Probate Calculator
How much could probate cost your family?
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Enter a value between $150,000 and $25 million.
Use the full value before any debts or mortgages. Works for $150,000 to $25 million.
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California’s Fee Schedule
| Tier | Value in tier | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| 4% on the first $100,000 | $0 | $0 |
| 3% on the next $100,000 | $0 | $0 |
| 2% on the next $800,000 | $0 | $0 |
| 1% on the next $9 million | $0 | $0 |
| 0.5% on the next $15 million | $0 | $0 |
This is an estimate of the standard fees only. California uses one schedule for both the attorney and the executor, so their fees match. It leaves out court filing fees, the probate referee’s appraisal, bond premiums, and any extra fees the court approves for extraordinary work. For estates over $25 million, the court sets the fee on the amount above $25 million.