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Learn what a limitation of liability clause is, how it caps risk in contracts, common caveats to watch out for, and tips for negotiating fair limits — explained plainly.
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Read Guide →Learn how and when trust distributions work, common conditions or triggers, mandatory vs discretionary distributions, and the rules trustees must follow — explained simply.
Read Guide →Automatic renewals can bind you into unwanted terms. Learn how renewal traps work in contracts, what to look for, and how to protect yourself — explained simply.
Read Guide →Learn the most common types of property deeds—warranty, quitclaim, grant, and more—and understand what protections (or risks) each offers in plain language.
Read Guide →Learn what happens when a beneficiary dies before receiving their inheritance—how anti‑lapse rules, contingent beneficiaries, “per stirpes” distribution, and trust terms affect who gets the share.
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