PARENTS & HOMEOWNERS: MY 7-STEP ESTATE PLANNING PROCESS WILL PROTECT YOUR HEIRS
From Creditors, Predators & Bad Choices, And Will Help You Become a (Bigger) Hero to Your Family!
Avoiding Probate Disputes in California: Protect Your Wealth in 2025
Probate battles in California have become a flashpoint for family tension and financial loss. Over 40 percent of probate disputes trace back to unresolved family conflicts that erupt during inheritance proceedings. Most people brace for legal headaches or drawn-out courtroom drama. Yet, surprisingly, the best way to sidestep disaster is not a complex loophole or…
Maximizing Your Legacy: Navigating Trusts and Wills for Effective Estate Planning
Understanding the Difference between Trusts and Wills: An informative article that explores the definition, purpose, and key differences between trusts and wills, highlighting their roles in estate planning and asset management, with emphasis on the personalized estate planning services of the Law Office of Eric Ridley.
The Role of an Estate Planning Attorney in Your Future
What is Estate Planning and Why Does It Matter? Estate planning is the process of organizing and managing your assets to ensure they are distributed according to your wishes after your passing. It involves creating legal documents such as wills, trusts, and powers of attorney to protect your financial legacy and provide for your loved…
Siblings Contesting a Trust in California: What You Need to Know
When a loved one passes, families hope to come together in support and understanding. But sometimes, inheritances and trust documents bring a different kind of tension, particularly among siblings. Rivalries, long-standing grievances, and misunderstandings can all boil over, especially if someone feels they’re being treated unfairly. If you’re in this situation or know someone who…
Why Should You Consider Naming a Guardian for Your Children?
As parents, we want to be around well into our children’s later years. We want to watch them grow and become the people they will become, as they possibly have and raise their own children. Or, at the very least, as they settle down with a few pets we can visit. But the stark reality…
Estate Planning for Parents of Minor Children: A Complete Guide
Estate Planning for Parents of Minor Children: A Complete Guide As a parent, you have countless responsibilities, and one of the most crucial is ensuring your children’s future is secure, no matter what happens. Estate planning is an essential part of this process, particularly when your children are still minors. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll…
Estate Planning for Families in California: Protecting Wealth in 2025
California families are facing a new reality when it comes to their financial future. Seventy percent of wealth is lost by the second generation among high-net-worth households. Most people think estate planning is just for the ultra-wealthy or something to worry about later. Turns out, in a state with soaring property values and ever-changing tax…
Is Online, Self-help Estate Planning Worth It?
There are a number of software application and websites providing Do It Yourself estate planning files. These websites and forms provide a hassle-free and cost-effective option to meeting with an estate planning lawyer. However are they effective and do they supply suitable security for your household? Is online, self-help estate planning worth the potential upfront…
What to Ask Estate Planning Attorneys: A Comprehensive Guide
Discover what to ask estate planning attorneys, from understanding their role and compensation models to addressing your unique family situation.
How To Get Medi-cal And Not Spend Yourself Into Poverty
Major Reform to CA Medi-Cal Estate Recovery – On June 27, 2016 Governor Brown signed legislation sponsored by which will make it easier to qualify for Medi-Cal without having to spend yourself into poverty. This new bill reduces the scope of California’s Medi-Cal Estate Recovery against the estate of deceased Medi-Cal beneficiaries. Medi-Cal can no…
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Eric did an excellent job creating our Living Trust. His work was very detailed and thorough, and at a very reasonable cost. I could reach him easily to discuss concerns or questions, and he offered great advice. His depth and e(...)
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