Month: March 2016

A few weeks ago, we discussed how adult children -- or anyone in a family setting -- might approach uncomfortable topics related to an aging relative's inability to care for himself or herself. We noted in that post that guardianships or conservatorships might be an...

When a will does the job, why would you go the extra mile and set up a trust in California? The quick answer is that a will doesn't always do the job, and there are some benefits of setting up trusts that can be important depending on your situation.One of the most...

For many people, an important step in the estate planning process is talking to family members about financial situations and what the plans for the future are. Money can be a volatile topic no matter how much you have, and many people are nervous to broach such...