Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)*

Should I add my children’s names to title on my bank accounts?

Adding a child’s name to an account as a joint tenant is a very common method for not only avoiding probate...

What are the basic provisions of a living trust?

The creator of the trust is usually referred to as the trust Settlor or Trustor, or, in the case of a husband and wife trust...

What tax returns are necessary after someone dies?

Final 1040/540 The decedent’s final income tax returns (1041,541) for the period from January 1 until the date of death...

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