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The Prop 19 deadline – its impact on California estate planning
In San Jose and across California, changes to the law can stoke inordinate concern and fear as to how individuals and their families will be
Should you and your spouse have separate wills?
Most Bay Area couples understand the importance of estate planning. Creating an estate plan is important for making sure a person’s assets are protected and
Will you need a medical or financial power of attorney?
It’s hard to deny that life is sometimes unpredictable. Considering that, you might be wondering about what happens to your assets when you pass away
Long-term care options that do not deplete your estate
The traditional advice is to purchase long-term care insurance before you are 60 to keep it affordable. But there is a risk that you suffer
Are you ready to talk to your parents about estate planning?
As our parents age, we oftentimes find ourselves worried about their wellbeing. This concern can stretch to nearly every aspect of their lives, but there’s
When do guardianships end in California?
In California, accepting the responsibility of being a guardian is a significant step. Those who decide to move forward with it should be aware that
What happens if someone dies without an estate plan?
It is an unfortunately common situation. All too often, San Jose residents have the good intentions to draft and execute estate planning documents, only to
When to update an estate plan in San Jose, CA
Many people make the mistake of creating an estate plan and then never revisiting it. While it may seem like they’ve done their due diligence
What should I know about a guardianship of a child’s estate?
Being named a child’s guardian should be taken seriously. For California parents who are considering naming a guardian for a minor child and those who
The basic documents in an estate plan
California residents have plenty of options when it comes to crafting a comprehensive estate plan. In fact, for some people there can seem to be