Revocable Family Trust

A revocable family trust (sometimes called a living trust) is a flexible estate planning tool that allows you to manage your assets during life and control how they’re distributed after death.

Here are the main benefits:

1. Avoiding Probate

• Assets in a revocable trust generally pass directly to beneficiaries without going through probate.

• This saves time, reduces court costs, and keeps family financial matters private.

2. Flexibility & Control

• As the grantor, you can change or revoke the trust at any time while you’re alive and competent.

• You maintain control over your assets just as if they were in your own name.

3. Continuity in Case of Incapacity

• If you become incapacitated, the successor trustee you choose can step in to manage the trust assets without court intervention.

• This avoids the need for a court-appointed conservatorship or guardianship.

4. Privacy

• Unlike a will, which becomes public record during probate, a trust remains private.

• Your estate distribution and asset details aren’t disclosed publicly.

5. Faster Distribution to Heirs

• Beneficiaries often gain access to assets much more quickly than they would through probate.

• This can help reduce financial stress during an already difficult time.

6. Organization of Assets

• A trust provides a clear framework for managing and distributing assets.

• It can cover real estate, bank accounts, investments, and even personal items, all in one plan.

7. Potential Cost Savings

• Although setting up a trust has upfront costs, it can save your family significant money later by avoiding probate expenses, legal fees, and delays.

8. Smooth Transition for Family Business or Properties

• If you own a family business or multiple properties, a trust helps ensure continuity and reduces disputes.

✅ Key Takeaway: A revocable family trust doesn’t provide tax savings or creditor protection (unlike some irrevocable trusts), but it’s one of the best tools for simplifying estate administration, maintaining privacy, and protecting loved ones from lengthy probate battles.

Day & Associates currently offers a simple family revocable trust with quit claim deed for $1,500.00.  Contact Day & Associates about $1,500.00 offer.