Category Archives: Divorce Estate Planning
Who Gets the House When a Married Couple Are Separated And the Spouse In the House Dies? Learn How to Protect Your Rights
Who gets the house when husband and wife are separated at time of death? Question: Husband and wife own house together in California as joint tenants. They split in 2001, after which wife is the only occupant of the home. She pays all of the property taxes, utilities, and maintenance thereafter.They never seek a divorce… Read More »
Californians Going Through Divorce Should Address Their Estate Plan
Summary: One should consider starting on one’s estate plan modifications prior to completing your divorce. A living trust empowers Californians by avoiding probate, ensuring privacy, and adapting to life’s twists and turns. A living trust should be the basis of a California residents estate plan. Introduction: As soon as you know that your marriage is… Read More »