Do I Need Both a Will and a Trust

Do I Need Both a Will and a Trust

If you have a have a trust, do you also need a will?  Even if you transfer the majority of your property through a living trust or other estate planning tool, you should also have a will.  Without a will, any property that isn’t passed along to beneficiaries by those...
How to Select an Executor for Your Will or a Trustee for Your Trust

How to Select an Executor for Your Will or a Trustee for Your Trust

When you write up your will you need to choose individuals for a few positions: executor, guardian (if you have minor children), and trustee (if you have a revocable or irrevocable trust). Your executor is responsible for making sure that your assets are protected and...