Property Ownership

Vermont's 'probate' process is relevant to real estate when:

AA property is sold at a tax sale
BA property owner dies with a will or without a will (intestate), and the estate must transfer property to heirs or beneficiaries✓ Correct
CA property is foreclosed by the lender
DAn Act 250 permit expires

Explanation

Vermont probate proceedings are required to legally transfer real property when an owner dies, whether under a will (testate) or without one (intestate). Probate clears title by officially transferring ownership from the deceased's estate to the designated heirs or beneficiaries.

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