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Happy Veteran's Day
I hope you are all having a great day enjoying freedom! Thank you to all the United States Armed Forces members and their families for...

Russell C. Miller, Esq.
Nov 12, 20241 min read
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Election Night 2024 - Make Patriotism Normal Again
It is 10:20p.m. on November 5, 2024. Donald J. Trump, President Donald J. Trump, just won the great state of Pennsylvania. His electoral...

Russell C. Miller, Esq.
Nov 6, 20244 min read
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What Happens When you Die Without an Estate Plan in California
Planning for the inevitable may seem daunting, but without proper preparation, your loved ones could face unnecessary legal complications...

Russell C. Miller, Esq.
Oct 28, 20244 min read
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Probate and Trust Administration Details that TV and Movies Get Wrong
There are many Probate and Trust Administration Details that TV and Movies Get Wrong. While television and movies provide great...

Russell C. Miller, Esq.
Oct 28, 20244 min read
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What Happens to Real Estate With a Mortgage When an owner Dies?
A great question is: What happens to real estate with a mortgage when an owner dies? Your mortgage, like the rest of your debt, does not...

Russell C. Miller, Esq.
Oct 25, 20245 min read
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California Law, Digital Assets, and Your Estate Plan
Estate Planning for Digital Assets under California Law. Ensure your loved ones can access your digital accounts upon disability or death

Russell C. Miller, Esq.
Oct 23, 20243 min read
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5 Essential Legal Documents You Need for Incapacity Planning
Comprehensive estate planning involves more than just planning for your legacy after your death, avoiding probate, and reducing taxes....

Russell C. Miller, Esq.
Oct 23, 20244 min read
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Who Should Be Your Successor Trustee?
If you have a revocable living trust, you probably named yourself as the initial trustee so that you can continue to manage your...

Russell C. Miller, Esq.
Oct 22, 20244 min read
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What Happens to an Adult Child Living at Home When Their Parents Pass Away?
Today, more young adults are living at home with their parents than at any time since the 1940s. While opinions differ on the reasons...

Russell C. Miller, Esq.
Oct 16, 20243 min read
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Date of Death Appraisal for "Step-Up" in Basis: Reasons a widow or widower should get a date of death appraisal on the home
A widow should consider getting a date of death appraisal with the probate referee to reset the basis for several important reasons: 1....

Russell C. Miller, Esq.
Jun 18, 20243 min read
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Who Will Care for Your Child When You Cannot? Naming a Guardian for Your Children
Being a parent entails the duty of looking after your underage child. This typically involves waking them up for school, ensuring they...

Russell C. Miller, Esq.
Jun 3, 20245 min read
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Are Pensions Treated the Same in Your Estate Plan as Other Retirement Accounts? Individual Retirement Plans and Pensions
The first private pension plan in the United States was established in the late 1800s. Through 1980, nearly 40 percent of Americans were...

Russell C. Miller, Esq.
May 15, 20246 min read
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5 Essential Legal Documents You Need for Disability and Incapacity Planning
Comprehensive estate planning involves more than just planning for your legacy after your death, avoiding probate, and reducing taxes....

Russell C. Miller, Esq.
May 9, 20244 min read
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Navigating the Nest: The Impact of Boomerang Kids Living at Home on Estate Planning and Property Titles
Today more young adults are living at home with their parents than at any time since the 1940s. While there are many different opinions...

Russell C. Miller, Esq.
May 9, 20246 min read
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What Can I Not Do as Trustmaker and Trustee of a Revocable Living Trust?
Wills and living trusts are two of the most fundamental estate planning documents. While both accomplish the same primary objective in an...

Russell C. Miller, Esq.
May 8, 20243 min read
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