Is a Living Trust Created in One State Valid in Another?
Moving to a new state can bring up many questions about your estate planning documents. A common concern is whether a living trust created in
We are experts at preparing and recording accommodation deeds in all California counties as well as out of state. We have built successful relationships with many escrow and title companies.
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So often we hear that property taxes were increased by thousands of dollars per year as a result of people preparing their own deeds. We are experts at preparing and recording deeds and we have been providing this service for over 20 years.
Our deeds are coded properly to avoid property tax reassessment, whenever possible. Sometimes this requires multiple steps which we handle for you.
We personally hand deliver your documents to the Orange County Recorder’s office for recording.
The cost to prepare and record a Deed for a property in California or throughout the United States is $600. This fee includes the recording fee.
Costs to Prepare and Record an Affidavit of Death for a Property is $600.
Proposition 19, which went into effect on February 16, 2021, changes the property tax reassessment exclusion qualifications for transfers between parent(s) and child(ren).
If the transfer is a result of the parent(s) death which occurred prior to February 16, 2021, the date of death could be considered the transfer date. If your transfer qualifies under the new rules, we can prepare and file the Parent Child Reassessment Exclusion form for you for $350. Transferring title to a new party, including transfers from a parent to a child, can trigger a property tax reassessment if not prepared properly.
In addition to accommodation deeds we also prepare the following legal documents:
Yes, you can transfer property ownership to a family member using a legal document called a quitclaim deed. We can assist in preparing this document to ensure it’s legally valid and meets all requirements for recording with the Aliso Viejo Recorder’s Office.
If there’s an error in a recorded document, such as a misspelled name or incorrect legal description, we can assist you in preparing a corrective deed or affidavit. These documents will be filed with the county to rectify the mistake and ensure accuracy in public records.
To ensure a real estate transaction is legally binding, the necessary documents must be properly drafted, signed, and recorded. This includes deeds, purchase agreements, and any necessary disclosures. We provide guidance through each step to ensure your transaction complies with California’s real estate laws.
Selling a property as part of an estate can involve various documents, including probate papers, affidavits of heirship, and a real estate transfer deed. We specialize in preparing these documents to ensure the sale process runs smoothly and meets all legal requirements for estate transfers in California.
Our fees vary depending on the type of document and the complexity of your case. We offer competitive pricing, and our team is happy to provide a detailed quote based on your specific needs.
With our help, you and your spouse will work through the issues that need to be resolved so that your marriage can end as amicably and cost effectively as possible.
We will prepare and file all necessary paperwork and serve all parties. The entire process can be discussed in a Consultation prior to engaging our services.
Save your loved ones the cost, stress and delay of going through the legal process. Learn more about how we can help you with your Living Trust.
We will aggressively work to have negative, false or damaging information removed from your credit report. Learn more about our costs and process.
Contact us to schedule a Consultation meeting if you would like to discuss the requirements for a Corporation in your state.
Will will help you to setup everything you need to open a new business, and even a bank account for the newly formed LLC business.
Our Eviction/Unlawful Detainer service helps you during the legal process by which a landlord may terminate a tenant’s right to remain on the property.
Probate is the judicial process that distributes a person’s assets after they die. In most states, probate is required even if there is a Will.
For our full involvement throughout the custody process until the custody is finalized or our office is no longer needed.
Learn how to receive full assistance with all paperwork and our mediation services to assist you with a Stipulation.
We are experts at preparing accommodation deeds in all California counties as well as out of state. We have built successful relationships with many escrow companies.
We are experts at preparing accommodation deeds in all California counties as well as out of state. We have built successful relationships with many escrow companies.
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We’ve been providing Southern California with Excellent Legal Document and Divorce Mediation services since 1998.
We service the following counties: Orange, Los Angeles, San Bernardino, Riverside, San Diego, San Luis Obispo, Kern, Santa Barbara, Ventura and Imperial.
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Laguna Legal Headquarters
24800 Chrisanta Drive, Suite 200
Mission Viejo, CA 92691
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800-497-9850
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949-497-9877
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Bonded and Certified Legal Document Assistant, LDA #267. We are not attorneys and cannot give legal advice. A Legal Document Assistant provides only self help service to a member of the public who is representing him/her self in a legal matter. We are, however, very experienced and knowledgeable in preparation of living trusts, deeds and other legal documents including divorce mediation. We work closely with several attorneys who can give you the legal advice you need.