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How to Contest a Will or TrustMany estates struggle through years of probate or litigation because a valid estate plan was not in place.
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Laureate Planning - Planning for the High Net Worth ClientGoralka Law Firm (of Sacramento CA) provides sophisticated planning for a variety of high net worth clients.
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Preserve Your Estate with a Living TrustThe absence of a valid estate plan means the state will decide how to distribute your estate, and it may not be the desired heirs.
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Medi-Cal Protection Planning: Asset Protection for SeniorsWhen a person enters a nursing home or skilled nursing facility and cannot pay, then Medi-Cal is usually the source of funds for payment.
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Providing for Troubled Heirs Using Estate Planning StrategiesJohn Goralka (of Sacramento CA) writes about the safest and most thoughtful way to leave money to young or troubled heirs and children.
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Supreme Court Decision on Inherited IRA CaseYou want your children to inherit your IRA if you die before it is cashed out, but how can you protect it from bankruptcy and other threats? Find out here.
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The Qualified Personal Residence Trust ("QPRT")John Goralka (of Sacramento CA) explains how to minimize the estate tax by using a Qualified Personal Residence Trust (QPRT).
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The Charitable Lead Annuity Trust (CLAT) Is a Useful Tool for Tax SavingsA properly structured Charitable Lead Annuity Trust (CLAT) can be a useful tool for those seeking an income tax deduction before December 31st. Learn more here.
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Avoid California State Income Tax with the NING TrustCalifornia has the highest combined federal and state income tax rates in the nation. Learn what you can do to protect your estate!
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The Ins and Outs of IRS Collection ActionsJohn Goralka (of Sacramento CA) highlights some of the ins and outs of what happens when you owe the IRS money.
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The Unique Beneficiary Controlled TrustJohn Goralka uses special trusts and planning tactics to provide the best type of planning for your family and unique situation.
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You Have an Estate Plan, but Will Your Kids Be Ready to Inherit?With the help of our estate planning team, you can create an estate plan that passes your values on to the next generation. We explain how we do this here.