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Honoring Veterans: Estate Planning Considerations for Memorial Day


On Memorial Day, we come together to celebrate and honor the sacrifices made by veterans in defending our country. It is a day of reflection and gratitude for the service…

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Probate Fees and Costs: Understanding the Financial Implications


Losing a loved one is undoubtedly a difficult experience, and the last thing you want is to burden your family with additional financial stress. Unfortunately, if you pass away unexpectedly…

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Understanding Special Needs Trusts: What Families Should Consider


Families with special needs individuals should take extra measures during the estate planning process to ensure that their special needs family members will be cared for after the responsible party’s…

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Where Should I Store My Estate Planning Documents?


Your estate plan is finished, congratulations! Now, what do you do? Where do you store the documents? Whom do you tell about the plans? Read on more to find out…

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The Majority of Americans Don’t Have a Will, Do You?


How much time will you let pass before you finalize your will? Each day that passes is a day that you are leaving yourself and your family unprepared. The unfortunate…

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Can I Completely Avoid the Probate Process?


You work your whole life to provide your family with a healthy, comfortable life. After you die, the last thing you want is for your assets to be tied up…

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Why Does Probate Take So Long in California?


In California, probate can last as little as nine months. But most of the time, your estate can be tied up in probate for years. What takes so long? And…

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Don’t Press Your Luck: Have Your Estate Plan in Order


With St. Patrick’s Day coming up, you may be feeling lucky! You’re alive, healthy, and ready to take on the world. While all of that may be true, that does…

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Estate Planning for Parents with Adult Children


When you are ready to get your affairs in order, you may want to involve your adult children. Many people appoint their adult children as executors on a will or…

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Why Does Probate Court Cost So Much in California?


If you pass away and have not properly prepared with an estate plan, your assets will fall into probate before they can be distributed to your loved ones. In many…

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Celebrate Love by Creating an Estate Plan for the Family


February is the month of love! Valentine’s Day includes thinking about all the people in your life that mean the world to you. It’s hard to think about your own…

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5 Major Estate Planning Mistakes You Could Be Making Right Now


Estate planning is always best done with a professional because so many pieces come into play that you may need to consider. A legal team well-versed in estate planning, including…

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