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Relocating to Newport Beach or Costa Mesa? Here’s What Most Buyers Get Wrong

  • April 27, 2026
  • devinlucas

Relocating to Newport Beach, Costa Mesa, or Coastal Orange County? Buying a home here involves far more than finding the right listing. From neighborhood selection and school districts to California property taxes, Proposition 19, trust ownership, and long-term investment strategy, relocation requires expert local guidance. Lucas Real Estate Group helps buyers, executives, and families move with confidence through tailored relocation assistance, luxury real estate expertise, and legal and tax strategy designed for Newport Beach, Eastside Costa Mesa, Corona del Mar, and surrounding Orange County coastal communities.

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As a Trustee, When Do You Have to Notify the County About a Death Involving Real Estate? A simple guide for children, heirs, and trustees handling a deceased parent’s home in California.

  • February 13, 2026
  • devinlucas

When a parent passes away, one of the most common questions trustees ask is: “When do I have to notify the county about the home?” In most cases, California law requires a Change in Ownership Statement within 150 days of death. California actually has multiple timelines—some with penalties if missed—and they apply even if the property stays in the trust and no sale is planned. In this guide, we break down the 150-day rule, the 90-day rule, and how Proposition 19 fits into the picture so you can protect your family’s property taxes and avoid costly mistakes.

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