The Real Estate Boom: A Missed Opportunity for Communities of Color?
California's real estate market has been nothing short of a phenomenon. From the picturesque coastlines of Malibu to the tech hubs of...
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Portia M. Wood, Esq.
- Oct 31
- 4 min
Unmasking the Real Terror of Halloween: Dying Without an Estate Plan
By: Portia M. Wood, Esq. As the veil of autumn descends, October unfurls a tapestry of fall foliage, pumpkin-spiced delicacies, and a...
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nelly970
- Oct 30
- 3 min
Securing Your Legacy: How Estate Planning Can Change the Lives of Generations to Come
By: Portia M. wood, Esq Introduction Estate planning is not just for the wealthy or the elderly; it's a critical aspect of financial...
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nelly970
- Oct 20
- 3 min
Estate Planning for Millennials: Why It's Not Too Early to Start
By: Portia M. Wood, Esq Introduction: Estate planning is a topic often associated with older generations and high-net-worth individuals....
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nelly970
- Oct 16
- 3 min
Why Estate Planning Matters: Securing Your Legacy and Protecting Your Loved Ones
By: Portia M. Wood, Esq Introduction: Estate planning is a topic often overlooked or delayed by many individuals. It involves making...
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nelly970
- Sep 25
- 3 min
Proposition 19: A Threat to Generational Wealth Transfer
By Portia M. Wood, Esq The American Dream. It's a phrase that has been etched into our collective consciousness, representing hope,...
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nelly970
- Sep 25
- 3 min
Home Ownership: More Than Just a Roof Overhead
By: Portia M. Wood, Esq The concept of home is deeply ingrained in our psyche. It's not just bricks and mortar; it's memories,...
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Portia M. Wood, Esq.
- Jul 15
- 2 min
Avoid these Five Common Parental Pitfalls: Safeguard Your Children's Future Today!
How Estate Planning Can Protect Your Family's Future Are you a parent who wants to ensure your children are protected in case the worst...
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Portia M. Wood, Esq.
- Jun 13
- 2 min
What BlackRock Investing in Single Family Homes May Mean for Your Children and Grandchildren
BlackRock's investment in single-family homes has been making headlines lately, and it's important to understand what it means for your...
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Portia M. Wood, Esq.
- May 29
- 2 min
Protecting Your California Home: Essential Estate Planning Tips
Owning a home in California is no small feat. You've invested a significant portion of your wealth, and it only makes sense to shield it...
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Portia M. Wood, Esq.
- Mar 28
- 2 min
5 Common Estate Planning Myths Debunked: Who needs to estate plan and when
By: Portia M. Wood, Esq. Estate planning is a crucial part of securing your family's future, yet many people fall victim to...
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Portia M. Wood, Esq.
- Mar 27
- 2 min
The Importance of Doing Minor Child Guardianship Planning
As parents, we always want to ensure that our children are taken care of no matter what. However, unexpected situations such as an...
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Portia M. Wood, Esq.
- Mar 20
- 2 min
The Importance of Trust Planning: Protecting Your Legacy and Your Loved Ones
By: Portia M. Wood, Esq. Trust planning is a vital aspect of estate planning that many people overlook. Creating a trust can provide...
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Portia M. Wood, Esq.
- Jan 10
- 2 min
Unlock the Power of Inheritance: Using a Revocable Living Trust to Leverage Your Home for the Future
Inheriting a home can be a significant financial windfall for many people, especially if the home is paid off or has a low mortgage...
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Portia M. Wood, Esq.
- Jan 3
- 2 min
Avoid the Tax Trap: Why Adding Your Kid to Your Home Deed Can Be a Big Mistake & What to Do Instead
As a parent, it's natural to want to do everything you can to protect and provide for your children. One option that some people consider...
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Portia M. Wood, Esq.
- Jun 21, 2022
- 4 min
Estate Planning – Something You Shouldn’t Do Yourself
By: Tereina Stidd The advent of websites like “Legal Zoom” may lead you to believe that you can create your own estate plan without the...
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Portia M. Wood, Esq.
- Oct 13, 2021
- 3 min
Generational Wealth is Key to Leveling the Playing Field
by Steve Hartnett Even a little bit of a headstart can be extremely helpful in life. Those who start with little economic wealth,...
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Portia M. Wood, Esq.
- Jun 6, 2021
- 3 min
Trusts: Not Just for the Wealthy
Compliments of Wood Legal Group, LLP Trusts aren't reserved just for the wealthy — they're for a variety of people and can solve many...
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Portia M. Wood, Esq.
- Nov 8, 2020
- 2 min
How to Be Prepared for the Unexpected… and the Eventual at the Same Time
November 11, 2020 by Robin Wood Each of us will face a challenge or tragedy at some point in our lives. Sometimes we see them coming,...
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Portia M. Wood, Esq.
- Jul 17, 2020
- 3 min
The Basics: “HIPAA” Powers
This is the third in a three-part series of articles on Powers of Attorney. The first article examined the Financial Power of Attorney....
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