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Reforming a Will Because of a Mistake
A new decision by the Supreme Court of California has interesting implications for when a will can be reformed by the court. Irving Duke created
Avoiding Escheatment
The process by which a state government claims ownership of a deceased person’s accounts who has no heirs or beneficiaries is called escheatment. It is
What To Do First When Inheriting
Even experienced financial advisors can get caught up in the complications of dealing with an inheritance. After receiving an inheritance from his mother that included
Avoid Conflict When Valuing Property Partnerships
Property partnerships end for a variety of reasons. Ideally, the ending is wanted and agreed upon, financially and emotionally enriching all parties. But when things
An Unusual Clause in Robin Williams’ Trust
Even though Robin Williams has passed away, it might still be possible to see his name, likeness or voice in movies or advertisements. However, do
Types of Assets in Wealthy Estates
Wealthy people can have all sorts of different assets. However, the majority of assets held by wealthy people when they pass away fall into a
Guardianship Abuse Is Rampant
Guardians are supposed to look after and protect the interests of their wards. Unfortunately, it has become all too common for guardians to take advantage
Affording Adoption with the Help of Tax Credits
November is National Adoption Awareness Month. If you’re considering adoption, you know that it will change your life in many ways. And you’ll need to
Plan to Talk Estate Planning Over the Holiday Meal
With Thanksgiving and the winter holidays coming up, there are at least two prime opportunities to get families all under one roof and talking. Estate
Review Your Old Trusts
Estate laws change regularly, which means that estate planning methods that were once a great idea are no longer advisable for many people. One example
Alternatives to Joint Tenancy
When two people own property in common, they often title it in joint tenancy. This is especially true for married couples. However, there might be
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