[WSBAPT] Succession/Lack of Probate Affidavit

[Jacob Menashe]

Hello all,

I am looking for some thoughts about recording a succession/lack of probate affidavit. I am particularly concerned about the situation in King County, where I've seen a rejection that said in all caps (which I won't do):

Cannot use affidavit lack of probate as a conveyance document. Please review appropriate WAC codes available and resubmit a conveyance document i.e., conveyance language that specifically transfers property to the surviving spouse or heir. Thanks.

We followed the specifics in excise tax WAC 458-61A-202 that specifically addresses lack of probate affidavits, that requires the death certificate be provided when recording - which we did.

Can folks out there shed some light on this issue, both for King County and elsewhere, and perhaps suggest what we may need to do?

Thanks!

Jacob


Jacob H. Menashe
Hickman Menashe, PS
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