What is Probate? And Should I Avoid It?

What is the Probate Process? Generally speaking, the probate process is used by state probate courts to transfer property to your heirs. It is really just a judge giving legal permission for assets to be passed on, whether or not you have a will. In California,...

How Do I Get Rid of a Special Needs Trust?

How Do I Get Rid of a Special Needs Trust?   Almost every state’s probate code includes a right to terminate a trust for a variety of reasons. Some reasons may be if the original intent behind setting up the trust no longer applies or if there has been a...