Assets will need to be distributed to the decedent’s heirs in accordance with their will or state law. The notarized affidavit can be used to claim and collect the decedent’s assets by presenting the document to the individual, bank, company, corporation, or Department of Vehicles office holding the property and/or records. Note: To claim any vehicles that are included in the estate, the affiant must also complete Claim of Heir and/or Beneficiary Affidavit. Once completed, the affidavit will need to be sworn before a notary public who will apply their notary seal. The affiant will need to complete the Small Estates Affidavit and attach a copy of the decedent’s death certificate and (if applicable) will. This requirement also applies to Kansas notaries who reside in a bordering state. A Kansas notary may perform a notarial act in any county in Kansas. There is no pending or granted petition for the appointment of an executor or administrator of the decedent’s estate. Jurisdiction of a Kansas Notary A Kansas notary must be in the state of Kansas to perform a notarial act.Probate can be delayed by lost wills, so it is wise to register your will. This will make managing your estate easier after you have died.
#DOES A WILL HAVE TO BE NOTARIZED IN KANSAS REGISTRATION#
However, registration ensures your will can be found in the National Will Register. The affiant is entitled to the estate by the decedent’s will or state succession laws. Your will doesn’t have to be registered to be legal.All debts, claims, and taxes due on the decedent’s account have been paid.The value of the decedent’s property does not exceed $40,000.To qualify as a small estate, the following must be true: Step 2 – Complete and Notarize Affidavit.Mandatory Waiting Period: Not mentioned in state statutes.Kansas and Missouri do not require notary. Oklahoma is one of the neighboring states that requires notary. Maximum Estate Value( § 59-1507b): $40,000 Some states still require notary on title assignments.