Texas Small Estate Affidavit

Summary

To qualify for a Texas Small Estate Affidavit, the decedent must have died intestate, and the estates value should not exceed $75,000, excluding homestead and exempt property. At least 30 days must have passed since the decedents death, and all debts must be settled. Heirs can be any individuals entitled under Texas intestacy laws, not just minor children or a spouse.

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do the heirs have to be minor children or spouse?
In Texas, heirs don't have to be minor children or a spouse to qualify for a Small Estate Affidavit. Heirs can be any individuals entitled to inherit under Texas intestacy laws, which may include children, parents, siblings, or other relatives, depending on the situation. Would you like more information on this?
yes because when i looked up the texas estate code it stated something along those lines
Here's a quick overview of the Texas Small Estate Affidavit requirements:
- The decedent must have died intestate (without a will).
- The estate's total value should be $*,* or less, excluding the homestead and exempt property.
- At least 30 days should have passed since the decedent's death.
- Heirs don't need to be minor children or a spouse; they can be any individuals entitled under Texas intestacy laws.
If you need more specific details or clarification, feel free to ask!