Where should I keep my will after I sign it? Keep your will in a safe, easily accessible place after it is signed. Be sure the executor you appointed knows where it is kept. By Sandra McCarthy|February 25th, 2021|Will FAQs|0 Comments Read More
What makes a will legally binding in California? Wills are legally binding if the following criteria are met: You must be of sound mind You must be acting of your own free will without undue influence or duress from others The will must be signed and witnessed according to the applicable laws of California By Sandra McCarthy|February 25th, 2021|Will FAQs|0 Comments Read More
When is a will sufficient for California estate planning? A will is sufficient if: The total value of your assets at the date of your death is less than $166,250, excluding any asset which has a beneficiary provision and any asset which is in joint tenancy (or other multiple tenancy). The value of your real property at the date of your death is less [...] By Sandra McCarthy|February 25th, 2021|Will FAQs|0 Comments Read More
What happens if I die without a will? If you die without a will you will not be able to choose who receives your assets. Instead, your closest relatives or heirs inherit your wealth according to intestate succession laws. Intestate succession laws control which surviving family members of the decedent inherit their assets after probate when the person did not leave a will. The statutory [...] By Sandra McCarthy|February 12th, 2021|Estate Planning FAQs, Will FAQs|0 Comments Read More