Getting the Most from Your Irrevocable Living Trust
An irrevocable living trust can be a vital part of your estate planning. How can you get the most from this useful tool? Here are a few things to consider.
- The right successor trustee is crucial – When you die, your living trust becomes irrevocable. That means the decisions you have previously made regarding the trust will stand. Who will carry out those wishes? The successor trustee will do so. Therefore, it is essential to appoint someone who can handle the responsibility and who is trustworthy.
- Control your assets while you are still living – The successor trustee won’t play a role in the trust until after you pass away. While you are still alive, you can exert control over the trust and do as you see fit with your assets.
- Avoid probate for beneficiaries – Probate court can cause issues for your beneficiaries. For example, the assets may be tied up for a long time if there are disputes. This can drain your estate of funds that should go to your heirs. Probate is also public record, so anyone can look up what your beneficiaries received from your estate. Setting up a trust avoids these issues.
Estate Planning Attorneys in San Diego
From North County to Chula Vista, San Diego residents can turn to Petrov Law Firm for all of your estate planning needs. To learn more, give our experienced attorneys a call today at 619.344.0360. We look forward to helping you successfully plan ahead for the future of your family.
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