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Realty Transfer Tax Regulation Invalidated by Commonwealth Court

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The Commonwealth Court of Pennsylvania held that an exemption to the application of PA Realty Transfer Tax Section (RTT) for no or nominal consideration from a trust under Section 1102-C.3(9.1)1 applies not only to transfers...more

Adler Pollock & Sheehan P.C.

Revocable Trusts Offer Benefits, But Beware of Their Drawbacks

There’s a good chance that your estate plan includes a revocable trust — sometimes known as a “living trust.” This type of trust can help your estate avoid probate, guard your privacy and provide protection in the event...more

Allen Barron, Inc.

What do You Need to Know About A Trust and Why?

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Most US homeowners and business owners understand the importance of an estate plan; they just never seem to get around to completing the task. What do you need to know about a trust? Why are trusts a central component of any...more

Warner Norcross + Judd

Was the Trust Beneficiary Entitled to In-kind Distribution of Trust Assets?

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On January 12, 2023, the Michigan Court of Appeals issued its decision in In re Claeys Revocable Living Trust, 2023 Westlaw 175242, No 360054 (Mich Ct App Jan 12 2023), which considered whether a trust beneficiary was...more

Sands Anderson PC

The Case for Brevity in Trust Documents

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The most powerful and flexible tool estate planners have today is the revocable living trust. It is essentially a substitute for a will that allows you to avoid the often lengthy and expensive probate process, while giving...more

Downey Brand LLP

California Trusts Cannot Hold Title to Real Estate

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A common misperception of trusts is that they are legal entities that, like corporations, can hold title to real estate and other property. A new California appellate decision, Boshernitsan v. Bach (2021) ___ Cal.App.5th ___,...more

Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP

Recent Indiana Court of Appeals Decision Illustrates Importance of Clear Estate Planning Documents

Background - Recently, the Indiana Court of Appeals decided the case of Murphy, et al. v. Trustee of Star Financial Bank, et al. The case involved a woman named Janice who had executed a revocable living trust in 1990. ...more

Chambliss, Bahner & Stophel, P.C.

Understanding Revocable Trusts

Revocable trusts are an effective way to avoid probate and provide for asset management in the event of incapacity. In addition, revocable trusts--sometimes called “living” trusts--are incredibly flexible and can achieve many...more

Clark Hill PLC

Number One On Your New Home 'To Do' List: Creating And Funding Your Revocable Living Trust Agreement

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CONGRATULATIONS ON YOUR NEW HOME! Purchasing a home is one of the most significant investments you can make. Consequently, you will probably do everything you can to care for and protect your home, right? Those protective...more

Cranfill Sumner LLP

Top 5 Reasons that Seniors Should Avoid Sharing a Joint Bank Account with an Adult Child

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As seniors age, many seniors believe that they should add an adult child to their bank account. Purely for ease and convenience, a jointly owned bank account would be a good way for an adult child to monitor a senior’s...more

Adler Pollock & Sheehan P.C.

Estate Planning Pitfall: You haven’t properly funded your revocable living trust

A revocable living trust is often used to complement a will. Assets transferred to the trust generally don’t have to go through the probate process, which can be time-consuming and expensive. They’re also generally protected...more

Dickinson Wright

Should Automobiles Be Transferred To A Trust?

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One of the questions I am often asked by clients is, “Should I transfer my automobiles to my revocable living trust?” I generally advise clients not to transfer their automobiles to their revocable living trust. The primary...more

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