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Trusts vs. Creditors: What Works and What Doesn’t in California Estate Planning

Many Californians assume that placing assets into a trust automatically shields them from creditors. Unfortunately, this belief is only sometimes true. In reality, whether a…

Posted on April 18, 2025April 14, 2025
  • Estate Planning

Why Notices Matter: Who You Must Notify During Probate

When someone passes away and their estate goes through probate, most people expect paperwork, court filings, and (eventually) property transfer to the heirs. Giving proper…

Posted on April 16, 2025April 12, 2025
  • Probate

Who’s Living in the House? What to Do When Someone Won’t Leave After a Loved One Dies

There’s a Stranger in My Loved One’s Home. What Do I Do? If you’ve recently lost a family member and discovered someone unexpectedly living in…

Posted on April 15, 2025April 14, 2025
  • Probate

Does Your California Estate Plan Stop at the Border? What to Know About Foreign Real Estate

For some Californians, estate planning isn’t just about passing on a home in Bakersfield or a cabin in the Sierras—it’s about protecting real estate across…

Posted on April 14, 2025April 12, 2025
  • Estate Planning

From Simple to Sophisticated: Choosing Between “A,” “AB,” and “ABC” Trusts in Your Estate Plan

When it comes to estate planning, not all trusts are created equal—especially for married couples. The structure of your trust can have a profound impact…

Posted on April 11, 2025April 11, 2025
  • Estate Planning

The Probate Pitfall: What Homeowners Often Overlook

California’s probate process is frequently perceived as slow, expensive, and public. When someone dies with real estate titled in their name alone — even if…

Posted on April 10, 2025May 3, 2025
  • Estate Planning
  • Real Estate

Win Your Divorce Case: How Requests for Admission Can Simplify Your Fight

Divorce litigation can be a challenging, costly, and emotionally taxing process. Streamlining discovery is essential to focus on key issues and reduce unnecessary disputes. One…

Posted on February 7, 2025January 15, 2025
  • Family Law

Unlocking Savings with Qualified Personal Residence Trusts (QPRTs): A Guide for California Homeowners

Estate planning often involves balancing the desire to provide for loved ones with strategies to minimize taxes. For California homeowners, a Qualified Personal Residence Trust…

Posted on January 31, 2025January 14, 2025
  • Estate Planning

Password-Protected Legacies: Managing Access to Digital Estates

Why Digital Estates Matter in Kern County Imagine this: A loved one passes away, leaving behind bank accounts, medical records, and priceless family photos locked…

Posted on January 30, 2025December 27, 2024
  • Probate

Minimize California Property Taxes with These 3 Smart Estate Planning Moves

California’s property taxes are among the highest in the nation, but smart estate planning can help you keep them under control. Whether you’re planning to…

Posted on January 24, 2025January 14, 2025
  • Estate Planning

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  • Why Notices Matter: Who You Must Notify During Probate
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