What is a small estate affidavit?
A small estate affidavit can be used after a family member or spouse has passed away to speed up the process of estate resolution. If someone has passed away without a will or trust, and the estate is a small one, a small estate affidavit may come into play. An affidavit can also be used if you were named the executor of a “small estate.”
What is an eviction?
Sometimes landlord-tenant relations can be complicated, especially when talking about something like evictions, known legally as unlawful detainers. Here’s some general information that may provide some clarification:
In the state of California, a landlord may evict a tenant if they:
1. Fail to pay the rent on time;
2. Break the rental agreement and will not fix the problem (i.e. having pets when no pets are allowed);
3. Damage property and thereby lower the property value;
Should I consider Bankruptcy as an Option?
Bankruptcy can be considered a last resort to solve your money and debt problems. On the positive side though, bankruptcy can protect you and your property by stopping all collection actions by your creditors. On the other hand, it may make be difficult to get a mortgage, acquire credit, buy a car, or even get a job. Filing for bankruptcy will affect your life for the next seven years and beyond, so it is important to know your basics.
The most common forms of bankruptcy are: