It’s the New Year and everyone has begun to make New Year’s resolutions. The origin of making New Year’s resolutions rests with the Babylonians, which…
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New Year’s Resolution: Make or Update Your Estate Plan
Is a Handwritten Will Valid in California?
A handwritten will is also known as a “holographic” will in California. Under California Probate Code Section 6111, holographic wills are considered valid even if…
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Pitfalls of Do-It-Yourself (DIY) Estate Planning
In an age where almost anything can be accomplished online, “do it yourself” estate planning websites have recently increased in popularity. Unfortunately, many people who…
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What Happens If You Die Without a Will?
This question is frequently asked of many estate planning professionals. However, this is not much of a surprise in 2022. The COVID-19 pandemic has increased…
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How to Choose the Right Guardian for Your Children In Case of Death
A parent’s first responsibility is to secure the health and wellness of their children. Still, many parents delay the decision to appoint a legal guardian…
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Benefits vs Disadvantages of a Living Trust
Similar to a will, a living trust is a legal document that lets you distribute your possessions to people and organizations after you pass away….
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Digital Assets and Estate Planning
When people establish their estate plan, they often think about their physical assets. However, there’s no doubt we do more and more online each day….
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Estate Planning and Divorce
Divorce can be one of the most stressful and emotional situations an individual can go through. Unfortunately, divorce is common in the United States. In…
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A Guide to Estate Planning for Singles Versus Married Couples
Many people believe that estate planning is only for people who are married or have children. However, that is a harmful myth. Whether you have…
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Estate Planning Checklist: 5 Ways to Prepare
Nobody wants to think about becoming sick or passing away at a young age. However, accidents can happen to anyone at any time. Life can…
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