U.S. Markets Stocks were mixed in May as a powerful rally in the final week of trading helped recoup losses from earlier in the month. The Dow Jones Industrial Average picked up 0.04 percent, while the Standard & Poor’s 500 Index added 0.01 percent. The Nasdaq […]
The topic of South Dakota as a favorable trust situs often leads to a discussion comparing the virtues of South Dakota versus Delaware. Which jurisdiction is best? Why South Dakota? Since abolishing the rule against perpetuities in 1983, South Dakota has worked diligently to become the […]
A special needs trust (SNT), sometimes referred to as a supplemental needs trust, is a trust that is established for the benefit of a physically or mentally disabled person, or a person who has other special needs, such as chronic illness, while still allowing such persons […]
Premium Assistance Under Medicaid & Children’s Health Insurance Program
You may have access to a premium assistance program that can help pay for coverage if you or your children are eligible for Medicaid or CHIP (or HIPP in MO & KS) and you’re eligible for health coverage from your employer. Learn More
Children’s Mercy Park Adds New Amenities to Promote Inclusivity
Sporting KC and The Victory Project have partnered with Variety KC to create a more inclusive experience at Children’s Mercy Park with new amenities to make soccer more accessible. Read More
U.S. Markets Signs of an improving labor market, strong corporate earnings, and more clarity from the Fed on its tapering plans propelled stocks to multiple record highs during August. The Dow Jones Industrial Average gained 1.22 percent while the Standard & Poor’s 500 Index rose 2.90 […]
U.S. Markets Stocks traded in a narrow range in May, with technology and other high-valuation companies under selling pressure. The Dow Jones Industrial Average gained 1.93 percent while the Standard & Poor’s 500 Index rose 0.55% percent. The Nasdaq Composite, home for many technology and high-growth […]
Trust administration is more difficult than many families presume. In an ideal world, managing a family trust would be simple. There would be no stress, no big learning curve, and no great time commitment involved. Unfortunately, the world is not ideal, and heirs who become trustees […]
Social Security Administration Announces 2021 COLA
What you should know about the most recent cost-of-living adjustment. On October 13, 2020, the Social Security Administration (SSA) officially announced that Social Security recipients will receive a 1.3 percent cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) for 2021. This adjustment will begin with benefits payable to more than 64 […]