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15 Essential Duties of a Trustee Explained

There are 15 duties of a trustee that every trustee and beneficiary must know. The duty that gets trustees sued the most is. . .

By: / Asset Protection , Estate Planning , Irrevocable Trusts , Revocable Living Trusts , Trusts
7 IRS Rules That May Make Your Trust a Disregarded Entity

If you created a trust for tax avoidance or asset protection, these seven IRS rules on disregarded entities are essential. Rule 1, never . . .

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How Does Per Stirpes Distribution Impact Your Grandchildren

One of the most common ways to distribute in the state is “per stirpes.” Per stirpes distribution dramatically affects your grandchildren if. . .

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Per Stirpes vs. Pro-Rata: What’s the Difference

When distributing an estate is is easy to be confused by the difference between per stirpes vs. pro-rata. The two phrases are different but interrelated.

By: / Probate
Probate Omnibus Clause: What Is It? (Sample Language)

An omnibus clause is one of the most undervalued portions of an order for final distribution. Excluding it could cost you thousands . . .