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Wills vs. Trusts: Key Insights on Probate Avoidance

Savanna Staggs
Oct 13, 2024 - 4 min read

Choosing between a Will and a Trust is a foundational decision in estate planning, each serving different purposes in managing your assets. At Monday Morning Trust, we offer expert guidance to help you decide which option best aligns with your goals. Here’s an in-depth look at how these tools compare, particularly in avoiding probate.

How Do I Transfer The Title Or Deed Of A House?

Bradley Ball
Oct 13, 2024 - 4 min read

There are different reasons for transferring the title of a house to another person or persons, such as selling the property to another party or passing it on to a family member as a gift or as part of a relative’s estate plan. This would require the assistance of a Legal Document Assistant. This licensed professional can create a deed, which is required any time you are transferring property from one owner to another…

Understanding the Difference Between an LDA and a Lawyer

Bradley Ball
Oct 13, 2024 - 4 min read

Going through a legal process is never an easy task. First, after taking time to consider the legal action that you’re about to take, you must find and decide on a lawyer you want to hire,. When you think about legal fees and the cost of retaining a lawyer, you might decide to either represent yourself in court or at least do most of the legwork yourself.

When to Update Your Will

Bradley Ball
Oct 13, 2024 - 4 min read

Life changes on a dime. So, how can you ensure that your final wishes will be fulfilled when the time comes? One of the best ways to ensure this is to update your will. It prevents confusion among your family members or any potential future legal issues among them. Make sure your will updates reflect any significant life events.

Do's and Don'ts of Writing a Will: Advice from Legal Document Assistants

Bradley Ball
Apr 27, 2023 - 4 min read

Writing a will can be a daunting task, but it is an essential step in planning for the future and ensuring that your loved ones are taken care of after you pass away. While there are many important considerations to keep in mind when writing a will, there are also common mistakes that should be avoided.

5 Estate Planning Documents You Must Have

Bradley Ball
Aug 17, 2022 - 3 min read

Why Estate Planning Is Important? Estate planning enables you to prepare for catastrophic events like your death or incapacitation. It helps you prevent your family from worrying about important decisions during a medical emergency or in the situation of your untimely passing. Furthermore, a well-drafted estate plan protects your family legally and financially…

Affordable Living Trust Service

Bradley Ball
Jul 26, 2022 - 2 min read

What Is Living Trust?

A living trust is a legal document that you outline (termed the Grantor) to detail your wishes regarding your wealth, assets, and belongings. Further, it avoids the complicated and costly process of probate and the courts.

Do I Need a Trust Attorney?

Bradley Ball
Jul 22, 2022 - 5 min read

The most important decisions you’ll ever have to make won’t go into effect until after your demise, which is why you draft trust documents. These trust documents outline who will receive your assets (such as your home) and valuables possessions after you pass away. Drafting trust documents is an exigent and possibly the most complicated process. It involves drafting legal documents, filing at your county recorder’s office, gathering information about your state’s probate laws, and deciding who the trustees would be.

Are Revocable Trusts A Good Idea?

Bradley Ball
Jul 13, 2022 - 3 min read

A trust is a legal entity that allows you to distribute all of your assets legally to your beneficiaries. Generally, it is an easy process, but it can be complicated depending on your assets and family situation.