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Creating a living trust in Minnesota is finalized when you sign the trust document in front of a notary public and then transfer assets into the name of the trust to finalize the process. A living trust can offer benefits and flexibility that may be an important part of your estate plan.

Three documents must be recorded for every conveyance from a trustee of a trust: (a) Original trust instrument or Certificate of Trust made and executed in ance with Minn. Stat. §501C. 1013; (b) Trustee's deed; and (c) Affidavit of Trustee made in ance with Minn.

The cost of setting up a trust in Minnesota varies depending on the complexity of the trust and the attorney's fees. A basic Revocable Living Trust generally ranges from $1,000 to $3,000. More complex trusts can cost several thousand dollars more.

The trust must be amended by all parties if the trust has been funded by more than one person and it is community property that makes up the trust. If the property is funded solely by one party, they may amend the trust by themselves. The trustee must notify any party not privy to the amendment of the trust document.

You can create a trust document yourself, but it's recommended to work with an attorney who has experience in estate planning to ensure that your trust document is legally valid and meets your needs.

Modification or Termination By Consent If the settlor (creator) of a trust and all beneficiaries agree, the probate court may grant termination or modification of a noncharitable irrevocable trust. Modification by consent can be granted even if it is inconsistent with a material purpose of the trust.