Episode 23 - Benefits of Putting Your House in a Trust

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Apr 28, 2023

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23. Benefits of Putting Your House in a Trust


A person’s house is often their biggest asset and deserves protection, but in most cases transferring ownership is not enough. Putting your house in a trust is the best way to maintain control of the asset, get the step-up in basis for favorable tax implications, and protect the asset from others. But perhaps the most important benefit is the peace of mind that comes with knowing your home is safe. 


Jeffrey R. Bellomo, the founder of Bellomo & Associates, is a licensed and certified elder law attorney with a master’s degree in taxation and a certificate in estate planning. He is skilled at explaining complex legal and financial topics in easy-to-understand language.

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