The instructions state that a court certificate must accompany Form 1310 in order to get the refund. I don't see any way to get that court certificate other than to probate the will. The instructions clearly state that a copy of the will is not sufficient. We have been advised not to probate the will because my parent didn't own anything, residing in memory care for the last 4 years of her life. It would cost more to probate the will than the amount of the refund. However, leaving money in the government's pocket is not desirable either. Suggestions?
