When an estate owns a home that needs to be sold, executors often receive interest from cash buyers and real estate investors. A cash buyer may promise a simple transaction, an as-is purchase, and a faster closing. For an executor dealing with an inherited home, that...
When a home enters probate, families and executors often receive interest from real estate investors. Investors may contact an executor with a cash offer, propose buying the property as-is, or offer to purchase the home quickly without requiring extensive repairs. But...
When someone dies and leaves behind a home, financial accounts, personal property, or other assets, the estate may need to go through probate. One of the first questions families often have is: Can there be more than one personal representative? In Arizona, a personal...
Being named the executor—or personal representative—of an estate is a significant responsibility. The role can involve managing property, paying expenses, communicating with beneficiaries, working with attorneys and financial professionals, and eventually distributing...
Probate can involve a large amount of paperwork. Court documents, financial statements, property expenses, insurance records, tax documents, attorney correspondence, and real estate paperwork can quickly become difficult to manage. For an executor, keeping probate...
When someone passes away and leaves behind a home, the executor or personal representative may suddenly become responsible for one of the estate's largest assets: real estate. For an executor, selling a probate home can raise a long list of questions. Can I sell the...
