What happens to proceeds from property sales if the will is silent on their distribution?

When a will does not address the distribution of proceeds from property sales, these proceeds are treated as part of the estate and thus are distributed according to intestacy laws. Intestacy laws govern the distribution of a decedent's estate when there is no valid will or when certain aspects of the estate are not covered by the will. In this situation, since the will is silent on how to handle the proceeds from property sales, there is no express direction from the deceased regarding this matter. Consequently, the estate must follow the established intestacy laws that dictate how property and assets are to be divided among heirs, typically prioritizing relatives such as spouses, children, and parents as defined by state statute.

This approach ensures that the distribution is fair and follows legal guidelines, reflecting the decedent's presumed wishes, even if those wishes are not explicitly stated in the will.