Can I Avoid Selling an Inherited House With Estate Debts? | NC

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Q: How can I avoid selling an inherited house if the estate has creditor claims and there may be money in joint bank accounts? A: You do not have to assume the house must be sold right away. In North Carolina probate, the administrator should first confirm which creditor claims are valid, timely, and documented. Late, unsupported, or disputed claims may not have to be paid. Next, the…