A friend has been living in his deceased mothers home for 3 years, he wants to sell now. What are the correct steps for him?

I would hire a certified specialist in estate planning, trust and probate law. They are attorneys who genuinely specialize in this area of law and...

Husband died w/out will in Calif. Will I need to go through probate? Any simple way to handle with Declaration or Affidavit

I am sorry for your loss. I would talk to an experienced probate attorney. It's possible that a spousal property petition might be an option for...

Will the court allow me to sell my moms house before my letters are issued? I just opened probate as I just found the funds.

Reverse mortgage companies are difficult so definitely keep moving on this. It's odd you don't have a Court date until December. Have letters...

What happens if I abandon probate in California?

I would encourage you to find a qualified PROBATE attorney. We get paid at the END of probate from the assets of the estate. We can get you bonded...

Father passed....no wife....what happens to his estate?

Age does not factor in as long as you are 18 all the children are equal. That is, assuming no will or other estate planning documents. I encourage...

If appointed administer of a estate in probate and I need a bond to be waived, if there are 4 heirs and only 1 wont sign

You will need to get a bond or work around it. In many courts you can ask for limited IAEA authority and all money to be put in court ordered...

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How do i go about dropping my deceased parents name from the deed and adding my name. Dad passed away in 2000 and Mom in 2010

I am sorry for your loss. Hiring an experienced California probate attorney is usually the best first step in a case like this. They can help...

My cousin passed away, the only asset left behind is a house. Do we need to go through probate?

A full probate is required if the property has a value of $150k or more. If under $150k then can do an expedited "succession" to real property...

Another thought is to find a probate attorney who will front the costs for you. That will be the easiest for you. The attorney then gets paid at...

Do i need to have a joint trust if I am married? I have been married a little over a year and a

No, you do not have to have a joint trust and, in fact, I should think you do not want one. I suggest you hire your own estate planning attorney to...

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