We often get questions about what to do when a person wants to give up their authority over their personal and financial life. If they do not already have a Revocable Living Trust that provides for a transfer of that authority, then the next best thing is a Power of Attorney (POA). The person who Read the full article…
Estate Planning
The Trust “Oil Change” – Reviewing and Updating Your Trust
As one annually services their automobile for an oil change and routine maintenance, it is also prudent to review your trust to confirm that your original documents are consistent with your wishes. At a minimum, one should look at the following provisions of their trust to determine if any changes are required: Successor Trustee – Read the full article…
A Primer on Irrevocable Life Insurance Trusts
The irrevocable life insurance trust (ILIT) can be an important estate strategy tool that may accomplish a number of estate objectives; however, it may not be appropriate for every individual.1, 2 What Is an ILIT? An ILIT is created by an individual (the grantor) during his or her lifetime. The ILIT owns a life insurance Read the full article…