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How to Master Probate Transactions

The Residential Specialist

Knowing what to expect during a probate sale helps both parties approach the process confidently and find success. “I I find it the most rewarding when people need us the most,” says Michele Chiles-Hickman, CRS, sales agent at Berkshire Hathaway HomeService in Montclair, New Jersey. “So,

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How to Master Probate Transactions

The Residential Specialist

Knowing what to expect during a probate sale helps both parties approach the process confidently and find success. “I I find it the most rewarding when people need us the most,” says Michele Chiles-Hickman, CRS, sales agent at Berkshire Hathaway HomeService in Montclair, New Jersey. “So,

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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

Every investor is aware of, and many specialize in one of these sources of investment properties: foreclosures, REO, short sales, divorces, fire damage, damaged foundations, hoarders, and other distressed properties. There are many reasons why heirs want to sell probate property fast. These may require a public probate sale/auction.

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Benefits of Investing in New Construction Real Estate

Norada Real Estate

When it comes to investing in residential real estate, there are only two basic types of property you can invest in – new construction and resale. If your investment focus is on pre-foreclosure, foreclosure, bank-owned property (REOs), or probate sales then you are likely to be purchasing resale properties.

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Can You Empty a House Before Probate? Why It’s Usually Best to Wait

HomeLight

Enter your address and answer a few basic questions about your home, and we’ll provide a preliminary home valuation in less than two minutes using public data and recent sales records. You can rent a small residential dumpster for an average of $380 per week. Donate what you can if an item remains in decent condition.

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

The Close

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. The first step is to familiarize yourself with the probate process. But not so fast!