Helene P.Dreyer Koch is an estate planning attorney in Indian Wells, California, focusing on Wills, Trusts and Probate. She is also a skilled legal writer and dynamic public speaker. (760) 360-2400.
Category Archives: Estate (Will) Administration
Top 10 Mistakes People Make in Estate Planning, Wills and Trusts: # 4 – Failure to Avoid Probate
California probate is well worth avoiding! Unlike many states, where probate of a will is a fairly quick and easy process, California probate is expensive, time consuming and very public. California probate is very expensive. The probate court filing fees … Continue reading
20 Advantages to Having a Trust (Part E: Easier Planning Than Using a Will)
Why should I make a trust? This is a common question. In this series of posts, here’s twenty great reasons to have a trust! Part E: Trusts Are Easier to Use than Wills. 17. A Will is easier to challenge than … Continue reading
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How Much Does a Probate Cost?
California Probate is Very Expensive. The expense of a California Probate depends upon three considerations: costs, compensation, and contests. Court Costs and Fees. The first component, “costs,” means expenses charged by third parties, such as court fees, publication costs, court … Continue reading
