
The Costly Mistake of Leaving Property Out of a Trust: How the Heggstad Petition Can Help
A simple paperwork mistake—forgetting to record a trust transfer deed—can create major headaches for families after a loved one passes. Without it, a home may not be included in the trust, forcing heirs into a long and expensive probate process. Fortunately, a Heggstad Petition can help fix this issue by allowing the court to recognize the property as part of the trust, even if the deed was never recorded. Learn how to avoid this common estate planning mistake and ensure your family’s inheritance is protected.

UNDERSTANDING LIVING TRUSTS
What is a Living Trust? Sometimes called an Inter-vivos Trust, the Living Trust is created during the lifetime of the Settlors (as opposed to being created by their Wills after death) and usually terminates after they die and the body of the Trust is distributed to their beneficiaries.

Transactions Involving a Family Trust
What is a Living Trust? Sometimes called an Inter-vivos Trust, the Living Trust is created during the lifetime of the Settlors (as opposed to being created by their Wills after death) and usually terminates after they die and the body of the Trust is distributed to their beneficiaries.