Probate Glossary

Funeral Expense

Costs related to funeral, burial, cremation, or memorial services.

Definition

Funeral expenses are costs connected to burial, cremation, memorial services, transportation, funeral home charges, and related arrangements. They may be treated as estate expenses depending on state law and estate circumstances.

Related Terms

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Estate Debt
Money owed by the deceased person or estate.
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A claim that may be paid before other estate debts.
Estate Accounting
A record of estate money received, spent, and distributed.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a priority claim?

A priority claim is a debt or expense that may have a higher legal priority for payment from estate assets. Examples may include administration expenses, funeral expenses, taxes, or other protected claims depending on state law.