Disclaimer & Educational Notice

Educational Content Only

The content on this website — including articles, guides, checklists, FAQ, and all other educational materials — is provided for general educational and informational purposes only. It is designed to help executors, administrators, trustees, heirs, and other interested parties understand the practical considerations involved in selling real estate during probate in Texas.

This website does not constitute legal, tax, financial, or accounting advice. The information presented is not a substitute for professional advice from a qualified Texas estate attorney, CPA, tax advisor, or other licensed professional.

No Attorney-Client or Fiduciary Relationship

Use of this website and its content does not create an attorney-client relationship, a fiduciary relationship, or any other professional relationship between you and Bill Ross, Hill Country Homesteads Group, or KW Boerne. The content on this site is general in nature and may not reflect the current state of the law or applicable regulations for your specific situation.

Probate Laws Vary

Probate laws, court procedures, and real estate regulations vary by state, county, and specific circumstances. The information on this site is specific to Texas and may not apply in other jurisdictions. Even within Texas, court procedures, filing requirements, and local rules vary by county. Always consult the applicable court and your estate attorney for jurisdiction-specific guidance.

Real Estate Advertising Disclosure

Bill Ross is a licensed Texas real estate agent (License #778434), brokered by KW Boerne. This website is designed to provide general educational information about probate real estate and to offer real estate services in the state of Texas. All real estate services are provided in accordance with the Texas Real Estate License Act and the rules of the Texas Real Estate Commission (TREC).

IABS Form

In accordance with TREC requirements, the Information About Brokerage Services (IABS) form is available upon request and will be provided at the first substantive communication with a potential client. You may request a copy by contacting Bill Ross at (210) 294-9190 or Bill@HillCountryHomesteads.com.

Update: As of January 1, 2026, TREC requires the revised IABS 1-2 form, which removes subagency language, adds a non-representation status category, and clarifies the written buyer agreement requirement before showing residential property. The prior version is no longer compliant. (Source: TREC, effective Jan 1, 2026.)

Texas Proposition 8 (effective Nov 2025): Texas voters approved a constitutional amendment permanently prohibiting any state estate tax, inheritance tax, or tax on the transfer of an estate.

Update: Effective July 1, 2026, TREC's new promulgated contract and disclosure forms are mandatory, including the One to Four Family Residential Contract (Resale) 20-19, the revised Seller's Disclosure Notice (55-1), and the new Seller's Disclosure about Groundwater and Surface Water Rights (TREC 61-0). Transactions documenting an estate sale should use the current TREC forms in effect on the contract date. (Source: TREC, mandatory July 1, 2026. Reviewed: September 14, 2026.)

The Texas Real Estate Commission (TREC) Consumer Protection Notice is also available upon request.

Professional Licensing

Bill Ross holds a Texas Real Estate License (#778434) and is a Certified Probate Expert. His practice, Hill Country Homesteads Group, is brokered by KW Boerne, located at 116 Herff Rd, Suite 203, Boerne, TX 78006. Phone: (830) 816-3500.

Limitation of Liability

Bill Ross, Hill Country Homesteads Group, and KW Boerne are not responsible for any actions taken or not taken based on the content of this website. Users should consult qualified professionals before making decisions related to probate, estate administration, tax planning, or real estate transactions.