The Trustees Role What is a Trustee? A Trustee in a Living Trust has similar responsibilities as an Executor in a Will. A Living Trust is the most effective, cost-efficient and private estate plan, administered outside of Probate Court. In contrast, a Will requires Probate. Incidentally, Wills for Heroes provides an excellent service for First … Continue reading Trustee: Who to Choose and What They Do

Joint Tenancy – it is quick, convenient and tempting. It used to be called, “The Poor Mans Will.” And it is fraught with potential disaster. Consequently, aside from marital funds, you should be very cautious of ever using it to title assets. It is effortless to add someone’s name to a title. This is done … Continue reading Joint Tenancy and its Perils

Pets are Family We can all admit it. Our pets are part of our family. And they’ve earned it. What will happen to your pets when you are gone? It can be hard enough facing the reality that our time is limited, but our pets might very well outlive us.  Certainly, you should prepare and … Continue reading Pets Should Not Be Overlooked in Your Living Trust