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A trust is a crucial component of any estate plan, helping you ensure the proper distribution of your assets even if you become incapacitated or pass away. However, establishing a trust is only the beginning of a comprehensive process. Once you have created your...
When experiencing a major health change, people are more likely to focus on their treatment, recovery and adjustment to their new normal. While it is natural to prioritize health, updating your will is equally important. In general, a will remains valid until you...
Creating an estate plan is a vital step in securing your family's future and safeguarding your assets. Many people in California put off this important task, finding it too complex or uncomfortable to think about end-of-life matters. However, understanding your...
Making medical decisions for a loved one who can’t express their wishes any longer is incredibly difficult. It can cause conflicts among family members with differing opinions about your care and who should decide for you. Specifying your medical care preferences in...
Family relationships can be complex, and sometimes, sadly, they become strained or broken. In these difficult situations, you might consider adjusting your estate plan. Disinheriting a family member is a serious decision that often stems from deep-seated issues or...
The concept of fiduciary duty of loyalty plays a crucial role in estate planning. Whether you are creating an estate plan or a fiduciary in someone else's plan, understanding this principle is essential. Knowing what it means and what it entails may help you carry out...
When drafting a will, appointing an executor can benefit surviving family members and heirs. An executor has a vital role in managing the decedent’s estate, paying off debts and distributing the assets based on what the will says. Most of the time, having someone...
Estate planning isn’t a one-and-done deal. Your plan is something that you should revisit periodically to ensure everything remains in line with your current wishes and circumstances. Reviewing your estate plan involves more than just being sure that you have your...
An individual with property that they hope to leave to others when they die want that legacy to be a positive influence on others. Unfortunately, estates have a tendency to disrupt families and cause major conflicts. The fights that erupt over inheritances can worsen...
An irrevocable trust offers a robust mechanism for safeguarding your assets while simultaneously mitigating federal estate taxes. In this structure, the trust's founder, known as the grantor, designates a beneficiary to receive assets from the trust. When establishing...