Jeff Burtka

Attorney · George Mason University Law School

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Group Inheritance: How Does a Class Gift in a Will Work?
An inheritance left to a group of people—like “my children”—is called a “class gift.” Dividing class gifts can be confusing if one class member dies.
Should I Use a Payable on Death (POD) Designation to Avoid Probate?
Payable on death accounts are an inexpensive and simple way to transfer funds after death, but they have drawbacks.
What Are an Executor's Responsibilities to Manage Estate Property?
If you’re appointed executor, how do you keep estate property safe and secure? If there’s a home, for instance, what do you do with it?
Transferring Real Estate Held in a Trust
How do you use a deed to transfer real estate held by a trust? What are the tax and mortgage implications?