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Assets that do not have to go through probate include property held in joint tenancy, property that is payable on death, annuities, life insurance, and retirement plans that have designated beneficiaries. Assets that do not transfer upon death require the probate process.
Minnesota law does not set a specific timeline for settling an estate, but it generally should be done as "expeditiously and efficiently as is compatible with the best interests of the estate." Delays can result in additional expenses and even legal repercussions for the executor.
The personal representative is personally responsible for probating the estate completely and correctly ing to Minnesota law. Most estates are expected to be completed within an 18 month period. If more time is needed, the personal representative must petition the court for an extension.
Estate planning tools like revocable living trusts, payable-on-death designations, and joint ownership can help you avoid the probate process, which can be time-consuming and costly. Understanding these specific laws is essential for effective estate planning and smoothly navigating the probate process in Minnesota.
The answer to this question is yes. Typically, after the will is filed and validated in probate court, it becomes public record.
In general, when no complicating factors exist, informal probate is easier and less expensive than formal probate. Most probate proceedings in Minnesota are informal. If you initiate probate as an interested party in the estate, you must initiate formal probate, not informal probate.
The length of the probate process will vary greatly depending on things such as the size and complexity of the estate. More often than not, however, probate will wrap up in about six months to one year.