What Happens to a House During Probate?

If you've just been named executor of a loved one's estate, or you're a family member trying to understand what comes next, the house is usually the first thing on everyone's mind. It's often the largest asset in the estate, and it's also the one that requires the most decisions: Who's responsible for it? Can it be sold? What happens if nobody wants to live in it?

Here's what actually happens to a house during probate, step by step.