Problem: J.R. lives in Texas, which is a community property state. He dies at age 78 with the following assets: Assets Titling Total Value Home Community Property with his wife Sue Ellen $1,250,000 Furnishings Community Property with his wife Sue Ellen $550,000 Southfork Ranch Community Property with his wife Sue Ellen $17,500,000 Roth IRA James as beneficiary $1,250,000 Checking Account (POD to son) Community Property with his wife Sue Ellen $500,000 Investment Account (POD to daughters) Separate Property $2,950,000 Vacation Home JTROS with daughters $750,000
Question: Which of J.R.'s assets will pass through probate? What is the value of J.R.'s probate estate?