Get Ca De-305 2015

The CA DE-305 form, also known as the affidavit re real property of small value, is designed for individuals seeking to claim real property valued at $50,000 or less when a decedent has passed away. This guide will provide you with clear, step-by-step instructions to help you complete the form accurately online.

Follow the steps to fill out the CA DE-305 form online

1. Press the ‘Get Form’ button to access the CA DE-305 form in an editable format.
2. Fill in the attorney or party information, including the name, address, and State Bar number if applicable. If you are filing without an attorney, you may leave this section blank.
3. Provide the contact details such as telephone number, fax number (optional), and email address (optional).
4. Identify the attorney representing the decedent, if applicable, by entering their name.
5. Fill in the details of the Superior Court including the county, street address, mailing address, city, zip code, and branch name.
6. Under the section for the matter of the decedent, include the name of the individual who has died and their date of death.
7. Indicate the city and state where the decedent passed away.
8. Confirm that at least six months have passed since the decedent's date of death and attach a certified copy of the death certificate.
9. Specify the domicile of the decedent at the time of death and indicate whether they owned real property in the county.
10. Provide the legal description and Assessor's Parcel Number (APN) for the claimed property on an attached page labeled Attachment 5a.
11. Affirm that each declarant is a successor of the decedent, specifying roles such as beneficiary under a will or applicable probate code.
12. List the names and addresses of any guardian or conservator of the decedent's estate at the time of death, if applicable.
13. State the gross value of the decedent's interests in all real property located in California, confirming that it does not exceed $50,000.
14. Attach an Inventory and Appraisal of the decedent's real property interests, prepared on Judicial Council forms DE-160 and DE-161.
15. Indicate that no administration proceedings for the decedent's estate are currently being conducted in California.
16. Confirm that all funeral expenses and known unsecured debts have been paid.
17. Finally, sign and date the document, ensuring all required declarants have signed as well.
18. After completing the form, you can save changes, download, print, or share the completed affidavit.

Complete your CA DE-305 form online today to ensure accurate and timely processing of your claim.