Including an animal companion in an estate plan might seem like something reserved for celebrities. However, that is not the case at all. As much as we think of our pets as members of our family, not many people think to plan for their pet's future. While individuals...
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Month: July 2019
Help! Squatters are living in my late parents’ home
One of the challenges for estate administrators here in California is dealing with people illegally occupying the decedent's property. Sometimes, the individuals may be strangers -- squatters -- who assumed illegal possession of the property after the homeowner died....
Why ‘comfort planning’ should be part of your estate plan
A third of all people over 50 who break a hip die within the following year. That's a frightening statistic. Even if you're among the two-thirds who don't suffer this fate, your overall health can take a turn for the worse after a serious accident or injury in your...
The challenges of selling a parent’s home after they’re gone
Did your elderly parent insist on remaining in their home until their death, surrounded by the furniture, trinkets and other items they could never bring themselves to clear out? If so, you may be facing the daunting task of cleaning out that home and selling it. If...