The Complete Book of Trusts

by Martin M. Shenkman

As one of the most powerful and flexible financial planning tools available, trusts can help you achieve several important goals, from minimizing estate taxes to avoiding probate and managing assets in the event of death or disability. This thoroughly updated and expanded edition of The Complete Book of Trusts offers a comprehensive overview that includes essential details on how you can best use trusts to meet the goals of your particular choice. Covering 50 different types of trusts —including charitable remainder, credit shelter, and revocable living —this complete reference provides the guidance you need to determine which are the right trusts for you. Then, this indispensable resource takes you step by step through the entire process of setting up, managing, and terminating trusts. Along with an easy-to-understand introduction to trust basics, including provisions, trustee designations, and grantor's rights, here's where you'll

320 pages, Paperback

First published November 1, 1992