Episode 6: Texas Probate Real Estate Mistakes That Cost Families Time, Money, and Trust

In this episode of the Texas Probate Real Estate Podcast, host Jeremy Kritt — a licensed Texas real estate broker specializing in probate property sales — sits down with Joseph Michael Dickerson, a board-certified estate planning and probate attorney in Texas since 1995. Together, they explore the intersection of probate law and real estate, uncovering the hidden challenges that executors, heirs, and agents often face.The discussion highlights the muniment of title process, why it only applies to real estate, and how overlooking assets can lead to costly amendments. They also address community property misconceptions in Texas, explaining why property doesn’t automatically transfer to a surviving spouse and why legal title updates are essential.Joseph shares real-world cases showing how family conflict can inflate legal fees from $8,000 to $33,000, while Jeremy emphasizes the importance of transparency, inclusivity, and patience in guiding families through probate. Together, they stress that probate real estate requires not only technical expertise but also empathy, communication, and a commitment to protecting estate value.If you are in Texas and wondering about selling a house in probate, this episode breaks down the probate process in plain English.Joseph Michael Dickerson's (Guest) Bio:Joseph Michael Dickerson is an author and a board-certified estate planning and probate attorney in Texas since 1995, as well as a Rotarian, and entrepreneur. Mr. Dickerson has a BBA in Finance from Texas State University, an MBA in International Trade from TAMIU, and a JD from St. Mary’s Law School. He has been in private practice since November 1995. His estate planning and business formation law firm has a base office in Laredo and recently expanded to New Braunfels in 2021. He is also an escrow officer with Texas Lone Star Title. Mr. Dickerson has owned several rental properties and has developed and sold commercial shopping centers. ATTORNEY AT LAWTexas State Board Certified in Estate Planning and Probate AUTHOR- The Road Map to Rich, A Lawyer’s Perspective on Getting and Staying Rich- The 3 Bucket Method for Asset Protection (also in Spanish)- The 3 Bucket Method for the Trucking Industry- The Texan’s Guide of the Probate Process- The Dirt Bucket: A Texan’s Guide to Real Estate- Passing It On: Ensure Your Legacy Gets in the Right Hands