What is the best way to do this and once he name is off can I move these into my own trust? Does prop 13 become an issue?

Your question raises a lot of issues. The transfer into or out of a revocable trust, or from your brother to you, can be done with a quitclaim deed...

Do I put "Smith family trust 3/1/12 fbo Bobby Smith" or "Smith family trust 3/2/1?

I agree that you must seek legal advice, especially when dealing with retirement accounts and trusts. Retirement accounts are unique in a way...

Need help to understand differences and applicability for Authorized Users and Durable POA for accounts.

In California, a thorough estate plan will consist of a Living Trust, pour-over will, and also a uniform statutory form durable power of attorney...

Should an IRA brokerage account be in the name of a living trust, or in the individual's name?

Your question is far more complex than might first appear. Retirement plans are governed by federal law mostly. But each particular retirement plan...

I want to make a living trust(not too complicated) How to find an attorney who does not charge a lot in orange county

You can use a virtual law firm. For example, please see http://truststore.com.

The question and situation, as you've described it, sounds outrageous. That is why every attorney here is skeptical about whether you have all the...

Can an attorney drafted a revocable living trust, become successor trustee and beneficiary?

Actually, the question raises a potential conflict of interest but there is a very important exception at play here. Please see: ABA Model Rules...

Mom left a Living Trust. House is currently under her name. What needs to be done to change ownership or sell the house?

There are definitely a lot of possibilities here. But it sounds to me like your father passed away, owning the home in joint tenancy with mom (and...

20 years ago I had a revocable living trust made. It's lost-attorney is dead. One child- one home few other assets. Start over?

I agree with the other attorneys. And FYI, our office can restate your trust as well as make sure everything is in order for a very reasonable...

The answer to your question of whether doing a living trust on Legalzoom is as good as an attorney is an emphatic NO. There are so many problems...