Guides for Oregon

Personal and real property are evaluated separately for small estate eligibility: up to $75,000 for personal property and $200,000 for real property, with a $275,000 combined cap.
This dual-threshold system is more generous than most states.
Levies its own estate tax.

Probate & Estates
How Probate Works in Oregon
A complete guide to probate in Oregon: dual small estate thresholds ($75,000 personal / $200,000 real property), Circuit Court process, and intestate succession.
Funeral Costs
How Much Does a Funeral Cost in Oregon?
Average funeral and cremation costs in Oregon, the 10-day disposition rule, and ways to reduce funeral expenses.
Death Certificates
How to Get Death Certificates in Oregon
How to order certified death certificates in Oregon: costs, short form vs. long form options, processing times, and ordering from the Oregon Health Authority.

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