Why consider looking for forms on the Web? Trusts and estates practitioners all have (or should have) carefully crafted office forms and drafting systems and a library full of form books and forms ...

Attorney Denis Clifford, in the fourth edition of “Make Your Own Living Trust,” has updated his authoritative explanation of living trust pros and cons for homeowners and realty investors. This ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Matthew F. Erskine is a trusts and estates attorney. Along with a Will and a Trust, the most common documents used in estate ...

Wills and living trusts can serve the same purpose, but differently. Wills are generally simpler and less expensive than trusts. They are not mutually exclusive. You may want both. There's more than ...

When it comes to estate planning, two of the most common tools are living trusts and wills. Both help ensure your assets reach the right people after you’re gone, but they work differently and serve ...

Vikki Velasquez is a researcher and writer who has managed, coordinated, and directed various community and nonprofit organizations. She has conducted in-depth research on social and economic issues ...

This article is intended for educational purposes only and is not legal advice. For guidance on your personal situation, please contact a lawyer. When you work hard your entire life to accumulate ...

Avoiding probate and retaining control over the distribution of your assets are two key benefits of using a living trust as part of your estate plan. With so many misconceptions around trusts, it's ...