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Probate risk in Oregon

Court-supervised estate process, timing, cost exposure, and public record requirements.

Oregon allows a small-estate affidavit for personal property and real property below statutory caps after a waiting period.

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At a glance

Key takeaways

Affidavits may be used 30 days after death.
The limit is $75,000 for personal property and $200,000 for real property.
The affidavit is filed in the county where the decedent lived or where property is located.
The affidavit must include an inventory of estate assets when filed with the court.

Questions to consider

State overview

Oregon allows a small-estate affidavit for personal property and real property below statutory caps after a waiting period.

Affidavits may be used 30 days after death.
The limit is $75,000 for personal property and $200,000 for real property.
The affidavit is filed in the county where the decedent lived or where property is located.
The affidavit must include an inventory of estate assets when filed with the court.

Sources

Background sources

Uniform Probate Code (2019) - Probate of wills and administration
Article III covers appointment, notices, creditor claims, and small-estate collection (Section 3-1201).

National sources provide baseline context; state statutes and court rules control in Oregon.

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