Get Washington Affidavit Of Inheritance

Definition: Affidavit An affidavit is a written statement made or taken under oath before a notary, an officer of the court, or any other person authorized to administer such an oath.

When using the small estate affidavit process, you are responsible for ensuring that the debts of the decedent have been waived, paid, or arrangements for their payment have been made. Before proceeding with a small estate affidavit, review the decedent's records, mail, or belongings for any debts that exist.

If your vehicle was last titled in the state of WA you can fill out an Affidavit in Lieu of Title in place of the original title. This document can be obtained at any Quick Title Office in your state. We ask that your license plates remain on the vehicle at the time of pick-up UNLESS they are personalized.

If you happen to be the joint-owner, administrator, or beneficiary, you may only be required to provide the death certificate and the vehicle's title to your local WA title office. The title office agent will retitle the vehicle for you without an attorney or court order.

On the death of the owner, the property transfers automatically to the beneficiary or beneficiaries without the need for probate. The beneficiaries take title subject to any mortgages or other claims against the property. The beneficiary inherits whatever interest the owner had in the property at the time of death.

The Affidavit Lack of Probate (or “No Probate”) is a factual confirmation which supports that the rightful heirs are entitled to their interest in the property after the passing of the Decedent. It is recognized in many Washington Counties as a way to clear the Decedent's name off title as an alternative to a probate.

The signature of a personal representative as described in RCW 11.02. 005(1) is required to release interest for the deceased owner. The vehicle may then be titled and licensed in the name of the estate of the deceased pending final settlement of the estate.

The “Affidavit of Successor” may be used to claim a debt or personal property from any person or organization indebted to or having possession of any personal property belonging to a decedent. Please note this affidavit is only to be used to claim a debt or personal property.