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When you create your revocable living trust<\/a>, you must appoint a successor trustee. This is someone who will take over the administration and settlement of your trust <\/a>after your death. This person would also be called upon to serve if you become mentally incapacitated. So many persons are want to know if a successor trustee can still be a beneficiary and if they can change a trust. So here we’ll discover all about the successor trustee and know the processes involved in documenting the form. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The person creating a revocable trust is frequently the trustee of their accounts. In comparison, an irrevocable trust requires that someone else is assigned to this role. When you are no longer able to manage the trust, a successor trustee is waiting in the wings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is the Concept of a Revocable Living Trust?<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

A revocable living trust<\/a>, like a will, is an estate planning tool that specifies how the trust’s creator (Grantor) wishes to distribute specific property after their death. A living trust retains property put in it by the Grantor. The grantor who is the original Trustee initially holds the living trust.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Read also: Living Trust vs Will: Best Option in the US<\/a><\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n

What is a Successor Trustee?<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

A Successor Trustee is a person in charge of managing the trust after the Grantor dies or becomes “Incapacitated”<\/a>. The Grantor’s guidelines for how the trust should be handled are outlined in a document known as the “Declaration of Trust<\/a>“. The Declaration of Trust would also outline the Successor Trustee’s duties and powers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Naming a Successor<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

When selecting a successor, make certain that they are capable of carrying out these responsibilities. Serving as a successor trustee is a huge responsibility, and it’s often a time-consuming one. You should be able to select the right person\u2014or name an institution such as a bank\u2014for the job. It is best to consult with an estate planning attorney.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is also necessary to name one or more “backup” trustees in case your first choice is unable to serve. Don’t name anyone without first speaking with him to ensure he’s willing to accept the position.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Your friend or loved one has formed a revocable living trust and has appointed you as Successor Trustee or Alternative Successor Trustee. We’ve prepared this brief overview to help you understand what this means and to answer some frequently asked questions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What are the Responsibilities of a Successor Trustee?<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The particular duties of a Successor Trustee are determined by the terms of the Declaration of Trust, local law, and whether the Grantor has died or is incapacitated but still alive. The following is a general description of traditional Successor Trustee duties. Please keep in mind, however, that it is usually a good idea to consult with an estate planning attorney to learn exactly what will be needed in your specific case.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is necessary to remember that Successor Trustees are to manage the trust and use their authority for the good of the trust’s beneficiaries. Unless expressly approved by the Declaration of Trust, successor trustees will not act for their own personal gain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Duties of Successor Trustees After the Grantor’s Death<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

If the Grantor dies, the Successor Trustee is generally in charge of winding down the trust by distributing the property it owns in compliance with the Grantor’s orders. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Usually, the Successor Trustee can do the following:<\/p>\n\n\n\n