How Do You Gift Your House to Your Children During Your Lifetime?

Benjamin LongBeneficiaries, Heirs

Benjamin E. Long A Focus on Real Estate Legacy PlanningBenjamin E. Long, the founding attorney at Schlagel Long, LLC, specializes in helping families navigate the …

What Happens if I Take a Bigger RMD?

Benjamin LongIRA, RMDs

Attorney Benjamin E. Long Estate Planning and IRA Distribution StrategistBenjamin Long, a prominent estate planning attorney at Schlagel Long, LLC, specializes in intricate retirement planning, …

How Does a Will Work After Death?

Benjamin LongBeneficiaries, Wills

Benjamin E. Long Founding Attorney – Estate Planning and Probate Law Schlagel Long, LLC, Olathe, KS Expertise in Wills and Estate Planning As an attorney …

Does Anyone Know Where Your Money Is?

Benjamin LongDebt, Taxes

Importance of Sharing Financial Information with Loved Ones “Even those who have saved and invested well may not be sharing their financial information with a …

Why Is an Estate Plan Important?

Benjamin LongEstate Planning Attorney

“While no one wants to think about his or her own death, planning for the inevitable is an important part of protecting your assets and …

Choose Wisely and Protect Yourself When Naming a Power of Attorney

Benjamin LongHealthcare, Power of Attorney

Benjamin E. Long Attorney at Law – Expert in Estate Planning and Power of Attorney At Schlagel Long, LLC, we understand the gravity of appointing …

States With the Best Tax Rates for Retirees

Benjamin LongInheritance, Taxes

Estate and Inheritance Taxes“The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act raised the federal estate tax exemption considerably. Before the tax reform law, it was $5.49 million …

Common Estate Planning Mistakes and How To Avoid Them

Benjamin LongDebt, Divorce

“Even those with the best of intentions can fall into the trap of estate planning misinformation. Estate planning attorneys frequently hear rumors and ill advice …

What Kind of Trust Is Right for You?

Benjamin LongTrusts, Wills

Understanding Trusts: A Brief Overview“Estate planning is a crucial part of any holistic financial plan, and financial advisors often work with estate planning attorneys for …

What Happens to Social Security Payments After a Person Dies?

Benjamin LongBeneficiaries, Social Security

“The Social Security Administration should be notified as soon as possible after a beneficiary dies. Depending on your relationship to the deceased, you may be …