Probate-Probate Court

bell asked:


I saw a property listing with “probate” listed in the disclosures. I would guess it means the owner died, and its sold by the estate but can you tell me more?

What is a probate sale like? is there anything I should know? do they go smoothly? Or is it something to be wary of (like a short sale)

Good links would be great too, I tried searching but brought up a lot of get “rich quick: scam type sites.
Thanks

Crista Laday