real property transfers

California’s Transfer on Death Deed: What You Need to Know

California’s Transfer on Death Deed: What You Need to Know

Read this comprehensive guide to learn how to use California's Transfer on Death Deeds to avoid probate and transfer your real property in the event of death, and whether a TOD is the best option for your family.

Did You Correctly Add Your Home To Your Living Trust?

Did You Correctly Add Your Home To Your Living Trust?

If you set up a revocable living trust to hold title to your home, read my article to make sure that you did it correctly. You created a living trust for two reasons: (1) to avoid probate and (2) to ensure your home smoothly goes to someone you love after you die. Here’s four things to re-examine to make that into a reality.