Category Archives: beneficiaries

Avoiding Probate

There are several ways to avoid probate in California, and it would be wise to consult an estate planner to discuss which method of transfer to beneficiaries would suit your particular circumstance. Taking a property in joint tenancy keeps a … Continue reading

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Per Capita vs. Per Stirpes

Often in wills or trusts, an individual will designate the shares given to individuals as “per capita” or “per stirpes.”  What is the difference?  Per capita means “per individual.”  This means that if someone says, “I give to my children … Continue reading

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