A revocable living trust is a flexible estate planning tool many Piñon Hills residents use to manage assets and provide clear directions for distribution after incapacity or death. At the Law Offices of Robert P. Bergman, we help clients understand how a revocable living trust can work alongside wills, powers of attorney, and health care directives to create a cohesive plan that reflects personal wishes. Establishing this kind of trust can reduce uncertainty for family members, simplify post‑death administration in many cases, and allow the grantor to retain control while alive. This introduction explains core benefits and considerations when planning in San Bernardino County.
When considering a revocable living trust, it is important to review both immediate control over property and long‑term plans for distribution. Our office guides clients through identifying which assets should be placed in the trust, preparing complementary documents like pour‑over wills and assignment forms, and addressing concerns such as creditor protection and privacy. We focus on clear communication so that you and your family understand the trust’s mechanics, responsibilities of any successor trustee, and the steps required to fund the trust effectively in California. This service is tailored to the needs of Piñon Hills residents and nearby communities.
A revocable living trust matters because it can provide continuity of asset management if you become incapacitated and help streamline the transfer of property without the full probate process. For many clients, the trust provides more privacy than court probate and allows successors to act promptly on financial matters when needed. The living trust also works well with a pour‑over will and other estate documents to ensure no assets are overlooked. In rural and small community settings like Piñon Hills, these benefits often translate into less disruption for family members and a clearer path for honoring the grantor’s wishes after their passing.
The Law Offices of Robert P. Bergman provides personalized estate planning services to San Bernardino County and surrounding California communities. We take a practical approach that emphasizes plain language, careful document drafting, and responsive client service. Our firm assists with revocable living trusts, wills, powers of attorney, health care directives, trust certification, and related filings like Heggstad petitions and guardianship nominations where appropriate. From initial consultation through execution and funding of documents, the goal is to build durable plans that reflect each client’s values and family dynamics while minimizing future disputes or administrative burdens.
A revocable living trust is a legal arrangement in which the grantor transfers ownership of assets into a trust during life while retaining the power to amend or revoke the trust. This flexibility allows the grantor to manage assets as trustee during their lifetime and appoint successor trustees to step in if incapacity occurs. Proper funding of the trust is essential; transferring titles, beneficiary designations, and retitling property will ensure assets are governed by the trust terms. Our practice helps clients inventory assets, prepare necessary assignments and certifications, and coordinate with financial institutions to complete funding in accordance with California law.
Revocable trusts do not provide absolute protection from creditors or estate tax by themselves, but they do offer administrative advantages and greater privacy than probate. They allow seamless management by a successor trustee without court appointment in many situations, and they work together with a pour‑over will to capture any assets inadvertently left outside the trust. Clients should review retirement accounts and beneficiary designations to ensure those assets align with the overall plan. We discuss long‑term goals, potential tax implications, and practical steps to maintain the trust so it functions as intended for family members and trustees.
A revocable living trust is a private written agreement created during a person’s lifetime that holds legal title to identified assets for the benefit of named beneficiaries. The grantor can serve as trustee and continue to manage the assets, retain the ability to modify terms, and designate successor trustees who take over management if the grantor becomes unable to do so. The trust’s privacy and administrative simplicity are often primary reasons clients choose this approach. While revocable trusts do not replace all estate planning documents, they form a central part of a coherent plan that includes wills, powers of attorney, and health care directives for complete coverage.
Establishing a revocable living trust involves drafting the trust document, naming trustees and beneficiaries, funding the trust by retitling assets, and preparing related documents such as pour‑over wills and powers of attorney. The process begins with identifying assets that will be placed in the trust, including real property, bank accounts, and certain investment accounts, and then executing assignments or deeds where appropriate. Ongoing maintenance includes updating the trust as circumstances change, managing trust records, and confirming that beneficiary designations and titles remain aligned with the trust’s objectives. Proper guidance ensures the trust operates smoothly for both the grantor and successor trustees.
Understanding common terms helps clients make informed decisions about estate plans. The glossary clarifies phrases such as grantor, trustee, beneficiary, funding, pour‑over will, and Heggstad petition. Knowing what each term means and how it applies to your situation reduces confusion during planning and administration. We walk clients through these definitions and explain how documents like certifications of trust and assignments of assets to trust function in practical terms. This background helps families communicate clearly and ensures that estate plans reflect both immediate needs and long‑term objectives in California.
