Essential Steps for Successor Trustees: Proper Trust Administration and Legal Compliance
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Special Needs Trusts Part 2: Selecting a Trustee
Previously, I discussed the types and applications of various Special Needs Trusts (SNTs). I highly encourage you to review the previous article for comprehensive information on the subject. However, here is a brief synopsis of my previous article for your reference: A Special Needs Trust is a type of trust created to address the long-term [...]
Short Explanation of Trust Terms By Attorney Allyson S.Heller of Tyre Law Group, Covina
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CRx5ormTXAg There can be some confusion regarding the different terminology associated with Trusts. Attorney Allyson S. Heller sits down to discuss the most important Trust terms. Trustor, sometimes referred to as the Settler or Grantor., A Trustor is the person or in the case of a married couple the persons who create and [...]
San Gabriel Valley’s Best “Living Trust Attorney” and Best “Legal Services”
We are honored to be voted once again as San Gabriel Valley’s best in "Living Trust Attorney" and "Legal Services" by Pasadena Star-News, San Gabriel Valley Tribune, and Whittier Daily News. We extend our heartfelt thanks to our clients for this esteemed recognition. Recently featured in USA Today’s "Estate Planning 101," we are dedicated to [...]
Most Trusts Need To Be Closed By Tony J. Tyre, Esq.
Many people visit our office holding their parents' family home within a trust created by their parents, often years after both parents have passed away. What most of these people don't realize is that once a trust has fulfilled its purpose, it should typically be defunded, and the assets should be transferred to a new [...]
Trusts and Wills: What’s The Difference Between a Trust and Will?
Understanding the Differences & Benefits of Trusts and Wills in Estate Planning Covina, CA Trusts and Wills are the two of the most commonly used estate planning documents, and they form the foundation of most estate plans. While both documents are legal vehicles designed to distribute your assets in Covina, and through California, how they [...]
Amending Your Trust After Marriage—the Omitted Spouse Doctrine
By William C. Mason, III, Of Counsel
Marriage changes a lot of things—but should it change your existing trust? To answer that question, let’s look at a hypothetical: John has two children: Dick and Jane. John purchases a home on Evergreen Lane and transfers that home into the John Doe Revocable Trust. Wanting to leave his children a tangible asset that can [...]
Estate Planning 101: Trust & will terms that everyone needs to know
Quick, what’s the difference between a will and a trust? Might you be a testator? And what do you know about a conservatorship, besides the fact that Britney Spears has been embroiled in drama surrounding one? While these terms are familiar, many people are often pressed to define exactly what these important estate planning documents [...]
When Should I Amend my Trust?
By William C. Mason, III, Of Counsel
As your life changes, so too can your revocable trust. While there are numerous reasons why you may want to modify your trust, the following events are the most common that necessitate a trust amendment: The birth or adoption of a child When initially creating your trust, you may have named individuals such as siblings, [...]
Debunking Trust Myths and Misconceptions
By Allyson S. Heller
When it comes to estate planning, people tend to have misconceptions about living trusts, many of which stem from secondhand accounts from unreliable sources. Below, I debunk some of the most common myths about trusts. Myth #1: “Trusts are for rich people.” Reality: By far the most common misconception I hear from clients is that [...]