I am looking into doing the simple probate in California. There are more debts than assets. How do we pay creditors or do we?

The debts are paid pro-rata. If the beneficiaries take any of the assets before just and due debts are paid, they may be liable for the amount of...

My neighbor is granting me an easement on a small portion of this property, approximately 20ft x 50ft. He produced an easement

Yes. You should record this at your County Recorder's office. There will be a filing/recording fee.

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My husband of 47 years passed 4-6-2012. I have power of attorney. My name wasn't on the note, but is on the deed. What now?

Unfortunately, the "power" of a Power of Attorney ends when the grantor (your husband) dies. What you need is an emergency issues of Letters of...

Our probate closes this week,and was wondering how long does it take after that the checks get disbursed

I agree with Attorney James. Final distribution checks are usually cut within days of obtaining the court's Order. But it does take coordination...

What happens when the parents die?

You need to have an estate plan. At least a will, preferably, a trust.

How to draw up title and you have children?

You should put this property into a trust. The trustee would administer the property (or sell it if necessary) with the proceeds to go to your...

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What would happen if we stopped paying the property taxes going forward? Would there be any adverse consequence?

The only thing that would happen is that the county in which the property is located would ultimately have a 'tax sale' on this property. This...

What are the ramifications of forcing a house into a short sale (by not making payments on it).

If the short sale occurred in California, the bank cannot seek a deficiency judgment. Code of Civil Procedure sec. 580e.

I want to do a short sale. My dad is a cosigner. Will he be liable for taxes on the short sale?

This is a question better asked to a tax attorney. Part of the analysis is to understand the history of loan payments; as well as deductions. ...

Which form do I need to regain my half-interest in my house?

Unfortunately, it is your ex-husband who has to add you back to the house. You cannot add yourself back. If he is willing to add you back, then...