When you are considering ways to plan your estate, trusts are a useful tool. Unlike wills, trusts are not subject to the expensive and time-consuming legal process called “probate.”
If you are thinking of establishing a trust, make sure to reach out to the professionals at OC Wills &...
If you’ve been appointed as executor of your loved one’s estate, you may feel as though this is another worry on your plate. Although serving as an executor does give you certain responsibilities, it is entirely doable with a skilled estate planning attorney to help you along the...
In the past, society would have highly disapproved of a couple’s choice not to marry. Today, however, deciding against marriage is becoming more commonplace.
Happy couples in the public eye, like Goldie Hawn and Kurt Russell, make long-term partnerships sans marriage more acceptable for society at large. They also...
Home ownership is exciting, but it also comes with great responsibility. Your financial future and family legacy are tied to the home you own, and you must think strategically about both as you decide whether to place your new home in a trust.
A trust is a fiduciary...
The summer before college is an exciting time for parents and students. High school graduates face uncertainty about becoming adults and living on their own. Parents are thrilled to see their children have an opportunity to pursue their dreams. While it may not seem likely, it’s the perfect time to discuss
A vacation home is more than just a piece of real estate. They often hold sentimental value as families recount fond memories of good times spent together. Although the family structure may change as people get divorced or pass away, many prefer that the vacation home stays in the family so they...
As we celebrate our fathers in June, many dads are thinking about their legacies. This can be an especially stressful issue for those in multigenerational families.
When more than one generation of a family shares a home, financial planning can be complex. But multigenerational families are becoming more common...
Being a single mother is not an easy job, and handling it all on your own can be overwhelming. But no matter how difficult it is, single mothers push through because they want the best for their children. They’ll do whatever it takes to ensure their kids are safe and happy.
If you want to protect your loved ones while you are alive and after you have passed, a living trust is an excellent option. You might know that a trust can help you avoid probate and ensure your wishes are honored after you pass, but you might not know that a trust...
California offers a variety of estate planning options for individuals and their families. This flexibility is crucial in California, which exhibits a very diverse society where many families raise their children in a foreign culture. But the various estate planning options available in California allow people from all walks of life...
