Page not found – Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Reliance Partners https://billespinosa.bhgrerp.com Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Reliance Partners Mon, 05 Feb 2024 23:04:55 +0000 en-US hourly 1 Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Reliance Partners Page not found – Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Reliance Partners false Page not found – Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Reliance Partners podcast Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Reliance Partners Page not found – Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Reliance Partners https://billespinosa.bhgrerp.com/wp-content/plugins/powerpress/rss_default.jpg https://billespinosa.bhgrerp.com c9c7bad3-4712-514e-9ebd-d1e208fa1b76 Estate Planning https://billespinosa.bhgrerp.com/2024/02/05/estate-planning https://billespinosa.bhgrerp.com/2024/02/05/estate-planning#respond Mon, 05 Feb 2024 23:00:45 +0000 https://billespinosa.bhgrerp.com/?p=17 A few thoughts on estate planning. It has been reported that 80% of home owners do not have their homes in a trust. Putting your home in a trust has many benefits because the  home or property is owned by the trust. The people that bought the property are named as the trustees and retain […]

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A few thoughts on estate planning. It has been reported that 80% of home owners do not have their homes in a trust. Putting your home in a trust has many benefits because the  home or property is owned by the trust. The people that bought the property are named as the trustees and retain control over what may happen with it in life and very importantly what your wishes are after your passing. A few of the benefits listed here show how important this arrangement can be to many home owners.

  1. Avoiding probate: Placing your home in a trust can help your heirs avoid the lengthy and often costly probate process, which is required when transferring assets through a will. By using a trust, the ownership of the home can be transferred smoothly upon your death, saving your loved ones time and money.
  2. Incapacity Planning: A trust can provide instructions for managing your home in the event of your incapacity. By designating a successor trustee, you can ensure that your property is taken care of according to your wishes, even if you are unable to manage it yourself.
  3. Asset Protection: Placing your home in certain types of trusts, such as an irrevocable trust, may offer protection from creditors, lawsuits, or other potential financial risks. This can be particularly beneficial for individuals with substantial assets or those looking to shield their property from potential claims.
  4. Control and distribution: With a trust, you have greater control over how your property is distributed. You can specify the conditions under which the property should be transferred to your beneficiaries, such as reaching a certain age or achieving specific milestones, ensuring that your wishes are followed.

It is important to note that the benefits of placing your home in a trust may vary depending on factors such as the type of trust, your individual circumstances, and state law. Consulting with an estate planning attorney or a financial advisor would be wise to determine if a trust is suitable for your specific situation.

 

 

 

 

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