Guides for Delaware

Probate runs through the Court of Chancery and Register of Wills, a structure that sets it apart from most states.
Small estate threshold is $30,000 for estates without solely-titled real estate.
No state estate or inheritance tax.

Probate & Estates
How Probate Works in Delaware
A complete guide to probate in Delaware: the $30,000 small estate threshold, Court of Chancery and Register of Wills procedures, and the elective share for surviving spouses.
Funeral Costs
How Much Does a Funeral Cost in Delaware?
Average funeral and cremation costs in Delaware, state regulations, and ways to reduce funeral expenses in the First State.
Death Certificates
How to Get Death Certificates in Delaware
How to order certified death certificates in Delaware: costs, processing times, ordering through the Office of Vital Statistics, and what you need to know.

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