Attorney-CPA Joe Cordell and TuckerAllen estate planning attorney Benjamin Zinkel are back with episode 4 of our series on Exploring Revocable Trusts. Together they explore the integration of life insurance and tax-deferred assets with the trust corpus. They emphasize the benefits of designating your trust as the beneficiary for life insurance policies and tax-deferred accounts like IRAs and 401(k)s.

By naming your trust as the beneficiary of life insurance policies, you can exercise greater control, protection, and flexibility over the proceeds. This approach aligns your life insurance planning with your overall estate plan, providing enhanced distribution options. Furthermore, they delve into the strategic advantages of utilizing a trust as the beneficiary of tax-deferred assets, offering tax efficiency, asset protection, and a seamless transfer of these assets to intended beneficiaries. Throughout the discussion, Mr. Cordell and Mr. Zinkel highlight the significance of effectively managing and preserving the trust corpus. They provide advanced strategies for optimizing the growth and protection of trust assets, ensuring their long-term financial stability and success.

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Welcome to part three of our Exploring Revocable Trusts series. In this episode, Attorney-CPA, Joe Cordell, and TuckerAllen estate planning attorney, Benjamin Zinkel delve into the concept of the trust corpus, demystifying its significance within the realm of estate planning.

In this enlightening discussion, Mr. Cordell and Mr. Zinkel provide insights on effectively defining and managing the trust corpus. Learn about key considerations such as asset transfer, protection, and growth strategies to ensure your trust’s long-term financial stability and success. Join them as they explore the fundamental elements of the trust corpus, which serves as the “body” or foundation of the trust. Discover how the trust corpus represents the property that is transferred into the trust, also known as the trust res. Gain a comprehensive understanding of the critical role the trust corpus plays in forming and validating a trust.

If you have any questions about estate planning or elder law, get in touch with an attorney at TuckerAllen.

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Welcome back to part two of exploring beneficiaries within revocable trusts with Attorney-CPA, Joe Cordell, and TuckerAllen estate planning attorney, Benjamin Zinkel. In this continuation, the pair delve deeper into the complexities of estate planning, further focusing on beneficiaries within the realm of revocable trusts.

Join them as they explore advanced strategies and practical considerations for effectively managing beneficiaries in revocable trusts. Gain invaluable insights on handling disputes that may arise among beneficiaries, navigating the challenges of distributing wealth to multiple children, and ensuring the long-term financial stability of your loved ones. In this episode you will discover the intricacies of perpetual trusts, cascade provisions, and the potential advantages of passing the trust down the family line.

If you have any questions about estate planning or elder law, get in touch with an attorney at TuckerAllen.

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Join Attorney-CPA Joe Cordell and TuckerAllen estate planning attorney, Benjamin Zinkel, in part two of exploring revocable trusts. In this enlightening discussion, Mr. Cordell and Mr. Zinkel explore the intricate world of beneficiaries and the crucial aspects surrounding their role in estate planning. Discover the step-by-step process of how a trustee and beneficiary take over, gain insights into the transfer of authority and understand what actions you can take if a trustee misbehaves or fails to honor your wishes, explore the various ways to leave money for your beneficiaries and learn about effective strategies for distributing wealth among multiple children, and more.

The episode delves into the complexities of supplemental needs trusts, providing invaluable information on how to ensure financial security for children with special needs while preserving their eligibility for government benefits. Mr. Cordell and Mr. Zinkel also address disputes between beneficiaries regarding the distribution of funds, offering practical guidance on resolving conflicts and finding equitable solutions. Furthermore, they explore the fascinating concept of cascade provisions, also known as perpetuity, and its implications for passing the trust down the family line. Gain a deeper understanding of multi-generational wealth management and the potential long-term benefits it can provide.

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Join Attorney-CPA Joe Cordell as he delves into the world of estate planning and explores the benefits of a revocable trust. In this episode, “The Elements of a Revocable Trust,” Mr. Cordell will discuss the importance of a trust as a receptacle for all your assets and how it can help you plan for your future.

Mr. Cordell will explain the various moving parts of a revocable trust, from selecting a settlor to choosing a trustee with the right characteristics and reporting requirements. He also discusses the role of a trust protector and the process of selecting a successor trustee. Throughout the episode, Mr. Cordell stresses the importance of a strong relationship with your estate planning lawyer and the benefits of a revocable trust in planning for life’s third act.

If you have any questions about estate planning or elder law, get in touch with an attorney at TuckerAllen.

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