Does my husband's will mean I'll lose my home?

My husband left everything between our three children in equal shares. I feel very vulnerable; I do not own the house that I even live in! What can I do?

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Dear Karen,

My husband passed away a few months ago. He was very ill for some time and I cared for him.

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