When Kobe Bryant and his 13-year-old daughter Gianna died in a helicopter accident in January of 2020, fans grieved together and shared the lessons Kobe had taught them during his lifetime. However, as Kobe's wife Vanessa was forced to deal with settling her husband's estate, we learned yet another lesson from Kobe.

Written rental agreements are an important part of every landlord's legal protection. However, creating an agreement isn't enough. If you're a landlord in California, use this checklist to ensure your rental agreement has all the necessary clauses to protect you and your property. Then, make sure all tenants sign the written agreement and receive a copy.

Dying without a will in California subjects your estate to California intestate succession laws. In other words, the court will distribute your property depending on your living relatives. For example, your assets may go to a spouse or your children. However, if you want your property distributed in a certain manner, contact A People's Choice today. We can help you prepare a will or other estate planning documents to protect your assets upon your death.

Did you know that a durable power of attorney is different from a power of attorney document? Believe it or not, a California durable power of attorney helps you plan for your future under different circumstances. Read on to learn more about the benefits of a durable power of attorney, what it means, and how A People's Choice can assist with your estate planning needs.

Are you considering using a trust to protect your assets from creditors? Be sure to read this FIRST! Many of our clients don't realize that they will need an irrevocable living trust to protect their property. However, irrevocable trusts are costly and may have more disadvantages than benefits. In fact, using an irrevocable trust means giving up all rights to your assets!