Is It Worth Setting Up a Family Trust?
A family trust entails a lot, yet provides many benefits for the future. The more you understand, the easier it is to decide if this is right for you and your loved ones. Read further now.
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Per Stirpes vs Per Capita in Estate Planning: What’s the Difference?
Estate planning can be tricky, especially when it comes to learning about per stirpes vs per capita. What’s the difference you may ask? Read further for all the details.
The Benefits of Using a Spendthrift Trust
Estate planning is important and should be taken care of right away. Yet, there are a lot of different options available to you such as a spendthrift trust. What is it exactly? Find out more here about the benefits.
Testamentary Trust vs Living Trust: What’s the Difference?
Will a testamentary trust or a living trust be best for your situation? If you find yourself wondering the answer to this question, then hiring an attorney should be your next step to protect your family and protect your assets. Read for further details.
How to Remove Someone From a Life Estate
How to remove someone from a life estate is a tricky question to answer because there are many factors to consider. It first helps to better understand life estates and how they exactly work. Read more for details.
Conservatorship in California: What to Know
Learning about conservatorship in California may be necessary as time moves, we all get older, and care needs become a higher priority. As a conservator or a conservatee, it always helps to have the basic knowledge. Read further on for the important details.
How to Avoid Probate in California
How to avoid probate in California is fairly simple, yet it’s smart to think ahead and properly plan for the future. There are many options available and we’ve discussed them in detail. Read further to find out which option is best for you.
The Most Common Types of Trusts to Understand
If you’re just beginning to plan your estate or are confused about the different types of trusts out there, then here is your guide to better understand make the best decision for you or someone else. Learn more here now.
What Are the Grounds For Contesting a Will?
Wills can be complicated and stressful, especially when it comes to contesting a will. If you’re hoping to find more information about this process and be well prepared before taking action, then you’ve come to the right place. Read further for all the details.
4 Estate Planning Documents Every Family Should Have
When you feel it’s time to look over estate planning documents, do you know which documents best protect your assets and loved ones? The planning can be a bit overwhelming, especially with it dealing with life after death. But now you don’t need to worry. Here is everything about the 4 essential documents in estate […]