Living Trust Software - Programs That Make Setting Up A Trust
Like A Walk In The Park
December 19, 2004
By Kathy Curtis
How do you transfer titles in a trust's behalf?
When should I update my trust? Do I need other forms
besides my trust? Sometimes setting up a living trust
is not like a walk in the park: the form's terms seem
confusing, the choices look unnecessary, and the costs
of a legal consultant are not within your means. What
other option do you have? Living trust software
is convenient, easy, and inexpensive compared to risky
living trust mills, online questionnaires that require
too many "additions", and filling out the
form solo.
The Number One Rated Software
The most popular living trust software out there is by Nolo (1-800-728-3555
or online at http://www.nolo.com/lawstore/products).
According to Nolo, its software has a 20-year record of success.
Nolo's Quicken® WillMaker Plus has broken down the steps for
you and your family into an interview-style format that is easy
to follow. The program also advises added protections such as legal
wills and health care directives. Quicken® WillMaker Plus uses
Windows and costs as little as $49.99 for a CD or $39.99 downloaded.
An Attorney-In-A-Box
Other software worthy your attention is Living TrustBuilder®
by Jian. Be careful not to purchase living trust software that is
not upheld by your state laws.
Estate Planners Online
An alternative to trust software is an online estate planner such
as LegalZoom.com. Similar to the downloadable software, the estate
planner begins by asking you to complete a free interactive questionnaire.
LegalZoom.com reviews your answers in the second step and then starts
the legwork to transfer property and other assets into the living
trust. Finally, your living trust is sent directly to you on exceptional
paper in an impressive organizer. Pricing varies and is usually
more expensive than purchasing software.
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