There are 18 commonly-used trust structures and most people only know about two. The Trust Recommender scores all of them against your situation — your assets, family structure, charitable intent, business ownership, and creditor concerns — and explains which ones are worth talking to an estate attorney about.
This is a "what to ask the lawyer" tool. It doesn't replace an estate attorney; it makes the first meeting much shorter and cheaper.
What you can do
- ✓18 trust structures scored
- ✓Family-structure and asset inputs
- ✓Charitable intent and creditor-protection inputs
- ✓Plain-language explanation of each match
- ✓Direct hand-off to the Advisor Recommender
Frequently asked questions
Can I just use a Revocable Living Trust?+
Often yes — for most people the RLT plus a will, healthcare POA, and financial POA cover it. The recommender tells you when your situation calls for something more sophisticated.
Do I need an estate attorney even after using this?+
Yes. The recommender narrows the conversation; the attorney drafts the documents and ensures they're valid in your state.
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