Legal Question in Wills and Trusts in California

I am so sorry to hear about this, it truly is awful news and I hope he pulls through as well.

As his wife, your daughter should receive everything in his estate without the need for Probate. The home should not receive a step up in value because as his wife, it is already community property in CA and she is, therefore, already an owner. You will need to file paperwork with the Assessor's Office in the Count where the property is located notifying them of his passing, G-D forbid, if he does pass away.

Before surgery? If there is time to prepare a trust with a pour over will, I'd certainly recommend that. Beyond that, spend time with him and let him know that he is well thought of and cared for.

I wish him, and your daughter, the best of luck.

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