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Yes — but figuring out who has the legal authority to sell is the critical first step. Here's what Alabama families and Realtors need to know.

Finding an old mortgage in a title search doesn't always mean money is still owed. Here's what it means, why it happens, and why catching it early matters.

Before you can close on a home in Alabama, someone has to confirm who actually owns it — and whether anything in the public record could create a problem. Here's what a title search actually looks at.

After a loved one passes, no one can legally sell the house, access accounts, or pay bills until the court says so. Here's how probate works in Alabama and what to expect.

Probate can mean months of court delays before your family can touch your home or accounts. Here's how a properly set-up trust lets your loved ones skip that process.

A trust is a flexible estate-planning tool that helps families in Madison County and North Alabama manage assets, protect real estate, and in many cases avoid probate.

The Alabama Legislature recently revised Alabama Code § 40-10-180 et seq., changing tax lien foreclosure laws in Madison, Limestone, Morgan, Marshall, and other counties by adding stricter timelines, mandatory pre-filing notices, and expanded redemption rights for property owners and heirs. Investors and property owners should consult an experienced Alabama real estate attorney to ensure compliance, protect investments, and secure marketable title under the new law.

Transferring real estate to a child or sibling can be a helpful estate planning tool, but it comes with risks like loss of control, tax consequences, exposure to creditors, and potential family conflicts. Because of these concerns, such transfers should only be made as part of a thoughtful estate plan, and alternatives like trusts, wills, or beneficiary designations may provide better protection.

There's a lot to know about Wills. You need to understand the difference between a Will and Living Will, how Wills should be executed, and how they can be modified, terminated, or challenged. You also need to understand the probate process and how that can affect the outcome of your estate planni...