CCP 874.316 Archives

The Importance of Valuation under the Partition of Real Property Act – California Code of Civil Procedure Section 874.320

Partition actions are often complex, involving multiple co-owners with competing interests in the division or sale of a property. While many parties understand the importance of a fair valuation in cases involving buyouts under California Code of Civil Procedure Section 874.317, the significance of valuation extends beyond buyout scenarios. Even when no buyout is sought, … Read More

My Co-owner Asked for Partition by Sale. Can I Buy Out my Co-owner?

Yes, California Code of Civil Procedure 874.317 is the California partition statute that sets forth the manner in which a co-owner of property can buy out the interests of the other co-owners who requested a sale in a partition action. The purchase price for the buy out under the Partition of Real Property Act is based on … Read More

Can I Remove My Former Fiancé(e) From the Title of My Property?

Separating from a partner is a difficult position but it is even more complex when an unmarried couple separates after purchasing a property together. Unfortunately, this scenario is common enough that nearly half of all partition cases involve unmarried couples. Depending on whether the goal of a co-owner is to force the sale of the … Read More

What does the appraiser value under the Partition of Real Property Act

Appraisals of Fair Market Value under the Partition of Real Property Act – Code of Civil Procedure 874.316(d)

While the public may believe there is only one way to appraise a property, many co-owners end up in a debate with the court over the parameters of a proper valuation under the Partition of Real Property Act. “Fair Market Value of the Property” is to be Determined under the Partition of Real Property Act … Read More

Can a Co-Owner Buy the Property in the Partition Action?

Yes. While co-owners have the opportunity to purchase each other’s shares, navigating this path can introduce potential disputes and requires adherence to specific state laws and court procedures aimed at co-owners seeking to acquire interests. Exploring the feasibility of a co-owner purchasing property in a partition action merges legal intricacies and strategic considerations within the … Read More

Uniform Partition of Heirs Property Act Definitions CCP 874.312

Uniform Partition of Heirs Property Act in California (2022)

The Uniform Partition of Heirs Property Act (UPHPA) was a law that was enacted January 1, 2022. It was originally introduced into California’s legislature as Assembly Bill No. 633 and was signed by Governor Gavin Newsom signed in July 2021. The UPHPA provided defendants in a partition action added opportunities to buy out their co-owners. … Read More

Code of Civil Procedure 874.316 Determiniation of fair market value, notice Uniform Partition of Heirs Property Act

Code of Civil Procedure 874.316 CCP – Determination of fair market value; notice (Partition of Real Property Act)

California Code of Civil Procedure 874.316 is the California partition statute that sets forth the manner in which the fair market value of the property. In conjunction with a co-owner buyout of interests under Code of Civil Procedure 874.317, these statutes form the essence of the Partition of Real Property Act. Talkov Law has developed … Read More

Code of Civil Procedure 874.320 Court Ordered Open-Market Sale; Sealed Bids; Auction

Code of Civil Procedure 874.320 CCP – Court ordered open-market sale; sealed bids; auction (Partition of Real Property Act)

California Code of Civil Procedure 874.320 the California partition statute that explains the details of how a court will sell a property under the California Partition of Real Property Act. The statute states the following: (a) If the court orders a sale of property, the sale shall be an open-market sale unless the court finds that a … Read More

Partition of Real Property Act – California – The Ultimate Guide

What is the Partition of Real Property Act in California? The Partition of Real Property Act is a new bill that went into effect on January 1, 2023, which replaces the Uniform Partition of Heirs Property Act. The law gives parties to a partition an opportunity to buy the property at an appraised value as … Read More

Code of Civil Procedure 874.312 CCP – Definitions (Partition of Real Property Act)

California Code of Civil Procedure 874.312 is the California partition statute that defines terms used in the Partition of Real Property Act. The terms stated here are used throughout California’s Partition of Real Property Act, which became effective January 1, 2023. For purposes of this chapter, the following definitions apply:(a) “Determination of value” means a … Read More