By Craig Parker
Assistant General Counsel
Trust & Will
Craig Parker explains the key differences, pros and cons, and how to start a living trust or will.
In this video, Craig Parker, Assistant General Counsel at Trust & Will, explains how wills and trusts work, their key differences, and how to decide which option fits your situation. Whether you’re just starting your estate plan or exploring a living trust, this guide walks you through the basics in clear, simple terms.
Key Takeaways
- What a will does (and what it doesn’t)
- How a living trust works during your lifetime
- The pros and cons of a living trust vs a will
- When it makes sense to have both
- How a pour-over will and living will fit into your estate plan
- How to create a living trust online from the comfort of your home
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About the Author:
Craig Parker
Assistant General Counsel
Trust & Will
Craig Parker is Assistant General Counsel at Trust & Will, a California-licensed attorney certified as a Specialist in Estate Planning, Trust, and Probate Law with over 25 years of experience representing individuals, fiduciaries, and public agencies in complex probate, trust, and conservatorship matters. He now serves as a subject matter expert at Trust & Will, helping modernize estate planning nationwide.