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How a Revocable Trust Works in Ohio
If you are exploring your Estate Planning in Ohio , you have probably heard that a revocable trust can help avoid probate. That is true in many situations. But the mechanics matter. A trust only works if it is structured properly and funded correctly. Here is how a revocable trust actually works in Ohio. What a Revocable Trust Is A revocable trust in Ohio is a legal structure that holds your assets during your lifetime and directs what happens to them after your death. It is
Brandon Harmony
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Does a Will Avoid Probate in Ohio? The Answer Is Often Misunderstood
Many people believe that once they sign a will, their family will not have to deal with probate. That assumption is common and incorrect. In Ohio, a will usually does not avoid probate. It governs what happens during probate. That distinction matters. Families often discover only after a death that the court process is still required, even though a will exists. Does a Will Avoid Probate in Ohio? No. A will does not avoid probate in Ohio. When someone dies with assets titled i
Brandon Harmony
3 min read
How Trusts Work for Married Couples in Ohio
Many married couples assume that estate planning is simple. Everything is shared. Everything goes to the surviving spouse. That assumption is often incomplete under Ohio law. Trust planning for married couples in Ohio is not just about who inherits. It is about control, probate avoidance, protection during incapacity, and what happens when the first spouse dies. How the trust is structured determines whether the plan works smoothly or creates unnecessary court involvement lat
Brandon Harmony
4 min read
Who Should Be the Trustee of My Trust?
A trust does not manage itself. Someone has to carry out the instructions. Someone has to control the money, make decisions, and answer to beneficiaries. That person is the trustee. When people ask who should be the trustee of my trust, they are usually thinking about trustworthiness. That matters. But in real life, the role requires more than loyalty. It requires judgment, organization, patience, and the ability to follow written instructions precisely. If the trustee is wro
Brandon Harmony
3 min read
Why Probate Avoidance Matters for Families
Probate is not just a legal procedure. It is a court process that unfolds during one of the most emotionally vulnerable periods in a family’s life. When someone dies, the focus should be on grieving, supporting one another, and adjusting to a new reality. Instead, many families find themselves navigating filings, deadlines, notices, and court supervision. That is why probate avoidance is not about technical legal maneuvering. It is about reducing pressure on the people left b
Brandon Harmony
4 min read
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