Law Offices of Jason Murai

02/03/2017

President Donald Trump’s move to kill off an Obama-era retirement-savings rule leaves many retirement investors wondering what the action means for their nest eggs. Here’s some answers.

09/22/2015

A new way to avoid probate for real estate coming January 1, 2016.

Gov. Jerry Brown signed legislation on Monday that was introduced by Assemblyman Mike Gatto (D-Glendale) and will create a “Revocable Transfer on Death Deed,” which could save millions of households from probate and attorney’s fees.

08/04/2015

Most don't need to worry, but those on medicare pt B & $85,000 in income, may want to call their congressmen. "An unexpected spike for Medicare premiums?" http://ow.ly/Qs3k3

08/03/2015

10 Life Events That Require Financial Planning http://t.usnews.com/Zbchd2 via

Even positive experiences might necessitate some professional help.

07/31/2015

In addition to the technical and legally binding wills and trusts, loving wills can provide a personal message to loved ones. "A ‘loving will’ rescues Downton Abbey" http://on.mktw.net/1SK5ZRZ

It's good news for the aristocratic Crawley family: They can afford to keep Downton Abbey, the family home — all thanks to a “loving” or “ethical...

07/30/2015

More Than One-Third of Wealthy Lack Estate Plans / via http://ow.ly/Q9aTJ

Why aren't the rich more concerned about how assets and belongings are distributed to heirs? Because they are a bit weary.

07/28/2015

Like any planning, it just starts with a single step (or maybe three) "Three keys to estate planning" via - The Buffalo News http://ow.ly/Q95Hn

Estate planning is one of those things you know you need to do but keep putting off. You’ll find this task easier by breaking it down into three...

07/27/2015

Estate planning is often just as important for singles as it is for married couples. Estate planning for single people http://on.mktw.net/1MOn2k5

Single folks should think about estate planning, too — or their assets may go to the state.

07/10/2015

Estate Planning for Young Families | JDSupra http://ow.ly/ORl2C

Proper estate planning for young families is essential, despite often being overlooked by both clients and attorneys. Many young families view...

07/07/2015

FLP and LLC discounts could be on the way out? "IRS takes aim at an estate-planning strategy" http://on.wsj.com/1dlhD7N via

It is targeting the use of partnerships and companies to pass a family business or securities to children at a discounted value.

07/06/2015

A good overview of estate planning. "No estate plan? Wow, BIG mistake" via CNBC http://cnb.cx/1LyNDRA

No one likes to ponder their own demise, but there's no excuse for not having a current estate plan to ease the way for heirs and caregivers.