Many people have multiple homes, townhouses, condos, or other land which are referred to under Minnesota law as “real property”. When someone passes-away and the title to the real property or real estate is in their name, a court must appoint a personal representative or executor to administer their loved-one’s estate. Often, the personal representative…
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Minnesota Probate Law | Who Does the House Go In a Probate?
In my mind, as a practicing Minnesota probate lawyer, perhaps the most common reason that probates are required in a deceased person’s estate is their ownership of a parcel of real property – otherwise known as their home. In many instances, the home or other property may have existing loans or mortgage on it. This means that…
Minnesota Probate | Opening an Informal Estate
Lawyers in who practice in the area of Minnesota probate have many decisions to make when faced with new estate. The lawyers will meet with the personal representative of the estate and make some initial determinations prior to filing a petition or application with the proper court. The attorney will usually need to determine the…