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Guides for heirs: probate timelines, selling without probate, inherited-property taxes, out-of-state sales and selling a parent's home for care.
Probate & the legal steps
3 guides
- Can You Sell a House After Someone Dies Without Probate?Probate isn't always required. Here's when a house can pass and be sold without court: trusts, joint ownership, transfer-on-death deeds, and more.6 min read
- How to Sell a House in Probate: Step-by-Step Guide for Executors and HeirsSelling an inherited property in probate doesn't have to be complicated. This guide walks you through the legal process, your options, and how to close quickly.7 min read
- Understanding the Probate House Sale Timeline: What to ExpectSelling a house through probate can feel overwhelming. Learn what to expect regarding the timeline, from opening probate to closing the sale, and how to prepare.10 min read
Taxes, mortgages & money
3 guides
- What Happens to a Mortgage After DeathWhat happens to a mortgage after the owner dies? Learn how heirs keep the loan, prove their rights to the servicer, and decide whether to keep or sell.5 min read
- Selling a House With a Reverse Mortgage: Rules for Owners and HeirsWhether you're the borrower or an heir, here's how a reverse mortgage is paid off at sale, the HUD deadlines, and the 95% rule that protects families.6 min read
- Capital Gains Tax on Inherited Property: The Stepped-Up Basis, ExplainedInherited a house? The stepped-up basis rule often erases most or all of the capital gains tax — but only if you understand how it works before you sell.6 min read
Selling a family home
7 guides
- Affidavit of Heirship in Texas: How to SellA Texas affidavit of heirship can let heirs sell inherited property without probate. Learn who signs, where to record it and when it is not enough.6 min read
- Selling a House With a Life EstateSelling a house with a life estate? See who must sign, how proceeds are split, and the tax and Medicaid points to check before you accept an offer.6 min read
- Sell Parents’ House With Power of AttorneySelling parents’ house with power of attorney? Check authority, document offers, protect their funds, and prepare the closing records before signing.6 min read
- Inherited House: Siblings Disagree on SaleInherited house siblings disagree on selling? Compare a buyout, voluntary sale, and mediation, with a clear worksheet for ownership and expenses.6 min read
- Selling Your Parents' House to Pay for Assisted Living: A Family GuideAssisted living costs thousands per month and the house is usually the funding source. Here's how to sell it quickly, legally, and with the whole family aligned.6 min read
- How to Sell Inherited Property in Another State: Long-Distance Estate SalesManaging an inherited property from out of state is challenging. Learn how to handle the sale, your legal requirements, and the easiest way to close quickly.6 min read
- Selling an Inherited House Fast: Your Options for a Quick, Stress-Free SaleInheriting a home can be overwhelming, especially if you need to sell it quickly. Discover your options for a fast and stress-free inherited property sale.6 min read
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