Can the trust incentivize public service careers through bonuses or grants?
The question of whether a trust can incentivize public service careers through bonuses or grants is a fascinating one, increasingly …
How Can I Protect My Assets For Future Generations?
The aroma of freshly baked bread wafted through the air, mingling with the scent of lavender from the garden. Sarah …
Can I require social impact investment reporting from trust-funded ventures?
The question of whether you can require social impact investment reporting from ventures funded by a trust is increasingly relevant …
What’s the best way to initiate help with an estate planning lawyer near by?
The phone buzzed incessantly, startling me awake. It was my sister, Sarah, her voice trembling with anxiety. “Dad just passed …
What financial reporting must a testamentary trust provide annually?
Testamentary trusts, established through a will after someone passes away, require diligent financial reporting to ensure transparency and legal compliance, …
Can I add a beneficiary mid-term if my family circumstances change?
The flexibility of estate planning documents, particularly trusts, is a common question for Ted Cook’s clients here in San Diego, …
Can I limit eligibility for distributions to those who pass a fiduciary exam?
The question of whether to limit distributions from a trust to beneficiaries who pass a “fiduciary exam” is gaining traction …
Can a bypass trust distribute only income and retain principal permanently?
Yes, a bypass trust, also known as a credit shelter trust or a family trust, can be structured to distribute …
Can the trust require that vacation properties be used communally by all heirs?
Yes, a trust can absolutely require that vacation properties be used communally by all heirs, though careful drafting is crucial …
Can a special needs trust support photography gear for creative therapy?
The question of whether a special needs trust can fund items like photography gear for creative therapy is surprisingly nuanced, …