Probate

Nov. 3, 2025

Selling a Probate Property in Poor Condition: Options for Queens and Long Island Heirs

Selling a Probate Property in Poor Condition: Options for Queens and Long Island Heirs

Are you inheriting a home that needs major repairs and wondering if you can still sell it in Queens or Long Island?

Selling a probate property in poor condition can feel overwhelming—especially during an already emotional …

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Oct. 27, 2025

Does Probate Affect Property Taxes in Queens or Long Island?

Does Probate Affect Property Taxes in Queens or Long Island?

Are property taxes affected when a home goes through probate in Queens or Long Island?
If you’ve inherited a home or are managing an estate, you might be wondering what happens to the property taxes during probate. In Queens, New …

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Oct. 16, 2025

Reverse Mortgages and Probate in Queens and Long Island: What You Should Know

Reverse Mortgages and Probate in Queens and Long Island: What You Should Know

What happens when a home with a reverse mortgage goes into probate in Queens or Long Island?
This is a common question, especially when family members inherit property from loved ones. Many older homeowners in Queens, New …

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Oct. 9, 2025

How to Handle Tenants in a Probate Property in Queens or Long Island

How to Handle Tenants in a Probate Property in Queens or Long Island

What happens if you inherit a home in Queens or Long Island—but tenants are still living there?
It’s a common situation in probate. When a loved one passes away and leaves behind a rental property, figuring out …

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Oct. 2, 2025

What Happens When Multiple Heirs Inherit a Home in Queens or Long Island?

What Happens When Multiple Heirs Inherit a Home in Queens or Long Island?

What should you do when you and your siblings inherit a home together in Queens or Long Island? This is a common question we hear at the Maureen Folan Real Estate Group. Whether the home was passed …

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Sept. 25, 2025

The Role of Real Estate in New York Probate: Why Property is Often the Biggest Headache

The Role of Real Estate in New York Probate: Why Property Is Often the Biggest Headache

Why is real estate usually the most complicated part of the probate process in New York—especially in Queens and Long Island? If you’ve recently inherited a property, you may already be feeling overwhelmed. The …

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Sept. 18, 2025

5 Ways to Speed Up the Probate Process in Queens and Long Island

5 Ways to Speed Up the Probate Process in Queens and Long Island

Are you trying to sell a home in Queens or Long Island but stuck waiting on probate?
If you’ve inherited a home and want to move forward with selling, you may be wondering how to speed up …

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Sept. 9, 2025

Can a Probate Sale Be Contested in Queens or Long Island? What Heirs Need to Know

Can a Probate Sale Be Contested in Queens or Long Island? What Heirs Need to Know

Are you wondering if a probate sale can be contested in Queens or Long Island? If you’ve inherited a home or are involved in the probate process, it’s natural to have concerns—especially when emotions …

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Sept. 2, 2025

Real Stories of Probate Sales in Queens and Long Island: Lessons from Local Families

Real Stories of Probate Sales in Queens and Long Island: Lessons from Local Families

What is it really like to sell a home during probate in Queens or Long Island?
If you're facing the probate process after the loss of a loved one, you may be wondering how others …

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Aug. 26, 2025

Why Probate Real Estate Often Sells Below Market Value in Queens and Long Island

Why Probate Real Estate Often Sells Below Market Value in Queens and Long Island

Why do probate homes in Queens and Long Island often sell for less than market value?
This is a common question we hear at the Maureen Folan Real Estate Group—and it’s a smart one. If …

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