What happens if I move to another state while my estate is still in the process of being settled?

If you move to another state while your estate is still in the process of being settled, the estate will still need to be settled in Kansas. The laws of the new state will not apply to the estate, as Kansas has jurisdiction over the estate until it is fully settled. Since the laws of two different states may vary, it is important to keep the estate proceedings in the same state. If you move to another state, you may need to remain in contact with the executor of the estate in Kansas as issues may come up that require your attention. You may also need to provide the executor of the estate with updated contact information in order to ensure that you can be contacted in a timely manner if necessary. It is also important to remember that you may need to return to Kansas at some point during the process. This may be necessary in order to prove your identity to the executor, or to sign paperwork related to the estate. Finally, you should contact an estate planning attorney in your new state to ensure your affairs in the new state are in order before you move. This will ensure that your new estate is in compliance with the laws in the new state and can help to avoid any complications related to managing two estates in different states.

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