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Springfield area folks, Tina will be in town April 9-11 to discuss estate planning with clients. Message us if you’d like to set up a FREE consultation!

COVID-19 Funeral Assistance

The COVID-19 pandemic has brought overwhelming grief to many families. In an effort to ease some of the financial stress caused by the virus, FEMA is assisting families whose loved one died from COVID-19, with up to $9,000 to help cover the costs of the funeral and related expenses. For more information and how to apply, click the link below.

COVID-19 Funeral Assistance How to Apply Funeral Assistance Policy Who is Eligible? Additional Resources Find Funeral Assistance information in your language:

Don't let this happen to your babies!!! Do you have a plan if you happen to cross the rainbow bridge before your furbabies? Lighthouse Legal can help you plan for their future and even set up a pet trust. Call me for a free consult 816-228-4383 or email [email protected].

Meet bonded duo Hocus Pocus!

These boxer siblings came to us with a heavy heart as their owner passed away. They are obviously very sad and confused so we will NOT separate them as they just don’t deserve that. Here’s what we know so far about this mighty pair.

🐾 2 years old brother/sister
🐾 monstrous duo at 100+ pounds each
🐾 dog friendly
🐾 shy but very sweet
🐾 has had brief interactions with children with no concerns
🐾crate trained
🐾no accidents in the foster home

If you would like to chat about this pair, please email us at [email protected] : applications and adoption information can be found at BSRO.org.

Kayla and Alex are set up at Vesper Hall today until 11AM to talk to you about all your Estate Planning needs.

Stop by, say hello, or stay for bingo starting at 9AM.

Stop by Timothy Lutheran Church to see our staff providing resources on Estate Planning and Elder Solutions.

(301 E. Wyatt Road, Blue Springs)

We will be at "Live Well Community Fair" this Saturday from 10AM-2PM.

Stop by to say hello, see KC Slugger and meet several organizations promoting health and wellness.

Estate Planning and Elder Law office in Blue Springs, Missouri is looking for a full-time Legal Assistant/Paralegal who is well organized and self-motivated. Applicants must be proficient with Microsoft Office, have excellent written and verbal communication skills, and be able to prioritize competing tasks. Prior Estate or Elder Law experience not required, but prior law office experience is preferred. Hours are generally 9:30am to 5:30pm Monday to Friday. We are unable to offer health insurance at this time but do offer generous paid time off and a matching contribution to retirement plan after 90 days of employment. Salary to commensurate with experience. If interested please send resume with salary requirements to [email protected].

I'll be visiting with clients in Springfield to do Estate Planning on Saturday May 15 and Sunday May 16. Please message me if you'd like to schedule a free consultation. Feel free to share with your family and friends.

So many pups end up in shelters due to the death or incapacity of their human. Be sure to make a plan for your furry kids incase of your own death or incapacity. I can even help with a Pet Trust. In the mean time, adopt a shelter pup. Even better, adopt a senior pup!

We are hiring!

Estate Planning and Elder Law office in Blue Springs, Missouri is looking for a full-time Legal Assistant/Paralegal who is well organized and self-motivated. Applicants must be proficient with Microsoft Office, have excellent written and verbal communication skills, and be able to prioritize competing tasks. Prior Estate or Elder Law experience not required, but prior law office experience is preferred. Hours are generally 9:30am to 5:30pm Monday to Friday. We are unable to offer health insurance at this time but do offer generous paid time off and a matching contribution to retirement plan after 90 days of employment. Salary to commensurate with experience. If interested please send resume with salary requirements to [email protected].

Meet Attorney Tina Parsley Hughes

"Our goal at Lighthouse Legal is to make the process easy to understand, customized, and efficient while giving you and your family peace of mind. Our firm is small by design to provide quality legal expertise and personal service."

To learn more visit our website at: www.lighthouselegalkc.com

I’ll be in Springfield to visit with clients from Thursday 2/11 to Saturday 2/13. Please message me if you’d like to set up a free consultation.

If you haven’t received your stimulus payment via direct deposit, below is the mailing schedule for checks.

I'm A Doctor In A COVID-19 Unit. Here's One Vital Step I Wish Everyone Would Take.

Excellent article reminding us of how important it is to plan ahead.

‘So while we are social distancing in our homes, it’s time to have that conversation that most of us have avoided ― or didn’t even know we needed to have. Make an end-of-life plan, write it down, and have it available to discuss with your doctor. Even better, reach out to a lawyer and learn how to make your wishes legally sound so if there is any kind of dispute between family members, there will be a clear path forward.’

huffpost.com "While we are social distancing in our homes, it’s time to have that conversation that most of us have avoided ― or didn’t even know we needed to have."