The grantor is the person who creates the trust and transfers assets into it. As grantor of a revocable living trust, the individual typically retains the ability to manage the assets, alter trust terms, or revoke the trust during life. The grantor designates successor trustees and beneficiaries to take effect upon incapacity or death, and the grantor’s instructions govern how the trust assets are to be used or distributed. Understanding the grantor’s ongoing role clarifies decision points for funding, amendment, and eventual administration by successors.
A successor trustee is the individual or institution named to manage trust assets if the original trustee becomes incapacitated or dies. This person steps into the role without requiring court appointment in many cases, enabling timely administration of financial affairs. Duties can include managing investments, paying bills, and distributing assets per the trust terms. Choosing a successor trustee requires attention to availability, reliability, and the capacity to handle administrative responsibilities; we discuss options and practical considerations for selecting an appropriate successor in Piñon Hills and elsewhere in California.
Funding the trust refers to the transfer of assets into the trust to ensure the trust controls them according to its terms. This can include retitling real estate into the trust name, changing ownership of bank and brokerage accounts, and executing assignments for personal property. Assets left outside the trust may still be subject to probate unless covered by other mechanisms like payable‑on‑death designations. Effective funding reduces administrative work for successors and helps the trust achieve its intended benefits, so careful attention to titles and beneficiary designations is important during the planning process.
A pour‑over will works in tandem with a revocable living trust by directing assets not already titled in the trust to be transferred into the trust upon the testator’s death. While a pour‑over will does not avoid probate on its own, it helps consolidate assets under the trust’s terms and ensures that items inadvertently omitted during funding are ultimately handled according to the trust. The pour‑over will serves as a safety net, and we draft and coordinate it with trust documents to reflect overall estate objectives and minimize gaps in coverage.
Choosing between a trust and a will depends on goals such as privacy, administrative efficiency, control during incapacity, and cost considerations. Trusts can facilitate smoother transitions and greater privacy than probate, while wills remain necessary to address assets not placed in a trust and to nominate guardians for minor children. Powers of attorney and health care directives complement these documents by providing authority for financial and medical decisions. We help clients weigh these options in light of family circumstances, asset types, and preferences regarding administration after incapacity or death.
For some households with modest assets and straightforward beneficiary designations, a simple will combined with powers of attorney and a health care directive can provide adequate protection. When there are no complex real estate holdings, blended family issues, or significant concerns about continuity of management during incapacity, a streamlined plan may reduce upfront costs and be easier to maintain. However, even in these situations it is important to ensure that retirement accounts, life insurance policies, and payable‑on‑death accounts are coordinated with the will and that family members understand the plan to avoid confusion at a critical time.
When a client owns no real property or holds assets primarily in accounts with beneficiary designations, the administrative benefits of a revocable living trust may be less pronounced. In such cases, a pour‑over will along with durable powers of attorney and health care directives can create a clear, manageable plan without the added step of retitling property. Nevertheless, circumstances can change, so families often revisit the estate plan periodically to confirm that the approach remains appropriate as assets, relationships, or goals evolve over time in Piñon Hills and across California.
A comprehensive trust‑centered plan is often appropriate for families with real estate, multiple properties, blended families, or special needs beneficiaries. These circumstances can create competing interests that require careful drafting to ensure fair and enforceable distributions. Revocable living trusts allow more detailed administration instructions, can reduce the potential for probate disputes, and help manage property across different jurisdictions. By establishing clear terms for trustees and contingencies for changing circumstances, the plan better protects family relationships and reduces administrative burdens on successors.
When clients are focused on preserving seamless management of assets if they become incapacitated, a revocable living trust provides a practical structure for successor trustees to act without waiting for court‑appointed conservatorship. The trust can specify how bills are paid, asset management continues, and distributions are handled, helping reduce disruption for family members. For individuals who value continuity and detailed guidance for successors, a comprehensive plan with a trust at its center often delivers the clarity and operational framework necessary to protect finances and satisfy personal preferences over time.
A comprehensive approach anchored by a revocable living trust can enhance privacy, simplify administration for successors, and allow for detailed instructions about distribution timing and conditions. This structure is particularly helpful for families that anticipate phased distributions, need to protect beneficiaries with special needs, or want to reduce the administrative tasks associated with probate court in California. By coordinating the trust with related documents such as assignments to trust, certification of trust, and HIPAA authorizations, clients can build a cohesive plan that addresses both financial and medical decision‑making needs.
