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Why You Shouldn’t Leave a Deceased Parent’s Home in Their Trust to “Avoid” Property Tax Reassessment

  • July 14, 2025
  • devinlucas

Thinking of keeping a deceased parent’s home in their trust to “avoid” reassessment? Don’t do it. This common myth can lead to massive tax bills, penalties, title issues, and even trustee liability. At Lucas Real Estate Group, we help clients across Newport Beach, Costa Mesa, and Orange County navigate property transfers, Proposition 19, and trust administration — the right way.