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Solving the “Tenant in Place” Nightmare in Probate Sales

Selling a probate property is complex enough. Selling one with a tenant living in it, especially one who pays low, rent-controlled rent or has stopped paying altogether, adds a layer of difficulty that scares off most general agents. This is a problem that falls directly into the attorney's lap unless ...

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Protecting your Home Gadgets from Hacking

Imagine your coffee maker switching on by itself, staying on for hours, overheating and becoming a fire hazard. That’s not science fiction. As more and more appliances incorporate Wi-Fi, the opportunities for hackers to play havoc with your home gadgets increase. How do you prevent that from happening? Here are some ...

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The Vacant Home Liability: Why “Deferred Maintenance” is a Legal Risk

In probate cases, the real property often sits vacant for months during the administration process. To a general real estate agent, a vacant house is just an empty listing. To a probate specialist and, crucially, to the probate attorney, a vacant house is a liability magnet that can jeopardize the ...

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The “Goldilocks” Window: Why Timing Your Downsize Matters

In real estate, we often talk about market timing. But for Baby Boomers and seniors, Life Timing is far more critical when considering a downsize. I call this finding the Goldilocks Window—the time when everything is "just right."   The Problem with "Too Early" or "Too Late"   Too Early: You still have heavy ...

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