Like homestead, the elective share can wreak havoc on an estate. It basically means that a surviving spouse is entitled to a minimum of 30% of the deceased’s elective estate. The elective estate consists of the probate estate plus assets that pass outside of probate. It becomes applicable when a spouse is cut out or receives less than he or she is otherwise is entitled to receive under the law. An affirmative election is required, and an adversarial process ensues. Nobody is happy in these circumstances because their expectations differ from reality and it costs money and time to resolve it. Thoughtful planning should always address the issues relating to elective share.
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