Probate is not necessarily cheap. In Arizona, the cost of probate can vary depending on the estate, but hiring an estate lawyer can already cost anywhere from $2,000 to about $5,000. Simply applying for probate in Arizona already costs $164.
And the larger and more complex the estate, the higher the costs will inevitably be.
However, there are several strategies you can use to keep fees down, minimize the size of the estate, and ensure the estate settlement process runs smoothly. In this article, we'll look at ways you can execute a will without breaking the bank.