Full Probate
A probate must be done through the court if someone who owns real property (or real estate) passes away without a Living Trust. Even if the decedent had a Will, the Will must be submitted to probate court before the property can be inherited.
Petition to Determine Succession
A Petition to Determine Succession to Real Property is a type of simplified probate that can only be done for estates under $184,500. An assessment by the Probate Referee may be needed prior to starting this process.
Heggstad Petition
A Heggstad Petition can be done in the event someone with a Living Trust passes away without titling their real property (or real estate) into the Trust’s name.
Spousal Property Petition
A Spousal Property Petition must be done in the event someone who owns real property (or real estate) passes away without adding their spouse’s name to the property title.