Carol HighfillDec 3, 20212 minHow Does Probate Tax Work in California?In California, you may or may not pay probate tax depending on the situation. The laws stipulate that assets owned by joint tenants,...
Carol HighfillDec 1, 20212 minProbate vs Trust, Which Will You Choose?The moment when you have your last breath, do you want your family fighting over what you worked so hard to obtain and, in the end,...
Carol HighfillNov 15, 20212 minProbate Frequently Asked Questions What duties can a personal representative perform? In addition to these duties, some of the things that a personal representative might...
Carol HighfillNov 13, 20212 minWhat is Final Accounting in a Probate Case?Final accounting occurs when the executor of the estate has paid all debts, any property that needed to be sold has been sold, and...
Carol HighfillNov 12, 20212 minCalifornia Probate Code ConservatorshipIntroduction In the United States, when an individual requires the appointment of a guardian or protector, the law classifies the process...
Carol HighfillNov 11, 20212 minAssignment of Interest in Probate Estate CaliforniaIn probate there are cases to which someone would like to give away their right as a beneficiary to inherit a family member's estate. Due...
Carol HighfillNov 9, 20212 minWhat is Probate Code 16061.7? The Simplified VersionThis probate code can be confusing to read and may lead you to question if you're reading the code correctly. Here is a simplified...
Carol HighfillNov 8, 20212 minHow long does probate take in California?The probate process can be a problem if not done correctly. Probate takes time to complete and requires many steps before it’s over. But...
Carol HighfillOct 31, 20204 minConservatorship or Power of AttorneyEverybody wants to manage his property and other personal matters himself. However, sometimes it is difficult due to certain unavoidable...
Carol HighfillFeb 7, 20204 minWhat is Power of Attorney? POADefinition A power of attorney is a legal document that gives a person (agent) legal rights to carry out certain actions on behalf of...