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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 ways that investors can generate leads for probate property.