What to do when someone dies in South Carolina

South Carolina runs probate through Probate Court in the county where the deceased lived. The surviving spouse has elective share rights to one-third of the probate estate. South Carolina also has a strong property tax exemption for surviving spouses of 100% disabled veterans.

What this guide covers

How probate works in this state
Estate and inheritance taxes
Surviving spouse rights and protections
Small estate shortcuts and affidavit thresholds
Step-by-step checklist for your family

Order walks your family through every task — from filing the will with the court to closing the final accounts. Use it to stay organized, assign tasks to family members, and make sure nothing gets missed.