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Commonly Asked Questions about Colorado Estate Planning

Does Colorado beneficiary deed avoid probate?

Beneficiary deeds enable real property owners in Colorado to transfer their property to a designated beneficiary upon death without having to go through probate, which may help save time and money in the administration of the estate.

What amount triggers probate in Colorado?

Assets subject to probate in Colorado include real estate titled only in the name of the person who died, or other assets they owned if the total combined value is $64,000.00 or more. Someone who dies may have only non-probate assets.

How do you get around probate?

A revocable trust allows you to maintain control of your property during your life, and decide how the property is distributed after death, without needing to go through probate court. Your trust can include your home and any other assets you have, making it a comprehensive solution for your entire estate.

How much does estate planning cost in Colorado?

The cost of creating a will in Colorado can range from roughly $350 to $850. A Colorado trust typically costs anywhere between $1,200 and $2,900. At Snug, any member can create a Power of Attorney and Health Care Directive for free. A Will costs $195 and a Trust costs $500.

Can probate be avoided in Colorado?

For these reasons, many people seek strategies to avoid probate. In Colorado, there are several legal methods available that can help you bypass the probate process, including creating a living trust, owning property jointly, designating beneficiaries and filing a small estate affidavit.

How to avoid probate in Colorado?

In Colorado, you can make a living trust to avoid probate for virtually any asset you ownreal estate, bank accounts, vehicles, and so on. You need to create a trust document (its similar to a will), naming someone to take over as trustee after your death (called a successor trustee).

Do I need a will or trust in Colorado?

Trusts are used to avoid paying estate taxes in some situations. But more often, trusts are used to control how money will be distributed out to minor children or children with drug and/or alcohol abuse problems. If you do not have minor children, a will may be all you need.

Should I put my house in a trust Colorado?

If you own titled assets and want your loved ones (spouse, children or parents) to avoid court interference at your death or incapacity, consider a living trust. You may also want to encourage other family members to have one so you wont have to deal with the courts if they are incapacitated or when they die.