How Can I Avoid the California Probate Process?

How Can I Avoid the California Probate Process?

If you’ve heard anything about the California probate process, you probably know that most people want to avoid it. And for good reason! The probate process can be expensive, time-consuming, and stressful for your surviving spouse and other loved ones.  But what exactly is the probate process, probate assets, probate court, and how can you … Read more

How to Set Up a Temporary Guardianship

How to Set Up a Temporary Guardianship

Life happens — whether it’s a sudden illness, military deployment, or an unexpected trip you need to take, there may come a time when you need someone you trust to step in and care for your child temporarily. That’s where temporary guardianship comes into play.  In California, setting up temporary guardianship ensures your child’s needs … Read more

What’s the Difference Between a Personal Representative and Executor?

What’s the Difference Between a Personal Representative and Executor?

If you’ve ever dealt with estate planning or the probate process, you’ve probably heard the terms “personal representative” and “executor.” They both have to do with handling a deceased person’s estate, but what do they actually mean? Are they the same thing? And if not, which one applies to you? A Personal Representative in Estate … Read more

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