In Texas, probating a will is an integral part of settling a person’s estate after they have died. The responsibility falls on the executor who was named to serve in the role by the person who wrote the will or an administrator designated by the court. To proceed with probate, there must be an application. This can be done by the executor, the decedent’s spouse, a person named in the will and others.
There is specific information that the applicant must provide as part of this process. While this might seem to be relatively simple, probate can be complicated, especially in cases where there might be a dispute among family members and other heirs. Therefore, adhering to the rules is crucial. For many, it is useful to have professional help.
Providing the necessary information can smooth the process
The applicant must provide all their basic information including their name, where they reside, their driver’s license information (if they have one), and their Social Security number. Regarding the testator, the applicant must provide their name, their last known residence and when they died.
The information as to the testator’s death must be given. That will include proof of death, the date in which it happened and the location. They must show that the testator owned property, a general description of it and that it had value. They must give the date in which the will was executed. They must give the names of those who witnessed the will, the testator’s children (if any), if the testator had a marriage dissolved after they wrote the will, and if state or charitable organizations were named as beneficiaries.
For all concerns with probate, having advice is imperative
In the aftermath of a person’s death, there is a lot to consider. Probate is when the person’s death is acknowledged, their finances are put in order and their objectives in the will go into effect. Often, people are overwhelmed by everything they need to deal with after a loved one dies. Probate can be complex and understanding it difficult. Having assistance that specializes in estate planning and probate can make the process easier.