Another key benefit of a comprehensive trust‑based plan is the ability to customize how assets are managed and distributed over time. Trustees can be given clear discretionary powers and fiduciary duties to steward assets responsibly while following the grantor’s intent. The plan can include directives for retirement plan trusts, irrevocable life insurance trusts, pet trusts, and other tailored provisions that address specific family priorities. This flexibility helps families balance immediate needs with long‑term goals, preserving wealth and ensuring care for dependents according to established guidelines.
A living trust provides greater privacy than probate because trust terms and asset distributions typically remain out of public court records. This privacy can be important to families that prefer to keep financial matters confidential and avoid the public administration process. Additionally, because successor trustees often can begin managing trust assets without court intervention, the administrative process can be quicker and less disruptive. That said, proper funding and paperwork are essential to achieve these benefits, and our firm assists clients in taking the necessary steps to align titles, beneficiary designations, and trust terms so the plan functions as intended.
A revocable living trust allows the grantor to maintain control over assets while alive and to change the arrangement as circumstances evolve. This flexibility makes it simpler to update beneficiaries, modify distribution provisions, or adjust trustee appointments without dissolving the entire structure. Such control is valuable for clients who want the ability to respond to life events, such as new family members, changes in assets, or shifts in personal priorities. We assist clients in creating documents that are easy to amend and maintain while ensuring they reflect current wishes and provide continuity for successors.
Begin by compiling a comprehensive inventory of assets and reviewing current titles and beneficiary designations to identify what must be retitled into the trust. This step reduces the chance that valuable property will be unintentionally left outside the trust and subject to probate. Take time to locate deeds, account statements, and policy documents and note any assets that may require special handling, such as retirement accounts or beneficiary‑designated instruments. Regular reviews help ensure the trust remains aligned with life changes and financial updates, and our office can assist with practical steps to complete funding efficiently.
Store executed trust documents, pour‑over wills, powers of attorney, and health care directives in secure but accessible locations, and inform trusted individuals where those records are kept. Clear written instructions and regular communication with successor trustees and family members reduce confusion during stressful times. Designate a trusted contact who can locate documents and reach out to necessary financial institutions. We advise clients on best practices for document storage, updates, and communicating plan details while maintaining appropriate privacy for sensitive information.
Residents often choose a revocable living trust to achieve smoother transition of assets, protect privacy, and allow a trusted successor to manage affairs without immediate court intervention. The trust can be tailored to family circumstances, providing structured distributions for beneficiaries, addressing care for pets, or creating provisions for beneficiaries with special needs. It also pairs well with pour‑over wills and powers of attorney to address any assets or decisions not captured by the trust. Considering a living trust is a proactive way to reduce stress for family members and provide clear written direction during difficult times.
Another reason to consider a revocable living trust is planning for incapacity in addition to death. The trust enables a successor trustee to manage finances and property if the grantor becomes unable to do so, avoiding certain delays that can accompany court processes. For homeowners and those with multiple accounts or properties, a trust helps coordinate management across various asset types. We work with clients to identify priorities, draft clear provisions for trustees, and make practical recommendations for maintaining the trust so it remains effective as circumstances change.
Typical circumstances that make a revocable living trust beneficial include ownership of real property, blended family dynamics, planning for minors or dependents with special needs, and a desire to minimize public probate proceedings. Individuals with out‑of‑state property or multiple assets may also find trusts helpful for streamlining administration. Additionally, those who want detailed instructions for long‑term distributions or who anticipate potential family disputes often use trusts to provide clear authority and reduce uncertainty. Each situation is unique, and planning should reflect family goals, tax considerations, and the types of assets involved.
When you own a home or other real property, placing the property in a revocable living trust can simplify the transfer process and help avoid probate on that asset. Retitling property into the trust requires careful preparation of deeds and recording where appropriate, and it is important to verify mortgages, liens, and tax considerations before transferring title. For many homeowners, the trust reduces the administrative burden on heirs and enables successor trustees to manage or sell property as directed by the trust, which can be particularly useful in more remote communities or when maintaining multiple properties across different counties.
