The Minnesota Small Estate Affidavit Form (or Affidavit for Collection of Personal Property Form) is a legal document that you can use as a successor if:
To qualify as a small estate, the property of interest should be worth $75,000 or less. Ensure that the property legally belongs only to the deceased person and that there is no beneficiary or a joint tenant. Furthermore, the property should not include real estate. You need to wait for 30 calendar days after the person’s death to submit an affidavit.
The small estate affidavit form is completed under oath and requires notarization. The affiant should also provide the Certificate of Death when creating the Affidavit.
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Matters related to the Minnesota Small Estate Affidavit Form are regulated by the MN Stat § 524.3-1201 (2019).
If you are claiming a car or a vessel, you have to apply for a new Certificate of Title in the registrar’s name.
If you have access to the decedent’s safe deposit box, you don’t have to open it or deliver its contents if there is an oral or written objection to do so or the decedent’s key (combination) is unavailable.
| Max. Estate | $75,000 |
| Min. Time to Wait After Death | 30 days |
| Filing Fee | Not specified |
| State Laws | Minnesota Statutes, Sections 524.3-1201 to 524.3-1204 |
Use our form-building software to get an up-to-date template of the Minnesota Small Estate Affidavit form. Once you have downloaded it, follow the following steps:
Provide the Affiant’s Personal Information
Write the affiant’s full name, address, and the county where they are signing the form.
Complete the Decedent’s Data
Write down the deceased individual’s full name, the date they passed away, their age at death, and former address (including city, state, and ZIP code). Do not forget to provide their Social Security Number and Employee Identification Number.
Detail the Decedent’s Property
Provide details of the subject property, including the exact/estimated worth and location. Also, list the claimants and their percentage share of the property.
Sign the Paper
The affiant should Provide their name, signature, and Social Security Number. Remember to write the current date. By signing the form, the affiant declares to be a legal successor who has agreed to disburse the proceeds collected under this Affidavit to any person with a superior claim.
Notarize the Form
Get the document authenticated by a licensed notary public agent. They should verify the information, date and seal the paper, and indicate the commission expiration date.
