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Heirs' Property Basics

Feb 3, 2026

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4 min read

HeirShares: Can heirs'property be sold?

Can You Sell Heirs’ Property? Untangling the Truth.

Mavis Gragg

Deed & Title Tools

Jun 23, 2025

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1 min read

What is Testate vs Intestate?

"Testate" and "intestate" are words used to describe whether a deceased person's estate has a will (testate) or not (intestate).

Mavis Gragg

Land Use & Stewardship

What's Better for Heirs Property: LLC or Trust?

Jun 23, 2025

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2 min read

What's Better for Heirs Property: LLC or Trust?

Owning family real estate in an entity rather than by individuals is a great strategy to enhance management and value of the property. The choice of entity depends on circumstances unique to the family and the real estate.

Mavis Gragg

Deed & Title Tools

Jun 23, 2025

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2 min read

What is a Grantor vs. a Grantee?

Grantor and grantee are key legal terms in real estate and inheritance, referring to the person transferring property and the person receiving it. Understand what these roles mean in property ownership.

Mavis Gragg

Deed & Title Tools

Jun 23, 2025

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2 min read

What is a Transfer on Death Deed?

A transfer-on-death (TOD) deed allows real estate to pass to a beneficiary after the owner's death without probate. Learn how it differs from a life estate deed and when to use it.

Mavis Gragg

Land Use & Stewardship

Jun 23, 2025

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2 min read

Things You Can Do With Your Land

Families can use their land in many ways across generations. Learn how planning, communication, and access to financial and technical resources shape the future of family-owned real estate.

Mavis Gragg

Land Use & Stewardship

Jun 23, 2025

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1 min read

What is a Parcel?

A parcel is a distinct piece of real estate with its own boundaries, ownership history, and parcel number. Learn how parcels are identified and why they matter in property records.

Mavis Gragg

Heirs' Property Basics

What is Marital Status? Why is It Important?

Jun 23, 2025

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2 min read

What is Marital Status? Why is It Important?

Marital status plays a key role in heirs' property inheritance and ownership rights. Learn how a deceased or living family member’s marital status affects who inherits property and who must approve future decisions.

Mavis Gragg

Policy & Legal Reform

Jun 11, 2025

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3 min read

The Heirs' Property Act

The Heirs' Property Act strengthens legal protections for families who inherit land without a formal title. Discover how this law helps prevent forced sales and supports land retention.Let me know if you'd like to tailor it to a specific state or audience (e.g., landowners, attorneys, nonprofits).

Mavis Gragg

Ownership

Jun 7, 2025

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5 min read

Managing a Deceased Person’s Account

Learn how to manage a deceased person’s financial accounts, including steps for accessing funds, handling debts, and understanding legal responsibilities during estate settlement.

Mavis Gragg