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Sample Letter for Closing of Estate with no Distribution in Harris County, Texas [Your Name] [Your Address] [City, State, ZIP] [Email Address] [Phone Number] [Date] [Probate Court's Name] [Probate Court's Address] [City, State, ZIP] Re: Estate of [Deceased Person's Full Name] Case No: [Probate Case Number] Dear [Probate Judge's Name], I hope this letter finds you in good health. I am writing to formally request the closing of the estate of [Deceased Person's Full Name] without any distribution of assets. As the court-appointed executor of the estate, I have completed the necessary tasks and fulfilled all the requirements to bring this matter to a close. I would like to present the following information regarding the closing of the estate: 1. Filing of the Final Inventory and Appeasement: Pursuant to section [Texas Probate Code Section], I have appropriately filed the final inventory and appeasement with this Honorable Court. The inventory includes a detailed list of all the assets, liabilities, and their corresponding values held by the estate as of the date of death. 2. Payment of Debts and Expenses: All outstanding debts, taxes, claims, and expenses of the estate have been paid in full. I have diligently adhered to the legal obligations of notifying creditors and have settled all valid claims that were presented within the stipulated time frame. 3. Publication of Notice of Closing: I have strictly complied with the legal requirement of publishing notice of the estate's closing in a local newspaper, providing creditors an opportunity to present any remaining claims. The publication period has passed, and no further claims have been filed. 4. Distribution Waivers: Pursuant to section [Texas Probate Code Section], I have obtained written consent and waiver of distribution from all beneficiaries and interested parties entitled to a portion of the estate. Their waivers are attached herewith as Exhibit A. Based on the above-mentioned facts and compliance with the Texas Probate Code, I kindly request this Honorable Court's approval for the formal closing of the estate without any distribution of assets. I would appreciate it if the court could provide an Order of Closing of Estate, which will act as an official document that certifies the estate's closure. Enclosed with this letter, please find all the required supporting documentation, including the final inventory and appeasement, proof of publication, payment receipts, and the obtained waivers for your reference. Should the court require any additional information or if there are any further steps needed to initiate the closing process, please do not hesitate to contact me at the provided contact details. Thank you for your attention to this matter. Yours sincerely, [Your Name] [Executor of the Estate] [Probate Case Number] Enclosures: 1. Final Inventory and Appeasement 2. Proof of Publication 3. Payment receipts 4. Waivers from Beneficiaries and Interested Parties (Exhibit A)
Sample Letter for Closing of Estate with no Distribution in Harris County, Texas [Your Name] [Your Address] [City, State, ZIP] [Email Address] [Phone Number] [Date] [Probate Court's Name] [Probate Court's Address] [City, State, ZIP] Re: Estate of [Deceased Person's Full Name] Case No: [Probate Case Number] Dear [Probate Judge's Name], I hope this letter finds you in good health. I am writing to formally request the closing of the estate of [Deceased Person's Full Name] without any distribution of assets. As the court-appointed executor of the estate, I have completed the necessary tasks and fulfilled all the requirements to bring this matter to a close. I would like to present the following information regarding the closing of the estate: 1. Filing of the Final Inventory and Appeasement: Pursuant to section [Texas Probate Code Section], I have appropriately filed the final inventory and appeasement with this Honorable Court. The inventory includes a detailed list of all the assets, liabilities, and their corresponding values held by the estate as of the date of death. 2. Payment of Debts and Expenses: All outstanding debts, taxes, claims, and expenses of the estate have been paid in full. I have diligently adhered to the legal obligations of notifying creditors and have settled all valid claims that were presented within the stipulated time frame. 3. Publication of Notice of Closing: I have strictly complied with the legal requirement of publishing notice of the estate's closing in a local newspaper, providing creditors an opportunity to present any remaining claims. The publication period has passed, and no further claims have been filed. 4. Distribution Waivers: Pursuant to section [Texas Probate Code Section], I have obtained written consent and waiver of distribution from all beneficiaries and interested parties entitled to a portion of the estate. Their waivers are attached herewith as Exhibit A. Based on the above-mentioned facts and compliance with the Texas Probate Code, I kindly request this Honorable Court's approval for the formal closing of the estate without any distribution of assets. I would appreciate it if the court could provide an Order of Closing of Estate, which will act as an official document that certifies the estate's closure. Enclosed with this letter, please find all the required supporting documentation, including the final inventory and appeasement, proof of publication, payment receipts, and the obtained waivers for your reference. Should the court require any additional information or if there are any further steps needed to initiate the closing process, please do not hesitate to contact me at the provided contact details. Thank you for your attention to this matter. Yours sincerely, [Your Name] [Executor of the Estate] [Probate Case Number] Enclosures: 1. Final Inventory and Appeasement 2. Proof of Publication 3. Payment receipts 4. Waivers from Beneficiaries and Interested Parties (Exhibit A)