Having an Estate Plan is More Than Just Having a Will
Many people think that estate planning is only for the super-rich. This couldn’t be further from the truth. Estate planning is for everyone who owns assets. Estate planning is all about minimizing risks, and ensuring all your assets are inherited... Read More →
Top 4 Estate Planning Mistakes
Many people mistakenly think that estate planning is only for the elite. Even if you have few assets, you need to create an estate plan. Period. Creating a good estate plan is one of the most effective ways to ensure... Read More →
Estate Planning Vs. Retirement Planning
While estate planning involves creating a plan for the transfer of the creator’s estate to their beneficiaries after their death, retirement planning is the process of setting retirement income goals and taking steps to achieve these goals. Creating an estate... Read More →
Why a Will is Crucial for the Sole Director and Shareholder
If you operate a small company, writing a will should top your priority list. Small business owners who die without a will inadvertently create problems for their loved ones who want to assume control of the business after their demise.... Read More →
What Happens to an Estate If There is No Will or Trust?
Many people think that estate and will planning is only for the elite. Nothing could be further from the truth. If you have an asset (can be anything from a bike to a private airplane), you need to create a... Read More →
7 Keys to Choosing the Right Lawyer for Your Business
Every business needs a good lawyer by its side. An experienced lawyer works to protect the business interests and legal rights of their clients. They help their clients develop contracts and secure the best terms for them. In case of... Read More →
The Dos and Don’ts of Administering a Special Needs Trust
A special needs trust, also known as supplemental needs trust, is generally a standalone document that can also be a part of testaments and last will. Bestowed with official legal status in the year 1993 by the United States Congress,... Read More →
When is the Right Time to Start Estate Planning?
If you have an estate that requires ownership attention, you should start looking for elder law attorneys in Santa Rosa. With aging, things can get uncertain. But with years of experience in your life, you should take control of your... Read More →
An Elder Law Attorney Guide to Understand About Income Sources After Retirement
Elder law attorneys are advocates for elderly people and their families. They handle a wide range of legal matters that affect the elderly or disabled, which includes issues related to retirement, health care, plans for long term care, guardianship, Medicare/Medicaid,... Read More →
Why Death Cleaning Should be Part of Santa Rosa Estate Planning with Your Attorney
When committing to estate planning, it’s imperative you have a full understanding of the process and the challenges ahead. Our team at Johnston & Associates are experts in this area, and in this latest post, we’ll explain more about death... Read More →