September 2025

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Understanding Full vs. Limited Probate Authority in California

What is the difference between full authority and limited authority in California probate? How long does it take to sell a house in probate in California? What is overbidding in a California probate sale? Do I need court approval to sell probate property in California? By Maya Bovshow, CEO, Trust Properties USA Clients often ask […]

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How Unqualified Contractors Often Create Estate Liability and Derail Sales

What are the risks of using unqualified contractors for estate property sales? Do trustees and executors have to used licensed contractors?  By Maya Bovshow, CEO Trust Properties USA When it comes time to sell an inherited home, families often suggest, “I have my own contractors” or “I know a guy who’ll fix that roof really

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What to Do When You Inherit a House in California, Part 4: Tax Implications

Will property taxes go up when I inherit a house in California? Does Prop 13 protect me against property tax increases? What did Prop 19 change about inheriting a house in California? By Maya Bovshow, CEO, Trust Properties USA One of the most common questions people ask after inheriting a house in Calfornia, is: “Am

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