Estate Planning Thoughts on Transfer or Pay on Death Instruments v. Living Trusts
As an attorney that practices Estate Planning, I am frequently asked the difference between a Transfer or Payable on Death Account/Deed and a Living Revocable Trust.
As an attorney that practices Estate Planning, I am frequently asked the difference between a Transfer or Payable on Death Account/Deed and a Living Revocable Trust.
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