by Snyder Law PC | Nov 4, 2020 | Elder Law, Estate Planning, Snyder Blog
It is essential that as your parents’ age, you have conversations with them about their finances and estate plan. To broach the topic, you might bring up current events like the coronavirus pandemic, its effect on economic conditions, and how it relates to the...
by Snyder Law PC | Oct 28, 2020 | Estate Planning
Estate planning may sound like the domain of the very wealthy, however, in the eyes of the law, an estate is simply the aggregate of property an individual owns, and most everyone owns something. Property ownership includes individual as well as jointly owned bank...
by Snyder Law | Oct 27, 2020 | Estate Planning, Snyder Blog, Special Needs Planning
There’s a lot of bad information on the internet that directs parents of children with special needs to completely disinherit their child in order to maintain his or her eligibility for government benefits such as Medi-Cal, Supplemental Security Income (SSI), and...
by Snyder Law PC | Oct 14, 2020 | Elder Law, Estate Planning, Snyder Blog
You may see it coming: Much as you want to and hard as you try, you just can’t take care of your ill spouse at home anymore. At this emotionally difficult time, the last thing you need is the stress of not knowing where to find the money to pay for the steep costs of...
by michellefoster | Oct 13, 2020 | Estate Planning, Snyder Blog
If I had a dollar for every time someone asked this question when creating an estate plan… well, you get the point. There’s a common belief that if you want to disinherit an heir, say an adult child, that you should leave them $1 and nothing more in your will or...
by michellefoster | Oct 6, 2020 | Estate Planning, Snyder Blog
As part of the estate planning process, Irvine trust lawyers will always encourage clients to have open conversations with the person they intend to appoint as their Successor Trustee to ensure that they actually want the job if called upon. There are many...
by Snyder Law | Sep 25, 2020 | Estate Planning, Snyder Blog
While the Last Will and Testament is an important estate planning tool, Orange County trust and estates lawyers want clients to be aware that there are certain things it won’t accomplish. To start, a Last Will and Testament will only come into effect after you’ve...
by Snyder Law | Sep 12, 2020 | Estate Planning, Snyder Blog
Estate plans usually concern who will get what, like money, jewelry, the house, and family heirlooms after a person dies. Little thought, though, is given to what will happen to debts when they die and what happens to a mortgage after you pass away? Many people expect...
by Snyder Law | Aug 17, 2020 | Estate Planning, Snyder Blog
“What’s the worst that can happen if I get sick or pass away without an estate plan in place?” This is a common question our Irvine will lawyers receive, especially from those in close-knit families who believe that their kids (or other loved ones) will...
by michellefoster | Aug 9, 2020 | Estate Planning, Snyder Blog
If you’re worried about the possibility that you or a loved one could become ill or worse due to the novel coronavirus, you’re not alone. The new spikes in cases across the country and fears of a second wave are anxiety-provoking. While none of us can...
by Snyder Law | Aug 6, 2020 | Estate Planning, Snyder Blog
Dealing with outstanding financial affairs after the loss of a loved one can be extremely difficult. Our probate attorneys often hear from clients who would rather do anything else than think about money after their loved one’s passing. Unfortunately, death comes with...
by Snyder Law | Jul 28, 2020 | Estate Planning
Comprehensive healthcare directives, which are an essential part of your estate plan, include: A Living Will;Healthcare Agent Designation; andA HIPAA Medical Release. The older we get the more health issues are likely to occur, and without the proper legal...
by Snyder Law | Jul 21, 2020 | Estate Planning, Planning for Families, Snyder Blog
Typically, adult children have three options when they inherit a house from their parents: they can move in, sell, or rent it out. If you and/or your siblings inherit your parent’s house and don’t really know what to do, we’d suggest contacting an estate...
by Snyder Law | Jul 14, 2020 | Estate Planning, Snyder Blog
Are you in your twenties or thirties? You’ve probably heard about the importance of Wills and Trusts by now, but you may feel like you’re still too young or just don’t have enough assets to warrant any estate planning yet. As a trust attorney, I can tell you that it’s...
by Snyder Law | Jul 6, 2020 | Estate Planning, Snyder Blog
Have you recently completed your estate plan with a will and trust lawyer? Congratulations! The hardest part is done. While you work to tie up any loose ends or “fund” your trust if necessary, now is also the time to give serious thought as to where you will store...
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