Elder Law & Estate Planning Articles — Page 15 of 33
Probate-Safe Assets
Assets That Are Not Subject To Probate Not all assets are subject to probate. For instance, life insurance policies that name a specific beneficiary are not subject to probate. If however,…What Are The Intestate Rights Of Inheritance In Probate Upon The Death Of A Married Person?
The rights of inheritance from a person who died intestate, and who was married at the time of death, will depend upon the nature of the particular asset being probated. Assets of the…Medi-Cal Regulations 2018
Medi-Cal Community Spouse Resource Allowance (CSRA) As of January 1, 2018 When one spouse applies for Medi-Cal, the state will look at the assets of both spouses for qualification of the…What Assets Can Be Administered By The Probate Court When The Decedent’s Will Is Filed?
Only certain assets left through a person’s will can be administered through a probate proceeding. For a married person, all of his or her separate property, which is in that person’s name…The Probate Spousal Property Petition
Assets that pass to a surviving spouse can be confirmed to the surviving spouse, through a petition process in probate court. This is not a full probate, and is called a “Spousal Property…How Long Does A Probate Usually Take?
Probate proceedings typically take about a year to complete, and can take even longer depending on the assets and complexities of the case. After the petition is filed, notices are given…What Happens To A Mortgage During Probate?
Many probates involve real estate where a mortgage or loan, is secured by a deed of trust which is recorded against title of the subject real property. Properly recorded mortgages survive…Items Generally Exempted for Medi-Cal Qualification
If you apply for Medi-Cal, the following list includes items that are generally exempted for qualification. Your home is exempted if it is your principal residence. When applying for…Probate Estate
The Personal Representative of the Probate Estate When a probate is filed, the court will appoint a Personal Representative of the estate. This personal representative will be identified in…Durable Powers Of Attorney (POA) For Young Adults
We usually don’t think estate planning documents are necessary for younger adults. But consider the potential need for financial and health care powers of attorney for them. We received a…
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