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To begin a remote public search of probate records, one should use Minnesota's Public Access System. Interested parties can search by court file number or the name of an individual involved. The system will display the probate case number and a summary if a probate has commenced.
In Minnesota, you can make a living trust to avoid probate for virtually any asset you own—real estate, bank accounts, vehicles, and so on. You need to create a trust document (similar to a will), naming someone to take over as trustee after your death (called a "successor trustee").
If there is no real property, then the value of the personal property in the estate should be over $75,000 for Informal Probate. If the value of these assets is less than $75,000 and there is no real property, you will not need to go through probate. Visit the Probate, Wills & Estates Help Topic for more information.
Minnesota law does not set a specific timeline for settling an estate, but it generally should be done as "expeditiously and efficiently as is compatible with the best interests of the estate." Delays can result in additional expenses and even legal repercussions for the executor.
The non-probate assets that do not apply to the deceased person's debts are: Property with the right of survivorship. Insurance proceeds, such as life insurance. Annuities payable to an individual upon death.
(1) The claimant may deliver or mail to the personal representative a written statement of the claim indicating its basis, the name and address of the claimant, and the amount claimed, or may file a written statement of the claim, in the form prescribed by rule, with the court administrator.
Transfer on Death Deed. For real estate, a transfer on death deed (TODD) that is filed with the county while the owner is alive acts to change ownership of property once they pass without going through probate.
Heirs may not take your personal property until 30 days after your death. If your personal property exceeds $75,000 or you own real estate in your name alone, your estate must be probated.
If your personal property exceeds $75,000 or you own real estate in your name alone, your estate must be probated.