Should I Have a Living Trust in California?
In California, you should seriously consider a living trust if you:
- Own your own home or any other real property
- Your total assets total more than $208,850
- You own property in multiple states
- You value privacy for your family (probate is a public process)
- You want to avoid an up to 18 month probate
- You have a blended family or complex family situation
- You want protection if you become incapacitated
A revocable living trust remains the most comprehensive and effective estate planning tool for most California homeowners and anyone with significant assets.
How Staker|Johnson Can Help
As a California estate planning law firm specializing in living trusts since 1985, we have the knowledge and experience to guide you through your estate planning decisions. Our team can help you:
- Determine whether a living trust is right for your situation
- Understand how the new probate thresholds affect your estate
- Create a comprehensive estate plan tailored to your family’s needs
- Properly fund your trust to ensure it works as intended
To learn more about living trusts, or if you would like a free consultation to learn if a living trust is right for you, please do not hesitate to contact us at (805) 482-2282, or e-mail us. Our office is located in Ventura County, CA – we serve clients throughout the state.
It is our privilege to guide clients through estate planning decisions
