Inherited a Parent's Home? Prop 19 and Your Property Taxes
by: Tricia GarciaPublished on: 20/10/2026Under Prop 19, a child keeps a parent's property tax base only by moving in, and only up to a cap. What heirs in Ventura County need to know, with deadlines.
Trust Sale vs. Probate Sale in California: What to Know
by: Steve HisePublished on: 03/10/2026Trust sale vs. probate sale in California: who can sell, court steps, overbids, timing, taxes on inherited homes, and what families and buyers should expect.
Inherited a House in Ventura County? Your First 30 Days
by: Tricia GarciaPublished on: 02/08/2026Just inherited a home in Ventura County? A calm, week-by-week checklist: secure the house, find out about trust or probate, keep bills paid, then decide.
Selling a Parent's Leisure Village Home in Camarillo
by: Steve HisePublished on: 28/07/2026Helping a parent sell their Leisure Village home in Camarillo? Here's what to expect on price, timeline, HOA dues, and taxes, from a local agent.
Simi Valley Real Estate Blog
Plain-English guides for buying, selling, and inheriting a home in Simi Valley and Ventura County, from local agents Steve Hise and Tricia Garcia.
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