Living Trusts

Make sure your assets are managed properly for the future. Learn all about living trusts, and what might make one a good fit for you.

How to avoid probate
Probate can be time consuming and expensive. Learn how joint ownership, beneficiary designations, living trusts, and other alternatives can preserve more of your property for the benefit of your loved ones.
October 25, 2024 · 7 min read
Revocable vs. Irrevocable Living Trusts: Which Is Right for You?
A revocable living trust allows you to retain control over the assets you've placed in the trust, but there are certain circumstances where an irrevocable living trust is the better option.
October 17, 2024 · 8 min read
How to Transfer Assets to a Living Trust
Learn exactly how to transfer assets to a living trust with detailed, practical steps, avoiding any unnecessary confusion or legalese.
October 14, 2024 · 14 min read
Do I Need an Attorney for My Living Trust?
Determining if you need an attorney to create a trust is the first question to ask yourself in this process.
September 26, 2024 · 9 min read
What Is a Living Trust?
A living trust is a legal arrangement that specifies who manages your assets and who inherits them after you die—all while avoiding probate.
September 25, 2024 · 12 min read
How to Make a Do-It-Yourself Living Trust
A living trust is an easy way to plan for the management and distribution of your assets, and you may not need an attorney to create one.
September 24, 2024 · 10 min read
A smart way to avoid probate: The living trust
Assets in a living trust are not considered part of your estate at your death, meaning they can often be distributed without the complications and hassle of going through the probate process.
September 17, 2024 · 5 min read
What Is a Life Estate Deed?
A life estate deed is one way of transferring ownership of real property that offers a number of estate planning advantages.
September 17, 2024 · 6 min read
What Is a Grantor Trust? Definition, Rules, and Taxes
A grantor trust is considered a “disregarded entity” by the IRS and comes with its own benefits, risks, and unique rules to consider.
August 14, 2024 · 9 min read
Create a Living Trust in Alabama
A living trust can help you avoid the cost and time of probate, and offers more control over your estate than a last will. Find out how a living trust works in Alabama.
August 4, 2024 · 4 min read