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Does a Living Trust go through Probate? What do I need to know about setting one up?

Does a Living Trust go through Probate? What do I need to know about setting one up? One of the main attractions of a Living Trust is that it does not go through Probate. This has many advantages for beneficiaries under the Trust including a limitation on family provision claims against your Estate. A Living … Continue reading Does a Living Trust go through Probate? What do I need to know about setting one up?

What are Chattels and why is it important for the value to be known for the sake of the beneficiaries?

What are Chattels and why is it important for the value to be known for the sake of the beneficiaries? Chattels are commonly defined as ‘moveable property’. In terms of a deceased estate ‘chattels’ will include the personal property of the deceased such as furniture, jewellery and personal items and other property not including real … Continue reading What are Chattels and why is it important for the value to be known for the sake of the beneficiaries?