When a home enters probate, responsibility for it doesn’t disappear. Insurance must be maintained, utilities managed, and the property kept secure.

Vacant homes can be vulnerable to damage or neglect, which is why early planning matters. Even if a sale won’t happen immediately, the property still requires attention.

At the Philip Cavalcanto Team and Little Big City Group, we help estates understand how to protect and manage a property during probate. Our Probate Services page outlines common considerations families face when a home is part of an estate.