The legal process of transferring property following a person’s death is known as probate. The deceased will have formalized their intentions prior to passing away (usually in a will), their property is collected, debts are paid from their estate and then the property is distributed to the intended recipients.
What Happens In Probate
The probate process can either be contested or uncontested. Contested issues tend to happen when a disgruntled heir wants a larger portion of the deceased’s property than what they received. For instance, the individual may argue that the decedent was improperly influenced when creating their will. However, a majority of probated estates go uncontested. In most cases, the deceased has appointed an executor to take over the management of their affairs after they pass away. In the case that an executor is not appointed the court will appoint a representative or administrator to settle the estate.
Why You Need a Will
A will is an essential document to have. It is a document used to formally express your wishes regarding how your estate is distributed once deceased. Despite your marital status or assets, you should consider creating a will. Creating a will helps to ensure that your estate is distributed properly to the intended parties and helps to avoid adding more grief to your family.
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