I Just Inherited Property in Probate, What Happens Now?

A loved one passes away, and suddenly you’re sorting through paperwork, memories, and decisions you never expected to make. Among everything on your plate, there may be a house or other property that now needs to be dealt with. If you’ve received a probate inheritance, figuring out what to do with the property can feel like one more thing to carry during an already difficult time. Work With a Top Probate Agent Top-performing agents sell homes faster and for more money than average agents. When selling a house in probate, maximizing the home sale can best serve the estate’s interests. The American Bar Association defines probate as a “formal legal process that gives recognition to a will and appoints the executor or personal representative who will administer the estate and distribute assets to the intended beneficiaries.” In simpler terms, probate is the process of sorting out someone’s estate after they pass away, including figuring out who gets what. If a house is part of the estate, probate may also determine who has the legal authority to sell or transfer it. Let’s review the key players who will help you navigate the probate process, as well as the phases of probate inheritanc...