Pop music superstar, Prince, passed away in April 2022, leaving fans in California and throughout the world grieving the loss of a favorite artist. In addition to stories of his musical escapades and the impact he had on the industry, it became apparent soon after his...
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Year: 2023
Should a special needs trust be a part of your estate plan?
One of the most important reasons to create an estate plan is to ensure that loved ones receive assets and property in the future. Caring for family members is a primary reason to plan for the future, and there are different estate planning tools available to you that...
Important steps for the creation of a strong estate plan
There is no way to predict what will happen in the future, but there are things you can do now that will allow you to feel confident regarding what is ahead. One of the most important things you can do, regardless of your health, income or age, is to create a...
What constitutes duress for a last will and testament?
In California and throughout the country, adults of sound mind have every right to make an estate plan. The estate owner can also make changes to an existing plan. Numerous issues could render an estate plan invalid, particularly a last will and testament. If someone...
Priscilla Presley in probate court over daughter’s estate
Many music fans in California and throughout the world still mourn the death of Elvis Presley, known as, ''The King of Rock and Roll.'' For decades, droves of fans have flocked to his beloved former home, Graceland, which was left as an inheritance to his daughter,...
Alert! Estate plan rules for retirement assets have changed
Beneficiaries in California and throughout the country will want to update themselves on new rules that apply to assets acquired as inheritance through retirement benefits. Such benefits include Individual Retirement Accounts (IRAs), as well as programs, such as...
Celebrities who did not sign a will
Many high-net-worth Californians wait until later in life to make an estate plan. Since it is impossible to know for certain when an individual life will end, waiting to prepare estate planning documents could be a significant mistake. Dying without a last will and...
Single adults will still benefit from an estate plan
Planning for the future is an important step for adults of all ages and income levels, but it is also important for both single and married individuals. You may assume that estate planning is most beneficial for married adults, but this is not necessarily the case....