If you have worked hard your entire life, it’s only sensible that you make clear what you want to happen to your estate when you die. This is where will creation comes in. Without a will, California intestacy laws would kick in and determine who gets to inherit your...
Wills
How can you update your will?
You should update your will when circumstances change. These include marriage, divorce, the birth/adoption of a child/grandchild, new stepchildren and the purchase/sale of an asset. You can also update your will when you want to remove a beneficiary or change the...
4 reasons you should update your will
Many testators create a will to give money to heirs, appoint a guardian for any minor children or make sure other wishes are carried out. If you have already established a will, it’s crucial to ensure that it’s up to date. Not having an updated will can cause a host...
Is there anything you shouldn’t address in your will?
Your will allows you to distribute your assets in whatever way you choose. You get to decide how to split your property between your loved ones and can even choose not to include some family members. Even with the power a well-drafted will provides, there are better...
Is it time to revise my will?
A will is an important document in which you are able to specify what you want to be done with your estate upon your passing. From time to time, it’s a good idea to review it and make changes to reflect the current circumstances of your life. Anytime you experience a...
Do I need more than a simple will?
A will is the best-known estate planning document. If you are creating an estate plan for the first time, you may wonder if you need any more than this. The answer is that it depends. While there are advantages to the simplicity of a will, there are also...