Assets that are left behind in a deceased person's estate must generally be probated. In Oklahoma, it may be possible to streamline the process if certain criteria are met. This may help to ease the emotional burden of those tasked with settling the affairs of a...
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How should you react if you’re left off of a will?
Assets retained inside of a decedent's estate may be subject to Oklahoma probate laws. The probate process either verifies the decedent's will or decides how property should be distributed if that person died intestate. If a valid will is presented to a probate judge,...
The purpose of a probate sale
After a person's death, the property is transferred to its rightful owners. The situation is complicated if there is no will and often requires a court-ordered process. The main steps of a probate sale are handled in a court in Oklahoma. Distributing the estate...
Understanding the meaning of a probate sale
People may have questions about what happens during a probate sale. This often occurs after a homeowner dies without a will. Learn the basic functions of a probate sale in Oklahoma and the court's involvement in the process. Steps of the process A probate sale occurs...
Which assets should be included in your trust?
One of the biggest mistakes people make when creating their wills is thinking that their property will transfer quickly to their beneficiaries. The bottom line is that whether or not you have a will, your assets will go through probate when you pass away. A revocable...