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Free Online Advertising Free Internet Web Site Advertising. UK Free Classifieds United Kingdom Free Ads Website. 100% Free Ad Posting. Canada Free Ads Popular Online Classifieds in Canada. No Sign up, No Email Required to Post. What is Probate? Probate is a court-supervised process that begins after a person’s death. The probate court's primary role is to ensure that the deceased person's debts are paid and that their remaining assets are distributed according to the will or, if no will exists, under California's intestacy laws. The process provides legal oversight and protection to ensure the deceased’s wishes are honored and that beneficiaries receive their inheritance lawfully. When is Probate Necessary in California? In California, not all estates must go through probate. Whether probate is required depends largely on the size of the estate and the type of assets owned by the decedent. Here are the key thresholds and exemptions: Small Estates: If the total value of the decedent’s estate is less than $184,500 (as of 2024), the estate may qualify for a simplified probate process, often referred to as a "small estate affidavit" procedure. This method allows the beneficiaries to bypass full probate court, thus speeding up the process and minimizing court involvement. Jointly Owned Property: Assets held in joint tenancy or community property with right of survivorship automatically pass to the surviving owner without going through probate. This includes homes and other jointly held real estate. Beneficiary-Named Assets: Certain assets like life insurance policies, retirement accounts, and payable-on-death bank accounts that have named beneficiaries can be transferred without probate. Living Trusts: Assets held in a living trust bypass probate entirely. Upon the death of the trust creator, the assets are managed and distributed by the designated trustee according to the terms of the trust. Steps in the California Probate Process If probate is necessary, the process can take several months to more than a year depending on the complexity of the estate and whether any disputes arise. The key steps in California’s probate process are as follows: 1. Filing a Petition for Probate The first step in the probate process is to file a petition with the appropriate probate court in the county where the decedent lived. The petition can be filed by the person named as executor in the will, or if there is no will, by an interested party, such as a close family member. Once the petition is filed, the court will schedule a hearing to officially appoint the executor or administrator of the estate.  | |
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