by Christine Brown | Jun 9, 2021 | Estate Planning, Power of Attorney
The power of attorney is one of the most important documents in your estate plan, but there are some common mistakes that could render it ineffective. Knowing how to spot these mistakes is key to make sure that you get the most out of your power of attorney and all...
by Christine Brown | May 31, 2021 | Estate Planning
When was the last time you took a look at your Last Will and Testament? If it was five years ago or more, then you should consider dusting it off and reading through to make sure it’s up to date. Remember, a lot can change in five years: the birth of new family...
by Christine Brown | May 24, 2021 | Estate Planning
Now that vaccinations have started and “normal” life is within our grasp, many couples are starting to resume their wedding plans. Those who have had to postpone their big day or got engaged during the pandemic are once again starting to put deposits on...
by Christine Brown | May 18, 2021 | Estate Planning
Have you ever wondered what is the worse that can happen if you become incapacitated or pass away without an estate plan in place? If you have, you’re not alone. This is actually a common question our LA County estate lawyers receive, especially from those in...
by Christine Brown | May 10, 2021 | Elder Law, Estate Planning, Long Term Care
Many veterans and their families are unaware of the availability of the Aid and Attendance pension benefit for veterans over the age of 65 through the Department of Veterans Affairs. These benefits can be used to help offset long-term care costs for older veterans who...
by Christine Brown | Apr 30, 2021 | Estate Planning, Revocable Trust, Trusts
Trusts are an excellent tool for estate planning and asset protection purposes. The most common type of trust is a Revocable Living Trust, which holds your assets and helps avoid the probate process when you pass away. However, Revocable Living Trusts do not help much...
by Christine Brown | Apr 27, 2021 | Estate Planning
It is well known that probate in California is not only costly but has the potential to be very time-consuming. Many look for loopholes in the system as an attempt to shorten or eliminate the probate process. Some believe that adding their child’s name to their bank...
by Christine Brown | Apr 22, 2021 | Estate Planning, Trusts
If you plan on leaving money to minor children in your Last Will and Testament, you’ll have an important issue to consider: Who will be in charge of managing the inheritance and keeping the child’s money safe from being lost or squandered if the parents pass away?...
by Christine Brown | Apr 8, 2021 | Estate Planning
More than half of Americans now have at least one chronic health condition, mental disorder, or substance abuse issue. That is a staggering statistic that Long Beach estate planning lawyers who work with sick and disabled clients confront every day. There are varying...
by Christine Brown | Mar 31, 2021 | Estate Planning, Estate Tax
The IRS recently announced the 2021 federal estate tax rate limits, which are $11.7 million for individuals and $23.4 million for married couples. This is increased from $11.58 million and $23.16 million respectively in...
