Yes, she's correct. However, did your father put the property in trust? If so, you are not limited to probate rules. As the trustee you have the right to use the property as you see fit. Read more about trust & probate online or go to Nolo Law to educate yourself--free info.
Yes as long as the property has gone through probate.
I personally would not use RP funding
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