Planning for how your estate will be distributed after your death is a difficult and complicated topic. No one wants to think about their passing, but it is a harsh reality of life. Preparing a proper will and planning your estate will make the process of what happens with your assets easier. It provides a clear picture of what you want to be done. You can do things like designate power of attorney, allocate money to charity, and grant the ownership of your home to anyone you like. There are many ways in which you can do this. A living trust is an often-underutilized method for planning an estate.

Living trusts are legal entities that are created to protect an individual’s assets, including money and property, and determine who will be allocated these assets after your passing. They are designed to make the transfer and distribution of assets easier. It also helps to minimize estate transfer taxes, one of its main benefits.