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Estate Planning, Estate Planning Updates and Compliance, Probate & Estate Administration, California Law Updates, Real Property & Inheritance, Small Estate Procedures, Legislative Changes, Avoiding Probate, Trust-Based Planning Jamie Devey Estate Planning, Estate Planning Updates and Compliance, Probate & Estate Administration, California Law Updates, Real Property & Inheritance, Small Estate Procedures, Legislative Changes, Avoiding Probate, Trust-Based Planning Jamie Devey

What Happens to Non-Primary Residences Under California’s New Small Estate Laws?

As of April 1, 2025, California’s updated small estate laws streamline probate for primary residences — but leave non-primary real estate, like rentals, vacation homes, and vacant land, in a tricky spot. Under the new rules, if non-residential property is valued over $69,625, heirs may no longer use simplified procedures and could face full probate. Learn how this change impacts families and what planning steps can help avoid unnecessary court proceedings.

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