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Back to EpisodesWhat REALLY Happens If You Die Without a Trust in California?
Published 7Β months, 1Β week ago
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A lot of people think their family will just automatically get their home or savings if they pass away without a trust β but that's not how it works in California.
In this video, I'm walking you through exactly what happens when someone dies without a trust in place. I'll explain the probate process β how long it takes, how much it costs, and why it's something I help my clients avoid every single day.
π My name is Michael Pevney, and I'm an estate planning attorney based in Orange County. At my firm, Pevney Estate Planning, PC, I create estate plans for California families so they can protect what they've worked hard to build.
Here's what you'll learn in this video:
β’ How probate works in California
β’ Why it's not just about a will
β’ Why verbal promises to family won't hold up in court
β’ How a revocable living trust can save your loved ones time, money, and stress
β’ Why privacy, control, and timing matter when it comes to your estate
π‘ If you're a homeowner in California and don't have a trust, your estate will most likely go through probate β which can take 18+ months and cost up to $46,000 for a $1 million home.
Let's make sure that doesn't happen to your family.
π Ready to avoid probate and protect your legacy?
You can schedule a free strategy session with me directly at:
π https://www.ocestateplanlawyer.com
π£οΈ Got a question about estate planning? Drop it in the comments β I often answer questions there, and sometimes even in future videos.
βΈ»
π Pevney Estate Planning, PC
π 25201 Paseo de Alicia, Suite 140, Laguna Hills, CA 92653
π https://www.ocestateplanlawyer
In this video, I'm walking you through exactly what happens when someone dies without a trust in place. I'll explain the probate process β how long it takes, how much it costs, and why it's something I help my clients avoid every single day.
π My name is Michael Pevney, and I'm an estate planning attorney based in Orange County. At my firm, Pevney Estate Planning, PC, I create estate plans for California families so they can protect what they've worked hard to build.
Here's what you'll learn in this video:
β’ How probate works in California
β’ Why it's not just about a will
β’ Why verbal promises to family won't hold up in court
β’ How a revocable living trust can save your loved ones time, money, and stress
β’ Why privacy, control, and timing matter when it comes to your estate
π‘ If you're a homeowner in California and don't have a trust, your estate will most likely go through probate β which can take 18+ months and cost up to $46,000 for a $1 million home.
Let's make sure that doesn't happen to your family.
π Ready to avoid probate and protect your legacy?
You can schedule a free strategy session with me directly at:
π https://www.ocestateplanlawyer.com
π£οΈ Got a question about estate planning? Drop it in the comments β I often answer questions there, and sometimes even in future videos.
βΈ»
π Pevney Estate Planning, PC
π 25201 Paseo de Alicia, Suite 140, Laguna Hills, CA 92653
π https://www.ocestateplanlawyer