FAQs for Virginia Probate
Probate laws vary state to state so it is important that you understand the laws in your state. There are key differences that make dealing with probate in Virginia unique.
1. Can Probate be avoided in Virginia?
In Virginia, you can avoid Probate if you set up a trust for all of your assets. If there is no trust or other plans, the estate will enter the probate process in Virginia which can be a long process.
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2. How long does Probate Take in Virginia?
The probate process in Virginia can be frustratingly long. It can take anywhere from 9 months to over 2 years, depending upon the complexity of the estate, the number of heirs, and the speed of the local court administering the case. If the Will is being contested, probate can drag on for even longer – sometimes taking several years. And that was pre-pandemic so now we are seeing more delays. Parker & Cole can get you funded long before the probate process is completed.
3. How can I speed up the probate process in Virginia?
Unfortunately, there is no real way to speed up the probate process, as it is required to go through the Courts which are currently backlogged. However, Parker & Cole can be the ideal solution to access a portion of your inheritance while you wait for the estate to close and disburse. The experienced professionals at Parker & Cole can guide you through the process making it easy to get the money you need as quickly as the same day.
4. Can I get a Probate Advance in Virginia?
Yes. Parker & Cole works in all fifty states and in all of Virginia’s counties, including, but not limited to the following:
- Accomack County, VA
- Albemarle County, VA
- Alleghany County, VA
- Amelia County, VA
- Amherst County, VA
- Appomattox County, VA
- Arlington County, VA
- Augusta County, VA
- Bath County, VA
- Bedford County, VA
- Bland County, VA
- Botetourt County, VA
- Brunswick County, VA
- Buchanan County, VA
- Buckingham County, VA
- Campbell County, VA
- Caroline County, VA
- Carroll County, VA
- Charles City County, VA
- Charlotte County, VA
- Chesterfield County, VA
- Clarke County, VA
- Craig County, VA
- Culpeper County, VA
- Cumberland County, VA
- Dickenson County, VA
- Dinwiddie County, VA
- Essex County, VA
- Fairfax County, VA
- Fauquier County, VA
- Floyd County, VA
- Fluvanna County, VA
- Franklin County, VA
- Frederick County, VA
- Giles County, VA
- Gloucester County, VA
- Goochland County, VA
- Grayson County, VA
- Greene County, VA
- Greensville County, VA
- Halifax County, VA
- Hanover County, VA
- Henrico County, VA
- Henry County, VA
- Highland County, VA
- Isle of Wight County, VA
- James City County, VA
- King and Queen County, VA
- King George County, VA
- King Williams County, VA
- Lancaster County, VA
- Lee County, VA
- Loudoun County, VA
- Louisa County, VA
- Lunenburg County, VA
- Madison County, VA
- Mathews County, VA
- Mecklenburg County, VA
- Middlesex County, VA
- Montgomery County, VA
- Nelson County, VA
- New Kent County, VA
- Northampton County, VA
- Northumberland County, VA
- Nottoway County, VA
- Orange County, VA
- Page County, VA
- Patrick County, VA
- Pittsylvania County, VA
- Powhatan County, VA
- Prince Edward County, VA
- Prince George County, VA
- Prince William County, VA
- Pulaski County, VA
- Rappahannock County, VA
- Richmond County, VA
- Roanoke County, VA
- Rockbridge County, VA
- Rockingham County, VA
- Russell County, VA
- Scott County, VA
- Shenandoah County, VA
- Smyth County, VA
- Southampton County, VA
- Spotsylvania County, VA
- Stafford County, VA
- Surry County, VA
- Sussex County, VA
- Tazewell County, VA
- Warren County, VA
- Washington County, VA
- Westmoreland County, VA
- Wise County, VA
- Wythe County, VA
- York County, VA
5. Does Virginia have an estate tax?
No, Virginia does not have an estate tax. The following states do have an estate tax:
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- Connecticut
- Illinois
- Maine
- Maryland
- Minnesota
- New York
- Oregon
- Rhode Island
- Vermont
- Washington (state)
6. Does Virginia have an inheritance tax?
No, Virginia does not have an inheritance tax. The following states do have an inheritance tax.
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- Iowa
- Kentucky
- Maryland
- Nebraska
- New Jersey
- Pennsylvania
