That depends on several factors, the main one being the state probate laws, if there was a valid will, how the property is titled, and if the deceased had any outstanding debts.
Yes, a house with a mortgage can be demolished, but the mortgage would still need to be paid off even if the house is destroyed.
You still own the house if you have a reverse mortgage, yes.
Yes, you can apply for a mortgage with a pre-approval for a house loan. The pre-approval shows that you are likely to qualify for a mortgage based on your financial information, but you will still need to go through the formal mortgage application process with a lender.
I am so sorry your mother passed away. If you are executor (male) executrix (female) or heir in the Will, then it will go into Probate. Probate makes sure all debts are paid for before the heirs (such as yourself) receives the balance of the Estate. You must contact a lawyer to do this and they will be sure that all debts, mortgages, etc., are paid off and the Probate is finalized. If the mortgage is more than the monies left in your mother's Estate you still have to go through Probate so all bills are paid off, get the total amount your mother owes (hopefully you will get some money) but should her debts be more than what your mother had left in total, then you will have to go to the banking institution after Probate and take a mortgage out on that property. Be sure you have been left in the Will. If your mother has divided the Will between siblings or any other persons then I am afraid you will have to discuss the fact you want to buy the house. EXAMPLE: If the house was bought at $200,000 and your mother has a mortgage left of $60,000, and she owes taxes and other debts then unless she has other stocks/bonds/savings accounts, etc., to pay these bills off, the house will have to be sold to pay off these debts. This is when you could go into your banking insitution and ask to take over the mortgage on the house (providing the other heirs are in agreement) which I am sure they will be. Good luck Marcy
Having a transfer on death deed with a mortgage on a property means that upon the owner's death, the property will transfer to the designated beneficiary without going through probate. However, the mortgage on the property will still need to be paid off by the beneficiary or the property may be subject to foreclosure.
Yes, a house with a mortgage can be demolished, but the mortgage would still need to be paid off even if the house is destroyed.
You still own the house if you have a reverse mortgage, yes.
Yes, you can apply for a mortgage with a pre-approval for a house loan. The pre-approval shows that you are likely to qualify for a mortgage based on your financial information, but you will still need to go through the formal mortgage application process with a lender.
Without a will, her estate will have to go through probate.
With the permission of the court, certainly. And you can't get out of probate until something is done with the house.
it is quite unlikely that you will be able to get a mortgage lender with that history.
I am so sorry your mother passed away. If you are executor (male) executrix (female) or heir in the Will, then it will go into Probate. Probate makes sure all debts are paid for before the heirs (such as yourself) receives the balance of the Estate. You must contact a lawyer to do this and they will be sure that all debts, mortgages, etc., are paid off and the Probate is finalized. If the mortgage is more than the monies left in your mother's Estate you still have to go through Probate so all bills are paid off, get the total amount your mother owes (hopefully you will get some money) but should her debts be more than what your mother had left in total, then you will have to go to the banking institution after Probate and take a mortgage out on that property. Be sure you have been left in the Will. If your mother has divided the Will between siblings or any other persons then I am afraid you will have to discuss the fact you want to buy the house. EXAMPLE: If the house was bought at $200,000 and your mother has a mortgage left of $60,000, and she owes taxes and other debts then unless she has other stocks/bonds/savings accounts, etc., to pay these bills off, the house will have to be sold to pay off these debts. This is when you could go into your banking insitution and ask to take over the mortgage on the house (providing the other heirs are in agreement) which I am sure they will be. Good luck Marcy
Having a transfer on death deed with a mortgage on a property means that upon the owner's death, the property will transfer to the designated beneficiary without going through probate. However, the mortgage on the property will still need to be paid off by the beneficiary or the property may be subject to foreclosure.
If your husband dies without a will and you are not on the mortgage or deed, you may still have rights to the property depending on state laws regarding intestate succession. Typically, as a spouse, you may inherit a portion of the estate, including the house. It's advisable to consult with an attorney who specializes in estate law to understand your rights and options, including the possibility of a spousal claim or seeking probate. Additionally, you may need to communicate with the mortgage lender to discuss your options regarding the mortgage.
Yes. There are almost no obstacles if you still own and live in the house after.
Of course. Until you pay off the mortgage loan, you have to pay payments on the home.
Don't do anything. The property left to you does not legally become yours until such time as the deceased's will has completed the probate process.