Dealing with a property after a loved one passes can be tough, heres a little info to help get you started
So what is a probate anyway?
A probate is a legal way of administering the property of a deceased person (decedent) if the person never left a will or if the will had specific instructions on how his or her property was to be administered after they are dead. These proceedings take place in probate courts
Probate is the legal process following a homeowner’s death if the property was not in a trust or owned with another person that did not have full rights of survivorship. In most cases, the real estate that needs to go through probate will need to be sold so the proceeds from the sale can be split up between the beneficiaries if it was not indicated in the will to go to anyone or more people. The first thing to do is to determine where the probate needs to occur. The best place to start is the municipality where the property is located. There are many states that require the probate to be done in the county in which the property is situated. Then, you will need to hire a lawyer to analyze the will then draw up the paperwork. The paperwork is then taken to the courts. The judge determines who is the rightful owner of a piece or portfolio of real estate usually based on the previous owner’s will. Very rarely does the judge rule against the will.
How to begin the probate process for a house in Killeen
The probate process begins after a person dies. Soon after this, the seller is expected to inform the court, which appoints an attorney to take care of the sale. Once this is done, the attorney advertises the property just like other real estate properties. The price is based on the agent’s suggestion and also from an independent appraisal ordered by the probate court. Note: It is important for the seller to familiarize himself or herself with the property to avoid being short-changed. This can be avoided by choosing the right partner in Killeen and that would be us, Liberty Home Buyers. Click the link here, fill out the form and we’ll help you get started now.
You can either pay for the probate out of pocket, or you can arrange that the probate costs be taken out at closing. The executor of the estate will determine a listing price for the property, negotiate the sale price and execute the sale contract. The lawyer that is handling the probate for you will then send their invoice to the title company handling the real estate transaction. The probate will be subtracted from the proceeds of the sale of the property. Their fee can range from a few hundred dollars to well over a thousand dollars. This varies by state and value of the property.
Want to sell your house in Killeen fast (and securely)?
While we have been talking about probate, there is often a quicker and easier way to handle the situation. Nice! Many estates (those that don’t have a will or pass “intestate”) can qualify for a small estate affidavit and may even be able to sell the property immediately with an affidavit of heirship. No courts, no drawn out process and best of all, no fees!
We have quite a bit of experience working with this particular situation so don’t hesitate to reach out ASAP
