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Furry Heirs: The Rising Trend of Pet Trusts and Bequeathments

BankingPlus | Lifestyle
October 4th, 2024

Pet inheritance is no longer just a quirky idea for the ultra-wealthy but a growing trend, as more people look to secure their animals’ futures. 

Animals themselves cannot legally inherit money, but pet trusts are becoming a popular method for ensuring the care and maintenance of pets after their owners pass away. Across the U.S., all 50 states now recognize some form of a pet trust, highlighting a shift in how legal systems accommodate animals’ well-being. 

As more people recognize the need to provide for their pets in their estate planning, pet trusts are becoming a standard part of ensuring animals’ care after their owners pass away. 

Madeline Fitzgerald, writing for online business publication Quartz, dug into the details of this form of financial planning…