When “I Got You Babe” Needs a Will: Estate Planning and Sonny & Cher

When “I Got You Babe” Needs a Will: Estate Planning and Sonny & Cher

The 1970s were a golden era for variety shows, a TV genre that combined music, comedy, and celebrity guests into weekly entertainment. One of the most beloved was The Sonny & Cher Comedy Hour, starring the dynamic duo Sonny Bono and Cher. Sonny (Salvatore Bono) and Cher (Cherilyn Sarkisian) met in 1962, quickly forming a…

Upcoming Summer Event on June 29th

Upcoming Summer Event on June 29th

Join us for a summer full of music, art, and nature! We’re thrilled to be co-presenting the Santa Rosa Plateau Art Show as part of the “Live! @ the Plateau” 2024 Summer Concerts and Art Show series! Opening Night: June 29Time: 5:00 PM – 8:00 PMLocation: Santa Rosa Plateau Ecological Reserve, 39400 Clinton Keith Rd., Murrieta, CA…

Don’t Lose Your Digital Life: Easy Steps to Protect Your iPhone’s Data

Don’t Lose Your Digital Life: Easy Steps to Protect Your iPhone’s Data

Alright, friends, let’s dive into something we might not love thinking about, but hey, it’s super important: what happens to all your digital goodies when you kick the bucket? Yep, I’m talking about those precious photos, witty notes, top-secret documents, and all those must-have files, contacts, and calendar events stashed on your phone. Chances are,…

Was Howard Hughes a “Spruce Goose”? How Having No Will Made Him a Headache

Was Howard Hughes a “Spruce Goose”? How Having No Will Made Him a Headache

Howard Hughes was a man of many talents and even more wealth. As an aviator, filmmaker, and business tycoon, he amassed a fortune that was the envy of many. Yet, when he passed away on April 5, 1976, he left behind a legacy tarnished by legal battles and confusion. The reason? Hughes died without a…

Estate Planning and Charitable Giving: A Case Study From Dan Snyder’s Estate

Estate Planning and Charitable Giving: A Case Study From Dan Snyder’s Estate

Earlier this week, the estate that once belonged to Dan Snyder, the former owner of Washington’s NFL team, went back on the market. Surprisingly, it was listed for the same price, $34.9 million, as it had been last year when it failed to sell. Snyder and his wife initially listed the five-bedroom French chateau-style house…

Why you NEED a Regional Center to qualify for a Limited Conservatorship

Why you NEED a Regional Center to qualify for a Limited Conservatorship

Written by Robert Nickerson So, here’s a scenario I see all the time: We’ll have a family with an adult loved one with special needs come in. They talk about how they would like a Limited Conservatorship to set up because it’ll help set up financial responsibility with them or someone that can manage the…

Protecting Your Legacy: Lessons from the Allan H. Goldman Case

Protecting Your Legacy: Lessons from the Allan H. Goldman Case

Written by Robert T. Nickerson As parents, ensuring the well-being and protection of our loved ones is vital. Estate planning serves as a vital tool in safeguarding our legacy and assets for future generations. To underscore the importance of thoughtful estate planning, let’s examine the tragic case of Allan H. Goldman, a Manhattan real estate…