Probate
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…
Read MoreChoosing Between a Revocable Trust and a Will
We have the pleasure of welcoming Candice Blair, a real estate agent from Coldwell Banker Realty.
Read MoreLegacy Letters
We have the pleasure of welcoming Candice Blair, a real estate agent from Coldwell Banker Realty.
Read MoreAvoiding Probate Litigation Through Proper Estate Planning
Estate planning attorney Jennifer Elliott and probate litigation attorney Matt Stein discuss the importance of strategic planning and the creation of an estate plan to minimize the risk of probate litigation.
Read MoreEstate Planning & Real Estate Pitfalls | Podcast & YouTube
We have the pleasure of welcoming Candice Blair, a real estate agent from Coldwell Banker Realty.
Read MoreEstate Planning 101 | Podcast & YouTube
Jennifer Elliott and guest Michelle Lepich discuss the importance of having a trust, the process and expenses involved in probate court compared to estate planning.
Read MoreARE 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.
Read MoreESTATE 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.
Read MoreESTATE PLANNING TIPS FOR YOUR PETS
Worried about who will take care of your beloved pets when you‘re not around? Make a pet estate plan to ensure a good life for your pets as you would do for your own children.
Read More5 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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