How Can Heirs Divide or Sell a Parent’s Property? | NC

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Q: How can heirs divide or sell real property that is part of a deceased parent's estate? A: First, determine who presently owns the property and each person’s share. The will, probate records, inheritance laws, deeds, and other estate documents may control that question. If every co-owner agrees, the heirs can divide the property through deeds or sell it voluntarily and distribute the proceeds.…