Living trusts can help protect assets for heirs
A living trust has become a popular estate tool for protecting assets. The Internet features a variety of sites with information on living trusts:
AARP
www.aarp.org/money/estate_planning/articles/truth_about_living_trusts.html
Breaks down differences between a will and living trust and offers advice on avoiding scams.
FAMILY EDUCATION
life.familyeducation.com/trust-funds/money-and-kids/48035.html
Covers setting up a trust fund.
LAWEASY.COM
www.laweasy.com/q/20070807230411/living-trust-and-protecting-assets
Focuses on questions to ask an adviser when setting up a trust.
NATIONAL CONSUMER LAW CENTER
www.consumerlaw.org/initiatives/seniors_initiative/avoid_scam.shtml
Offers insights on living trusts, scams and probate issues.
NOLO
www.nolo.com/legal-encyclopedia/ wills-trusts-estates/
Features information on living trusts under the "Living Trust and Avoiding Probate" section.
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