Claiming Surplus Funds After a Tax Foreclosure Sale — Washington
FAQ: Claiming Surplus Funds After a Tax Foreclosure Sale in Washington Disclaimer: This information is educational only and is not legal advice. Laws change and every case turns on its facts. Consult a qualified Washington attorney if you need personalized legal help. Detailed answer — what the surplus is and how to claim it A […]
Read article →Washington — Transferring a Deceased Parent's Car Title to the Surviving Parent (Small Estate)
How to transfer a deceased parent's vehicle title to the surviving parent in Washington (small estate) Short answer: If the decedent’s personal property (including the vehicle) qualifies as a small estate under Washington law, the surviving spouse can usually transfer the vehicle into their name without full probate by using the small‑estate affidavit process set […]
Read article →How to Challenge or Dismiss a Petition for Possession and Control of Estate Property in Washington
Challenging a Petition for Possession and Control of Estate Property (Washington) Quick answer: If someone files a petition asking the probate court for possession and control of estate property in Washington, you can oppose that petition by timely filing a written objection or a motion to dismiss, requesting a hearing, and presenting facts and legal […]
Read article →Washington: How to Contest an Approved Estate Accounting More Than a Year Later
How to challenge an estate accounting in Washington more than a year after it was approved Short answer: In Washington, overturning or reopening an approved estate accounting after more than a year is possible but difficult. You typically must show a legal basis to reopen the matter (for example, lack of proper notice, fraud, mistake, […]
Read article →Challenging a Final Accounting in a Parent’s Estate in Washington
Detailed Answer — What to do if you received no notice of a sibling’s final accounting in your parent’s estate (Washington) Disclaimer: This is educational information, not legal advice. I am not a lawyer. If you need advice about your situation, consult a licensed Washington attorney. Quick overview If your sibling filed a final accounting […]
Read article →How to Clear Creditor Claims Before Selling a Parent’s Estate Home — Washington
Clearing Creditor Claims Before Selling an Estate Home Disclaimer: This article provides general information about Washington law and common steps. It is not legal advice. Consult a licensed Washington attorney before acting. Detailed answer — how the creditor-claim process affects selling an estate property in Washington If you plan to sell a parent’s home after […]
Read article →Washington: What Happens to Sale Proceeds When Someone Dies Intestate
Short answer If a person dies without a will in Washington, money from a sale that belongs to the deceased generally becomes part of the deceased's probate estate unless it passed to someone else by operation of law (for example, held jointly with right of survivorship, payable‑on‑death, or owned in a trust). The court‑appointed personal […]
Read article →Washington: How to Retitle a Deceased Parent’s Car — Steps, Documents, and Options
Retitling a Vehicle After a Parent’s Death — What to Know in Washington This FAQ-style guide explains the common paths for transferring a car title after a parent dies under Washington law, the typical documents you’ll need, and practical steps to complete the transfer with the Washington Department of Licensing (DOL) or through probate. Disclaimer: […]
Read article →Washington: What to Do When a Proposed Administrator Withholds Estate Assets and Documents
What to do when a proposed administrator is withholding estate asset information and documents Short answer: In Washington, beneficiaries and other “interested persons” have rights to information about estate administration. Start by making a clear written request, check whether a probate case is open, and if the administrator still refuses, you can use probate court […]
Read article →What Happens If a Will Is Not Properly Signed in Washington?
How Washington courts handle a will that wasn’t properly signed Scope: This article explains what typically happens under Washington law when a will is not executed with the required formalities (for example, missing signatures or required witness attestations). It describes likely probate outcomes, options for parties who want the document admitted, and practical next steps. […]
Read article →