Deciding between a will and a trust is one of the first questions Altamonte Springs families ask us. Often the answer is both, working together. Forever Young Law helps you choose and prepare the documents that fit your family.
What a will does
A will names who receives your property, who serves as personal representative of your estate, and who guards your minor children. A will generally goes through probate. In Florida, a person’s estate is generally administered in the county where they lived. For Altamonte Springs residents that is usually Seminole County.
What a revocable living trust does
A revocable living trust holds assets you transfer to it. You stay in control as trustee, and a successor trustee takes over if you cannot act or after your death. Assets properly held in the trust generally pass without probate and stay out of the public record.
Which is right for you?
- A will may be enough for a simple estate with few assets
- A trust is often worth considering if you own real estate, want privacy, or want to plan for incapacity
- Most plans also include powers of attorney and healthcare directives
We talk through your situation and recommend a plan. See Estate Planning – Wills & Trusts and our trust planning page.
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