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Notice of Trust Administration: Benefits of Providing
At the start of a trust administration, trustees must give beneficiaries a Notice of Trust Administration. There are many advances to carrying out this step.
Completing an Inventory and Appraisal: The Mechanics
Personal representatives must complete an Inventory and Appraisal form as part of the probate process. The mechanics of the process require attention to detail.
What should I do if there is not enough cash in the San Diego probate estate to pay all of its debts?
If you are the executor or administrator of a California probate estate, part of your responsibilities include paying the valid debts of the estate.
If I am the personal representative of my loved one’s estate and do not know the location of an heir for sending notice, what do I do?
Under the California probate laws, the executor, administrator, or personal representative of an estate must send notice to the heirs of a decedent at the beginning of the probate process. This notice must include the date, time, and location of the hearing for appointment and allowance of the will.
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How can I tell if the executor or trustee of a California estate is acting properly in his role?
For those beneficiaries and heirs unfamiliar with the California estate administration process, it is not always clear whether the executor or trustee is acting properly and in accordance with state law.