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I Inherited a Home, Now What? Family Feud: What to Do When Multiple Heirs Can’t Agree on the Inherited House Inheriting a home with siblings or other heirs can go from “we’re in this together” to “see you in court” real fast. Different goals, emotions, or financial positions can lead to tension — and often, total gridlock. Here’s how to manage it like a pro (and avoid family fallout): 1. Understand Who Has Legal Control […]
I Inherited a Home, Now What? Title Trouble: How to Know If an Inherited House Has Liens, Loans, or Legal Baggage You might’ve inherited the family home — but have you inherited a problem? Many homes passed down through estates come with hidden legal baggage. Unpaid property taxes, old mortgages, liens from contractors, and even judgments can haunt a property title long after the owner has passed. Here’s what to know — and what to do. […]
I Inherited a Home, Now What? What’s Hiding in Grandma’s House? How to Handle Surprises in Inherited Property Inheriting a home might feel like a blessing — until you open the door and discover 40 years of unopened mail, three broken vacuum cleaners, and maybe even a surprise rodent roommate. Inherited properties often come with surprises — emotional and physical. Here’s how to handle a home that’s frozen in time, cluttered with memories, […]
I Inherited a Home, Now What? The Probate Timeline: How Long It Really Takes to Sell Inherited Real Estate Think you can sell that inherited house in 30 days? Think again. Here’s a look at the real probate timeline (with a few ways to speed things up): 🗓️ Week 1–2: File for Probate You’ll submit a petition to the local probate court. If there’s a will, it goes with it. If not, the court […]
I Inherited a Home, Now What? 7 Inherited Real Estate Mistakes, That Could Cost You Thousands!!! If you’re selling a house you inherited — slow your roll. This isn’t like selling any other property. Here are 7 major mistakes people make (and how to avoid them): ❌ 1. Skipping Probate You can’t sell what you don’t legally own. Trying to list or rent the property without probate can lead to lawsuits […]
I Inherited a Home, Now What? Just Inherited a House? Do These 5 Things First (Before You Celebrate or Panic) So you just inherited a house… Congratulations? Condolences? Confusion? The truth is, most people have no idea what to do when they suddenly become the owner of a family home. Is it a gift? A burden? Both? Here are the 5 most important steps you need to take right away to protect the property and […]
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