When you are diving into the estate planning process, you may be confronted with a lot of unfamiliar terminology. This can make estate planning feel like a headache, rather than a helpful tool to allow you to properly plan for your future. One of the most important...
Estate planning can be a complex process. While many people wrongly assume that they only need a will, there are other measures you can take to ensure the welfare of your family and have your assets distributed according to your wishes. As part of your estate planning...
California regulates certain aspects of a probate sale when it comes to the sale of real estate property. This includes how the property is sold, what it is priced at, and even how quickly it must be sold. The terms of these transactions are heavily regulated in the...
While you may think that living trusts are only for the elderly or the wealthy, they are a powerful estate planning tool for many different people. While every aspect of estate planning comes with pros and cons, it is important to understand the possible disadvantages...
A trust is one of the most important estate planning documents. With so many different types of trusts to choose from, it can be difficult to determine which one is right for you and your needs. Some of the most common types of trusts are broken down in this guide. ...
Estate planning documents are some of the most important documents that you will have within your lifetime. While you may feel like estate planning is only reserved for the elderly, estate planning can be beneficial at many different stages in a person’s life....
While planning for your financial and legal future is essential, it can often be overwhelming. To make matters worse, language barriers can further cause disastrous issues that may even impact how your final wishes are conveyed. However, having a Spanish-speaking...
According to the 2020 U.S. Census, around 36 million people are living alone. Among the adults that are aged 60 or above, around 27% are living alone. While this may come as a surprise to some, there are many benefits to living alone and many have chosen this...
When someone passes away and leaves behind their assets in a trust, it is the responsibility of the trustee to follow the terms presented in that trust. However, there are many laws and restrictions that govern the trustee. This results in the fiduciary duty to...
When it comes to estate planning, a trust provides creators with unique advantages and can help ensure that the creator’s final wishes are carried out how they see fit. While the formation of a trust, as well as overseeing a trust, might sound straightforward, it is...