Changing Law for Small Estates

Changing Law for Small Estates

Update on California Probate Law: Important Changes for Handling Real Property in Estates A new law was finalized on August 29, 2024, that will bring significant changes to how real property is managed in California probate cases. The new Assembly bill modifies key...
Trust v Will when Selling a Home

Trust v Will when Selling a Home

In California, selling a property differs significantly depending on whether the property is part of a will going through probate or is held in a living trust. Property in a Will (Probate Process) 1. Court Supervision: The property sale in probate requires court...
Who Can File for Probate

Who Can File for Probate

In California, the probate process is a legal procedure for settling a deceased person’s estate. The court oversees the distribution of assets to ensure that debts are paid and the remaining assets are distributed according to the decedent’s will or state law if...
Writing a Will Without a Lawyer

Writing a Will Without a Lawyer

  Writing a will might seem daunting, but with a little guidance, you can create a legally binding document without needing to hire a lawyer. A will ensures that your assets are distributed according to your wishes after you pass away, providing peace of mind for...
Personal Rep Risks

Personal Rep Risks

A probate administrator, executor, or personal representative faces several legal and financial risks when managing an estate.  Some of these risks include: Breach of Fiduciary Duty   The administrator must act in the estate’s and its beneficiaries’ best...
The Blended Family Feud

The Blended Family Feud

As a probate real estate specialist, I often encounter challenging family dynamics, especially in blended families. One case that stands out is the Jones family, where the passing of Mr. Jones left a complex situation involving his two children from a previous...