Some estates will not need to go through probate, while others qualify for simplified probate. Some types of assets automatically pass to an heir without any oversight from the probate court.
If the Estate has been fully administered and it is ready to be closed, file the original Closing Statement ing to the instructions above. Then send a copy of your conformed Closing Statement along with a note requesting that the hearing be canceled to the Commissioner assigned to your case.
For those claims, under ARS §14-3803(C)(2), the creditor must present a claim within four months after it arises or “two years after the decedent's death plus the time remaining in the period commenced by an actual or published notice pursuant to § 14-3801, subsection A or B,” whichever is later.
Closing an estate means that the executor has carried out all of their duties and that there's nothing left to do to manage the estate other than distributing assets.
That is accomplished by filing with the local Probate Court a pleading called an Application for Informal Probate of Will and Appointment of Personal Representative. Alternatively, in the case of an intestate decedent, the pleading is called an Application for Informal Appointment of Personal Representative.
In Arizona probate can take basically as long as it needs. An executor doesn't really have a timeline. There's a recommended start date, which is 60 days after somebody passes away.
Although you aren't required to use a residential real estate attorney when buying, selling, or building a home, the law surrounding the process is complicated and it is often wise to at least consult with a lawyer to make sure you're informed about potential issues and roadblocks.
Transfer of Small Estate by Affidavit in the estate of the person who died (the "decedent"), wherever that property is located, less liens and encumbrances, does not exceed $75,000, and at least 30 days have passed since the death of the decedent, and/or.
Filing a claim against an estate is a fairly simple process: In the claim, you'll state under oath that the debt is owed and provide details on the amount of the debt and any payments the decedent made. If you have written documentation, you can attach it to your claim.
Probate Shortcuts in Arizona ValueOther Requirements Personal Property < $75,000 No ongoing formal probate Real Estate <$100,000 No personal representative appointed (or active during the last year)