What is the process of going through probate like?

[Brian Erlich]

I have an estate home under contract at a price that doesn't cover all of the claims.  There are 2 FIFA Liens on the property, several unsecured claims, and the home is in foreclosure.  I assume we need to go through probate with the estate to satisfy the deceased woman's debts in order to purchase the property.

Is that correct?  How would that work?

Any tips to help us successfully purchase the property through the probate process and avoid an auction would help a lot.

Thanks