by Flora Garcia-Sepulveda

A Last Will and Testament [Explained]

There is a document, known as a last will and testament, that can ensure that your assets are divided in the way that you wish. It is an estate-planning document that can clearly designate property and assets to those whom you wish to leave your valuables.

by Flora Garcia-Sepulveda

The Ultimate Guide to Advance Directives and Power of Attorney

There may come a time in your life when you require medical attention or treatment, and you are unable to communicate with physicians coherently. As scary as this thought may be, it is essential to be proactive and prepare for this event with a Living Will, Advance Directives and a Power of Attorney. There are two documents that you will need to complete....

by Flora Garcia-Sepulveda

Inheritance Law and Your Rights in California

Many people do not take the time to learn about Inheritance Law or to write wills and testaments. The unfortunate result is that many individuals pass away without having ever written one. What happens to their property in that case? In this article, you will find information about inheritance law in California and other states. Such laws govern the legal...

by Flora Garcia-Sepulveda

Taxes and Estate Planning for LGBT couples in California

Estate planning and the filing of taxes can vary for LGBT couples based on individual factors. The LGBT community in the United States won their fundamental right to marriage equality in the year 2015 Supreme Court decision of Obergefell vs. Hodges. Since equal marriage rights are enjoyed by LGBT couples, it means estate planning is even essential for them. There are a number of issues which...

by Flora Garcia-Sepulveda

Ultimate Guide for Estate Planning: Probate, Trusts, Last Will and Testaments

A Last Will and Testament (a “will”) is not only for the wealthy and it is not only for the elderly. Everyone needs a will because it is the legal means by which you can tell the world how you want your assets distributed at your death. Without a will and Testament, you will die what is called intestate. This means that state statutes will dictate how your individually owned assets are...

by Flora Garcia-Sepulveda

A Living Will: Everything You Need to Know

A Living Will is an outline of your preferences for the times when you are still alive, but close to death due to health reasons. Thinking about serious accidents, injuries, and death is never fun, but you may want to decide what happens to you in the case of a life event that would make your body unable to keep itself alive on its own. Accidents and illnesses happen and if one happens to you...