One of the main reasons individuals elect to set up a living trust is to ensure that their assets can be passed on to their loved ones per their wishes without having to go through probate. Setting up one can also serve as an easier way for an individual to manage his or her assets […]

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Many people who are old and/or sick rely on non-family caregivers in the later years of their lives. Not surprisingly, they often want to remember these people in their will. However, if other family members weren’t aware of what a special bond their loved one had with a caregiver and weren’t kept up-to-date on the […]

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Nearly everyone here in Southern California has stayed at a Marriott hotel at some point. The Marriott company is the world’s largest publicly-traded hotel chain. However, all is not well with the family behind it. John Marriott III is alleging that his father has forced him out of the business and has taken away his […]

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As we grow older, there comes a time when it is wise to consider giving another person the authority to make important legal and financial decisions on our behalf. These individuals may have a variety of duties, depending on the needs of the person they serve, and may go by a number of titles denoting […]

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If you are an estate administrator tasked with the probate of an estate involving a large, expensive art collection, there are certain things that must be done in order to preserve harmony among the beneficiaries. Paintings, sculptures and other artwork can have great sentimental as well as financial value. While not negating any of the […]

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Having an estate plan is wise for those who want to ensure that their wishes for the dispensation of their assets are carried out after their death. With an estate plan, you can also designate who will make decisions regarding legal, financial and health matters for you if you are unable to do these things for yourself. […]

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