Washington Small Estate Affidavit
Washington Affidavit of Small Estate
State of Washington
County of [COUNTY NAME]
I, [YOUR NAME], being of lawful age, hereby depose and state as follows:
Statement of Facts
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I am the [RELATIONSHIP TO DECEDENT] of the deceased, [DECEDENT'S NAME], who passed away on [DATE OF DEATH] in the County of [COUNTY NAME], State of Washington.
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To the best of my knowledge, information, and belief, the total value of the estate left by the deceased, including real and personal property, does not exceed the sum of [ESTIMATED VALUE], as valued by an independent appraisal.
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The deceased did not leave a will, nor has any application for the appointment of a personal representative been filed or granted in relation to the estate.
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I am not aware of any debts of the deceased, excluding those for which the estate is not liable under Washington law.
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I hereby swear that I am entitled to the estate as [YOUR RELATIONSHIP TO DECEDENT], and there is no dispute regarding my entitlement.
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I undertake to distribute the assets of the estate according to the laws of the State of Washington, in accordance with the decedent's wishes to the best of my knowledge.
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I commit to appropriately distribute the assets of the estate according to the laws of the State of Washington, honoring the decedent's wishes as far as I am aware of them.
Sworn Oath
All statements contained within this affidavit are true and correct to the best of my understanding. I have made these statements voluntarily and under no duress or coercion.
Signature
[Your Name]
Affiant