Get My Payment | Internal Revenue Service

Stimulus payments are currently being direct deposited by the IRS. If they do not have your direct deposit information, and you filed a tax return for 2018 or 2019, you can give them that information here:

https://www.irs.gov/coronavirus/get-my-payment?fbclid=IwAR3h26QXMCpVu5YwgMFxPB7mFyEQlJzJ3jIjXsjiYp1H7gQwnjsx1Htjrt8

If you are not required to file and have not filed for 2018 or 2019, you can give the IRS your direct deposit information here:

https://www.irs.gov/coronavirus/non-filers-enter-payment-info-here

irs.gov Use Get My Payment to get information about your payment status and payment type.

We’ve moved! Join us for an open house Tuesday, February 25th!

FYI if you’d like to discuss getting an estate plan, I’ll be in Springfield on October 11, 12 & 13. Consultations are free. Message me for an appointment.

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October 2019 Seminars

October 2019 Seminars

How to Protect Your Assets, Wishes, and the People You Love!

A FREE Planning Seminar featuring Attorney Tina Parsley Hughes and Doctor Bryan Hughes catered by Sandy’s Restaurant.

Two dates to choose from:

• Tuesday, October 1, 2019 at Crossroads Hospice & Palliative Care (14310 E 42nd St S Ste 600, Independence, MO 64055) from 6:00pm to 7:30pm.
or
• Thursday, October 10, 2019 at Sandy’s Restaurant (1255 SW MO-7, Blue Springs, MO 64015) from 6:00pm to 7:30pm.

Space is limited and reservations are required; call our office at 816-228-4383 to reserve your seats.

Family & Friends:

I will be in Springfield Friday, August 9th and Saturday August 10th to discuss Estate Planning. If you'd like to set up an appointment to discuss your needs please message me and let me know which day works better for you.

Stop by for a visit today 11:00 - 1:00 at the Senior Resource Fair at Partners in Primary Care in Independence. 19401 E 39th Street

Learn About Social Security's Online Tools

Have you suddenly found yourself needing to get a replacement social security card? Update your personal information with the Social Security Administration? Assist a family member with exploring available benefits? By setting up an online account you can do all of these things without waiting in line, making an appointment, or getting out when the weather is awful. Click on the link below to get more information.

attorney.elderlawanswers.com With the aging population becoming increasingly tech savvy, the Social Security Administration (SSA) has moved a lot of services online. From applying for Social Security benefits to replacing a card, the SSA has online tools to help.

Tina Parsley Hughes, Local Estate Planning and Elder Law Attorney, is offering you the opportunity to learn how to make sure your wishes are carried out exactly as you want. Even if you already have an estate plan or living trust, new laws and often overlooked items may mean your current plan is out of date or won't work as intended.

There is no cost or obligation to attend this seminar.

Most people think of wills and trusts only being needed after death. However, if you become incapacitated, your estate plan can ensure that someone is in place to make medical and financial decisions on your behalf.

Business owners: If you are planning on leaving your business to your children, carefully evaluate their level of interest. It may not be the wisest choice.

If your family gathers for the holidays, this could be an ideal time for you and your siblings to talk to your parents about estate planning.

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A divorce breaks all legal ties to your spouse. If you remarry, any children from that prior marriage might not inherit any of your assets when you die. http://www.lighthouselegalkc.com/estate-planning/

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People mistakenly believe that the person to whom they have assigned Power of Attorney can speak for them on medical matters. They can’t. You’ll need to do a healthcare directive and appoint someone specifically for this task.

70% of Rich Families Lose Their Wealth by the Second Generation

With stats like this, you might want to consider placing your children’s inheritance in a trust! http://time.com/money/3925308/rich-families-lose-wealth/

time.com A little honesty might help preserve the family fortune.

How Much Should You Leave to Your Kids? - Can I Retire Yet?

23% of baby boomers would like to spend all of their savings and let their children fend for themselves. Do you agree? http://time.com/money/4525333/inheritance-wealth-warren-buffett-retirement/

caniretireyet.com We're experiencing a generational change in views on inheriting wealth. How much will you leave to your kids? How much should you leave?

» Your Family Is Unique… Does Your Estate Plan Account for That? | Blue Springs Estate Planning Lawyer

If you are in a blended or “non-traditional” family, please read this. The laws are not on your side when it comes to your estate: http://www.lighthouselegalkc.com/your-family-is-unique-does-your-estate-plan-account-for-that-blue-springs-estate-planning-lawyer/

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