Wow! The questions just keep coming! Seems that folks want to ask an attorney questions about things like inheritance, prenuptial agreements, (commonly referred to as a “pre-nup”) and how to balance having enough money for your your Autumn years while giving financial gifts to your family now. Topics like these and the questions that arise every day are […]
When one person asks an attorney a question, there are hundreds, even thousands more people who have that exact same question in their head. That is why my blog features an ongoing series of posts that answers frequently asked questions as they arise. Because none of us want to be a burden to our loved […]
Whether it’s about a conservatorship, a trust or power of attorney, it seems that people always want to “ask an attorney.” I am happy to give a listen and help where I can. It’s one of the reasons I offer a free 30 minute consultation to those in the Los Gatos and San Jose area […]
People want to “ask an attorney” all sorts of questions about their estate plan – it is a very natural response when they find out what I do. This is one of the reasons I love speaking to groups. It can be a group of business professionals, seniors, or a neighborhood association. I have spoken […]
When people call me, wanting to “ask an attorney,” it is often about aging parents, paranoid elders, living trusts, and power of attorney. Below you will find answers to some of the more frequently asked questions. They may be of help to you or a friend. This is something most of us face. It can […]
Folks often call with questions they want to ask an attorney about their aging parents. Some of the parents have a Living Trust, others do not. Questions about Power of Attorney and Conservatorship are frequent. This is something most of us face. It can be a difficult time and present us with challenges we never […]
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Some of you may know that a Living Trust is also known as a Revocable Trust. Furthermore, it is a legal document which places your assets into a Trust during one’s lifetime. Upon one’s death the assets are then transferred to the stated beneficiaries by the person chosen as the Successor Trustee. This quick and easy […]
Let’s begin with a simple Q & A… QUESTION: How could the terms of my trust increase capital gains tax? ANSWER: If you have a trust drafted prior to 2012, you may have an old trust that was drafted to minimize estate tax at the expense of increasing capital gains tax. If you fail to update […]
Back in July and August of 2017 we wrote a couple articles about financial abuse targeted at seniors. Did you see them? Elder Care – Signs of Financial Abuse – In this article we looked at the warning signs that need to be seen as Red Flags getting us to pay close attention! Tips to […]
Diane Brown, ESQ.
Certified Specialist: Estate Planning,
Trusts and Probate
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