by admin | Apr 17, 2025 | Uncategorized
If you’ve recently inherited a home or piece of real estate through probate, you may have heard the term “step-up in basis” tossed around by attorneys, accountants, or real estate professionals. And if it left you scratching your head—you’re not alone. This is one of...
by admin | Apr 2, 2025 | Probate
What every family needs to know when a loved one leaves behind real estate across state lines. Losing a loved one is never easy. On top of the grief, there’s often a mountain of paperwork, legal steps, and property-related decisions to navigate. And when that loved...
by admin | Mar 19, 2025 | Probate
One of the first instincts many people have after a loved one passes is to start cleaning, sorting, or packing up the home. Whether motivated by emotion, practicality, or a desire to “get things done,” it’s understandable—but it’s not always the best first...
by admin | Mar 7, 2025 | Probate
When someone passes away, the focus is naturally on honoring their memory and managing their estate. But as many executors quickly learn, some of the most frustrating challenges during probate are surprisingly practical—and one of the most common is gaining access to...
by admin | Feb 15, 2025 | Probate
Inheriting a home can feel like a meaningful gift, a heavy responsibility, or both. But when the property comes with a mortgage, the situation becomes more complex—and many executors and heirs aren’t sure what their options are. One of the most common questions I hear...
