The best ways to avoid probate include creating a living trust, establishing joint ownership of property, naming beneficiaries on accounts and policies, and using payable-on-death (POD) or transfer-on-death (TOD) designations. These methods allow assets to transfer directly to your chosen beneficiaries without the need for court supervision, saving your estate time and money while maintaining privacy.
Here’s a closer look at several common estate planning blunders, most of which are easily avoided.
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