Probate & Inheritance
What Is Intestate?
Intestate means a person died without a valid will. State intestacy laws then determine who inherits the estate, including any real estate, which can complicate and slow down a property sale.
When someone dies intestate — without a will — the state's intestacy statutes decide who inherits, typically following an order of spouse, children, parents, and other relatives.
Without a will naming an executor, the court appoints an administrator, and the lack of clear instructions can lengthen probate and increase the chance of disputes among heirs.
An intestate inherited property can still be sold, but it usually requires the court to confirm who has authority and who the rightful heirs are first. A cash buyer familiar with probate can work within this timeline.
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