Inheritance Laws
Learn how inheritance laws work when someone dies without a will. Understand intestacy rules and how they affect asset distribution to family members.
What happens to property when someone dies without a will?
When someone dies without a will, state inheritance laws determine how their property is distributed. These intestacy laws typically prioritize spouses and children first, then parents, siblings, and other relatives. The specific order and percentages vary by state, but the goal is to distribute assets to the closest living family members.
