Course Details

Trusts are not just for the wealthy. Trusts can handle any estate more efficiently than relying on a last will and testament alone. What is the difference between revocable and irrevocable trusts? Can trusts protect an estate against the costs of probate, state and federal estate taxes, creditor claims, and lawsuits? Do trusts protect you financially should you ever need nursing home care in the future? How do trusts impact wills, powers of attorney, real estate, investments, retirement accounts, and other assets? How does the field of elder law impact the use of trusts? This course surveys the basics of implementing trusts and the new planning opportunities trusts can provide you in your own estate plan. OLLI does not permit solicitation, marketing, or selling of financial products by presenters as part of this study group.