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Does a will avoid a death probate?

April 26, 2017avoid death probate

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Does a will avoid a death probate?

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No. Rather, a will guarantees probate. The word “probate” actually comes from Latin and means “to prove the will.” All property that is controlled by a will must go through the probate court. Once an estate enters the probate process, it is trapped in the system until the court releases it.