In California, buying out siblings from an inherited house usually requires more than agreeing on a price. The family should confirm who has legal authority,…
Can an Occupying Heir Be Charged Rent in California?
Possibly. In California, an heir living in an inherited house may face rent, fair-rental-value offsets, reimbursement, accounting, possession, or eviction issues. The answer usually turns…
Probate Sale vs. Partition Action for a California House
If an inherited house is still part of a probate estate, probate usually controls the sale process. If probate is complete and the heirs already…
Can a Trustee Sell a House Without Beneficiary Approval? | Bakersfield CA
One of the most common disputes is whether the trustee can sell a trust-owned house when a beneficiary objects. In many cases, the answer is…
Do beneficiaries have a right to information from a trustee in California? | Bakersfield, CA
Beneficiaries in California generally have enforceable rights to information about a trust and its administration. Trustees who stay silent often create bigger problems.
What happens if a trustee does nothing in California? | Bakersfield Guide
If you have been named trustee and have not taken action yet, the most important thing to understand is this: doing nothing is still a…
From Simple to Sophisticated: Choosing Between “A,” “AB,” and “ABC” Trusts in Your Estate Plan
When it comes to estate planning, not all trusts are created equal—especially for married couples. The structure of your trust can have a profound impact…
Using Anti-SLAPP Motions in Decedent Estates and Trust Administration: A Guide with Examples
California’s anti-SLAPP (Strategic Lawsuit Against Public Participation) statute, under Code of Civil Procedure § 425.16, provides a unique tool to combat meritless lawsuits stemming from…
Trust Management Challenges: Why Some Inheritances Are Reduced
Administering a trust can be complicated, especially when the trust doesn’t have enough cash or unallocated funds to cover expenses like taxes, creditor claims, and…
Removing a Bad Trustee
People select Trustees to handle the trust’s affairs after they pass on, but sometimes they die without knowing that the Trustee was a bad choice.…