Every trust has at least three important roles. One, the grantor (sometimes known as the trustmaker), the person who creates the trust. Two, the trustee, the person who manages the property placed in the trust. And three, the beneficiary, the person who reaps the benefit of the trust property. Every trust has at least one […]
Living Trusts
Can a Trust Own Your Business after You Die? From Estate Planning Attorney Liz Nielsen
The short answer to the title question is yes, your trust can own your business after you die. The longer legal answer is there are a number of considerations that may impact your trust’s ability to own a business after your death. One such consideration is the type of business interest you own. Is the […]
Important Questions to Ask When Investing in a Vacation Property From Estate Planning Attorney Liz Nielsen
According to the National Association of Home Builders, in 2018 there were approximately 7.5 million second homes, making up 5.5 percent of the total number of homes.[1] These pieces of vacation property are not only real estate that must be planned for, managed, and maintained, they are also the birthplace of happy memories for you […]
What Happens to My Spouse’s Debts at Their Death? by Austin Estate Planning Attorney Liz Nielsen
A spouse’s death creates a difficult and demanding time for the surviving partner. As much as you might want space and time alone to process your grief, you may have certain responsibilities related to settling their affairs, including paying off spouse’s debts. Most Americans have some type of debt. The obligation to pay debts does […]