Families with beneficiaries who receive means‑tested public benefits often rely on trust provisions to provide supplemental support without jeopardizing eligibility. Special needs planning can include trust arrangements that direct distributions for housing, medical care, education, and quality‑of‑life expenses while preserving access to government benefits. Careful drafting is required to avoid unintended consequences, and trust documents can name trustees with clear discretion and duties to manage distributions responsibly. We discuss options for balancing direct support with the beneficiary’s ongoing needs and public benefit considerations.
Parents who want to provide for minor children or control the timing of inheritances may use a trust to set distribution schedules, conditions, and trustee powers to manage assets until children reach specified ages or milestones. Trusts allow granular instructions for education, health, and general support, and they permit trusted individuals to administer funds under fiduciary duties. This approach avoids leaving significant decisions to probate court and enables parents to express both financial priorities and personal wishes for how children are to be supported and protected after a parent’s death.
We provide hands‑on legal planning services to residents of Piñon Hills and nearby San Bernardino County communities. From initial consultations through document execution and trust funding, our focus is practical planning that aligns with each client’s values and family circumstances. Whether you need a basic revocable living trust, supplemental documents such as HIPAA authorizations and guardianship nominations, or assistance with specialized trusts like pet trusts or retirement plan trusts, we tailor solutions to protect your interests and ease the administration burden for those who will follow.
Clients rely on our firm because we emphasize clear communication, careful document drafting, and practical guidance through every stage of estate planning. We take time to understand family dynamics, financial objectives, and any concerns that could affect the plan’s implementation. Our practice is built on building durable documents that anticipate common contingencies and provide straightforward instructions for trustees and beneficiaries, which reduces uncertainty and helps preserve family relationships during difficult transitions.
We also assist clients with the administrative steps required after documents are signed, including retitling property, preparing assignment forms, and coordinating with financial institutions to fund trusts. These follow‑through services are often the difference between a plan that works in theory and one that performs effectively when needed. Our goal is to make sure completed documents are implemented correctly so the plan operates in accordance with your wishes and California legal requirements.
Finally, our office aims to provide responsive, personalized service that respects each client’s circumstances and timeline. We provide practical advice about when a trust makes sense, alternative planning strategies when appropriate, and steps to update documents over time. For Piñon Hills residents, that means local understanding combined with comprehensive planning tools such as powers of attorney, advance health care directives, and targeted trust provisions that address family priorities and protect assets for future generations.
Our process begins with a focused consultation to identify goals, assets, family considerations, and any special concerns such as beneficiaries with disabilities or complex property holdings. We draft proposed documents reflecting those priorities, review them with the client to ensure clarity, and finalize documents for execution with appropriate witnesses and notarization as required in California. After signing, we guide clients through funding the trust, preparing assignments and certifications of trust, and updating account records. This hands‑on approach helps ensure the plan will operate effectively when needed.
During the initial meeting, we collect details about assets, family relationships, existing documents, and planning objectives to design a trust that fits your needs. We discuss how revocable living trusts differ from wills, explain the importance of funding, and identify any documents needed to coordinate the plan, such as powers of attorney and HIPAA authorizations. We also address practical concerns like successor trustee selection and draft initial recommendations for provisions that balance control, flexibility, and long‑term objectives in California.
A careful asset review identifies which items should be placed in the trust and highlights any potential complications, such as jointly held property or beneficiary‑designated accounts. We prepare a checklist of documents and titles that need updating and advise on the specific steps to transfer ownership where necessary. This review reduces the risk of unintended probate and ensures trust terms will cover the client’s intended portfolio of assets, providing peace of mind and practical clarity for successors.
Understanding family goals and likely contingencies allows us to craft trust provisions that reflect real life scenarios, including incapacity, remarriage, or beneficiaries who require special handling. We explore options for distribution timing, trustee authorities, and protective clauses that align with client intentions. Addressing these issues early helps prevent ambiguities and reduces the potential for disputes later, making administration smoother when trustees must act on behalf of the grantor or beneficiaries.
In the drafting phase, we prepare the trust document and related instruments based on the client’s preferences and the asset review. Drafts are presented for review and discussion so clients can request clarifications or changes before finalization. We explain the legal implications of different clauses and recommend language that is clear, enforceable, and aligned with California law. The objective is to produce documents that are straightforward to interpret and administer, reducing friction for successors and beneficiaries.
