{"product_id":"living-trusts-wills-retirement-tax-estate-planning-for-seniors-avoid-the-10-biggest-probate-mistakes-save-on-taxes-and-safeguard-your-children-paperback","title":"Living Trusts, Wills, Retirement, Tax \u0026 Estate Planning for Seniors: Avoid the 10 Biggest Probate Mistakes, Save on Taxes, and Safeguard Your Children - Paperback","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/reportcopyrightinfringement.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReport copyright infringement\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eMartin Trevis\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAre you in a second marriage, terrified that your kids from your first marriage will get nothing?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAre you afraid your ex-spouse is still listed on your $600,000 retirement account?\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDo you lie awake at night thinking about the $40,000+ in legal fees your children will face?\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eI understand how frustrating that can feel.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBe honest, you're here because you're worried about what happens to your family after you're gone. I want you to know it's going to be okay. This doesn't have to be complicated.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis book provides step-by-step solutions to protect everything you've built so your family can avoid court, preserve your wealth, and honor your wishes without legal battles.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003eDoes any of these situations sound familiar?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou created a will years ago but never updated it after your divorce, remarriage, or move to a new state\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou're in a second marriage with no idea how to protect your spouse AND your children from your first marriage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAttorneys quote $3,000-$7,000 for living trusts and you can't tell if it's essential or just an upsell\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYour ex-spouse from 20 years ago is still listed on your $600,000 retirement account\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou used a $99 online template but never funded the trust-now you suspect it's worthless paper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou own a $500,000+ home and worry your family will spend $40,000 in probate fees\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYour beneficiary designations on IRAs, 401(k)s, and life insurance don't coordinate with your will or trust\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTerms like \"step-up in basis\" and \"QTIP trusts\" overwhelm you-you just want plain English explanations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cb\u003eHere's exactly what you'll discover inside: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe step-up in basis secret that saves families $50,000-$200,000+ in capital gains taxes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow to structure a QTIP trust so your spouse is cared for while your children from your first marriage inherit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe 20-minute funding checklist that ensures your trust actually works (60% of trusts fail without this)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhy your IRA must NEVER go into your living trust (and the $200,000 tax mistake to avoid)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow beneficiary designations override your will and trust-and the coordination strategy that prevents disasters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe 10 biggest living trust mistakes that cost families $20,000-$100,000+ in probate fees and litigation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhat should and should NOT go into your living trust (vehicles, HSAs, retirement accounts explained)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow to choose a trustee who won't destroy your plan or create family conflicts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProtection strategies that shield inheritance from divorces, lawsuits, creditors, and poor decisions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe ancillary documents you MUST have beyond your trust (powers of attorney, healthcare directives, HIPAA releases)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eState-specific guidance so your trust complies with your state's laws (California vs Florida explained)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhy \"leaving everything to my spouse\" fails children from first marriages-and the structure that protects everyone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cb\u003eYour family is counting on you. Don't let them down.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cp\u003eEvery day you wait is another day they remain vulnerable to probate court, frozen assets, and $40,000+ in legal fees.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003eTake action now. Protect everything you've built. Secure your family's future today.\u003c\/b\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 246\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.52 x 9 x 6 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e February 18, 2026\u003c\/div\u003e\n            ","brand":"BooksCloud","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51989758673197,"sku":"9781787930346","price":29.8,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0938\/3185\/6429\/files\/Lboluc4r69781787930346.webp?v=1776250188","url":"https:\/\/ishookbooks.com\/products\/living-trusts-wills-retirement-tax-estate-planning-for-seniors-avoid-the-10-biggest-probate-mistakes-save-on-taxes-and-safeguard-your-children-paperback","provider":"iShook Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}