Claiming Estate Share Texas

Summary

In Texas, if your late husband did not leave a will, you may need to go through probate to claim your share of his estate. For estates valued at $75,000 or less, excluding homestead and exempt property, a small estate affidavit might be an option. Independent administration is another less costly probate option. Mediation services offered by local courts can help resolve disputes without a lawyer. The small estate affidavit process applies to the total estate value, not individual shares. Consider these options to proceed with claiming your share.

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SMALL ESTATE... DOES THAT MEAN MY ONE THIRD SHAREWOULD HAVE TO BE UNDER *,* ??
In Texas, the small estate affidavit process applies to the total value of the estate, not your individual share. The entire estate must be valued at $*,* or less, excluding homestead and exempt property. Would you like more information on how to proceed with a small estate affidavit?