Guides

Guides for settling an estate.

Plain answers to the questions families ask after a death, from finding the will to closing the estate.

September 25, 2026

Reverse Mortgage After Death: What Heirs and Executors Need to Know

Navigating a reverse mortgage after death triggers a strict 30-day timeline. Learn how executors and heirs can stop foreclosure, use the 95% rule, protect a non-borrowing spouse, and settle the estate without inheriting the debt.

July 6, 2026

What Happens to a Mortgage When the Homeowner Dies?

Discover exactly what happens to a mortgage when the homeowner dies. Learn about the executor's responsibilities during probate, federal protections like the Garn-St. Germain Act, strict reverse mortgage timelines, and your options for an inherited house.