What is a will?
A will is a legal document which is also called a Last Will and Testament. It communicates a person’s final wishes, including what happens to their belongings and specifies beneficiaries of their estate.
How long does probate take in California?
Are you wondering how long does probate take in California? In short, probate in California takes a long time. Find out the reasons why here.
Probate Referee in California
In California Probate, the assets of a deceased person need to be inventoried. The Probate Code requires a referee appraise the assets listed on the inventory.
What does “gross estate” and “net estate” mean in California?
When a person dies and leaves an estate, its value needs to be ascertained. The decedent’s gross estate is the fair market value at the date of his or her death of all property that he or she owned. Click here to learn about the differences between a gross estate and a net estate.
I am taking care of our father’s succession. How do I deal with his motor vehicles?
Under California probate law, if you are the personal representative of the estate, you may transfer the vehicles to their new owners without having to wait until the estate is closed.