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Using Colorado Beneficiary Deeds vs. Colorado Quitclaim Deeds To Avoid Probate: A Comparison

Many people try to avoid Colorado probate because of the perceived expense. To avoid a Colorado probate proceeding upon death, Colorado real and personal property must pass to the heirs by other means. In the case of real estate, Colorado quitclaim deeds (note: not Colorado quit claim deeds, as erroneously written at times) are often used. In most cases, however, the better alternative is a Colorado beneficiary deed.

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Colorado Beneficiary Deeds: An Introduction

Beneficiary Designations and Beneficiary Deeds in Colorado Beneficiary designations have long been used to avoid probate upon death. Bank accounts, investment accounts, retirement accounts and life insurance can be transferred upon death by naming a beneficiary to the account or life insurance proceeds. However, when it comes to real estate, designating a beneficiary is not […]

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Beneficiary Deeds & Timeshares: A Perfect Fit?

Ancillary Probate Can Cause Thousands If a person dies owning real estate outside of their state of domicile, their heirs may needlessly pay thousands in ancillary probate expense. The expense of ancillary probate can be avoided by using a beneficiary deed, a trust or a company. Colorado probate is a legal process by which title […]

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