As you age, it is only natural to become more forgetful. It is only when this forgetfulness becomes more frequent or even dangerous, that it becomes a concern for you and your family. You might worry that this increased forgetfulness could be a much larger issue –...
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Why does a will need witnesses?
If you have a will, it means that you must have two witnesses present when you establish it. This is a requirement, but this requirement serves a much larger purpose in probate. Here is the critical information you must know about the role witnesses play. Why...
What do you do after losing a loved one?
When a family member passes away, it is difficult to know how to move forward. Yet, it seems there are countless things you must do, often all at once. Among all the uncertainty, there are three important things you may wish to remember. Do not avoid your emotions...
Is probate required?
As you may know, probate is the process of proving if a loved one’s will is valid before beginning the administration of their estate or if a probate, without a will is required. There is often a lot of anxiety surrounding this process. However, some people might...
3 things to know about taking inventory in probate
One of a personal representative’s biggest tasks is reviewing their loved one’s estate and taking stock of the assets. This can be daunting, so here are some of the critical things you must know about this particular task during probate. How long do you have? You have...
What is a pet trust – and do you need one?
An estate plan helps ensure you can provide for the loved ones you leave behind. However, what happens to your furry friends? You cannot leave money or property to your pet like you would a person, even if they feel like just as much of a family member. But you can...
Take care handling debt in probate
A loved one’s passing can leave you with a mess of emotions. It may also leave you with a lot of uncertainty, especially if you are managing your loved one’s California estate as a personal representative. One issue that can lead to a lot of questions is the matter of...
You find out you’re the executor. What now?
Your loved one named you as the executor of their will. This is an important role, but if your loved one never informed you of this it can come as quite a shock. If you find yourself in this position, here are a few things to consider. Evaluate the executor’s duties...
What to know to sell real estate in probate
Managing your late loved one’s estate can leave a lot on your plate. If their estate has to go through probate, in addition to navigating all of the strict requirements and technicalities of the probate process, in many cases, your loved one’s home will need to be...
FAQ on limited conservatorships
You may hear about limited conservatorships frequently, but what exactly are they? Here are some of the most common questions answered for you. What is a limited conservatorship? A limited conservatorship gives a person – most often a parent or guardian – some...