As the executor of someone’s estate, you are given a lot of responsibility. One of the primary responsibilities of an executor is distributing the deceased person’s assets according to their wishes or state laws. This can often be a complex process, mainly if missing heirs must be located before probate can be settled. However, with the help of our experienced family private investigators, you can feel confident knowing that we will get you the answers you need and locate a missing heir. Please continue reading to learn how you can benefit from enlisting the help of Advanced Investigations Connecticut Private Investigator Services For Families.
What is an heir?
When a person fails to establish a valid will before their death, an heir is an individual who is legally entitled to inherit some or all of the estate, depending on the probate process and intestacy laws in Connecticut. Typically, heirs are children, descendants, or other close relatives of the descendent. It’s imperative to note that heirs are different from beneficiaries. Beneficiaries are individuals designated in a will as the intended recipient of a descendent’s assets.
When a person dies without a will, it’s known as intestate. When an individual dies intestate, a probate court will determine how the assets are disbursed. There may also be more than one heir with the same relationship to the deceased, such as when there are siblings. The portion of a decedent’s assets that are bequeathed to an heir is referred to as an heir. Heirs can potentially be entitled to significant inheritances. Therefore, locating an heir is of the utmost importance.
How can a private investigator help me locate a missing heir?
Before you panic about not being able to locate a missing heir, you should enlist the help of a private investigator. Private investigators are trained to track down individuals using various resources. If you already discovered some information, you should share it with the investigator, as it will help start their search. An investigator will likely begin by searching public records and contacting last known residences, jobs, and old friends. They will also potentially place ads in local newspapers and forums as it can provide them with leads. They will also conduct a genealogical search.
Ultimately, if you’re having difficulty locating a missing heir, you should hire a private investigator from Advanced Investigations before you take any action with the court. Our investigators will work tirelessly to help you ensure that the deceased’s assets are distributed according to their wishes or state laws. You can rest assured that we will do everything possible to help you find the answers you need to settle probate quickly.
