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Trustee Guidance: How to Distribute Trust Assets

One of the most important functions of the trustee is distributing the trust assets according to the wishes of the creator of the trust (trustor) as set forth in the trust agreement. With proper plan...

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Would a trust be better than a will?

The question of whether a trust be better than a will has no simple answer since so many factors must be considered in estate planning. Your decision is personal and individual, and must suit your par...

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When Trustees Waste or Steal Trust Assets

Breach of fiduciary duty by a trustee, which can range from poor investing to outright theft, can be monitored, prevented, and remedied. As a beneficiary of the trust, you have the right to request a ...

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Trustee Fees: Guideline for Trustee Compensation

Trustees are the main person responsible for following the wishes of the creator of the trust (trustor) as articulated in the trust agreement, and are responsible for overseeing the management and dis...

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What is a trust?

A trust is a entity frequently used in estate planning to help a person distribute property or provide for a loved one after they have passed away. Setting up a trust has multiple benefits and is done...

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The Rights of Trust Beneficiaries

Trust beneficiaries have certain rights under the law, including the right to written reports of the administration of the trust and accountings of the trust from the trustee. Read on for more inform...

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What are some of the different forms of trusts?

There are many different types of trusts available when you plan your estate. Use the information in this article to get a basic understanding of your options before you form a trust....

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Who are the parties to a trust?

A trust is a legally created entity designed for the protection, growth, and distribution of assets. There are three different roles in a trust, with nearly endless combinations of trust parties. A tr...

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Administering a Living Trust

The simple answer to this question is: very carefully. As trustee/administrator to a living trust, you are considered liable for any substantial damage to the trust. Ideally, the grantor kept a trust ...

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How to Revoke Your Living Trust

Although a revocable trust, or living trust, makes the process sound simple, you may not know exactly what you need to do to dissolve or revoke your living trust. ...