Learn how irrevocable trusts protect assets, reduce estate taxes, and provide long-term financial control by placing wealth under the management of an independent trustee.

Are you thinking about including a Trust in your Estate Plan? Indeed, it is a wise decision. Other WRAL Top Stories Even if you’ve already started planning or have a Will in place, Trusts can provide ...

Whether you’re looking to avoid probate, limit possible estate taxes or assume greater control over how your estate is distributed after you pass, there a number of benefits that adding a trust to ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Bob Carlson researches all facets of retirement finances. Many estate owners are concerned about what will happen to the wealth in ...

Estate planning is crucial for high-net-worth (HNW) individuals who want to protect their assets and pass their legacy on to loved ones after death. HNW individuals have unique tax and non-tax estate ...

Going through the hassle of creating a trust can be a tricky process, but doing all the work just to leave it empty can ...

I wish to set up a trust for my two grandchildren but am not sure which type of trust to use. Could you please explain to me in simple terms the main types of trusts that I could consider and in what ...

Having an estate plan in place can offer reassurance that your assets will be managed according to your wishes, both during your lifetime and after you pass away. While many people think of wills as ...