When I die, is there a way to make sure husband has complete control of all of my possessions so my sibling doesn’t get them?
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When I die, is there a way to make sure husband has complete control of all of my possessions so my sibling doesn’t get them?
Asked on November 21, 2012 under Estate Planning, Florida
Answers:
Victor Waid / Law Office of Victor Waid
Answered 11 years ago | Contributor
Yes, put all of your assets into a revocable trust, naming him as the beneficiary, or make him the sole beneficiary of a will. The trust is the better way to go, as the trust avoids probate and is amendable and revocable.
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