Will the government take my mom's mobile home after she passes for reimbursement of Medi-Cal?

Under the current California law, the state could go after the Mobil-home, but the law will change on January 1st 2017. Under the new law they will...

How should I protect myself and is this advise from her sister good for her?

It would be best for her to meet with an attorney that can visit her without you present to help her do her planning. This is for your protection....

How do I set up a living will and trust for my mom and do I need a lawyer to do that?

Your mom should visit an Elder Law attorney. There are issues she should consider other than just probate avoidance. There is a great deal of value...

Do we need a "General" or "Durable" Power of Attorney ? Where can we find an appropriate form to download or buy? Thank you!

You probably need a "general durable power of attorney for financial matters" I agree with all the comments that you seek the advice of a lawyer,...

What kind of deeds to use to transfer properties back to trust & revoke power of attorney & tax exemptions forms

If your father signed a deed transferring property to your sibling, or someone used a valid power of attorney to transfer property the that...

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It is possible you need it, but probably not. Letters testamentary (letters) are required when there is a probate. Usually when one of the main...

Under California law, you will still have to give him a formal accounting if he demands one. I recommend being as transparent with him as possible....

How do I plan this if he's in the facility,

He does not need an ID for a will in California. He can even do a handwritten will and it can be valid. For a handwritten will it must be in his...

Is a Certificate of Trust for a Reverse Mortgage sufficient in CA? The Lender is requiring a copy of the ENTIRE TRUST

You don't have to give them the trust, but they don't hav to give you a loan. You can rely on the code and feel stronger in your position if a...

Can I get some insight into what the bank (or anyone) would consider acceptable assingment and why must it be from attorney?

The key here is going to be the terms of the trust. You are going to want to look for specific provisions for how a trustee can be appointed in the...