FAQs for Wyoming 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 Wyoming unique.
1. Can Probate be avoided in Wyoming?
In Wyoming, 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 Wyoming, which can be a long process.
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2. How long does Probate Take in Wyoming?
The probate process in Wyoming 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 Wyoming?
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 Wyoming?
Yes. ProbateCash works in all fifty states and in all of Wyoming’s counties, including, but not limited to, the following:
- Albany County, WY
- Big Horn County, WY
- Campbell County, WY
- Carbon County, WY
- Converse County, WY
- Crook County, WY
- Fremont County, WY
- Goshen County, WY
- Hot Springs County, WY
- Johnson County, WY
- Laramie County, WY
- Lincoln County, WY
- Natrona County, WY
- Niobrara County, WY
- Park County, WY
- Platte County, WY
- Sheridan County, WY
- Sublette County, WY
- Sweetwater County, WY
- Teton County, WY
- Uinta County, WY
- Washakie County, WY
- Weston County, WY
5. Does Wyoming have an estate tax?
No, Wyoming 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 Wyoming have an inheritance tax?
No, Wyoming does not have an inheritance tax. The following states do have an inheritance tax.
- Iowa
- Kentucky
- Maryland
- Nebraska
- New Jersey
- Pennsylvania
