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revocable living trust

 The Hazards of Do-it-Yourself Estate Planning
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By Linda Melancon
In revocable living trust, Estate Planning Awareness, Will
Posted March 7, 2022

The Hazards of Do-it-Yourself Estate Planning

Many websites offer customized, do-it-yourself wills and other estate planning documents.  Although such products are convenient, using them could create serious and expensive legal problems for [...]

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 When to Avoid Naming a Trust as Beneficiary of Your Retirement Plan
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By Linda Melancon
In Trusts, Estate Planning Awareness, revocable living trust
Posted February 28, 2022

When to Avoid Naming a Trust as Beneficiary of Your Retirement Plan

Naming a trust as a beneficiary of your retirement plan can be a good idea in some circumstances, but it can be dangerous if you are worried about creditors coming after your estate.  There are a [...]

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 Why a Power of Attorney May Not Be Enough
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By Linda Melancon
In revocable living trust, General Estate Planning, Trusts
Posted February 25, 2022

Why a Power of Attorney May Not Be Enough

A durable power of attorney is a document that allows you to appoint someone you trust to step in for you to handle financial and legal matters if you become incapacitated. We all are at risk of [...]

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 Why You May Need a Trust in Addition to a Power of Attorney
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By Linda Melancon
In Estate Planning Awareness, General Estate Planning, revocable living trust, Trusts
Posted December 29, 2021

Why You May Need a Trust in Addition to a Power of Attorney

While everyone should have a durable power of attorney that appoints someone to act for them if they become incapacitated, in some circumstances it is not enough. In these cases, a revocable [...]

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 Baton Rouge Estate Lawyer: How to Make a Revocable Living Trust
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By Linda Melancon
In General Estate Planning, revocable living trust, Trusts
Posted September 18, 2020

Baton Rouge Estate Lawyer: How to Make a Revocable Living Trust

A revocable living trust protects your privacy, avoids probate, and determines who will handle your affairs while you’re incapacitated and after you’ve passed away. It’s an essential element for [...]

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