What is a revocable living trust?

Revocable living trusts are legal entities that individuals create to manage and protect their assets during their lifetime and after death. When a revocable living trust is created, the trustor, or grantor, transfers property to the trust. The trustor also appoints a trustee, who is responsible for managing and distributing the trust’s assets according to the instructions in the trust agreement. The trustor can act as the trustee and have control over the trust’s assets during their lifetime. After the trustor dies, the trustee distributes the trust’s assets according to the instructions in the trust agreement. A revocable living trust is different from an irrevocable trust in that it can be changed or revoked at any time during the trustor’s lifetime. This allows the trustor to make modifications to the trust and the distribution of assets as their needs change over time. It also allows the trustor to take back control of the trust’s assets without having to go through probate. This can be beneficial for individuals who want to keep control of their assets during their lifetime, as well as for families who do not want to go through probate after the death of a trustor. In Florida, revocable living trusts can be created to protect assets and transfer them to the intended beneficiaries in an efficient manner. The trustor must carefully consider the terms of the trust to ensure their estate plan is up to date and accurately reflects their wishes. This type of trust can be a helpful tool to those looking to ensure their estate is distributed according to their wishes after they are gone.

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