Filling out a small estate affidavit form can simplify the process of transferring a deceased person’s assets without the need for a lengthy probate procedure. This form is typically used when the ...

When a person dies, there may not be enough assets to justify filing a probate proceeding. This article discusses a solution that is sometimes available to transfer assets using a “small estate ...

After a loved one passes, probate can be long and costly. But, beneficiaries could avoid this process with a small estate affidavit if the estate meets certain requirements. In Wisconsin, heirs can ...

Q: I know that I can transfer up to $25,000 without probate. Does that figure include bank accounts that are payable on death? If so, any solutions other than a trust? A: Indiana, like most states, ...