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A 2025 law raised both thresholds — and unlike most states, one of Nevada's shortcuts can actually reach the house.

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Two tracks, two different dollar figures, both recently raised

Confirmed current: NRS 146.080's no-court affidavit uses a two-tier cap — $150,000 for a surviving spouse, $25,000 for anyone else — while NRS 146.070's court set-aside uses a single flat $150,000 regardless of claimant. Both figures were raised by the Nevada Legislature in 2025; many older sources still cite the prior, lower thresholds.

Only one of these two reaches real property

The NRS 146.080 affidavit is personal property only — no real property at all, no matter how modest. The NRS 146.070 set-aside is genuinely different: it's a real court petition and hearing, simpler than full probate, but it can reach both real and personal property.

A 40-day wait and 14-day notice for the affidavit

The no-court affidavit becomes available 40 days after death, and the affiant must give 14 days' written notice to anyone with an equal or better claim to the property before presenting it to the bank or other holder.

Summary administration has its own $300,000 ceiling

Separately, summary administration under NRS 145.040 is available when the gross estate value, after deducting encumbrances, doesn't exceed $300,000 — and if the estate is later found to exceed that figure, the personal representative must petition the court to revoke summary administration.

Nevada small estate — frequently asked questions

What is Nevada's no-court affidavit threshold?

Under NRS 146.080, $150,000 if the claimant is the decedent's surviving spouse, or $25,000 for anyone else — personal property only, with no real property at all, after a 40-day wait.

What is the separate court set-aside threshold, and can it reach a house?

NRS 146.070's set-aside without administration uses a single flat $150,000 regardless of who's claiming, and unlike the affidavit, it can reach both real and personal property.

Were these thresholds recently raised?

Yes — the Nevada Legislature raised both figures in 2025; many older sources still cite the prior, lower thresholds.

What is Nevada's summary administration threshold?

A gross estate value, after deducting encumbrances, of $300,000 or less under NRS 145.040 — if the estate later turns out to exceed that, the personal representative must petition to revoke summary administration.

What must the affiant do before filing the no-court affidavit?

Give 14 days' written notice to anyone with an equal or better claim to the property before presenting the affidavit to the asset holder.

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Filed with the District Court in Clark County (Las Vegas), Washoe County (Reno), or the decedent's own county.

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This calculator provides an estimate for general guidance only and is not legal advice. Figures are based on NRS 146.070, 146.080, 145.040. Actual eligibility depends on the estate's full facts. Confirm with the District Court or a licensed Nevada attorney before acting.