your lifetime. This type of trust offers flexibility, control over your assets, and can help avoid probate. Other types of trusts, such as Charitable Trusts or Special Needs Trusts, may be more suitable for specific situations.

How can I fund my trust?

To fund a trust in Kansas, you must transfer ownership of your assets to the trust. For real estate, this involves preparing a new deed for the property in the name of the trust. For bank accounts, contact your bank to change the account holder to the trust. Other assets, such as vehicles, personal property, stocks, and bonds, must also be formally transferred to the trust.

Who can be a trustee in Kansas?

In Kansas, any individual who is at least 18 years old and mentally competent can serve as a trustee. Additionally, Kansas law allows for corporations, such as banks or trust companies, to serve as a trustee if they are authorized to exercise trust powers in the state. Trustees must be able to handle and take care of property, and they can't have been found guilty of serious crimes, including felonies or crimes that involve dishonest or immoral behavior.

How to change your living trust in Kansas?

In Kansas, if you wish to change your living trust, you will need to create an amendment to the original trust document. This amendment should clearly state the changes you wish to make, such as modifying the distribution of assets, adding or removing beneficiaries, or changing trustees. It should include the date, your name, the name of the trust, and the date the trust was created. Sign the amendment in the presence of a notary public, just as you did with the original trust document. If there are numerous changes to be made, it might be more efficient to create a restatement of the trust. This allows you to rewrite the entire trust while keeping the original date and title of the trust, which can be beneficial for avoiding retitling assets. In the restatement, include all the changes you wish to make and the new provisions will entirely replace the previous ones.

How much does it cost to maintain a trust?

Trustee fees in Kansas, which are determined by a "reasonable fee" standard, can vary based on the type of trustee, the complexity of the trust, and the agreement established when the trust was created, with professional trustees typically charging a flat fee or a percentage of the trust's assets and non-professional trustees having a more flexible fee structure. Read more about trustee fees in Kansas.

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Family, pets, personal history, and wisdom to pass along to the next generation.

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Estate planning, marriage (and divorce), business documents and succession plans.

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List of assets and debts to make clear inventories and avoid discovery efforts.

Insurance

Life, home, auto, and health insurance policies and beneficiaries.

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Historical state and federal tax returns and supporting documents.

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Trust-Based Estate Plan

All of the coverage of a Will, plus the benefit of avoiding probate to reduce family burden.

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Documents included:
Revocable Living Trust
Schedule of Assets
Pour Over Will
HIPAA Authorization
Living Will
Power of Attorney
Certification of Trust
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Snug provides one place to create essential documents, analyze existing documents for updates, and organize all of life's details. No matter where you're starting from, Snug can get you across the finish line.

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We make Wills, Trusts, and essential documents easy to create and maintain - but this is just the beginning. Organize all of life's details, from collectibles to garage codes to social media, and help avoid headaches for loved ones down the road.

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You've done the work to plan and protect your legacy - don't hide it in a filing cabinet. Snug allows you to share your plans with family, friends, and professional advisors to ensure your wishes are known and accessible at all times.

Comprehensive guides for you and your loved ones.

Complete Guide to Estate Planning

Estate planning can sound scary and complex, but we're here to help simplify the process and decisions for you and your family.

Complete Guide for Executors

Being an Executor or Personal Representative can be a rewarding, yet challenging role. This guide helps to light the way.

Complete Guide for Trustees

Being a Trustee is a significant legal and operational role. This guide includes everything from taxes to liability to fiduciary duties.