Avoid probate. Pass assets directly.
Living Trust
A revocable living trust lets you control your assets during your lifetime and transfer them to your heirs without going through California's 12–18 month probate process. Essential for anyone who owns real estate in California.
California homes over $184,500 automatically trigger probate without a trust.
Quick Answer
A living trust in California lets you transfer your home and assets to your heirs without going through probate court, which can take 12–18 months. Govind Gopal in San Ramon helps Bay Area families set up revocable living trusts in about two weeks — starting with a free 30-minute consultation.
What's Included
What a Living Trust covers
Bypasses probate court entirely
Remains private — unlike a will
Can be changed or revoked any time
Works for NRI families with US and Indian assets
Common Questions
Clear answers to real questions.
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A will becomes effective after you die and must go through probate court — a public, often lengthy process. A living trust takes effect immediately, lets you manage assets during your lifetime, and transfers them to heirs without probate. In California, where probate can take 12–18 months and cost 4–8% of the estate, a living trust is almost always the better choice for homeowners.
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