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How Can the Form of Title on Your Real Estate Avoid Probate

Industry, Legal Corner, Tips January 14, 2020January 16, 2020 JohnHart Real Estate 0 Comments

When purchasing any real property, one must not ignore the importance of how the property is titled. Many will simply check the box next to the form of title they hear the most, without really knowing what it means. However, the way title is held may have consequences several years down the road and could […]

Revocable Transfer on Death Deed: The Simple Estate Plan

Industry, Legal Corner, RE News December 26, 2019December 27, 2019 JohnHart Real Estate 0 Comments

For most Americans, the largest asset they own is their home. However, the cost of establishing an estate plan can be prohibitive for some. To create an affordable means to transfer real estate and avoid Probate, the California Assembly passed Bill (AB) 139 (codified in California Probate Code Section 5642), which created a deed that […]

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