Avoiding Probate in California

"Probate" is the court-supervised administration of a decedent's estate. The procedure begins with the filing of a petition with a probate court for the probate…

Intestate Succession in California

California Rules of Intestate SuccessionThe laws of Intestate Succession in California are found in Sections 6400 - 6413 of the California Probate Code.The following is…

Homes for Sale at Historic Low in Santa Cruz

Homes for Sale at Historic Low in Santa CruzIt's now front page news, plain as black and white: Homes for Sale at Historic Low in…

Loan Modification Video

Watch this informative loan modification video and learn how you can get your bank to give you a loan modification. While many people who do…

California Probate Glossary

AbatementA proportional diminution or reduction of the pecuniary legacies, when there are not sufficient funds to pay them in full.AdemptionWhen property mentioned in a will…

Pitfalls of the HERO Program

California HERO ProgramWhat drawbacks could there possibly be with a government-sponsored program to enable homeowners in San Jose to reduce their utility bills while helping…

The Least Prestigious Profession in America

The Least Prestigious Job in America: Real Estate ProfessionalIt turns out that I have the least prestigious profession in America! Ā Would you believe that an…

Santa Cruz Probate REALTORĀ®

Are you looking forĀ an experienced Santa Cruz probate REALTORĀ®? When a personĀ passes away, their estateĀ (including real estate) may need to pass through the probate process.…

California Probate Timeline

StepTime FramePrepare and File Petition for Probate1-2 monthsCourt hearing on the Petition for Probate1-2 monthsPrepare and File Petition for Probate2-3 monthsThe following are issued: Letters…