Using Trusts to Protect Your Real Estate Assets

Real estate often represents a significant portion of a family's wealth. Simply bequeathing property in a will can trigger probate in every state where you own real estate, plus title, tax, and family complications.

Revocable living trusts, irrevocable trusts, and — for elder law clients — Medicaid Asset Protection Trusts each have a role. The right structure depends on whether the goal is to avoid probate, protect against long-term care costs, or pass the property to the next generation with rules attached.

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