Probate is the process of proving that the Will is valid (legally acceptable). During probate, the Will must be proved to the satisfaction of the Court.All owners of business personal property must complete and return a personal property declaration to the Assessor no later than November 1st annually. The Trust must be created under the laws of the state in which the property is located. Learn about the benefits of a living trust, how a trust differs from a will, and the steps you'll need to take to set up a living trust in New York. Administration is the process where the Surrogate's Court officially gives out Letters of Administration to a qualified distributee (heir) of the Decedent. If you've created a Trust with one or more beneficiaries, to transfer your Personal Property to those Trustees you'll need to first create a Transfer Document. Franklin Community Center through the estate. Need more information before filling out the forms? Cause of Death Affidavit (MPC 475).