Probate Glossary

Real Estate in Probate

Real property that must be handled through estate administration.

Definition

Real estate in probate refers to houses, land, rental property, or other real property interests that belong to the probate estate and may need to be valued, maintained, sold, transferred, or distributed.

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Estate Asset

Property or value owned by the estate.

Inventory

A record of estate assets and values.

Ancillary Probate

A secondary probate case opened in another state.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is ancillary probate?

Ancillary probate is a secondary probate case that may be needed when someone owned real estate or certain property in a state different from the primary probate proceeding.

Can real estate be sold during probate?

Real estate may be sold during probate if the Personal Representative has authority and follows any required court, notice, beneficiary, or title requirements. The rules depend on the estate and jurisdiction.