Beneficiary Inaction Estate Distribution

Summary

If a beneficiary does nothing, the estate is distributed per the will or trust. In Utah, intestacy laws prioritize close relatives. Unclaimed assets may revert to the state.

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If someone dies intestate in Utah (without a will), the estate is distributed according to state laws. If a beneficiary chooses not to act, the estate will still be administered according to these laws. Here are a few key points:
- Utah's intestacy laws determine how the estate is divided among surviving relatives.
- If a beneficiary does not contest or claim their share, it might affect the distribution process.
- Certain assets may eventually revert to the state if unclaimed.
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Here's some general information about Utah's intestacy laws and handling unclaimed assets:
- Utah's intestacy laws prioritize spouses, children, and other close relatives in the distribution of the estate.
- If no relatives assert their claim, the estate may eventually escheat, meaning it reverts to the state.
- Each type of asset might have specific procedures for claiming or escheating.
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