What happens if a small estate is actually too large? | NC

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Q: What happens if a surviving spouse files a small estate but the estate is actually too large to qualify? A: If the estate does not truly qualify for the small estate process, the case can be moved into full estate administration. That can happen if assets were left out, values were too low, the estate is over the limit, or a will should have been probated. An heir or other interested person…