California Legal Implications: The Care Custodian Presumption A recent California appellate court decision, Robinson v. Gutierrez, has clarified strict rules regarding gifts left to caregivers in estate plans. In this case, a... Read more »
California Legal Implications: Special Needs Trusts and Medi-Cal Payback Rules In the significant case of *Gonzalez v. City National Bank*, the California Court of Appeal clarified a critical rule regarding Special Needs... Read more »
If you’re planning to buy your first home in 2026, getting your finances in order is a critical step. As you move through the closing process and settle in, it’s also important... Read more »
A fight over ground-floor retail mandates could become one of the most consequential zoning debates of 2026, with Washington state lawmakers moving to curb mandatory storefronts in new residential buildings. A bill... Read more »
Maryland doesn’t need to dig up its rural areas to solve its decade and a half of sluggish homebuilding, leaders say. Members of Maryland’s Senate Committee on Education, Energy, and the Environment... Read more »
For seniors planning their legacy, families managing estate transitions, and anyone seeking trustworthy legal guidance in California When you’re preparing advance healthcare directives, creating a living will, or establishing a comprehensive estate... Read more »
If you or a loved one may need nursing home care or assisted living in California, understanding the new Medi-Cal asset transfer rules is critical to protecting your family’s financial security. The... Read more »
If you’ve been named as an executor or personal representative for someone who died during a pending divorce, you’re facing one of the most complex scenarios in California probate law. This guide... Read more »
Changes apply to all FHA-insured single-family forward mortgages and reverse mortgages. At its core, HUD is tightening the connection between an appraiser’s state license and their ability to perform FHA work, while... Read more »
The letter was signed by NRMLA President Steve Irwin. “We commend the sponsors for introducing this bill as it provides necessary clarity and common-sense regulatory relief that directly supports the core function... Read more »