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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...

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 move....

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...

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...

If you’ve recently inherited a home as part of an estate, one of the first questions that often arises is, “What is this property worth?” While the emotional value of a family home is immeasurable, understanding its fair market value is essential for legal,...

When we think of estate assets, we usually focus on the obvious—bank accounts, real estate, vehicles, and investments. But sometimes, the most surprising value lies not in formal documents, but in the overlooked corners of a loved one’s home. I recently worked with an...