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Estate Planning: Why you still need a will and power of attorney even if you have a trust

A revocable living trust is one of the most effective estate planning tools in California. It allows your assets to avoid probate, provides for smooth management during incapacity and ensures an efficient distribution after death. However, having a trust alone does...

Popeye

Aug 6, 2024 | Comics & Games

The Spats

Aug 6, 2024 | Comics & Games

Amber Waves

Aug 6, 2024 | Comics & Games

Mountain Musings with Uncle Mott – I Love Rock & Roll

Jul 30, 2024 | Uncle Mott

The other day, I was walkin’ down Lake Drive, toward Goodwins, when I came across one of my fans, a voluptuous blond gal named Lil, but everyone knows her as Nancy… Hmmm? So, I asked her, “Where ya goin’, honey? And she sez “Seattle, mister, where’re you goin’?” So, I...

Dear Sidney – 08/01/2024

Jul 30, 2024 | Dear Sidney

As a retiree, I was lucky this summer to land a fun position at a kid-friendly themed restaurant down the hill, although the hairy costume is awfully warm. I believe I got the job because of my experience in musical theatre and a small stint in a barbershop quartet....

Ask The Realtor – Navigating the new real estate rules: How California home sellers must adapt

Jul 29, 2024 | Ask the Realtor

Selling a house in California after Aug. 17, 2024, will undergo significant changes due to the recent settlement agreement between the Department of Justice (DOJ) and the National Association of Realtors (NAR). This landmark settlement aims to reshape the real estate...