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If you’re interested in planning for the future, it’s best to find an experienced estate planning attorney who can help. These types of attorneys specialize in wills, trusts, and other areas of estate planning. Here’s how to find a lawyer for wills and estates. How to Find a Lawyer for Wills and Estates Planning for […]
If you’re interested in planning for the future, you may want to consider setting up a living trust. This process can quickly become complicated, so we thought we would provide some help. Here’s how to make a living trust in California. How to Make a Living Trust in California Living trusts serve a very important […]
A power of attorney (POA) is a document that allows a person to manage your affairs if you become unable to do so. If you believe you may need to get a power of attorney, it’s important to understand the different types available as well as how to get one successfully. Here’s how to get […]
Finding an estate attorney you can trust can be difficult if you’re not sure where to look. Fortunately, there are a few things that will help you understand how to find an estate attorney quickly. Here’s how to find an estate attorney, Los Angeles. How to Find an Estate Attorney Few people enjoy thinking about […]
If you’re thinking about planning for the future, you may be interested in finding an estate planning attorney in Los Angeles for help. It’s not always clear how to find the right attorney, so here’s a guide for your legal needs. How to Find an Estate Planning Attorney No one likes to think about what […]
If you inherit money in the event of someone’s death, you may have to pay inheritance tax depending on where you live. There are only six states that require an inheritance tax. So … does California have an inheritance tax?
Taking the time to create a will or trust is important to the future of your family. It ensures your estate is distributed to the right people in the event of your death. In this article, you will discover what happens if you die without a will in California. What Happens If You Die Without […]
A special needs trust will allow you to set aside money for the future care of a loved one with a disability while protecting their eligibility to receive benefits from the U.S. government. In this article, you will learn how to set up a special needs trust, California How to Set Up a Special Needs […]
What is an estate plan and why is it important? These 10 reasons will help you better understand your estate planning needs. There is a common misconception that estate planning is only for the wealthy. It is true that higher income earners benefit from the tax advantages of estate planning along with other financial products […]
Let’s start with an obvious question” What is probate? It’s really a “final accounting” after someone dies. If the person dies leaving behind a will, it is the process of “proving up” that will and transferring the person’s assets to his or her living heirs. This is the most common type of probate. If the […]