Inheritance Protection

Learn how to protect your inheritance from creditors, lawsuits, and family disputes. Discover trust strategies and legal tools to safeguard inherited assets.

How can I protect my inheritance from my spouse's creditors?

Keeping inherited assets separate from marital property is key to protection. This means maintaining separate bank accounts, not commingling inherited funds with joint accounts, and avoiding using inheritance money for shared expenses like mortgage payments. Some people also explore creating trusts to hold inherited assets, which can provide an additional layer of protection from creditors and potential divorce proceedings. The specific protections available depend on your state's laws and how you handle the inherited property.