Revocable Trusts.
Protect Your Family. Avoid Probate. Stay in Control.
A Smarter Way to Pass Down What You’ve Built—Without the Court System
If you’ve worked hard to build a home, savings, or a legacy for your family, the last thing you want is for it to be tied up in probate court. A Revocable Living Trust allows you to stay in full control of your assets during your lifetime—while creating a clear, private plan for what happens next.
At Mackintosh Law, PLLC, we help North Carolina families use revocable trusts to reduce stress, avoid delays, and protect loved ones when it matters most.
The Problem Most Families Don’t See Coming
Many people assume a will is enough. Unfortunately, in North Carolina, a will alone does not avoid probate.
That means:
Court involvement after death
Delays before loved ones can access assets
Public records anyone can view
Additional costs and administrative headaches
For families who value privacy, efficiency, and peace of mind, probate often comes as an unwelcome surprise.
A Revocable Trust Gives You a Better Way Forward
A Revocable Living Trust is a legal agreement that allows you to:
Hold title to your assets during your lifetime
Change or update your plan as life evolves
Appoint trusted decision-makers
Transfer assets to loved ones without probate
You remain fully in control while you’re alive and well. Nothing is locked in. Nothing is lost.
How a Revocable Trust Works (Plain English)
You create the trust and name yourself as trustee
Your assets are transferred into the trust (we guide this process)
You keep full control—buy, sell, spend, or change anything
If you become incapacitated, your chosen successor steps in
After death, assets pass privately to beneficiaries—no probate court
Who a Revocable Trust Is Ideal For
A revocable trust is often a good fit if you:
Own a home or real estate
Want to avoid probate for your family
Value privacy
Have minor children or blended family dynamics
Want clear instructions if you become incapacitated
Prefer an organized, court-free transition for loved ones
Even families with “simple” estates often benefit more than they expect.
What a Revocable Trust Can (and Can’t) Do
✔ What It Does Well
Avoids North Carolina probate
Provides continuity if you become incapacitated
Keeps your affairs private
Allows flexible updates over time
Simplifies administration for loved ones
✘ What It Does Not Do
It does not protect assets from nursing home or long-term care costs
It does not reduce income or estate taxes by itself
It does not replace the need for powers of attorney or health care documents
(Those pieces are thoughtfully coordinated into your full estate plan.)
Our Approach: Clear, Calm, and Customized.
We don’t believe in one-size-fits-all trusts or rushed decisions.
When we create a revocable trust for your family, we:
Listen first
Explain options in plain English
Design the trust around your real life—not legal theory
Coordinate beneficiary designations and deeds
Provide clear funding instructions
Stay available as life changes
Our goal is simple: family peace of mind.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Yes. A simple “pour-over” will works with your trust to catch anything left outside it.
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Absolutely. You can amend or revoke your trust at any time while you’re competent.
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Yes—when properly funded. Funding is critical, and we guide you through it.
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No. Many middle-class families benefit the most—especially homeowners.
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No. If long-term care planning is a concern, we’ll discuss elder law strategies separately.
Take the First Step Toward Peace of Mind
A revocable trust isn’t about complexity—it’s about clarity.
If you want to:
Protect your family from probate stress
Keep control during your lifetime
Create a plan that works when it’s needed most
We’re here to help.
Schedule a consultation with Mackintosh Law, PLLC
📞 (919) 336-4219