Teuninck & DeBishoppe, Inc

10/13/2026

Note and Deed of Trust

What it is: A Note and Deed of Trust is a private lending document that secures a loan against real property, common when family members or private parties finance a purchase directly.

Example: When the Patel family financed their son’s first home purchase, Teuninck & DeBishoppe prepared the Note and Deed of Trust, giving them legal security for the loan while keeping the transaction outside a bank. Our Deed Transfer expertise made recording seamless.

For help structuring a private loan, visit https://www.teuninckdebishoppe.com/note-and-deed-of-trust-questionnaire.php.

10/06/2026

Pour Over Will

✅ (Hook):
What happens to assets your trust didn’t catch?

✅ (What It Is):
A Pour Over Will directs any assets left out of your trust into it after you pass, closing the gap.

✅ (For Who):
Anyone with a Revocable Living Trust who wants full coverage for untitled property.

✅ (Benefits):
Nothing falls outside your plan; your trust stays the controlling document; adds a legal safety net.

✅ (CTA):
Ask us about pairing your trust with a Pour Over Will. Call 408-209-3224.

Your trust is only as strong as what’s actually inside it. A Pour Over Will catches the rest. Learn more about Pour Over Wills here: https://www.teuninckdebishoppe.com/services/pour-over-will.html

09/30/2026

I called the office regarding obtaining a living trust. They provided me with questionnaires to complete and information regarding the trust. They scheduled an appointment for me, and right then and there, I was able to obtain our family living trust. They were very efficient. I would highly recommend them to my friends. - Loida Macasiray

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09/29/2026

What documents do I need if I just had a baby and want to protect my family?

New parents often ask this.

✅ A Revocable Living Trust names guardians and beneficiaries for your children
✅ A Pour Over Will catches anything left outside the trust
✅ A Power of Attorney with an Advanced Health Care Directive ensures decisions are made your way if you're ever unable to make them yourself.

For professional guidance, visit https://www.teuninckdebishoppe.com/

09/22/2026

"I have known Rob for the past ten years. He has very good knowledge in the loan, title, and legal documents preparation and associated transactions. Being a certified Notary is an advantage that Rob has." – Benny Thayil, EWM Warehouse and Transportation Lead

09/15/2026

Myth: "A handwritten will isn't valid unless it's witnessed."

Fact: California recognizes holographic (handwritten) wills without witnesses, as long as the material provisions and signature are in the testator's own handwriting.

09/08/2026

Certification of Trust

✅ What it is
A short legal document confirming a trust exists and naming the trustee, without revealing the full trust terms

✅ For Who
Trustees who need to prove their authority to banks, title companies, or other institutions

✅ Benefits
Protects the privacy of trust details, speeds up transactions, and satisfies institutional requirements

If you need Legal Assistance with a Certification of Trust, call Teuninck & DeBishoppe, Inc at 408-209-3224.

09/02/2026

Small Estate Affidavit

What it is: A sworn statement that lets heirs claim a qualifying small estate's assets in California without going through full probate.

Example: When Carla's father passed with an estate under California's small estate threshold, she worried about months in probate court. Teuninck & DeBishoppe prepared a Small Estate Affidavit, letting Carla claim her father's assets directly. Careful Document Drafting made the process quick and stress-free.

For professional support, email [email protected].

08/28/2026

What documents do I need to set up a Living Trust?

Setting up a Living Trust typically requires a Declaration of Trust outlining terms and beneficiaries, a Trust Transfer Deed to move property into the trust, an updated Pour-Over Will to catch any remaining assets, and a Certificate of Trust for financial institutions.

An Advanced Health Care Directive is often recommended alongside it. Our team handles the entire Document Drafting process from start to finish.

For professional support, email [email protected].

08/26/2026

Had our living trust updated with Rob. Received great customer service. He was very pleasant to talk with, provided great advice, and made us very comfortable discussing our situation, all for a very reasonable price. If we had gone to an attorney, it would have been much more expensive. – Noemi Hinchberger

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