[WSBAPT] LOPA

[Tom Westbrook]

Is there a community property agreement?

Regards, Tom Westbrook

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From: wsbapt-bounces at lists.wsbarppt.com <wsbapt-bounces at lists.wsbarppt.com> on behalf of Diane J. Kiepe <DJKiepe at depdslaw.com>
Sent: Friday, June 18, 2021 4:08:57 PM
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Subject: [WSBAPT] LOPA


Hello Colleagues,



I have a surviving spouse who insists that he doesn’t need to do a probate (and has heard of the Lack of Probate affidavit).  I have always said a probate is required to transfer title to the survivor’s name.  I realize that the LOPA is used by some in counties I don’t regularly practice and I certainly don’t mind following the process but my understanding is that it may result in problems upon a later sale and our refinance – also I have read that title insurance may be more costly down the road.  When I have explained that in the past it is always excepted but in this case I may have to share some real life stories.  It would be great if any of you would share with me your experiences (good and bad alike).



Thanks in advance -



Diane J. Kiepe



Diane J. Kiepe

Douglas Eden

717 W. Sprague Ave.

Suite 1500

Spokane, WA  99201

djkiepe at depdslaw.com<mailto:djkiepe at depdslaw.com>

509-455-5300


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