Probate

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Probate is the legal process by which a deceased person’s will is reviewed and validated by a court, ensuring that the will is authentic, debts and taxes are paid, and that the remaining assets are properly distributed to the named beneficiaries

Also Note:

  • Probate can be time-consuming and public, and in some cases, costly, depending on the size and complexity of the estate.

  • Many people use living trusts or joint ownership strategies to avoid probate and keep their affairs private.

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