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Dealing with estate property can be especially difficult, and that's why I'm going to give you some advice on how to handle issues that may arise if you find yourself in a similar situation.
The very first thing that I recommend that you do is to find an attorney. You'll want to deal with the Clerk of the Superior court in order to probate the will, or the court may need to decide an administrator of the will. Once you have an idea of who will dissolve the estate, you can begin the process.
You need to determine what will happen to the property. Will it be sold? Will it be divided? Often times an estate must be sold to pay off outstanding bills. This isn't always the case, but it does happen.
Your attorney will need to designate the true heirs of the property and divide the estate accordingly. In North Carolina, spouses are involved in the signing of documents when an estate is being transferred, and this can further complicate the situation.
You will probably need the help of a real estate agent in order to determine the value of the property before it is sold. I also recommend keeping the utilities at the property running. Continuing a home warranty is also a good idea in case something happens while nobody is at the property.
Trust me, I know how complicated and touchy this situation can be. Please don't hesitate to contact me with any questions you may have. I would love to give you a hand.
I look forward to hearing from you!
