People who are creating an estate plan need to determine the best methods for ensuring their chosen beneficiaries will receive the specific assets the creator wants them to get. There are several estate plan components that can accomplish this. Some assets can be...
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Wills And Trusts
Why those with trusts may also need pour-over wills
There are numerous documents people can use when drafting an estate plan. Some of them take effect while the testator is still alive, while others only have authority after their death. Testamentary documents that gain authority after someone's passing are often the...
What happens when you don’t trust a trustee?
Trusts are very popular ways of making sure that an estate’s assets do the most good and fulfill a testator’s wishes over the long run. Having the right trustee to manage and administer a trust is, naturally, critical. What happens, then, if you have lost faith in a...
How can a pour-over will support an estate with a trust?
A trust can be a very useful estate planning tool. It can give someone more control over one's legacy and enhanced protection from collection activity later in life. Many people creating a trust transfer significant assets to fund the trust. They may then expect that...
2 factors that could invalidate a will
A will is a crucial component of any estate plan. This legal document sets out instructions on how your assets should be divided upon your death. In your will, you are also able to nominate legal guardians who can look after your young children should you pass away. ...
Addressing creative works in your estate plan
In estate planning, the needs of artists and creatives can often be unique and complex. Their estates usually comprise tangible assets and a rich tapestry of intellectual property. Preserving and managing this intellectual property necessitates a proactive approach to...
Decanting a trust: Adapting a trust to changing times
Establishing a trust is a common estate planning strategy that helps to protect and manage assets for the benefit of an individual’s heirs. However, life can inspire surprising changes, and circumstances may make it necessary to adapt the terms of a trust to better...
3 ways a trust can benefit your business
Being a business owner has many benefits. Apart from the financial rewards, you become independent and get many learning opportunities. Therefore, it is imperative to protect your investment. While there are many ways to protect your business, trust planning can go a...
2 assets you should exempt from your Illinois will
Do you have a will? Congratulations if you do. You’ve taken one of the most important steps towards safeguarding your legacy and the people you care about. Without a valid will in place at the time of your demise, Illinois intestate laws would step and dictate what...
How can a Totten trust help your loved ones?
Most adults have bank accounts that they use on a regular basis. One question that often comes up when a person dies is who will get control of the bank account. You can make your wishes clear about this by getting the Totten trust for the bank account set up. A...


