Part 1 in a 2-Part Series Children bless us. From the day you or your wife gives birth, you start planning for your children’s future. You wonder about their interests, occupation and future spouse. These issues concern families most of the time. What’s more, they emerge as even more important in uncertainty, such as with […]
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Mar
Mar
Some financial articles insist that a will is not the best way to leave assets to heirs. But why is that? Won’t scribbling something on a napkin work? Wills often lead to long and expensive court proceedings. Countless other more-efficient ways could be used, all of which more effectively pass property to family. But follow this […]
California Law, Elder Law, Estate Attorney, Estate Planning, Estates, Inheritance, Probate
Probate Pros & Cons: Part 3
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Feb
Feb
Part 3 of a 3-Part Series Last week, in part two of our three-part post about probate-proof estates, we covered one option for avoiding probate with a strategy we called the “Piecemeal Approach.” Click here to read that post. And to catch up by reading part one, which introduced the concept of how to avoid […]
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Feb
Feb
Part 2 of a 3-Part Series Last week, we began a three-part series about probate-proof estates. In part one, we covered reasons you should try to avoid probate. This week, we continue our series by focusing on a strategy we called the “Piecemeal Approach.” Finally, next week, we will conclude the series by delving further […]
California Law, Estate Attorney, Estate Planning, Estates, Probate, Wills
Is Your Estate Plan Probate-Proof?
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Feb
Feb
The Smartest Way to Make Sure Your Estate Plan is Probate-Proof First in a 3-Part Series Consider this important question: When did you and your estate planning attorney perform a full review of the following? Your long-term plans for your financial affairs Family Legacy? For that matter, have you ever sought out such a review? […]
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Feb
Feb
You can typically disinherit brothers and sisters, nieces and nephews, or even your very own children and grandchildren in your estate plan. However, in California, where Skvarna Law is based, you can’t intentionally disinherit your spouse unless that spouse agrees to waive their rights to your estate in a Prenuptial or Postnuptial Agreement.
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Jan
Jan
If you are like many millennials, who are the first generation who grew up using the internet, you have likely amassed a much greater quantity of digital assets than members of previous generations.
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Jan
Jan
Unfortunately, a startling 79% of millennials admit they never created basic estate plans in place. While your needs and goals may vary, nevertheless, estate plans offer important protection for every adult – including you!
Estate Attorney, Estate Planning, Estates, Trusts, Uncategorized, Wills
Paperwork: Estate Planning After Death
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Jan
Jan
Part 3 of a 3-Part Series Over the past couple of weeks, we examined important things to consider after losing someone to death. To read part one, click here. To read part two, click here. This week, we conclude the series by focusing on paperwork. Cancel benefits Family member recipients of Social Security, veterans, or other benefits […]
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Jan
Jan
Part 2 of a 3-Part Series Estate Safety Considerations Last week, we began a three series about important factors to consider in estate planning after losing someone you love to death. Click here to read part one. This entry, the second in the series, covers ways to make sure the estate remains safe.