Estate Law Reviewer

Brianna Santos

Brianna Santos is a seasoned estate law expert with over two decades of experience in reviewing and overseeing complex estate plans. She has a strong background in taxation and trust administration, making her a trusted authority in her field. As a lead reviewer, she ensures the accuracy and relevance of estate law content.

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Lead Estate Law Reviewer

20+ yearsTrust AdministrationEstate Planning

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Articles reviewed by Brianna Santos

What Is a Death Will and How Does It Work?How to Report Gifts on Your Tax Return: Form 709Can You Use an Inherited IRA to Buy a House?How Do I Avoid Tax on Life Insurance Proceeds?How to Do Your Own Will Online Without a LawyerHow to Protect Your IRA From Nursing Home CostsHow to File Form 709: Deadlines, Schedules & RulesDoes Term Life Insurance Pay Out? When and Why NotHow to Create a Trust: Drafting, Signing, and FundingCan You Have Too Much Life Insurance? Costs and Tax RisksWhat Is Probate: Process, Costs, and TimelineWhat Is a K-1 Tax Form for Estates and Trusts?What Is a Private Annuity: How It Works and Tax RulesWho Can and Cannot Be an Executor of an EstateHow Does Per Stirpes Work in Estate Planning?Do Banks Do Wills? What They Can and Can't DoHow to Create a Will: Requirements, Types, and CostsHow Is Term Life Insurance Paid Out to Beneficiaries?What Does “To the Estate Of” Mean After Death?How Does Probate Work? Steps, Costs, and DistributionHow Much Does a Living Trust Cost in NJ: Fees & TaxesHow Long Does It Take to Get a 401k Inheritance?Where Can I Find Free Power of Attorney Forms?What Is Inheritance Tax UK: Thresholds, Rules and AllowancesWho Does Wills and Trusts? Your Options ExplainedCan I Gift $100K to My Son? Gift Tax Rules ExplainedHow Does Life Insurance Work After Death: Claims and PayoutsCan I Transfer My 401(k) to My Child: Rules and OptionsWhat Is a Letter of Testamentary and Why You Need ItCan a Roth IRA Be in a Trust? Beneficiary Rules