What to Do When Someone Dies in Oregon
When a loved one passes away in Oregon, there are important legal and financial steps to take. Oregon is one of the few states with its own estate tax.
Small Estate Threshold
$75,000
Probate Timeline
4-12 months
Death Certificate
$25 per copy
Order From
Oregon Health Authority
State Estate Tax
YesInheritance Tax
NoUnique to Oregon
Oregon has a state estate tax with a $1 million exemption (one of the lowest in the nation)
Get the death certificate in Oregon
In Oregon, the funeral home files the death certificate with the Oregon Health Authority Center for Health Statistics. Certified copies cost $25 each. Request 10-15 certified copies.
Understand Oregon probate
Oregon probate typically takes 4-12 months. Small estates under $75,000 (personal property) may qualify for simplified procedures. Oregon has an estate tax with a $1 million exemption - one of the lowest in the nation.
Handle financial accounts
Gather information about bank accounts, investment accounts, and retirement funds. Contact each financial institution with a certified death certificate. Accounts with named beneficiaries pass outside probate.
Frequently asked questions about Oregon estates
Neighboring state guides
Estate laws vary by state. If the deceased owned property in multiple states, you may need to file in each state.
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