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  1. Click ‘Get Form’ to open the Small Estate Affidavit in the editor.
  2. Begin by filling in the decedent's name and date of death in Section A. Ensure accuracy as this information is crucial for the affidavit.
  3. In Section B, confirm that more than 30 days have passed since the decedent's death. This is a requirement for filing.
  4. Complete Section C by indicating the county of residence at the time of death. If it differs from Montgomery County, provide supporting facts.
  5. Proceed to Sections D and E, confirming that there was no will and no pending administration of the estate.
  6. In Section F, state that the total value of assets does not exceed $50,000, excluding homestead and exempt property.
  7. List all assets in Section I with detailed descriptions and values. Specify if they are community or separate property.
  8. Document all liabilities in Section J, ensuring you include every debt owed by the decedent.
  9. Fill out family history sections (K to L) accurately to reflect heirs and their respective shares.
  10. Finally, gather signatures from all distributees and two disinterested witnesses as required at the end of the form.

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Each county has its own specific form for the small estate affidavit, so obtain the form from the website or office of the probate court in the county in which your loved one was a resident. Although each form is slightly different, they all require the following information: Name and address of decedent. Date of death.
Cost Of The Small Estate Affidavit Procedure The clerks filing fee for this procedure is usually about $475 in Texas. That is generally the only court expense.
While it is possible to file the affidavit without legal assistance, it may be beneficial to consult an attorney if the estate involves complex assets or disputes.
Heirs can use a small estate affidavit to collect property directly from banks and other institutions. The court must first approve the application. If there is a homestead, the heirs will need to record a copy of the court-approved affidavit in the property records.
You can use the small estate affidavit to transfer real property to a surviving spouse and surviving minor children. If you only need to transfer real property to a surviving spouse, you can use an affidavit of heirship. An affidavit of heirship cannot be used to transfer other assets like cars or bank accounts.

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Filing a notarized small estate affidavit could take weeks to months, depending on your state. Once youve sent the affidavit and necessary documents, the state will have to review it and might request additional information. Incorrect details or disputes between the heirs might cause delays in this process.

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