by Crista Hermance | Mar 9, 2026 | wills, California, Parenting, Living Trust, Living Will, Inheritance, trustee, funding, add child to home title
Do you know how to protect your child’s inheritance from bankruptcy in California? If someone receives an inheritance outright and later faces bankruptcy or serious debt, those assets may become vulnerable to creditors. For families in Ventura County and... 
by Crista Hermance | Feb 25, 2026 | Estate Planning, California, Usa, Attorney, Parenting, tax, Divorce, Planning, Marriage Planning, beneficiary designations, taxes, funding, Co-ownership
Many California parents consider adding their child to their home title to avoid probate. However, this strategy can trigger property tax reassessment, expose the home to your child’s creditors or divorce, complicate Medi-Cal planning, and create capital gains tax... 
by Crista Hermance | Feb 10, 2026 | Estate Planning, California, Usa, Probate, court, executor, Inheritance, beneficiary designations, trustee, funding
Online estate planning tools promise quick, affordable solutions, but many California families discover too late that these documents fail when tested by real life. Without proper legal guidance, families risk probate, conservatorship, and costly court... 
by Crista Hermance | Feb 5, 2026 | Estate Planning, wills, Attorney, Parenting, Living Trust, Living Will, Probate, Transfer, Blended Families, Parenting Featured, Divorce, Assets, Marriage Planning, Cohabitating, Holiday, executor, crisis, trustee, funding, unmarried, 2026
Estate planning isn’t just paperwork — it’s one of the most practical ways married couples protect each other. This Valentine’s Day, California spouses should review key legal decisions that affect health care, finances, property, and legacy. Why Valentine’s Day Is a... 
by Crista Hermance | Jan 30, 2026 | Estate Planning, California, Usa, Attorney, Consultation, Trust administration, Parenting, Living Trust, court, executor, beneficiary designations, trustee, funding
Naming co-trustees in a California family trust often sounds fair, but it can create delays, conflict, and court involvement. Many Ventura families unknowingly increase legal risk by appointing multiple trustees instead of one clear decision-maker. Why Families Choose... 
by Crista Hermance | Jan 16, 2026 | Estate Planning, California, Consultation, Trust administration, Living Trust, Probate, Planning, Assets, Marriage Planning, trustee, funding
Estate planning in California looks very different for renters and homeowners. Whether you rent or own in Southern California, the right estate plan depends on what you own, how it’s titled, and who you want to protect. Why Estate Planning Is Not “One Size Fits All”... 
