# Va. Code Ann. § 64.2-308.5: Decedent's net probate estate

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URL: https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_VA_T64.2_SII_C3_A1.1_S64.2-308.5

## Section

- **Citation:** Va. Code Ann. § 64.2-308.5
- **Heading:** Decedent's net probate estate
- **Jurisdiction:** Virginia
- **Kind:** Statutes
- **Status:** In force
- **Text as of:** August 14, 2026
- **Source:** Compiled text
- **Location:** Virginia Code / Title 64.2 / Subtitle II / Chapter 3 / Article 1.1 / Section 64.2-308.5

## Text

The value of the augmented estate includes the value of the decedent's probate estate, reduced by funeral and administration expenses (excluding federal or state transfer taxes), homestead allowance, family allowances, exempt property, and enforceable claims.

2016, cc. 187 , 269 .

## Nearby sections

- [Va. Code Ann. § 64.2-308.1 Applicability; definitions](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_VA_T64.2_SII_C3_A1.1_S64.2-308.1.md)
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