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In California, executors or personal representatives wield considerable power but must act within the confines of an estate plan and the law. Straying from these guidelines may cause serious problems for the estate and its heirs. If the executor of your loved one’s...
People often update their wills after a significant change occurs in their life, such as the birth of a child, marriage or onset of an illness. It is critical to destroy all copies of the old will after making updates, keeping only the most recent one on hand. Failing...
When estate assets go through the administration process, the total value of the estate plays a significant role in determining how the personal representative will administer the estate. In California, small estates may be eligible to go through a simplified probate...
While probate typically takes about six to nine months, the process can take longer for other estates due to certain circumstances causing delays. If you are an estate’s executor, administrator, heir or beneficiary, understanding the common reasons behind these delays...
Having multiple properties across the country can be a promising investment. Nevertheless, this can create concerns about what will happen to these assets if the property owner dies. Which state will have control over them? Will it be the decedent’s state of...
The probate process varies in each unique case. However, one of the things that remains consistent in the process is that the estate executor or administrator must pay all debts and obligations owed after successfully conducting an inventory and valuation of the...
The short answer is no. Verifying the legitimacy of a will before your named executor can distribute the estate to the designated beneficiaries is one of the most vital aspects of the probate process. Therefore, even if you have a will, the executor will still need to...
Celebrities often have thousands of fans in California and beyond who try to stay updated on every facet of their private and professional lives. Sometimes, a celebrity might request privacy, especially when dealing with family issues, such as divorce. The average...
In California and elsewhere, Priscilla Presley is a household name. As the former wife of Elvis Presley, affectionately dubbed “The King of Rock and Roll,” her name, as well as her daughter’s (Lisa Marie) are known throughout the world. Music fans who have followed...
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...