Finding the right way to express certain wishes in any situation can be difficult. However, depending on the circumstances, ensuring that others know those wishes may be vital. For instance, California residents can greatly benefit from making their wishes known regarding serious issues with their health and end-of-life wishes. Wills, along with other planning tools, can help them express those desires.
Loved ones' remaining debts are handled through probate
After a close loved one's death, especially a parent, surviving family may be uncertain about how to handle certain tasks. Certainly, handling the funeral and related duties take top priority, but afterward, many aspects of closing a California estate need to be addressed. Typically, this happens through probate, but adult children may not know when or how to take action regarding their parents' finances.
Creating a master information document for your survivors
Setting up wills, trusts and powers of attorney are very important aspects of an estate plan. At the same time, it is important to make sure that your loved ones and administrators have the information they need at the end of your life so that things can go smoothly.
