In this episode of Senior Matters, host Mark E. Wight is joined by estate planning attorney Carly Ward to explain the probate process and why it matters even if you already have a will. They cover what happens when someone dies without a plan, why some assets still go through Idaho probate, and how to navigate court appointments, notice requirements, deadlines, and small estate affidavits. Learn the difference between formal and informal probate, what a personal representative is, and when probate might protect your loved ones. Whether you're settling an estate or planning your own, this episode breaks it all down in plain language.