The Law Offices of Jeffrey G. Marsocci, PLLC

08/16/2026

Thin trust or thick trust... which one do you have?

A “thin” trust may leave important questions unanswered, allowing default state laws to fill in the gaps. A “thick” trust takes a different approach by anticipating those questions and putting more detailed instructions directly into the document.

The goal isn’t simply to have more pages. It’s to make sure your trustee has clear instructions when important decisions need to be made.

So ask yourself: Who do you want writing the rules for your trust... you or the government?

▶️ Watch the full video to understand the difference between a thin and thick trust and why the details matter.
https://youtu.be/by5ZZvj1OlU

Learn more at https://freetrustcourse.com/

08/16/2026

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08/15/2026

PODCAST: Does a longer trust mean you’re overcomplicating your estate plan? 🤔

Not necessarily. In estate planning, it’s not about how short or long your trust is, it’s about what it actually says and what it leaves up to state law.

In this podcast episode, learn the difference between a “thin trust” and a “thick trust” and why the details can matter for your trustee, beneficiaries, and family.

We’ll cover trustee powers, special needs, mortgages, investments, changes in the law, and more.

🎧 Listen to the full episode to learn why a longer trust isn’t necessarily a bad thing and how the right details can provide greater clarity for your loved ones.

https://plainenglishattorney.podbean.com/e/thick-vs-thin-trusts/?token=14d6833cdffe0714f48fce21ae9239a5

08/14/2026

📜 Is the government helping write your trust?

You may have a carefully prepared revocable living trust, but what happens when your document doesn’t specifically address an important issue?

In those gaps, state law may step in and determine how certain matters are handled, meaning the rules affecting your estate may not be entirely the ones you chose.

Your trust should clearly reflect your wishes and intentions.

▶️ Watch the full video to learn how state law can fill the gaps in your trust and why the details of your estate plan matter.
https://youtu.be/by5ZZvj1OlU

For more information on properly designing a revocable living trust, visit https://freetrustcourse.com/

08/14/2026

I always enjoy seeing how different gyms are laid out and designed. It’s interesting to see how each space has its own setup and feel.

Here’s a photo outside a gym in Hyannis, Massachusetts, from a recent trip.📍

Always fun to check out different places along the way!

08/13/2026

Is a shorter revocable living trust always better? 🤔

Not necessarily. The real question is not how long your trust is, it’s what it says and what it leaves up to state law.

In this video, I explain the difference between a “thin trust” and a more detailed “thick trust,” and why those details can matter for your trustee, beneficiaries, and family.

We’ll cover trustee powers, special needs, mortgages, investments, changes in the law, and more.

👉 Watch the full video to learn why a longer trust isn’t necessarily a bad thing and why the right details can provide greater clarity for your family.

https://youtu.be/by5ZZvj1OlU

Is a shorter revocable living trust really better?In this video, ...

08/12/2026

What may seem like a quick solution could create Medicaid penalties, tax issues, exposure to creditors or lawsuits, and even family conflicts.

Medicaid planning isn’t simply about moving assets out of your name. Timing, your assets, health circumstances, care needs, family situation, and legal documents can all matter.

🏠 A deed is not a plan. A transfer is not a strategy.

▶️ Watch the full video to learn why rushing to give away your home could create more problems than it solves and what to consider before making a major decision.
https://youtu.be/y_wCwk4wMNY

For more free information on Medicaid and long-term care planning, visit https://freemedicaidcourse.com/

08/11/2026

A revocable trust can be valuable for avoiding probate and managing asset but it generally does not provide the same protection as a Medicaid asset protection trust.

I explain the difference and also explain why understanding the purpose of your trust matters when planning for long-term care.

▶️ Watch the full video to learn what your trust can and cannot protect.

https://youtu.be/y_wCwk4wMNY

For more information on Medicaid and long-term care planning, visit https://freemedicaidcourse.com/

08/11/2026

It’s always great to give back to the community, and I put just as much heart into my volunteer work as I do into estate planning and Medicaid planning.

Here I am serving as the MC for the 11th Annual Triangle YP Civitan Club Cornament fundraiser benefiting Special Olympics, alongside my friend Abir. It was a great time for an even better cause!

Grateful to be part of it and to help support such a great organization.

📸 Photo credit: Abby Sykes