Probate takes years to complete. Misleading and Very Unlikely. Non-taxable probate estates generally only take a year or less to complete. Such disputes can cause delays in the administration of either a probate or a living trust. In most circumstances, the administration of a living trust is no more time efficient than the administration of a will in probate.
Probate requires excessive time and money.
Texas has adopted a simplified probate process under the Texas Probate Code. These independent administrations, which account for more than 80 percent of Texas probates, involve only one court hearing and the filing of an inventory. Independent administrations can be accomplished through a properly drafted will. It is not usually available if there is no will. Everyone should have a living trust.