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Can the Transfer of Real Property in California Cause a Reassessment of Your Annual Property Taxes?
Be careful when transferring real property in California, or your annual property taxes might get reassessed. That’s right! If you transfer real property from an individual to another entity, this changes the ownership of that property. When this occurs, the transfer will trigger a property tax reassessment. In November 2020, voters approved California Prop… Read More »
4 Ways a Business Lawyer Can Support Your Startup
If you are starting a new business, you know the myriad of issues you must address—and how overwhelming it can feel. With so much to do, it’s easy to let some of your startup’s most vital legal components slip through the cracks. You may not want to allocate money to hire a business lawyer… Read More »
Nevada Asset Protection Trusts – An Overview
A Nevada Asset Protection Trust (“NAPT”) is a way to structure assets that will minimize the risk of loss due to lawsuits, divorce, or excessive taxation. The asset protection trust is also known as a “spendthrift” trust. This type of trust directs the Trustee to afford maintenance and support of a named beneficiary, while… Read More »
Nevada Series LLC – An Overview
The state of Nevada allows the formation of a “series LLC.” But what is a series LLC, and how can it benefit you and your business? A series LLC is a more flexible and unique limited liability company. Essentially, a Nevada Series LLC consists of a “parent” LLC, with added divisions, known as series,… Read More »
When Do You Need a Revocable Trust?
In Nevada, the probate process is complex. As a result, loved ones are often forced to wait through lengthy and costly probate during their time of grief. If you wish to spare your loved ones this stress and worry, it is important to consider a revocable living trust. Take the time to set up… Read More »
If You Have Minor Children and Life Insurance, You Need Estate Planning
Many couples believe that if they do not have large assets, they do not need an estate plan. This is not true! If you have life insurance or if you have children, you need an estate plan to help guide what happens after you are gone. Without one, the courts will have the ultimate… Read More »
What to Look for When Choosing an Estate Planning Attorney
Estate planning is a crucial puzzle piece of financial planning—yet both are tasks that many Americans try their best to ignore. Procrastination—particularly when dealing with our eventual demise—is understandable yet can be a huge mistake. Think about this: Do you really want to leave your loved ones struggling with grief as well as dealing… Read More »