Complementary documents commonly include a pour‑over will, financial power of attorney, advance health care directive, HIPAA authorization, and any trust‑specific instruments such as irrevocable life insurance trusts or special needs provisions. These documents work together to cover situations the trust alone may not address and to ensure a comprehensive plan that protects personal and financial interests. We coordinate these components to avoid conflicts and to ensure each part supports the overall estate planning objectives.
Before signing, clients review the final documents in detail and we make any necessary revisions to reflect changes in preferences or new information uncovered during the process. We explain execution formalities and answer questions about trustee duties, beneficiary rights, and potential post‑execution actions. This step ensures clients leave with confidence that the documents represent their wishes accurately and that they understand the steps required to maintain and fund the trust for long‑term effectiveness.
After documents are executed with the required formalities, we assist with funding the trust by preparing deeds, assignments, and guidance for updating account registrations. We provide certification of trust documents and help coordinate communication with financial institutions as needed. Follow‑up includes advising on safe storage of documents, periodic reviews, and updates to reflect major life events. Our aim is to make sure the trust is active, funded, and ready to function when necessary for the grantor or successor trustees.
We prepare and review deeds for real property transfers and any required assignment documents for personal property to ensure the trust holds clear title. Proper documentation and recording procedures are addressed to avoid future title issues and to confirm the trust’s ownership is established. This process often involves coordination with title companies and local recording offices in San Bernardino County to complete transfers in compliance with applicable rules and timelines.
Maintaining a trust requires periodic reviews to confirm that beneficiaries, trustees, and asset ownership remain current with the client’s wishes and changing circumstances. We recommend updating documents after major life changes such as marriage, divorce, new children, or significant changes in asset composition. Regular reviews help prevent gaps in funding and ensure the trust continues to operate as intended over time, preserving plans for future generations and minimizing unexpected complications for successors.
A revocable living trust is a private document created during life that holds and manages assets for beneficiaries according to its terms, while a will is a public document that takes effect only after death and typically passes through probate. The trust can provide immediate management if the grantor becomes incapacitated and often allows successor trustees to act without court involvement. A will remains important because it can address matters not covered by the trust, such as naming guardians for minor children and directing any assets not placed into the trust. Both instruments play complementary roles in a complete estate plan. The trust helps with continuity and privacy, while the will provides a safety net. Deciding between, or combining, these tools requires considering asset types, family circumstances, and long‑term goals. We advise clients on how to structure both documents so they work together and reduce the chance of unintended outcomes under California law.
A properly funded revocable living trust can avoid probate for those assets titled in the trust, but it will not automatically eliminate probate for any assets left outside the trust or for certain types of assets that require separate handling. For example, accounts with beneficiary designations, some retirement plans, and jointly held property require careful coordination to ensure their disposition aligns with the trust plan. A pour‑over will can help capture assets inadvertently left out, but it may still require probate to move those assets into the trust after death. Probate avoidance depends on thorough funding and attention to titles and beneficiary forms. Regular reviews and professional guidance ensure the trust covers the intended assets and that related documents such as assignments, deeds, and beneficiary designations are aligned. We help clients assess their asset portfolios to minimize probate exposure and simplify administration for successors.
Funding a revocable living trust involves transferring ownership of assets into the trust by retitling property, changing account registrations, and executing assignment documents for personal property. Real estate typically requires a deed that conveys title into the trust and recording with the county recorder. Bank and brokerage accounts often require new account registrations or payable‑on‑death designations that support the trust’s goals. The process varies by asset type and institution, and it is important to follow each institution’s procedures to ensure the transfer is effective. After signing trust documents, many clients find it helpful to create a checklist of assets and coordinate with institutions to confirm completion. Professional assistance can prevent errors that leave assets outside the trust. We work with clients to prepare the necessary deeds, assignment forms, and certification of trust and to guide communications with financial institutions so that funding is completed promptly and accurately.
Yes, revocable living trusts are designed to be flexible; the grantor can amend or revoke the trust at any time while mentally competent. This flexibility allows the trust to adapt to changing family circumstances, asset portfolios, or preferences. Amendments can be used to update beneficiaries, alter distribution terms, or change trustee appointments. When a significant change is needed, clients may also elect to restate the entire trust document to consolidate revisions into a single, updated instrument. Although revocation is possible during the grantor’s life, the trust becomes irrevocable upon the grantor’s death. It is important to document any amendments properly and communicate changes to successors as appropriate. Periodic reviews ensure the trust continues to reflect current wishes and remains aligned with California legal requirements and practical administration needs.
