August 9, 2019
What is Probate?
After you pass away, probate becomes a standard procedure for your loved ones, unless you have previously taken steps to avoid it. Probate is the court process by which assets…
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July 25, 2019
Do You Need a Financial Power of Attorney as Part of Your Estate Plan?
While many people are aware of the importance of a power of attorney (POA) for healthcare, it is easy to overlook having a similar power of attorney for financial decisions….
July 25, 2019
A Few Common Mistakes in Do-It-Yourself (DIY) Estate Planning
There are many DIY estate planning tools and forms available for a small fee, and the companies that offer them will let you believe it is simple to draft your…
June 26, 2019
Moving to California: Understand the Estate Planning Rules
If you are one of the many people who move to California each year, you may not be aware of some of the distinct estate planning rules which may be…
June 8, 2019
Should You Incorporate Your Business?
Forming a corporation is one of the business structures that you might be considering, and while many people think that incorporation is only for large companies it can also be…
May 21, 2019
Cryptocurrency and Estate Planning: How to Pass on Your Digital Assets
As more people begin to hold cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin for investment or as a store of wealth, it raises an important question for estate planning purposes. The unique way…
May 7, 2019
What Happens to Your Debts After Death?
One of the issues that heirs to an estate may face is how to deal with any outstanding debts, and who is responsible for payment. If you are creating your…
April 16, 2019
Your Choices When It Comes to Business Planning
If you are starting a new business or have a current business that is growing or adding ownership interests, then you may be concerned about which business structure that you…
April 16, 2019
How to Choose the Right Charity for Estate Planning Gifts
As you prepare your estate plan, you may be considering making a gift to a charity. This is an excellent way to leave a legacy with your resources, but there…
March 18, 2019
Estate Planning Considerations for Non-US Citizen Family Members
Immigration laws and policy in the US are in the news almost daily, and with a diverse, multi-cultural population there are many families that have non-US citizen spouses or children….
March 11, 2019
Verifying Your Intentions: Why an Estate Planning Attorney is Needed to Make Sure Your Wishes are Carried Out
Most people who are thinking about making a will or trust assume that they only thing that an estate planning attorney does is draft the documents. But, this is far…
February 19, 2019
What is the Difference Between Estate Planning and Financial Planning?
It is easy to confuse the two distinct fields of estate planning and financial planning, especially since they do relate to each other and seem similar in some respects. It…
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