Pick your state to see how long probate takes — from opening the estate through final distribution. All 50 states, all statutory timelines.
Independent administration states (TX, AZ, CO, ID, MI, MN, MT, ND, NM, SD, UT, WA) typically take 6-9 months. Supervised states like NY, MA, PA take 12-24 months. The tool above shows your state's exact creditor notice period and distribution window.
Independent administration lets the personal representative manage the estate without ongoing court supervision. Supervised probate requires court approval for major actions including selling real estate. About 12 states offer independent administration.
Yes, in most states. The personal representative can sell real estate as part of administration. Supervised states require court confirmation of the price; independent states do not. Cash buyers regularly close probate sales — coordinated through the personal representative and probate attorney.
The window after probate opens during which creditors can file claims. Distributions to heirs wait until it ends. Most states: 90-180 days. MA, PA: 365 days. Real estate sales can close during this period — proceeds sit in the estate account until distribution.
Inherited real estate's tax basis resets to fair market value on the date of death. This usually eliminates capital gains tax for heirs who sell within a year. Order a date-of-death appraisal.
We close probate sales in 7-14 days after court approval. Pays the estate directly. No fees.
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