By David Cardenas - August 16, 2026
If you've been following California estate planning news, you may have heard the headline: heirs can now skip formal probate on a decedent's home if it's worth less than $750,000 — a huge jump from the old $61,500 limit. It sounds like it could make living trusts unnecessary for a lot of San Diego families. It doesn't. Here's why, and what the change actually means for homeowners in this county.