Maryland Affidavit of Heirship

If a successor’s loved one passes away, the successor may apply for an affidavit of heirship to bypass the probate court. Probate courts can take a lot of time and can cost a lot of money, which a grieving family or successor may wish to avoid. If the loved one…

The Arizona Affidavit of Heirship for Real Estate allows successors to transfer real estate, finances, cars, and other “property” after the owner has died, without the need for a will or probate court. The estate must be valued at less than $100,000 for Arizona to grant this affidavit – larger…

In Illinois, statute 755 Ill. Comp. Stat. § 5/25-1 provides successors, whether biological or otherwise, the ability to file an affidavit of heirship to claim a decedent’s property. This personal or “real” property – vehicles, bank accounts, final paychecks, and sometimes debts – must value at $100,000 or less to…

The affidavit of heirship in North Dakota is governed by statute 30.1-23-01. (3-1201). For loved ones who wish to claim a decedent’s personal property such as bank accounts, trusts, or vehicles, there is a 30-day waiting period after filing the affidavit of heirship, and the personal property may not value…

Texas defines “small estates” as those valuing $75,000 or less. To claim bank accounts, trusts, heirlooms, and other personal property not including motor vehicles owned by a decedent, interested parties may file the affidavit of heirship to avoid probate court. If there is no will, or the court determines the…