Why you should have a will written right now
Having a will ensures that your assets are appropriately divided. Dying without a leaves your assets in the hands of the local court. You shouldn’t wait to write your will if yo
Do your loved ones really want your timeshare property?
Timeshare properties are often listed among the worst possible assets a person could inherit. If you’ve got a timeshare property that has brought you years of happy vacation memo
How to ensure that you get the funeral you want
One of the many advantages of estate planning is that it gives you the opportunity to detail your wishes for your burial or cremation and any ceremonies or celebrations of your lif
Who should you name as power of attorney?
While most people think of the estate plan as something that they’ll only need if they pass away, there are components that come into the picture if you become incapacitated. Two
3 estate planning tips for blended families
ou never thought it would happen, but you found love – again – later in life. You’re about to embark on a second (or third) marriage. Now, you just have to get your estate pl
Caring for your pet after incapacity: Pet trusts
Not everything you do with your estate plan is going to be there for the time after your death. Some aspects of your estate plan will be there to protect you and those you care abo
Top reasons to update your estate plan
Deciding what will become of your estate when you pass on is important. And this is where an estate comes in. Despite its fancy name, an estate plan is not just a reserve for the r
Why you might need to discuss your estate plans this holiday season
When you think of family gatherings over the winter holidays, you think of big meals, football games on the TV and homemade cookies from recipes passed down over several generation
Tips on preventing a will contest
By creating a will as part of your estate plan, you are putting down your last wishes regarding your assets and property distribution. However, all that careful planning and though
How to pass on your intellectual property along with your estate
There are a variety of creative types here in Southern California. This includes actors, inventors, painters, musicians and authors and everything in between. Many of these individ