When selecting a successor trustee, consider reliability, availability, financial literacy, and the ability to handle administrative duties calmly and fairly. Many clients name a trusted family member or friend, and some choose a professional trustee or corporate fiduciary when they want continuity and administrative capacity. It is also prudent to name successor trustees in sequence to cover unexpected changes. Discussing the role with the chosen person before naming them helps avoid surprises and ensures they understand the responsibilities involved. Trustee duties include managing trust assets, paying bills and taxes, and making distributions in accordance with the trust terms and fiduciary duties under California law. The choice of trustee can affect how smoothly the trust operates, particularly in complex situations or when significant property is involved. We advise clients on whether a family trustee, co‑trustee arrangement, or professional trustee best fits their goals and the family dynamic.
Beneficiary‑designated accounts such as retirement plans and life insurance typically pass according to their beneficiary designations and may not be controlled by a trust unless the owner names the trust as the designated beneficiary or otherwise plans to transfer the account upon death. For these accounts, coordination is essential to avoid conflicting directions between beneficiary forms and trust terms. In some situations, naming a trust as beneficiary is appropriate, while in others beneficiary designations to individuals paired with trust mechanisms may work better. Reviewing and updating beneficiary designations should be part of any trust planning process to ensure consistency across documents. We help clients evaluate whether to name a trust as beneficiary, how that choice affects tax outcomes and administration, and what steps are needed to align account registrations with the overall estate plan under California rules.
Planning for beneficiaries with disabilities often requires special trust provisions to preserve eligibility for public benefits while providing supplemental support. A properly drafted trust can specify that distributions be used for non‑covered expenses such as education, therapy, transportation, and quality‑of‑life needs without interfering with means‑tested benefit programs. Selecting a trustee familiar with these issues or providing clear instructions for trustee discretion can help ensure funds are used appropriately and in the beneficiary’s best interest. This type of planning requires careful language to avoid inadvertently creating disqualifying conditions or depriving the beneficiary of necessary support. We assist clients in designing trust terms that balance protection of benefits with access to supplemental resources, and we coordinate the plan with other estate documents and practical considerations for long‑term care and oversight.
In most cases, creating a revocable living trust has minimal immediate income tax consequences for the grantor because the grantor continues to be treated as the owner of trust assets for income tax purposes. Any income from trust assets is typically reported on the grantor’s tax return while they are alive. Estate and gift tax considerations may become relevant for larger estates, and planning strategies involving irrevocable trusts or other techniques may be discussed if estate tax concerns are present. Because tax circumstances can vary widely based on asset size, ownership structure, and other factors, it is important to review potential tax implications as part of comprehensive planning. We coordinate with tax advisors when specialized tax planning is appropriate and provide guidance on how a trust interacts with tax reporting and potential future estate tax considerations under federal and state law.
The cost to set up a revocable living trust depends on factors such as complexity of assets, the number and type of complementary documents needed, and whether additional services like deed preparation or trust funding assistance are required. A basic trust for straightforward situations will generally cost less than a comprehensive plan that addresses multiple properties, blended family issues, or specialized trust provisions. Transparent fee discussions during the initial consultation help clients understand anticipated costs and services included. Many clients consider the investment in planning worthwhile given the potential savings in time, expense, and family stress later on. We provide clear fee estimates and explain what services are included, such as drafting, execution, and assistance with funding. Ongoing review services and updates can be arranged to keep the plan current as life circumstances change.
After moving to Piñon Hills or purchasing property here, update your estate plan to reflect local real estate ownership and any county recording requirements. Real property transferred into a trust should be conveyed with an appropriate deed recorded in San Bernardino County. Confirm mortgage and lien considerations before retitling, and review insurance and tax records. It is also important to ensure beneficiary designations and account registrations remain consistent with your overall plan after the move. Local counsel can advise on county‑specific procedures and help execute deeds, assignments, and certifications of trust needed to fund the trust properly. We assist clients in completing these steps and provide guidance on local considerations such as transfer taxes or recording rules to ensure property moves into the trust cleanly and the estate plan remains effective in Piñon Hills.
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