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Michael Jackson's Death - Why YOU Need Your Estate Planning Documents in Order

Posted On 6/29/2009

The sudden death of Michael Jackson serves as a reminder to everyone that, no matter your age, you need to have your estate planning in order. The pop superstar died on Thursday, June 25th at 50 years old. The media is speculating as to how his estate will be handled and the future of his young children. No public statement has been made in regard to his personal planning and the media and the nation will wait anxiously to see how this unfolds. If Michael Jackson prepared a Trust the public will most likely never know the details as it will be held private, however, if he had a Will it becomes part of public record. In the state of California, a Will needs to be presented within 30 days. Jackson's assets, royalties and the amount of debt he had accumulated most likely will lead to lengthy battles over his estate.

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American Academy of Estate Planning Attorneys Recognized by Money Magazine Again

Posted On 5/29/2009

Carolyn Bigdas article "Rethink Your Legacy" in the June issue of Money Magazine explores the five questions you should be asking regarding your estate. The article recommends the American Academys website, www.aaepa.com, as a source to find a qualified estate planning attorney. The Associate Director of Education at the Academy, Steve Hartnett, was also interviewed in the article and lent his expertise to one of the five questions. This is the fifth mention of finding a quality attorney on the American Academys members list by Money Magazine in the last 21 issues.

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Local Estate Planning Attorney Invited To Speak About “Five Myths of Estate Planning”

Posted On 3/16/2009

Ensenada, Mexico, March 07, 2009, Attorney Mike S. Manesh was asked to speak on a Cruise to Ensenada on Five Myths of Estate Planning to hundreds of families who were present on Dr. Farhang Holakouee’s Crusie.

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Consumer Reports Recommends American Academy

Posted On 1/29/2009

The American Academy of Estate Planning Attorneys was recommended in the January 2009 Consumer Reports Money Adviser newsletter. The article “How to Avoid Inheritance Feuds” focuses on techniques for avoiding conflict after a loved one passes away.

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How to Take Title on Your Property

Posted On 1/13/2009

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5 Reasons Not to Hold Assets in Joint Ownership

Posted On 1/13/2009

Top five reasons why you should not hold assets in joint ownership with anyone including your spouse

By: Mike S. Manesh
Attorney at Law

There is a widespread misconception that if you hold property in joint tenancy with another individual including your spouse or children, there is really no need to do any estate planning such as trust, will, or durable power of attorney. This article explains some of the inadvertent negative impacts of holding joint property and the disadvantages of not having an estate plan.

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Tax Consequences of Intra-Family Loans

Posted On 1/8/2009

Intra-Family Loans, if made without full understanding of the tax laws, may have unintended tax consequences. This article is designed to illustrate the importance of this concept. However, readers are advised to contact their own tax advisors and accountants for their particular circumstances or concerns.

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