What Happens to the Mortgage When Someone Dies

Charlotte’s Questions™ Better Questions. Better Decisions. One thoughtful question can change everything. Welcome to Charlotte’s Questions™, a weekly series designed to help executors, administrators, and trustees think more clearly about inherited property and estate decisions. Every article begins with one real question people are asking and offers practical wisdom, thoughtful guidance, and the CALM Method® […]

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Budget-Friendly DIY Home Improvements That Can Add Value to Your Home

Budget-friendly DIY home improvements can help homeowners improve functionality, enhance curb appeal, and potentially increase perceived property value without taking on major renovation expenses. While not every project delivers the same impact, strategic upgrades often produce meaningful improvements for a relatively small investment. The key is making thoughtful decisions about where to invest your time,

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What Are the Biggest Mistakes Families Make With Inherited Property?

The biggest mistakes families make with inherited property are making repair decisions too early, renovating without a clear strategy, accepting offers before exploring all options, delaying important decisions, and failing to assemble the right professional team. These mistakes can increase costs, create unnecessary delays, and reduce flexibility during probate or trust administration. The good news

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The Fed Is Not Your Business Partner

Over the past couple of  weeks, I listened closely to a fascinating conversation between real estate investor Ken McElroy and investor and educator Tarl Yarber as they unpacked what is happening with inflation, interest rates, bond yields, and the broader economy right now. What stood out to me as I listened was how closely these national economic conversations mirror

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What California Buyers and Investors Need to Know About Rates, Inflation, and Rental Demand in 2026

Charlotte Volsch is a Probate & Trust Real Estate Specialist and Estate Property Advisor with over 24 years of experience and more than 230 probate and trust property sales. She helps attorneys, executors, and families navigate the sale of inherited property, including determining whether to renovate, list, or sell as-is. California real estate in 2026

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