Posted by Ray on September 30, 2004 at 24:07:44:
The probate office gave me the info, I just wanted to make sure the heir, or trustee of the estate could sell the property, while in probate, without any siblings holding up the sale. I am not familiar with the entire probate process, but it’s not as dificult as I thought. I am just purchasing in other avenues of aquisition. Thanks for the advice though.
Home in probate - Posted by Ray
Posted by Ray on September 27, 2004 at 20:54:43:
I am looking to purchase a home in probate. Could anyone help me with the process I will be facing? Property located in FL. Thanks in advance, this seems like a whole new ball game.
Re: Home in probate - Posted by John Merchant
Posted by John Merchant on September 28, 2004 at 10:12:50:
“Looking to buy home in probate”…? You mean you are wanting specifically to buy from a probate?
Why?
With any realty in probate, the lawyer representing the estate could tell you who to deal with…or if he/she can’t be reached, the court file can tell you who’s been appointed by the court to handle the assets and you can contact that person.
Re: Home in probate - Posted by Ray
Posted by Ray on September 29, 2004 at 11:53:56:
I was unsure if the process would be the same as any other purchase, but I followed up at the courthouse today, and they said if I had a contract, the deal would close as any other would. Thanks for the advice, I didn’t think of contacting the lawyer. I will give it a try, but I have been un-successfull with contacting lawyers in the past (pre-foreclosures.
Re: Home in probate - Posted by John Merchant
Posted by John Merchant on September 29, 2004 at 13:43:34:
While you don’t say who “they” is, (who gave you the info)it’s basically correct…if deceased entered into a valid contract, his estate is legally obligated to perform as agreed.