Easy Transitions are the Main Idea
Easy transitions are the goals for a revocable trust. In other words, what can we do to help our family make quick and easy decisions without requiring a judge.
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Revocable trusts in Minnesota is a specific legal document. This type of document helps families to transfer assets before and after death without the assistance of a courtroom.
As an estate planning attorney, my goal is to educate and inspire a conversation with people and families needing help with a document of this nature.
Revocable Trusts: Minnesota’s Basics
A trust is a contract with ourselves. When we get sick, ill or are unable to make choices using our free will, a trustee can step in on our behalf.
A revocable trust is one of the most significant legal documents a person can create on behalf of themselves and their families. Unfortunately, people wait way too long to make decisions.
The postings and articles below address trusts of all kinds, including revocable trusts.
For those interested in meeting me one-on-one, I think my community education courses are fantastic.
Thus, I hope you find value in the following articles and posts. Then, reach out for assistance with your matter.
My Trustee is Dead and Minnesota’s Confusing Trustee Laws
So, your Trustee is dead? First, I sympathize with you and your family. Second, lets assume the trust was valid. Generally, these are the next couple of steps: Read and follow the trust document(s), Comply with Minnesota’s Duty to Inform…
Should You Transfer Your House and Avoid Probate in Minnesota?
How to transfer your house and avoid probate in Minnesota is a common question with situational or case by case results. The idea of forcing your family into probate when the process is so much easier while we are alive…
Avoid Probate For Your Cabin In 6 Simple Ways
You can help avoid probate for a cabin by utilizing a number of estate planning techniques and tools. Of course, there are pros and cons to each, as one size doesn’t fit all. In no particular order, here are the…
Fist Fights over Cranky Creditor Probate Claims
Creditor Probate Claims are likely one of the biggest stresses a family will encounter. Luckily, our Minnesota laws have tried to sort through the mess by helping us rank or prioritize creditor claims. Without question, the grieving process is painful…
Due On Sale Clause can Trigger Balloon Payments
Look at the Due On Sale Clause before utilizing a transfer on death deed in Minnesota. Otherwise, heartaches may follow with the
More than 8 Ways to Avoid Probate in Minnesota – MN Avoid Probate Hell
Yes, you can avoid probate in Minnesota. On the other hand, you can encourage probate too. Being dead does not remove you from probate hell. Instead, it only makes it worse. Luckily, I believe you and I can help our…
Never Die and you will Avoid Minnesota Probate – No, Seriously
The easy way to avoid Minnesota probate is to never die. No, seriously – if you never die, then probate will not be an option. On the other hand, if you think you might die someday, grab an adult beverage before…
Ten Years After He Died, A Trust Breach Occured
Trust breach happens when your children decide to argue over semantics. Would you rollover, in your grave, if your children sued one another ten (10) years later? Well, this actually happened in a case called In re: The Frank John…
What If Your Trustee Dies?
What if your trustee dies? Between you and me, I would much rather be in the position of worrying about a trustee dying versus your death. Thus, perhaps working through the situation where the trustee dies is not as bad as…