Tag: Living Trust
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Transfer on Death Deed: Second Thoughts?
Avoiding the probate courts is an important goal for some homeowners. That’s why the transfer on death deedhas achieved popularity. One by one, most states have now adopted the option. Sometimes called the TOD deed, or just TODD, it offers a relatively simple way for a deed holder to say who’ll get the deed next.…
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Life Estate Deed or Living Trust: Which Path Is Right for Your Home?
It’s never too soon to plan out the transfer of your deed after you pass. One way to do it? The tried-and-true method of writing your last will and testament and including your home in it. You have other choices, though. The life estate deed and the living trust are popular vehicles for a deed…
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Can I Quitclaim My House Into a Living Trust?
We’re glad you asked. You might have heard that a living trust can… All of the above are reasons many people use this method of passing their property along after they die. And a home is a typical piece of property that people put into a living trust. Importantly, a living trust is a…
