Do I need a new deed or title transfer before selling inherited real estate? | NC

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Q: Do I need a new deed or title transfer before I can sell inherited real estate to a family member? A: Usually, no... In many probate situations, you do not have to record a separate deed into the heirs’ names first. The key is figuring out who has legal authority to sign the deed for the sale. Sometimes the heirs or devisees sign... sometimes the personal representative signs under a power of…