Intestate
Learn about intestate succession laws and how dying without a will affects asset distribution to family members. Understand state laws and estate planning im...
What happens to your property if you die intestate?
When you die intestate (without a will), your state's intestate succession laws determine how your property is distributed. These laws typically allocate assets to your closest relatives in a specific order, starting with your spouse and children. However, this distribution may not reflect your personal wishes and can create complications for blended families or situations where you want to leave assets to non-relatives.
