How do trusts help avoid probate, and what is the role of a pour-over will?

How do trusts help avoid probate, and what is the role of a pour-over will?

• A. A living trust can transfer assets outside probate; a pour-over will directs any remaining assets into a trust at death, ensuring wishes are consistent and streamlined.
• B. A living trust requires probate court approval to transfer assets.
• C. A pour-over will directs assets to the charity only.
• D. A pour-over will overrides the terms of any trust.

Answer: (A)