California residents are usually over the moon about becoming parents, and excited about all that goes into it. A less talked about step to becoming a parent is creating an estate plan to ensure your child is cared for should the worst happen. Have living documents...
Blended families in Roseville, California, can take thoughtful steps to ensure that each child in their family, either biological or through marriage, is protected. Factors like nominating guardians, planning each inheritance, and selecting an executor must be...
California estate planning is a critical component of an overall financial plan. Talking about estate planning can be a sensitive and difficult conversation with your parents. However, discussing the details can ensure that your parents' plan best reflects their...
One of the most important aspects of estate planning in California is protecting assets for future generations. Since the owner of the assets won't be around to ensure that their estate is administered according to their wishes, finding the right executor is...
End-of-life planning in California is a multi-faceted issue that involves legal, financial, emotional, and practical considerations. It is important to plan ahead so that your family will have an easier time dealing with difficult decisions during an already...
Most people in California think that it's enough to have a will. However, wills only formalize your final wishes. Adding a trust to your estate plan can result in significant protections for your heirs. What is a trust? A trust is a legal entity that's created in...
When California residents pass away without a valid will, they are said to have "died intestate." This lengthens and often complicates the process of settling an estate. Appointing an administrator When someone writes a will, they designate an executor. The role of...
Special needs trusts allow you the option of providing loved ones with additional funds without causing them to lose their benefits from the government. This can help them pay for the increasing cost of living in California, without making them worry about losing...
Choosing an attorney-in-fact in California can impact the experience that you have in the last months or years of your life, and it can have an impact on the experiences of your children and other family members. If you're unsure of how to undergo the process, there...
All California residents should plan for their futures. Estate planning is one of the best ways to do that. Documents that address the possibility of incapacity should be included in your estate plan. Explaining incapacity planning Although many people are living...