What are the most frequent pitfalls in California Cash for Keys agreements? How can landlords protect themselves from costly errors when negotiating tenant buyouts? What documentation and procedures are legally required for Cash for Keys transactions in California’s major cities? By Maya Bovshow, CEO, Trust Properties USA Note: This is Part II of a two-part […]
California Evictions, Part I: How Can I Evict a Tenant in a House I Inherited in California?
What are your options when dealing with a troublesome eviction in California? What is the difference between an at-fault and a no-fault eviction in California? How can you safely navigate the complex California eviction process? By Maya Bovshow, CEO, Trust Properties USA Inheriting a house in California can feel like a windfall—until you realize it […]
Some Common Mistakes in Florida Probate Property Sales
What can go wrong in a Florida probate real estate sale? How do the Florida Homestead laws affect probate of real estate? By Maya Bovshow, CEO, Trust Properties USA Have you inherited a home in Florida that may require probate? In addition to consulting a qualified Florida probate lawyer, I urge you to contact Trust […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
What to Do When You Inherit a House in California, Part 3: Sell or Not Sell?
What are my options when I inherit a house? Should I sell, move-in, or rent? What if I inherit a house with other siblings? By Maya Bovshow, CEO, Trust Properties USA You’ve done the paperwork. You’ve secured the house you inherited. You’ve wrapped your head around probate or the trust. Now comes the big decision: […]
What to Do When You Inherit a House in California, Part 2: More Issues & Probate
What Common Issues May I Face in an Inherited House? Do I need to go through probate with a house I inherit? Can I get help with clean-out, property distribution, and evictions? By Maya Bovshow, CEO, Trust Properties USA Last week I talked about the very first things to do when you inherit a house […]
Blog Series: What to Do When You Inherit a House in California, Part 1: First Steps
What are the first steps when I inherit a house in California? What should I watch out for when inheriting a house? How do I handle the title of a house in California that I inherit? by Maya Bovshow, CEO, Trust Properties USA Welcome to Part I in our blog series on “What to Do […]
Putting Families First: Meet Lisa Gordon of Trust Properties USA | Probate And Trust Real Estate | Video Case Study
Trust Properties USA understands the emotional nature of taking on a loved one’s home after they pass. For a recent seller, preserving her brother’s memory was their biggest priority. That’s where Lisa Gordon stepped in. She sat down with the client, who traveled from out of state in order to get their late brother’s affairs […]