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The Secret Weapon of Estate Planning: Unleashing the Power of Durable Power of Attorney
In estate planning, the durable power of attorney (DPOA) is often a hidden gem. This critical legal document can bring peace of mind and...
Anna Jerden, Esq.
Jan 31
6 min read
Should You Trust Yourself? The Unknown Risks of DIY Estate Planning
Planning for the future is critical in ensuring your assets are distributed according to your wishes. For many, the process of creating...
Anna Jerden, Esq.
Jan 29
5 min read
Unraveling the Mystery: How Does California Handle Inheritance Taxes?
Losing a loved one is always challenging, and dealing with their estate can add to the stress. A common question in this difficult time...
Anna Jerden, Esq.
Jan 28
4 min read
Non-U.S. Citizens Facing Potential Deportation Can Implement Estate Planning Strategies to Safeguard Assets and Protect Family Members
Estate planning is often seen as a tool solely for U.S. citizens. However, this is a misconception because estate planning is available...
Anna Jerden, Esq.
Jan 24
4 min read
What Will Not Having An Estate Plan Cost You? A Comparative Analysis of the Financial Impacts of Estate Planning on Families
Without an estate plan, families could face many challenges such as high fees, probate processes, family conflicts, and stress.
Anna Jerden, Esq.
Jan 23
3 min read
What Rights Do Unmarried Couples Have When One Person Becomes Ill or Passes Away?
Unmarried couples need an estate plan to protect each other in case of incapacity or death.
Anna Jerden, Esq.
Feb 13, 2023
3 min read
Are There Minimum Property Requirements for Creating a Will or Trust?
There is no minimum property requirement to make a will or trust. Avoid probate and make sure your family is well protected.
Anna Jerden, Esq.
Jan 30, 2023
4 min read
Common Estate Planning Questions Answered
Common estate planning questions answered. What is an estate plan? Trust or will? What is a trust? What if I die without an estate plan?
Anna Jerden, Esq.
Jan 13, 2022
3 min read
How Estate Planning Can Prevent Elder Abuse
Credit: Richard Bell/Unsplash In California, “Elder Abuse” is defined as a crime involving the infliction of financial exploitation,...
Anna Jerden, Esq.
Oct 27, 2021
4 min read
How Unmarried Same-Sex Couples Can Protect Their Families
SAME-SEX COUPLES CAN LEGALLY MARRY, BUT MANY REMAIN UNMARRIED In 2015, same-sex marriage was legalized in all 50 states and Washington,...
Anna Jerden, Esq.
Aug 23, 2021
7 min read
How To Talk With Your Parents About Estate Planning
As parents age, a paradigm shift occurs. As children, we look to our parents for everything but as adults, we find our parents looking to...
Anna Jerden, Esq.
Jun 16, 2021
4 min read
What’s The Difference Between A Will And A Trust And Which One Do You Need?
Both wills and trusts are important tools in your estate plan. There is no one-size-fits-all approach to estate planning. Each plan must...
Anna Jerden, Esq.
Apr 16, 2021
4 min read
Estate Planning 101: Getting Started
Before letting yourself get overwhelmed with complex estate planning decisions like transferring your property into trusts, dividing...
Anna Jerden, Esq.
Feb 24, 2021
2 min read
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