If I know someone who has no kids or family member, what happens to their home or estate when they die?

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If I know someone who has no kids or family member, what happens to their home or estate when they die?

If the homeowner passes away and has no other family members or offspring, what happens to the property.

Asked on August 25, 2017 under Real Estate Law, California

Answers:

S.L,. Member, California Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney

Answered 6 years ago | Contributor

If the individual leaves a Will, the Will is controlling as to the disposition of the property.
If the individual dies intestate (without a Will), the rules of intestate succession determine inheritance. Under the situation you described, if there are no heirs or next-of-kin, the estate goes to the State of California.


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