Depending on your specific situation, there are three ways to get a copy of a trust. First, you can request a copy through one of the beneficiary's of the trust. The second option is to write a formal demand letter to the trustee requesting a copy. The final solution is to file a petition in probate court requesting a copy of the trust.
Contact the Attorney or whomever Legally drew up the Trust. * The attorney will not give out such information. If the trustee refuses to supply the beneficiaries with a copy of the trust or the information that is sought, the interested party will need to petition the probate court for a copy of the document.
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Yes. You should be able to review the trust. You can also ask for a regular accounting so that you can monitor the trustee's management of the trust property. If the trustee refuses you can file a motion in a court of equity to compel an inventory and accounting. You should consult with an attorney who can review your situation and explain your options.
It depends on the lender. Generally, as long as the trust is valid and the borrower provides a copy of the trust, and an affidavit by the trustee that the trust is in effect and they are the current trustee, the mortgage can be executed. A properly drafted mortgage from a trust would be executed in the name of the trustee as trustee of the trust.It depends on the lender. Generally, as long as the trust is valid and the borrower provides a copy of the trust, and an affidavit by the trustee that the trust is in effect and they are the current trustee, the mortgage can be executed. A properly drafted mortgage from a trust would be executed in the name of the trustee as trustee of the trust.It depends on the lender. Generally, as long as the trust is valid and the borrower provides a copy of the trust, and an affidavit by the trustee that the trust is in effect and they are the current trustee, the mortgage can be executed. A properly drafted mortgage from a trust would be executed in the name of the trustee as trustee of the trust.It depends on the lender. Generally, as long as the trust is valid and the borrower provides a copy of the trust, and an affidavit by the trustee that the trust is in effect and they are the current trustee, the mortgage can be executed. A properly drafted mortgage from a trust would be executed in the name of the trustee as trustee of the trust.
You have standing as a beneficiary and should have a copy of the trust. You have an equitable interest in the trust property and the trustee is responsible while he is in charge. If you suspect that the trustee is borrowing against the trust, take him to court. If he is not performing his duties according to law the court will remove him as trustee.As a fiduciary the trustee is bound to do nothing that compromises anyone's rights under the trust. As a fiduciary the trustee has the obligation to grow the assets of the trust rather than waste them. If the trustee is making unsecured, no-interest loans to himself he is not making prudent decisions on behalf of the trust and is acting in conflict with the rights of the beneficiaries.Not providing a copy of the trust to the primary beneficary is illegal in some areas and can be cause for removal of the trustee, and in some cases for termination of the trust.
You cannot get access to a trust fund. A trust is managed by a trustee and the trustee is the only person with the authority to access the trust property. The trustee must manage the trust according to the provisions set forth in the trust document. If you are a beneficiary of the trust you should ask the trustee for a copy so that you can review the terms.
To find a copy of a trust, you should contact the trustee, executor, or attorney who manages the trust. They should have a copy on file and can provide you with a copy upon request. If you are a beneficiary of the trust, you may also be entitled to a copy of the trust document.
You must review the document that created the trust. Every trust is managed under the provisions set forth in the trust document and that includes the powers of the trustee. You should ask for a copy of the trust and read the provisions.You must review the document that created the trust. Every trust is managed under the provisions set forth in the trust document and that includes the powers of the trustee. You should ask for a copy of the trust and read the provisions.You must review the document that created the trust. Every trust is managed under the provisions set forth in the trust document and that includes the powers of the trustee. You should ask for a copy of the trust and read the provisions.You must review the document that created the trust. Every trust is managed under the provisions set forth in the trust document and that includes the powers of the trustee. You should ask for a copy of the trust and read the provisions.
The trustee should be required to file an account every year that can be reviewed by the beneficiaries of the trust. They have an interest in both the trust property and that the trustee not waste, misuse or steal any of the trust assets. If the trustee is being secretive then the trust should be reviewed for any provision that address the removal of the trustee and the appointment of a successor. If there are no such provisions IN the trust document, a petition should be brought to a court of equity. A judge can appoint a new trustee. Any trustee who refuses to be accountable to the beneficiaries is not "trustworthy".
Generally, yes. The purpose of a trust is to transfer title to the property to the trustee. The trustee manages the property according to the provisions in the trust. The beneficiaries do not "have access" to the trust property only the proceeds therefrom as set forth in the trust instrument. Any and all powers and obligations the trustee has should be explained in the trust instrument. You should obtain a copy to help you understand what they trustee can do and what your rights are as a beneficiary. If you think the trustee is acting in conflict with the trust you could contact an attorney in your area for advice and options available to you.
There should always be provisions that the trustee must provide periodic accountings to the trustor and the beneficiaries. There should be at least annual accountings where the trustee must account for every cent coming into the trust and every cent going out. If the trustee refuses then you should petition the court to compel the trustee to provide an accounting ASAP.
The assets in an irrevocable trust are legally owned by the trust itself, not by any individual. The trustee is responsible for managing the trust assets for the benefit of the trust beneficiaries as outlined in the trust agreement.