Episode 3: Texas Probate Pitfalls: Affidavits of Heirship, Investor Risks & Legal Insights

In this episode of the Texas Probate Real Estate Podcast, host Jeremy Kritt, Licensed Texas Real Estate Broker, sits down with award‑winning probate attorney Nancy Perry Eaton to unpack the real‑world challenges Texas families face when navigating probate, affidavits of heirship, title issues, and investor pressure. Nancy was voted Best Attorney and Best Law Firm in the Killeen Daily Herald’s “Best of Central Texas” (2025). She explains why affidavits of heirship are being rejected more frequently by Texas title companies and how missing heirs, inaccurate affidavits, or investor‑driven contracts can jeopardize title and expose families to legal risk. Jeremy and Nancy also break down the dangers of signing contracts before being legally appointed as executor or administrator, the tactics wholesalers and “We Buy Houses” companies use to target grieving families, and the red flags every heir should watch for. They discuss why DIY probate, online templates, and AI‑generated legal documents often lead to costly mistakes, clarify the key differences between independent and dependent administrations in Texas, and highlight how attorneys and real estate professionals can work together to protect the estate’s equity and ensure heirs receive the full value of what was left behind.If you are in Texas and wondering about selling a house in probate, this episode breaks down the probate process in plain English.