California Probate Fees: A Guide for Executors and Heirs 

Probate can often feel like a complicated and overwhelming topic. But if you’ve recently lost a loved one or have been named the executor of an estate, understanding probate—especially probate fees—is an essential part of the process. How much does probate cost in California? And who is responsible for paying these fees? This guide will…

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ARE YOU ORGANIZED FOR THE NEW YEAR?

The most common phrase I hear is, “I need to do estate planning. I just haven’t gotten around to it.” Whether you are creating your estate plan for the first time or your current plan needs a review, you now have a round “TUIT.” With the end of the year upon us, this is the right time to get organized for 2018.

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ESTATE PLANNING ‘HOW-TO’ FOR YOUR DIGITAL ASSETS

There is no federal law regulating access to digital properties as of now: however, many states have established estate planning laws or legislation for protecting the digital assets of people when they die. In California, the law named “the Uniform Fiduciary Access to Digital Assets Act” is active since January 1st, 2017.

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5 GREAT TRAITS OF AN ESTATE PLANNING ATTORNEY

An estate planning attorney must have several positive attributes. For many people, their estate is relatively simple with the majority of their assets going to family members. If you have a large estate, the complexities may make it more difficult to plan effectively on your own.

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