Is there anyway to change the beneficiaries from a living trust created in 1994 with my then husband deceased in 2006 ?

The answer to your question really depends on how your original trust was drafted. Some trusts allow for the surviving spouse to make changes as he...

I am a beneficiary along with my siblings; 2 are trustees. We all own the house equally per the trust- Am I entitled to a key?

In general, the two trustee siblings should not have a superior right to enter or occupy the property if you are truly a co-owner. You may need an...

If I sign a waiver of account, am I entitled to any funds left over within my trust after taxes have been filed/trust closed?

You are entitled to your share of any leftover trust funds, regardless of whether you sign the waiver. However, it is always advisable to speak to...

How to I fill out Line 1 of the SS-4 if there were two grantors?

It depends on the terms of the trust. If the trust was an A-B trust, or something similar, that split into separate trusts upon the death of the...

Father died without a will. Only surviving heir. CA prop $433,000 had reverse mortgage. Hire LA County PA or lawyer? I'm broke

I highly recommend you find a probate attorney that offers a free consultation, as it is a good way to get more information without a financial...

You have several issues at play here. First, your claim to the house depends on the language of the trust and whether the house is an asset of the...

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How can expensive CA probate fees, lawyer included, be avoided. Is a will or living trust preferred or another option?

A living trust is definitely preferred over a will. A will alone will not avoid probate, and probate will very likely take longer and be more...

Does a beneficiary Have to be named in a living trust, if they are named in the will?

It sounds like your parents' trust is missing some of the key provisions required to achieve their estate planning goals. The trust should...

There are 2 trustee successors named. Myself as first, my sister as second. I want to remove myself off trust. How do I do this?

The terms of the trust should state how you can resign as trustee. If the terms are unclear or you are unsure, I recommend you meet with an estate...