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If you name yourself trustee, you'll need someone to serve as the successor trustee for when you die. This will be the person to distribute your property after you've died, so make sure you trust the person. Create the trust document: You can do it yourself with an online program or get the help of a professional.

To create a valid trust under Colorado law, the settlor must express an intent to create a trust and have adequate capacity (measured under the same standard applying to wills). Alternatively, a valid trust can be created through authorization provided under a statute, judgment, or decree.

To make a living trust in Colorado, you: Choose whether to make an individual or shared trust. Decide what property to include in the trust. Choose a successor trustee. Decide who will be the trust's beneficiaries?that is, who will get the trust property. Create the trust document.

A notary is not required in order for the trust agreement to be valid, although a preferred method to ensure the validity of the document in the event of a challenge.

4 essential estate planning documents A will distributes assets upon death. A power of attorney manages finances. Advance care directives manage your health. A living trust is an alternative to a last will.

Steps to Create a Will in Colorado Decide what property to include in your will. Decide who will inherit your property. Choose an executor to handle your estate. Choose a guardian for your children. Choose someone to manage children's property. Make your will. Sign your will in front of witnesses.