Small estate affidavits

Washington allows certain small estates to skip formal probate entirely and use a small estate affidavit under RCW 11.62. The process is faster and cheaper than full probate, but it only works in specific situations.

What we’ll cover in detail

• The current dollar threshold for a small estate affidavit in Washington
• Which assets count toward the limit and which don’t
• How to prepare and present a small estate affidavit
• What banks, brokerages, and the DMV typically require
• When a small estate affidavit isn’t enough and full probate is needed instead

If you think your loved one’s estate might qualify, the first conversation is free and quick.