Probate and probate court procedures are large topics that can be difficult to grasp. Essentially, it is the process of transferring one's estate on to the next generation. However, there is a lot one should know going into the process.

Probate can be an arduous process for a family to go through aside from the monetary cost of it all. Unfortunately, the real cost of probate can be a shock to those not already familiar with the various fees involved on top of what the probate code requires to be paid. Here we break down the real cost of probate in California.