If you are currently heir to an inheritance, particularly a substantial monetary amount then you may be wondering if there is any way to draw off that money now. An inheritance loan is made based on the amount that you stand to inherit. Many companies offer these loans to people within just a few days. What you basically are doing is getting the money that you may need now instead of waiting for the probate period to be over. You simply fill out an application with an inheritance loan company and get the money that you need. When the probate for your inheritance is over, the company will get back the money that you borrow and any money from the inheritance that is left over will be yours to claim.