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Answers to Common Estate Planning Questions
Do you want to begin the estate planning process in California, but don’t know where to start? Don’t worry! At the Law Office of Rodney...
Choosing an Estate Planning Lawyer in California
Choosing an estate planning attorney in California can be confusing, particularly if you’ve never hired a lawyer before. In order to help make this decision...
All About Wills in California
Wills are an important part of the estate planning process. A will allows its maker, known as a testator, to accomplish a number of things,...
Ask These Questions When Choosing an Estate Planning Attorney
When looking for an estate planning attorney in California, it’s imperative that you ask the correct questions. By asking prospective California estate planning attorneys good...
Does California Have an Inheritance Tax?
Inheritance tax is a widely misunderstood topic, partially because not all states have such a tax. Generally speaking, inheritance tax is a tax liability on...
How are Wills Challenged in California?
When an individual is unhappy with the terms of another’s will, he or she may be entitled to challenge it in court. The four primary...
How to Avoid Probate
Probate is the court-supervised legal process of settling a person’s estate after their death. This includes the appointment of someone, the executor, to pay all...
Life Insurance as an Estate Planning Tool
Estate planning allows individuals to get their financial affairs in order before death. Some of the most well-known estate planning tools include: Advance health care...
What Does It Mean to Die Intestate?
Estate planning is important on so many levels. It is far too easy to keep putting it off. It involves facing some difficult choices and...