It all seemed relatively clear for a few months. A recent discovery has all but obliterated that clarity, though, and spawned developments that spell future cloudiness rather than transparency.We spotlight in today’s blog post the continuing drama surrounding...
Bay Area Estate And Tax Planning Law Firm
Month: May 2019
Your parents’ death can change relationships with your siblings
When your parents pass away, odds are you and your siblings will come together at first. Some even see it as a time to bond, as sad as it is.Be warned, though: Your relationships with your siblings can change significantly after your parents are gone. You may not have...
Revisiting comic legend Stan Lee: material update re icon’s estate
Creative individuals like Stan Lee seldom emerge in any business or industry. When they do, they make an impact.We spotlighted Lee in a blog post from last year, noting in our entry dated June 21, 2018 that he was an acknowledged “legendary comic genius.”...
Should you expect estate litigation if you’re a billionaire?
How are you doing on wealth accumulation? Getting nearer the billion-dollar mark yet?We pose that question to readers of our estate planning blog at the Bay Area Law Offices of Connie Yi with a bit of humor intended. At the same time, though, we make no assumptions....
The strong utility of a pour-over will for some planners
Imagine that you – a proactive and careful California planner – take steps to ensure your active control of assets during your lifetime. Moreover, your close collaboration with a proven estate planning attorney also ensures that your property will be...