Estate Law Author

Caroline Foster

Caroline Foster is an experienced estate law attorney with a focus on estate planning and trust administration. She has helped numerous clients navigate complex estate planning issues and has a deep understanding of tax implications.

Credentials

J.D., Harvard University, LL.M. in Taxation

10+ yearsEstate PlanningTrust Administration

Articles by Caroline Foster

How Much Does It Cost to Create a Will?Will vs. Trust: Which Is Better for Your Estate?What Is a Letter of Last Instruction?How to Cancel a Will and What Happens When You Do Do You Have to Bury Ashes After Cremation?Why Is a Living Trust Better Than a Will?Who Really Inherited Rock Hudson's Estate?Can You Rent a House That Is in an Irrevocable Trust?What Are the Duties and Responsibilities of a Trustee?When Is It Worth It to Set Up a Trust?How to Fill Out an Affidavit of Surviving Spouse Who Pays for Cremation When There's No Money?When You Need a Living Trust and When You Don't At What Age Should You Create a Will?How Long Does Medicaid Have to File a Claim Against an Estate?What States Allow Handwritten Wills?Are Next of Kin Responsible for Care Home Fees?What Does Intestate Mean in Real Estate?A Checklist of Things to Take Care of When Someone Dies What Are the 7 Steps in the Estate Planning Process?What Documents Should an Elderly Person Have in Place?How Much Does a Guardianship Bond Cost?How Long Can a Probate Case Stay Open?The Most Important Thing for a Power of Attorney to Know What Are the Negatives of a Trust vs. a Will?What Is a Secret Trust and How Does It Work?How to Avoid MassHealth Estate Recovery How to Find Out if a Will Exists for Free Online?What Is the Difference Between a Will and a Trust?Can a Trust Claim Lottery Winnings in NY?