The Probate Estate Includes Property That Passes by Will or an Intestacy

question 54

True/False

The probate estate includes property that passes by will or an intestacy statute and does not include property that passes due to a beneficiary designation.

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A document filed with a tax authority that reports income, expenses, and other pertinent tax information. Taxes are paid or refunds are requested via a tax return.

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