Redding, California, Law Blog
An attorney-in-fact is usually the person holding your power of attorney documents. People in California can name someone to do specific tasks or let them have the authority to act on your behalf if you become incapacitated. The responsibilities of the...
Many California singles who might not have children also might not consider the value of estate planning. The phrase, "You can't take it with you," is a cavalier phrase that many use to disregard planning for their legacy. Many think they don't need to bother with...
If you are concerned about saving your family the lengthy probate process in California, consider a pour-over will when setting up your estate. While the process requires your assets to go through probate at your death, it stops intestate succession from occurring. It...
Estate plans are helpful, but they won’t always be enough to avoid California probate altogether. There are certain rules and restrictions that mean certain assets or whole estates are legally required to go through probate. What assets have to go through probate?...
Finances and mortality are two of the most challenging things to bring up and discuss productively with the ones you love most. But these are essential conversations to have if you want an estate plan in California that is airtight and fully understood amongst all...
When someone dies, their estate is distributed among their heirs in accordance with the will or trust. If you are an heir, it is important to know your rights to ensure that you receive your fair share. The right to information You have the right to receive...
Estate planning does not involve writing a last will and testament exclusively. There are other documents, including power of attorney forms and living wills, that the planner could compose. Then, some financial decisions allow for the transfer of money or assets...
As a new parent, you have a lot of things on your mind, but one thing you shouldn't forget is estate planning. Even if you don't have a lot of money, it's important to have an estate plan in place. What is estate planning? Estate planning is the process of creating a...
When you're in the process of estate planning, there are several tools that you can use in order to protect your estate and assets and achieve your goals. One of these tools is the revocable trust, which is often used to avoid probate and ensure that estate property...
Creating an estate plan is a critical part of ensuring that you are protecting your last wishes and your friends and family after you pass on. When more than half of all Americans do not have an estate plan in place, it is more important than ever to create an estate...
