When you start making important decisions regarding your estate, you may be overwhelmed by the variety of options available to you. The choices you make during this process can have significant consequences for family relationships, taxes, and the management of your assets after you pass. With the right legal team by your side, you can […]

Many Americans are struggling to manage massive student loan debt. A recent study revealed $1.73 TRILLION in student loan debt across the United States. It’s a shocking number, and it’s been a common debate among politicians in recent years. While it’s always possible the government wipes out some portion of the student loan debt in […]

An estate plan provides an outline for where your assets and hard work will go when you pass away, but it’s important to keep it up to date. A will is not a “set it and forget it” document, and they’re fairly easy to update. So, what situations should prompt you to make a change […]

Estate Planning is an essential process in California for protecting your family and your legacy. However, Estate Planning happens in many different forms. How can you tell which one is right for you? It all depends on what you want out of it. Estate Planning is the process of working with an attorney to create […]

If you have ever had a close loved one pass away leaving you an inheritance, you have likely had to go through the probate process. Probate is the term used for how the courts determine what is going to happen to the assets of someone who has died. The goal of the probate court is […]

Years ago, you created an estate plan that included a trust. Now, financial difficulties aggravated by the pandemic have left you in a position where bankruptcy is your best way to move forward. You know that your assets are subject to examination and possibly seizure (if you file Chapter 7), but what about the property […]

A considerable amount of our lives are becoming digital. How often do you pay with cash at the grocery store? Do you have online accounts? Who has access to these accounts? These are all questions that should be discussed and answered when you include your digital assets in an estate plan.  Do I Even Have […]

There are options for people who have debt that seem impossible. Sadly, some people and organizations offer debt relief options solely intended to take advantage of you. Does this apply to every debt relief option? Absolutely not. But proceeding cautiously and slowly with anyone who offers a means to alleviate your debt burden can pay […]

Filing for bankruptcy is never anyone’s first option—but it is usually their last. Life is paved with unexpected turns and financial challenges. Even those who have chosen bankruptcy as their best option may hesitate to initiate the process because they feel overwhelmed. Get a new start to rebuild your credit and savings by breaking this […]

A lot gets discussed around the consequences of bankruptcy—how to rebuild your credit and what your financial future could be like after filing. It is equally important to discuss what bankruptcy cannot do and the debt issues that it won’t resolve. Before deciding if the cost and repercussions of bankruptcy are something you are willing […]