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A Power of Attorney is a document which names an agent to handle your financial affairs if you are incapacitated or otherwise unable to, while also explaining any limitations you wish to place on your agent while they act in your stead. There are many Power of...
Guardianship cases involving minor children can be complicated and expensive, especially if you do not have proper help or advice. Each guardianship case goes through the court system, but the process can be made smoother with proper planning. Below is the information...
During the estate planning process, real estate properties can be sold, given to family, or put into trusts depending on the situation and goals of the planners. Depending on what course of action needs to be taken, a different deed is required. Here are the four most...
Many people have questions about whether they can still receive government benefits after coming into an inheritance. The simple answer is yes, but there is a significant amount of planning that must occur to protect both the benefits and the inheritance, which...
Irrevocable Trusts make up the backbone of most solid asset protection planning strategies. These trusts can help protect property and financial assets if you should end up in a nursing home, and depending on your individual situation, can also help by saving you a...
To many, the best reason to create a Revocable Living Trust is to avoid probate and put a quick end to the estate administration process. However, a trust needs to be funded for it to have any real effect on the probate and estate administration process. Here are four...
Avoiding probate in California is one of the main benefits of estate planning and asset protection planning. But what exactly does it mean to avoid probate, and is it something you should be concerned about? The main reason many people want to avoid California probate...
The loss of someone close is a terrible experience to deal with, but what could make the situation even worse is the financial aspect that accompanies funeral and burial expenses. Money issues are the last thing grieving families want to think about, but difficulties...
Qualifying for Medi-Cal benefits can be difficult if applicants own too many assets because Medi-Cal is a needs-based program. Additionally, there is often a look back period on any asset transfers that could disqualify applicants from receiving benefits. However,...
Children with Special Health Care Needs, as defined by the Social Security Act, are eligible to receive a number of government benefits to pay for their care, services, and medical aid. There are many ways a child can qualify as a Child with Special Health Care Needs...