FAQs for Ohio 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 Ohio unique.

1. Can Probate be avoided in Ohio?

In Ohio, 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 Ohio, which can be a long process.

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2. How long does Probate Take in Ohio?

The probate process in Ohio 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. ProbateCash can get you funded long before the probate process is completed.

3. How can I speed up the probate process in Ohio?

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, ProbateCash 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 ProbateCash 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 Ohio?

Yes. ProbateCash works in all fifty states and in all of Ohio’s counties, including, but not limited to, the following:

• Adams County, OH
• Allen County, OH
• Ashland County, OH
• Ashtabula County, OH
• Athens County, OH
• Auglaize County, OH
• Belmont County, OH
• Brown County, OH
• Butler County, OH
• Carroll County, OH
• Champaign County, OH
• Clark County, OH
• Clermont County, OH
• Clinton County, OH
• Columbiana County, OH
• Coshocton County, OH
• Crawford County, OH
• Cuyahoga County, OH
• Darke County, OH
• Defiance County, OH
• Delaware County, OH
• Erie County, OH
• Fairfield County, OH
• Fayette County, OH
• Franklin County, OH
• Fulton County, OH
• Gallia County, OH
• Geauga County, OH
• Greene County, OH
• Guernsey County, OH
• Hamilton County, OH
• Hancock County, OH
• Hardin County, OH
• Harrison County, OH
• Henry County, OH
• Highland County, OH
• Hocking County, OH
• Holmes County, OH
• Huron County, OH
• Jackson County, OH
• Jefferson County, OH
• Knox County, OH
• Lake County, OH
• Lawrence County, OH
• Licking County, OH
• Logan County, OH
• Lorain County, OH
• Lucas County, OH
• Madison County, OH
• Mahoning County, OH
• Marion County, OH
• Medina County, OH
• Meigs County, OH
• Mercer County, OH
• Miami County, OH
• Monroe County, OH
• Montgomery County, OH
• Morgan County, OH
• Morrow County, OH
• Muskingum County, OH
• Noble County, OH
• Ottawa County, OH
• Paulding County, OH
• Perry County, OH
• Pickaway County, OH
• Pike County, OH
• Portage County, OH
• Preble County, OH
• Putnam County, OH
• Richland County, OH
• Ross County, OH
• Sandusky County, OH
• Scioto County, OH
• Seneca County, OH
• Shelby County, OH
• Stark County, OH
• Summit County, OH
• Trumbull County, OH
• Tuscarawas County, OH
• Union County, OH
• Van Wert County, OH
• Vinton County, OH
• Warren County, OH
• Washington County, OH
• Wayne County, OH
• Williams County, OH
• Wood County, OH
• Wyandot County, OH

5. Does Ohio have an estate tax?

No, Ohio does not have an estate tax. The following states do have an estate tax:

• Connecticut
• Illinois
• Maine
• Maryland
• Minnesota
• New York
• Oregon
• Rhode Island
• Vermont
• Washington (state)

6. Does Ohio have an inheritance tax?

No, Ohio does not have an inheritance tax. The following states do have an inheritance tax.

• Iowa
• Kentucky
• Maryland
• Nebraska
• New Jersey
• Pennsylvania