Typically, in a formal probate, the PR (executor or administrator) may sell estate assets such as real property during the course of administration.There may be procedures which restrict sales such as noticing or even the requirement of court confirmation.

@Sandy Uhlmann I agree with Brian, get your Plan Administrator on the hook for these questions.

Educate yourself on self direction --most administrators have a lot info on their websites for free. 

He went door to door collecting rents, was sub par on maintenance issues so in an effort to rehab this place administratively and cosmetically to get the place back cash flowing to its potential we will need a dependable contractor who can help us get the ball rolling on this job.

Has anyone found probate court deals, and if so how did you approach the administrator?

It is a personal investment to you and under an administrator that has the authority to make or allow investments at your direction. 

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I think it is about time I figure out what type of entity to form.I have heard advice that each property goes into an LLC, but that seems like an administrative nightmare.