Author

Bret T. Christiansen, Esq

Bret was born in Great Bend, Kansas as the youngest of three children. His father’s career in various agricultural cooperative systems took him from Great Bend to Gering, Nebraska, and then to Hiawatha, Kansas, where Bret graduated high school.

Blog Articles

Estate Planning

September 25, 2025

The Hidden Risks of Growing Older Without a Life & Legacy Plan

More adults are aging alone, and even with family nearby, aging brings challenges most people don’t see coming. Learn how a Life & Legacy Plan ensures you are cared for with dignity and your wishes are honored

Estate Planning

September 19, 2025

Living With Loss: The Daily Impact of Grief and the Gift of Planning Ahead

Losing someone you love reshapes your world in ways you may never expect. But you can make it easier on the people you love most

Estate Planning

September 12, 2025

The Surprising Connection Between Meal Planning and Estate Planning Done the Right Way

How you approach meal planning reveals your deepest values about money and time – and surprisingly, it mirrors exactly how you should approach protecting your family's future

Estate Planning

September 5, 2025

Don’t Lose Your Family Stories: How to Preserve Your Legacy Before It’s Too Late

Every day, families lose irreplaceable stories when loved ones die without recording their wisdom, traditions, and memories. Don't let your family's history disappear, too.

Estate Planning

September 2, 2025

What Is Probate in Kansas and When Is It Required?

Learn what probate is, when it's required in Kansas, and how smart estate planning can help your loved ones avoid delays, stress, and legal fees.

Estate Planning

September 1, 2025

The $1.5 Million Estate Planning Mistake You Can't Afford to Make

You think you've done everything right with your estate planning. Then tragedy strikes, and a simple paperwork error costs your children $1.5 million in taxes.

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