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.

Credentials

Lead Estate Law Reviewer

20+ yearsTrust AdministrationEstate Planning

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Articles reviewed by Brianna Santos

How to File a Trust: Draft, Execute, and FundWill Writing Lawyers: What They Do and When You Need OneWhat Are the Settlement Options for Life Insurance?Do You Have to Pay Taxes on a House You Inherit?Why Would I Need a Power of Attorney? Key ReasonsWho Is the Fiduciary of an Estate: Roles and DutiesHow to Choose a Power of Attorney: Types and AgentsWill vs. Living Will: What's the Difference?How Do You Gift Money? Tax Rules and ExclusionsHow to Write Your Own Will: Draft, Sign, and Store ItWhat Is Fiduciary Accounting and When Is It Required?How to Manage an Irrevocable Trust: Trustee DutiesHow to Pay for Elder Care: Medicaid, VA & InsuranceHow to Find Out If a Will Has Been Probated OnlineDo I Need an Irrevocable Trust? Benefits and RisksHow Much Money Can You Send Abroad Without Tax?What Is the Executor of a Trust? Duties and DifferencesWho Will Notarize a Will? Where to Go and What to BringWhat Is Considered a Small Estate? Limits by StateWhat Does a Living Will Mean? Definition and UsesWhat Is a UDT? Declaration of Trust ExplainedHow to Claim Life Insurance After Death: Steps and TimelinesDo You Have to Go Through Probate: Rules and ExceptionsIs Face Amount the Same as Death Benefit? Not AlwaysWho Can Make a Will? Age, Capacity, and StepsCan an Executor Contest a Will: Grounds and StandingWhat Describes a Level Term Policy: Premiums and CoverageWhat Is a Probate Document? Types and RequirementsHow to Close a Bank Account When Someone Dies: Key StepsWhere to Get a Trust Done: Attorneys, Online & More