The Law Offices of Daniel Hunt

Will California's Proposition 19 help or hurt you and your heirs? Here's a quick overview of how Prop 19 will change property transfer exclusion rules. If you or someone you know needs legal counsel regarding Prop 19's impact on a specific estate, our office is here to help. Learn more at dhtrustlaw.com. This video is solely for the purpose of education and should not be construed in any way to represent an attorney-client relationship between the Law Offices of Daniel A. Hunt and the viewer.

Will CA Prop 19 help or hurt you and your heirs? Learn how this new law could affect your Estate Plan on our blog: https://dhtrustlaw.com/how-prop-19-could-affect-your-estat/ #estateplanning #prop19 #california #taxlaw

If you're a trustee, you're entitled to "reasonable" compensation for your time and efforts. But learning the rules for taking a trustee fee is critical to protect against litigation. Check out these quick tips; more detail is on our blog: https://dhtrustlaw.com/how-to-take-a-trustee-fee-in-califo/ #trustadministration #Trustee #trust #lawfirm #sacramento #california

If you're a Trustee, it's important to know which expenses the trust can and can't reimburse you for. Here's a basic overview. Find more details on how to get reimbursed as a trustee on our blog: https://dhtrustlaw.com/how-to-get-reimbursed-as-trustee/ #trustadministration #Trustee #EstatePlanning #attorney #lawfirm #sacramento

We feel grateful to International Rescue Committee in Sacramento for allowing us to participate a second time in their Winter Welcome program. Thanks to them, our office adopted a recently arrived refugee family for the holiday season. Besides simple toiletries, our family only requested ONE gift: a good pair of shoes to help them work a job which requires many hours of standing. It touched our hearts to provide these simple items and welcome our new neighbors to the Sacramento community.

"Can I administer a trust on my own (WITHOUT an attorney's help)?" Legally, yes, you can. But just because you CAN, doesn't mean you should! Here are 4 reasons to hire an experienced trust attorney when administering a trust. More details at:... https://dhtrustlaw.com/can-i-administer-a-trust-on-my-own/

If you're engaged, you might be wondering: Do I need a pre-nuptial agreement? Many people create a prenup and an estate plan (or update their existing estate plan) at the same time, prior to a new marriage. In this video, we'll outline 4 reasons to create a prenup and explain what happens if you don't create one in California. If you or someone you know needs a pre-nuptial agreement, our office is here to help. Learn more at dhtrustlaw.com.... This video is solely for the purpose of education and should not be construed in any way to represent an attorney-client relationship between the Law Offices of Daniel A. Hunt and the viewer.

Trust "decanting" is a new development in California estate planning. Trust decanting allows you to pour assets from an old, irrevocable Trust into a new Trust. This enables you to leave behind unwanted provisions and restrictions, outside of the court system. Trust decanting is especially advantageous if you have an allocated A/B Trust (meaning an A/B Trust that was split into 2 halves after the first spouse's death). If you or someone you know needs help decanting a Trust,... our office is here to answer your questions. Learn more at dhtrustlaw.com. This video is solely for the purpose of education and should not be construed in any way to represent an attorney-client relationship between the Law Offices of Daniel A. Hunt and the viewer.

Check out these 5 key questions to consider BEFORE meeting with an Estate Planning attorney.

If you're giving away more than $15,000 in one year, you risk getting hit with a gift tax. This is true whether you intended to give a gift, or were just trying to pay for your grown child's wedding or college tuition. In this video, we'll share 5 common gifting pitfalls and simple hacks to avoid the gift tax. If you or someone you know needs advice on smart gifting strategies, our office is here to help. Learn more at dhtrustlaw.com.... This video is solely for the purpose of education and should not be construed in any way to represent an attorney-client relationship between the Law Offices of Daniel A. Hunt and the viewer.

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"I'm engaged. Do I need a prenup?" Our latest blog post breaks down everything you might want to know (but are afraid to ask) about prenuptial agreements. https://dhtrustlaw.com/do-i-need-a-prenuptial-agreement/

What's a Durable Power of Attorney? In this video, Certified Legal Specialist Daniel Hunt explains what a Durable Power of Attorney is, how to create one, and why you probably need one - even if you also have a Revocable Living Trust in place. If you or someone you know needs to create a Durable Power of Attorney, our office is here to help. Learn more at dhtrustlaw.com. This video is solely for the purpose of education and should not be construed in any way to represent an attorney-client relationship between the Law Offices of Daniel A. Hunt and the viewer.

Last call to sign up for our Advanced Estate Planning Webinar, scheduled for Wed., 10/14 at 10 AM! Register at: https://us02web.zoom.us//1515996/WN_sHKrShL4S7-_VCMMr8lffA

What happens to your California Estate Plan if you move to another state? Do you have to start over from scratch? In this video, Certified Legal Specialist Daniel Hunt explains which of your documents will need to be updated if you move. Keep in mind: It's a good idea to have your entire Estate Plan reviewed by a local attorney in your new state just to be sure. If you or someone you know needs to create a California Estate Plan, our office is here to help. Learn more at dhtr...ustlaw.com. This video is solely for the purpose of education and should not be construed in any way to represent an attorney-client relationship between the Law Offices of Daniel A. Hunt and the viewer.

Get the scoop on our Oct. 14 FREE Advanced Estate Planning webinar! We're taking you to the next level of Estate Planning so you can feel confident about the future. https://dhtrustlaw.com/coming-soon-advanced-estate-plannin/

What's the difference between an Advance Health Care Directive and a Do Not Resuscitate Order? Many of our clients get confused about these 2 distinct documents, both of which relate to end-of-life decisions. In this video, Certified Legal Specialist Daniel Hunt explains some of the differences between these documents and how to go about creating each one. If you or someone you know needs to create an Advance Health Care Directive, our office is here to help. Learn more at d...htrustlaw.com. This video is solely for the purpose of education and should not be construed in any way to represent an attorney-client relationship between the Law Offices of Daniel A. Hunt and the viewer.

When the Fraziers were expecting their first child, they knew they wanted to get their legal affairs in order before their daughter's birth. This is their story about creating an Estate Plan for their young family. If you need to designate guardians for your minor children, feel free to contact our law firm at dhtrustlaw.com. This video is solely for the purpose of education and should not be construed in any way to represent an attorney-client relationship between the Law Offices of Daniel A. Hunt and the viewer.

What is "Trust decanting"? When you decant a bottle of wine, you pour the liquid from the bottle into a new vessel, leaving behind unwanted sediment to improve the flavor of the wine. Trust decanting works in a similar way. It allows you to change the terms of an Irrevocable Trust by pouring Trust assets from an old Trust to a new Trust. This allows you to leave behind unwanted restrictions and provisions, especially if you have an allocated A/B Trust (aka a bypass Trust that was split after the first spouse passed). For more on Trust decanting, check out our latest blog post: https://dhtrustlaw.com/what-is-trust-decanting/