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Living in San Francisco
San Francisco is the 16th most populous city in the United States and is world-famous as a thriving hub of business, arts, and culture. It has about 881,000 people who live together within a relatively small area of about 47 square miles. It frequently lands in the Top 10 Best Places to Live in the U.S.
Living here is like living nowhere else. There are trendsetting restaurants, iconic landmarks, quirky independently owned shops, and some of the world’s biggest and best-known companies like Uber, Visa, Airbnb, Levi Strauss, Twitter, and Yelp. Right here in the San Francisco Bay area, we have tech giants like Apple and Google who are helping to shape the world.
Estate Planning in San Francisco
A meticulously designed Estate Plan establishes a sturdy framework for the future, securing your family in the event of your passing or incapacity, and granting authority to your chosen representative to handle financial or health-related matters on your behalf when necessary. Our customized estate plan approach aims to understand your unique circumstances and goals, creating a plan to transfer your assets, knowledge, and values to your beneficiaries effectively.
A standard Estate plan typically includes an Active Trust, Last Will, Enduring Financial Proxy, and Health Care Instructions. Whether you’re beginning your first inheritance plan or updating an existing one, our methodology ensures confidence that your intentions will be honored. For Estate Planning in San Francisco, contact us today at 415-753-6200.
FAQ about Estate Planning
Why do need an Estate Plan?
An Estate Plan protects your family, your assets, and provides peace of mind. Taking action now ensures that your assets will be utilized according to your wishes.
What is an Estate plan?
An Estate Plan safeguards and maintains your assets if you die or become incapacitated. We recommend every inheritance plan include the following documents:
Living Trust (Revocable Trust)
A Will
A legal declaration outlining how you want your property distributed after death.
Springing Power of Attorney
This document grants another person authority over your finances, remaining valid until your passing or revocation.
Advanced Health Care Directive:
Why is an Estate Plan essential?
A well-crafted Estate Plan protects your family and assets if you die or become incapacitated, helping to avoid probate.
How important is Estate Planning?
An Estate Plan allows control over how your property and assets are distributed after death and ensures your wishes are followed during incapacity. It helps avoid costly court processes and legal complexities.
Why do I need an Estate Planning attorney?
An inheritance planning attorney assists in creating a comprehensive strategy for managing and distributing your assets and understands the legal aspects involved, ensuring proper execution. For assistance with inheritance planning in San Francisco, contact Bassin Law.
Contact Us in San Francisco
At Bassin law we truly care about the people of San Francisco and California. Our Estate planning attorneys are here to help you! We believe you should be able to rest and recover while we handle the legal details.
Contact us today Call 415-753-5245.
What if I’m Not Sure I need an Estate plan?
Everyone needs an estate Plan! We can help determine what plan is right for you. From simple wills and trusts to complex high value estates we have packages for all kinds of families with all kinds of assets. If you are uncertain what estate plan is right for you Contact us Today and we will help you figure out what is right for you! Call 415-753-5245.