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Navigating Legal & Tax

Can You Sell a House When There Is No Will?

Yes, a house can usually be sold when there is no will, but not simply because the heirs agree to sell it.

June 07, 2026

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Certified Probate Real Estate Specialist vs. Experienced Broker: Do Heirs Need One?

A Certified Probate Real Estate Specialist (CPRES) is a real estate agent who has completed probate-focused training. The designation can be a useful signal.

May 07, 2026

Navigating Legal & Tax

Can Medicaid Take an Inherited House? What Heirs Need to Know Before Selling

If you recently inherited a house and the person who passed away received Medicaid benefits, you may be wondering: can Medicaid take an inherited house? The short answer is that Medicaid usually does not “take” the house automatically.

April 27, 2026

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Inherited Commercial Property With Tenants: A Guide for Heirs and Executors

When someone dies and leaves behind a commercial property with tenants, the estate steps into the landlord role immediately. Every inherited commercial property with tenants comes with lease obligations that transfer with the building, not with the person.

April 21, 2026

Navigating Legal & Tax

Inheriting Commercial Property With a Mortgage: What Heirs and Executors Need to Know

Inheriting commercial property with a mortgage is very different from inheriting a house with a home loan. If you have inherited commercial property with a mortgage, the estate must review the loan documents, notify the lender, and assess the rent roll.

April 20, 2026

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Inherited Property With Tenants: What Heirs Need to Know Before They Sell

Inherited property with tenants is a situation many heirs face without warning. The lease almost always survives the owner’s death, and the tenant’s rights transfer with the property.

April 16, 2026