This is a similar situation my father had to deal with as executor of my grandfather’s estate back in 1950. My grandfather had 68 separate deeds in 24 counties in 3 states. Only three counties had leases and produced income. My grandfathers estate didn’t have enough cash to divide and distribute these 68 deeds to his four daughters. So the the attorneys suggested they not process divided deeds in any county. So even today, all 68 deeds remain in my grandfather’s name and we file “Affidavits of Heirship” anywhere ownership proof is required.
I have no idea if this is a good practice, and I certainly don’t know all the legal issues that may be lying in wait! But there is no way that my grandfather’s heirs have the money or inclination to spend the money to correct all this.