No-Contest Clauses in California: What Tony Hsieh’s Will Teaches Us About Protecting Your Wishes When Zappos co-founder Tony Hsieh passed away in 2020, it was widely believed he didn’t leave behind a will. But a recently discovered document shows that not only did he have a plan—he had some strong opinions about how that plan…
What Are Your Options for Burial or Cremation in California? When most people think about estate planning, they think about wills, trusts, and protecting assets. But one of the most personal — and often overlooked — parts of the planning process is deciding how you want your remains handled after you’re gone. This is something…
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New California Law Simplifies Probate for Homes Under $750,000 – What You Need to Know Beginning April 1, 2025, California’s probate system will offer a simpler, more efficient way to transfer a loved one’s primary residence—provided the home is valued under $750,000. Thanks to Assembly Bill 2016 (AB 2016), families may be able to avoid the full probate process…
Trust Administration’s Cold Case: What If a Beneficiary Goes Missing? A trust is designed to ensure that your assets reach the right hands, but what happens when a key player in this mystery—your beneficiary—vanishes without a trace? Imagine your trustee as a seasoned detective, magnifying glass in hand, sifting through old records and following cold…
