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PROBATE
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Probate is a title clearing process used to transfer assets from the decedent to another person or entity.

If an individual dies owning property in his or her name individually, that property must pass through probate. The ultimate recipient of the property depends upon whether or not the decedent had a will.

Assets with beneficiary designations, such as life insurance and retirement assets, and assets held in joint names, do not pass through probate. These assets automatically pass to the named beneficiary or the surviving joint tenant by operation of law.

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