With 46 million Americans now owning Bitcoin and many more investing in other cryptocurrencies, it is no wonder that cryptoassets have become a hot topic in estate planning law. Failing to plan for these assets can have quite significant consequences, as there is no...
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Month: July 2021
Tips for picking an executor
When preparing estate plans, it is important to think carefully about who will be named as the executor. This person will be responsible for managing affairs after death, so picking the right person is a must. For some, the decision is easy, but many California adults...
Tips for preventing issues with beneficiary designation accounts
Many bank accounts have a “transfer on death” (TOD) option, which allows a beneficiary to take ownership of the account without going through probate. These can be great estate planning tools, allowing for assets to be quickly transitioned without administrative...
