How do I find out if someone is married in Washington state?

How do I find out if someone is married in Washington state?

The State of Washington is an open record state. Anyone may order copies of Washington marriage certificates, as long as they can provide the required information. More information is usually found on the marriage license application or the marriage register. Less information is found on the marriage certificate.

How do I find out if I have inheritance?

The best place to begin your search is www.Unclaimed.org, the website of the National Association of Unclaimed Property Administrators (NAUPA). This free website contains information about unclaimed property held by each state. You can search every state where your loved one lived or worked to see if anything shows up.

How long does it take to be notified if you are in a will?

In a typical probate case, you should expect the process to take between six months and a year. You should make your plans accordingly, and not make any major financial decisions until you know the money is on its way. This six-month to one-year time frame is just a guideline, of course.

Can a beneficiary ask to see bank statements?

Beneficiaries are entitled to receive a financial accounting of the trust, including bank statements, regularly. When statements are not received as requested, a beneficiary must submit a written demand to the trustee. The court will review the trust account for any discrepancies or irregular activity.

Do heirs have to be notified?

Heirs-at-law An heir-at-law is the deceased’s next of kin, and they are required to be notified whether there is a will or not — even if they’re specifically not named in an existing will.

How do you find assets after death?

If a loved one has died and you are the rightful heir, you should search to see whether there is unclaimed money or property in their name. You can do an almost-nationwide search at the free website www.missingmoney.com. You can choose to search a single state or all states that participate

What happens if there is no one to inherit?

If there is no surviving spouse and no descendants, then the intestacy law usually dictates that the property is to be distributed to the closest living relative, based upon the Table of Consanguinity. When a person dies intestate and without heirs, then the property could escheat to the state