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…

Revised Mortgage Disclosure Documents

Mortgage disclosure documents have gone through tremendous change recently with the new TRID forms.There have always been several disclosure forms when applying for a mortgage,…

Maps of Santa Cruz

I am not sure how many of you have found this yet, but on this web site there is a great resource for Santa Cruz…

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…

Santa Cruz Conforming Loan Limit 2009

Of course, the reverse was true on the way up - ridiculously easy credit , liar loans , lax underwriting standards , and mortgage fraud…