Inheritance / Probate Articles

Sell Your Mother’s House Without Probate in New York?

When a person dies, there’s a process that follows to determine the heir to their property. This depends on whether there are living relatives and, if so, the relationship they had.  If the deceased had a will, it must be filed in a Surrogate Court and approved...

Everything You Need to Know About Probate in New York

When a loved one or relative passes away in New York, their estate must be managed and distributed according to their wishes stated in their Will. As difficult as it may be, it’s advised not to put the person’s final wishes on hold until the grieving process is over...

Common Mistakes Made When Selling a House in Probate in New York

If you had to sell a house in probate in New York, would you know how to do it? It’s a good question be able to answer because you never quite know when you might find yourself in a situation where you’ve entered the probate process and need to sell your house fast. ...

What Documents Are Required to Sell a House in Probate?

An individual will generally leave their last wishes in a will that they created with a lawyer. However, family members and probate courts in New York may interpret things differently. Estates of any size can run into road bumps; it’s not only estates worth millions...