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Check out our blog post on our website! "Spousal Consent" by Kelly Stone.
03/16/2026

Check out our blog post on our website! "Spousal Consent" by Kelly Stone.

How is Spousal Consent Relevant? You may not be aware that marriage creates certain rights of a spouse or domestic partner in community property. Community property is defined in various subject areas of the California statues. California Probate Code § 3002 states: “Community property” means c...

Check out our blog post on our website! "The Landlord’s Roadmap: Managing a Rental Unit After a Tenant’s Death in Califo...
01/16/2026

Check out our blog post on our website! "The Landlord’s Roadmap: Managing a Rental Unit After a Tenant’s Death in California" by Diana Alcala.

This article is designed to educate and inform California housing providers on the legal and practical considerations that arise when a tenant passes away in a rental unit. The death of a tenant can raise immediate questions about possession, personal property, statutory obligations, and the steps n...

Check out our blog post on our website! "Tenancy in Common Agreements – 1031 Exchange Flexibility for Real Estate Co-Own...
12/05/2025

Check out our blog post on our website! "Tenancy in Common Agreements – 1031 Exchange Flexibility for Real Estate Co-Owners" by Evan Ferini.

Exceptional legal representation forCentral Coast Businesses and the families behind them Request a Consultation Specialized Knowledge & Expertise Kirk and Simas works with private and public sector clients on legal problems across a full range of industries, legal practices, and specialties. If you...

Check out our blog post on our website! "Tenancy in Common Agreements – 1031 Exchange Flexibility for Real Estate Co-Own...
12/05/2025

Check out our blog post on our website! "Tenancy in Common Agreements – 1031 Exchange Flexibility for Real Estate Co-Owners" by Evan Ferini.

Many real estate investors choose to own rental property together with partners, family members, or friends, and the way they hold title can make a critical difference in their ability to complete a tax-deferred 1031 exchange when the property is eventually sold. For groups holding rental property t...

Check out our blog post on our website! "Giving With Purpose: Charitable Strategies for Legacy and Impact, Part 10: Plan...
11/18/2025

Check out our blog post on our website! "Giving With Purpose: Charitable Strategies for Legacy and Impact, Part 10: Planning Your Giving Strategy" by Christian Salgado.

Part 10: Planning Your Giving Strategy Your Giving Blueprint: A Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Started Over the course of this series, we’ve explored the heart and strategy behind charitable giving, from foundational principles to advanced planning tools. We’ve examined donor-advised funds, chari...

Check out our blog post on our website! "Giving With Purpose: Charitable Strategies for Legacy and Impact, Part 9: Case ...
11/10/2025

Check out our blog post on our website! "Giving With Purpose: Charitable Strategies for Legacy and Impact, Part 9: Case Studies and Real-Life Applications" by Christian Salgado.

Part 9: Case Studies and Real-Life Applications Stories of Impact: How Strategic Giving Changed Lives Charitable giving, when paired with thoughtful planning, can do more than support worthy causes; it can transform lives, preserve wealth, and create enduring legacies. In this ninth installment of o...

Check out our blog post on our website! "One Missed Break, One Big Lawsuit" by Timothy Nguyen.
11/03/2025

Check out our blog post on our website! "One Missed Break, One Big Lawsuit" by Timothy Nguyen.

California Employers Are Still Getting Employee Breaks Wrong, So Here’s Some Tips To Get It Right It is no secret that California is famous for its employee-friendly labor laws, and meal and rest break rules are no exception. Yet, despite these laws being on the books for decades, employers contin...

Check out our blog post on our website! "Giving With Purpose: Charitable Strategies for Legacy and Impact, Part 8: Commo...
11/03/2025

Check out our blog post on our website! "Giving With Purpose: Charitable Strategies for Legacy and Impact, Part 8: Common Pitfalls and How to Avoid Them" by Christian Salgado.

Part 8: Common Pitfalls and How to Avoid Them Charitable Giving Mistakes That Can Cost You Charitable giving is one of the most rewarding aspects of financial planning. It allows donors to support causes they care about, reduce tax burdens, and build a legacy of generosity. Like any area of planning...

Check out our blog post on our website! "Giving With Purpose: Charitable Strategies for Legacy and Impact, Part 7: Faith...
10/27/2025

Check out our blog post on our website! "Giving With Purpose: Charitable Strategies for Legacy and Impact, Part 7: Faith-Based Giving and Stewardship" by Christian Salgado.

Exceptional legal representation forCentral Coast Businesses and the families behind them Request a Consultation Specialized Knowledge & Expertise Kirk and Simas works with private and public sector clients on legal problems across a full range of industries, legal practices, and specialties. If you...

Check out our blog post on our website! "Giving With Purpose: Charitable Strategies for Legacy and Impact, Part 7: Faith...
10/27/2025

Check out our blog post on our website! "Giving With Purpose: Charitable Strategies for Legacy and Impact, Part 7: Faith-Based Giving and Stewardship" by Christian Salgado.

Part 7: Faith-Based Giving and Stewardship Giving as Worship: Integrating Faith and Financial Planning For many donors, charitable giving is not merely a financial decision, it is a spiritual obligation. It reflects a worldview shaped by faith, stewardship, and a sense of divine calling. In this sev...

Check out our blog post on our website! "Giving With Purpose: Charitable Strategies for Legacy and Impact, Part 6: Famil...
10/20/2025

Check out our blog post on our website! "Giving With Purpose: Charitable Strategies for Legacy and Impact, Part 6: Family Foundations and Legacy" by Christian Salgado.

Part 6: Family Foundations and Legacy Building a Family Legacy Through a Private Foundation Charitable giving is often a deeply personal act, but it can also be a profoundly communal one. For families who wish to make philanthropy a shared endeavor, one that spans generations and reflects enduring v...

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