Its a layman’s knowledge that Estate Planning avoids a full probate in the State of California. This section of informative blogs are posted by John B Palley, a Certified Specialist in Estate Planning, Trust and Probate Law as determined by the State Bar of California Board of Legal Specialization. His Practice focused on probate, trusts and estate planning since 1994.

John B Palley helps in Estate Planning for those in need in the entire State of California, viz., Los Angeles, Sacramento, Roseville, Yolo, Elk Grove, Carmichael, Folsom, Granite Bay, Fresno, San Bernardino, Alameda, Orange County, Modoc, Amador, Napa, Shasta, Calaveras, Contra Costa, Kern, San Luis Obispo, Placer County, Riverside, Solano, Mountain View, San Diego, Monterey, Santa Cruz, etc.

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Learn About California Estate Planning Options


Will vs TrustWhich is best for you?

Estate TaxesEver changing and up to 55% – don’t ignore them!

Qualified Personal Residence TrustsQPRT’s are an incredible way to protect your house.

Buy-Sell AgreementsIf you own a business don’t forget to put the buy-sell agreement in writing!

Irrevocable Live Insurance Trust ILIT’s provide tax savings savings and asset protection!

Special Needs TrustsKeep your benefits!

Family Limited PartnershipsFliP’s or FLLC’s are a great way to own real estate and business interests.

EP for petsProtect Fido after you are gone!

When to Review Your EPDeath, Divorce, Kids, Grandkids, Money, and more.

Charitable TrustsGive to your favorite charity and reduce taxes!

EP GlossaryLots of words and acronyms. Learn about them all here!

Writing your Own WillAvoid this mistake.

EP MisconceptionsThere is a lot of bad information out there!

State of California WillThey can’t balance a budget do you want them giving away your estate after you die?

Basic Estate PlanningEverybody needs some sort of plan. Learn what’s right for you.

Asset ProtectionLitigation and creditors are rampant – protect yourself!

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