You inherited a house
Settling a parent's or relative's home is a lot, especially from a distance or alongside everything else. You don't have to sort every room or fix anything first.
Take what matters to you and leave the rest; we handle the cleanout. If probate is still open, tell us and we'll plan around it.
Good to know
- Usually the executor or administrator named by the court signs for the estate. If you're not sure who that is yet, start there.
- If several heirs share the house, everyone with an ownership interest typically needs to agree to the sale.
- Taxes on inherited property can work differently than on a home you bought. A tax professional can tell you what applies to you.
How it works
- 1Tell us about the houseA few taps. No photos or paperwork yet.
- 2Get a written offerIt's based on real numbers. If we can't make it work, we'll say so.
- 3Close on your dateMost close within a few weeks to two months.
Helpful reading
- How to sell an inherited house: a step-by-step guide Who can sell, how probate fits in, what to do with everything inside, and how to choose between listing, fixing up or selling as-is.
- How to sell a house when you live out of state Selling a house you can't easily visit: managing access, repairs and paperwork from a distance, and signing remotely.
Related situations
- The house is sitting vacant Stop paying to keep up a house nobody lives in.
- You own a house in another state Sell without flying in, managing repairs or meeting contractors.
- The house is full of belongings Take what matters. Leave the rest; we handle the cleanout.
