Ins and Outs of Independent Administration in Texas Probate
The Texas Advantage: Streamlining Estate Settlement Probate can often seem like a bureaucratic maze, but in Texas, there's a preferred path that offers efficiency and less court oversight: Independent Administration. This unique feature of Texas probate law allows the appointed executor or administrator to manage and settle the estate with minimal involvement from the probate court once they are legally qualified. This hands-off approach can save the estate significant time and money compared to the court-supervised Dependent Administration. So, what are the specific requirements and key duties that allow an estate to qualify for and successfully complete an independent administration? How to Qualify...
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