A revocable living trust is a written agreement that places some of your assets... [Read more...]
A Basic Guide to Trusts in Estate Planning
Trusts are one of the most powerful tools in estate planning, yet they are often... [Read more...]
Don’t Outlive Your Money: Planning for Longevity Risk
Many people estimate their lifespan based on their parents' experiences, often overlooking generational gains... [Read more...]
Is a Cash-Value Life Insurance Policy Right for You?
Most life insurance policies are simple: You take out a policy for a set... [Read more...]
Is There a California Estate Tax?
Is there a California estate tax? The short answer is no. California does not impose... [Read more...]
Still Fighting: The Estate Planning Legacy of Shannen Doherty
Shannen Doherty spent years fighting breast cancer with courage and candor. In her final days,... [Read more...]
How To Choose an Executor
An executor serves as your representative after you die. The executor pays outstanding debts... [Read more...]
Declare Your Independence From Intestacy
Every Fourth of July, we celebrate the right to determine our own destiny. Yet many... [Read more...]
Before You Write a Handwritten Will, Watch This Video
https://youtu.be/3xM3fKaoycE The answer to that is, which is a pretty common attorney answer, is it... [Read more...]
How to Transfer Your Home to Your Children the Smart Way
https://youtu.be/87ZmQLCUqzA?si=YTxBIL5sln35-Q9F Hi there. My name is Miranda Dressler, an attorney with the MacKay Dressler... [Read more...]
Your LGBTQ+ Legacy: Choosing Beneficiaries
For many LGBTQ+ individuals and families, estate planning is about more than passing on... [Read more...]
Ask the Attorney: Are There Special Estate Planning Considerations for Same-Sex Couples?
https://youtu.be/78U7avUaePg The answer is yes. While marriage laws themselves do provide many protections, there can... [Read more...]
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