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What Happens to a House in Probate? 3 Common Paths for Estate Property

HomeLight

But when you think about probate, remember the whole point of it is to prevent fraud after someone dies. So you can bet the court will keep a close eye on what’s usually an estate’s largest asset: the house. What happens to the house when it enters probate? Let’s walk through a few common scenarios for a house in probate.

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Probate Properties are Great Opportunities for Real Estate Investors

Realty Biz

There may still be a mortgage needing to be paid. And, if the five heirs are looking to net about $200,000 each from the total estate, the heirs may be highly likely to say , “The heck with $10,000… close the estate and give me my $200K!” There are many ways that investors can generate leads for probate property.

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Benefits of Investing in New Construction Real Estate

Norada Real Estate

Buying a newly constructed home may also provide tax advantages, such as a reduced property tax rate for the first year and the option to claim mortgage interest and property tax deductions. This is sometimes negotiable and is a major advantage for investors who prefer to minimize their out-of-pocket cash until the actual closing date.

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How to Grow Your Real Estate Business: 11 Tips + 1 to Avoid

The Close

I’ve turned rentals in lean months, and I’ve seen agents pivot to becoming mortgage brokers as well. Try drilling down into a profitable niche in real estate , like vacation rentals or probate sales. The post How to Grow Your Real Estate Business: 11 Tips + 1 to Avoid appeared first on The Close.

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8 Red-hot Real Estate Niches That Can Double Your GCI in 2024

The Close

And with mortgage rates currently sitting around 8%, this puts homeownership on ice for many. When I was an agent in New York City, I made $1,500 to $3,000 per closed rental transaction. Agents who worked high-end exclusive rental listings sometimes collected five-figure commission checks from one closed rental deal.