What is probate?
Quick Answer
Probate is the court-supervised process of authenticating a will, paying debts, and distributing assets after someone dies. Takes 6-18 months on average, costs 3-7% of estate value, and is public record.

Warren Team
Updated March 30, 2026
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Warren Team
Updated March 30, 2026
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