In Texas, an estate can be probated in more than one way. The most formal way to administer and estate is formal probate with court oversight. court oversight. Independent administration, muniment of title, and a small estate affidavit are other options. As the name implies, independent administration allows the executor/administrator of the estate to conduct all administrative functions without the need for court approval after the court has opened the probate and approved the appointment of … [Read more...] about Free Report: The Texas Probate Process

The formal probate process begins by filing a petition to probate in the appropriate court. The original Will must be submitted to the court at this time. One purpose of probate is to “prove” the Will. The court must determine that all the formalities of execution were met and the Will was not cancelled out or revoked prior to death. The court must also approve the appointment of the executor or administrator as well as determine if the estate qualifies for independent administration before … [Read more...] about Free Report: Duties of an Executor or Administrator in a Texas Probate