Complications, complications. That’s what happens when you die without a will, and there are a number of scenarios. Families bicker over what property and assets they want. A surviving – but unmarried partner – finds that he or she cannot inherit the property of a...
Month: January 2018
Have you created a plan for your special needs child?
A special needs child is a child who requires specific care. In many cases, special needs children need to be cared for after they become adults, and they never become fully independent. In other cases, special needs children require costly medical services and...
Transferring property deeds to an adult child
As you approach old age, you may be wondering how to transfer your real estate holdings to your adult children. There are several reasons why seniors may wish to transfer their real estate: Some people decide to unburden themselves of their house and travel the world;...
Tips for cleaning up your estate for your heirs
At some point in their lives, most California residents begin to realize that they may not have many years left to spend with their families and loved ones. During these last years, most people try to make the most of them and cherish the lasting memories they have....
5 Estate planning strategies for women
Many women tend to neglect the estate-planning process. This is a shame, because estate planning is an important step in protecting your wealth and ensuring your loved ones’ wellbeing. If you have not yet planned your estate, now is the time to start. Many women feel...
Deceased billionaire’s kids call his widow a ‘material girl’
The alleged "billionaire" John Paterakis died in 2016, in Maryland, at the age of 87 from complications related to bone marrow disease. The man left assets to his children and his widow, but the estate is now embroiled in controversy.Paterakis made his name and his...
