If my mother died and her house is in probate am I entitled to part of the proceeds of its sale?

Answer 1

You may be entitled to a share of the proceeds from the sale of your deceased mother's house. You will, however, have to file a claim. Remember that if your mother left any debts, like a balance on the mortgage, the court or arbiter is obligated to weigh heavily in favor of the lender. Any additional debts your mother my have had at the time of her passing will also have to be considered, and claims for loans or lines of credit that were extended to her (and were accepted) will allow another or others to make claims. If you have siblings, they may make a claim as well. It is usually wise to look into your mother's finances to gain a measure of her solvency. If she owed a great deal on her mortgage and for other debts, there may be little "left over" that could be fairly considered as something to be "passed along" to you. A legal professional is usually a good bet in a situation like this, at least for an initial consult. They usually don't charge much upon that first visit. Hit the web, find some pros, and make a few calls. Condolences for your loss.