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Credit report can provide needed information during probate

Though many people like to think that they know their loved ones, it is often impossible to know every detail. Of course, when

10/28/2019

Wills are of no use if they are lost

Many California residents may have the best of intentions when it comes to creating their estate plans. They may want their wills and

10/16/2019

Estate planning can help new parents protect their children

Many California residents feel like there is no greater joy than having children. For new parents, the feelings of excitement, happiness and love

10/01/2019

Don’t stop with a will when you really need a trust

California residents sometimes consider their estate plans to be complete after writing a will and issuing an advanced directive. But, in reality, that

09/17/2019

Probate hinges on the validation of the will

Many surviving loved ones appreciate when a family member has created a will. This and other estate planning documents can make settling the

09/17/2019

Remember to include digital assets in wills

When trying to get certain affairs in order well ahead of time, it can be easy to overlook some details. For instance, while

09/03/2019

Storing original wills and other estate documents safely

Taking the steps to create an estate plan is a major endeavor. California residents need to assess many small details of their lives

08/21/2019

Handling retirement accounts during probate

Settling a person’s final affairs after his or her passing can be a difficult experience. Those individuals close to the decedent may have

08/06/2019

Attention to detail will help prevent estate planning mistakes

When it comes to estate planning, it’s critical to prevent mistakes. Even a minor slip-up can cost your loved ones time and money

07/22/2019

Information that can help an executor during probate

Acting as the executor of an estate is not an easy task. Because it’s a complicated endeavor, it is often useful for the