Do You Have an Inherited House, a Property in Probate or a Trust You Need to Sell?

Selling probate and inherited homes and real estate with or without a Trust differs in many ways from a traditional real estate transaction.

It involves compassionately working with both homebuyers and sellers of probate homes for sale if and when the need arises.

Unfortunately, selling an inherited or probate property can be an emotional experience. It can often involve contentious situations for the sellers.

Hiring a real estate agent with 22 years of experience with these types of transactions is important. There is almost always a different need for navigation than traditional sales.

Selling a High-Equity Legacy Property

Whether you’re selling a home that’s been in the family for years or even decades, there’s often more than just money on the line. These legacy properties carry history, emotion, and big financial decisions.

Whether the home has been lovingly maintained or needs serious work, I approach the sale with strategy, care, and the respect it deserves.

Negotiating Matters When Selling Any Legacy Probate or Inherited Property

I’ll help you identify where the true value lies in selling a legacy probate or inherited property. This matters when negotiating. Additionally, I’ll recommend smart improvements, only if possible on your end.

Selling As-Is With No Repairs

I’ll also show you why selling as-is may be your best bet so you don’t have to do a single repair. It’s often not doable to take on repairs when selling an inherited property or a home in probate. These are often fixer-uppers. I’ll still sell it for more money than you’ll ever get from a wholesaler.

I’ll guide you through every step and show you how to net the highest price in any scenario.

With me, from pricing and presentation to negotiating and closing, your equity is protected, your questions are answered, and your timeline is respected.

How Selling Probate and Inherited Homes in Real Estate Sales Work

Selling probate and inherited homes can involve different requirements, circumstances and decisions than a typical real estate transaction.

Probate and Trust Sales

Navigating a probate or trust sale comes with its own set of legal, emotional and financial challenges. I have the experience to guide you through it all with confidence and clarity.

I work closely with attorneys, fiduciaries, and family members to ensure timelines are met, disclosures are accurate, and every piece of the process is handled with professionalism.

Whether the property is a historic gem, a mid-century time capsule, or a long-neglected home that is now fixer-upper, I understand how to position it for the market and get the best possible outcome while keeping stress and uncertainty to a minimum.

Court Approval May Be Needed in Selling Probate Real Estate or Selling Inherited Homes

If a loved one has passed and didn’t have proper estate planning in place, their property may go into the probate court for sale approval after opening the probate case. But there are many cases where the property does not need court approval.

Can You Hire Your Own Real Estate Agent to List and Sell Your Inherited or Probate Home?

Absolutely, yes. For a probate sale or a house you may have inherited, an estate attorney, Trustee, Appointee or Representative can hire a REALTOR® to list and sell the home. So you are absolutely allowed to choose a licensed real estate agent you desire to work with.

I always work very closely with the attorneys, title companies and/or Representatives throughout the process, keeping it legal and ethical across all spectrums. Attracting the right buyer for a probate home is crucial. There are many steps that must go smoothly along the way and patience is usually needed.

Is Your Property in Probate a Fixer-Upper?

A home that needs substantial repairs cam [resent additional considerations when it is also part of a probate or inherited real estate sale.

Selling Fixer-Uppers that are in Probate or Inherited

A large majority of probate homes for sale are fixer-uppers. This is not uncommon at all. I have a strategy which keeps wholesalers out, which means a much, much higher sales price for you. I assure you’ll receive the most financial gain when selling your loved one’s home, even if it’s a massive fixer-upper.

This house is just one example of many, where I helped the seller get absolute top dollar. I sold it for more than $100,000 she thought it was worth. And this was a fixer-upper while the estate was in probate.

Don’t Leave Money You’re Entitled to Receive on the Table When Selling a House in Probate

Too often, there are other parties involved, often family members, who are eager to just get it over with. This leaves a ton of money on the table. It invites the vulture wholesalers in to take advantage of the situation and literally rob you blind. I see it all the time.

Selling Your Probate or Inherited Home to a Wholesaler: Think Carefully Before Accepting Less Than It’s Worth No Matter the Condition

Wholesalers offer way below what your property is worth especially when it’s a fixer-upper. I’ve seen it over and over again that it’s not to the seller’s best interest. This may seem fast and convenient, but I assure you, it’s not.

I can assure you that you’ll obtain the most money possible under your personal circumstances. Additionally, I will honor whatever pace and desires you need.

Marketing a Probate or Inherited Home For Sale When Selling in Phoenix, AZ

During a probate sale, the property is marketed just like any other property. When the local real estate agent is hired by executing a listing agreement, the home’s marketing becomes a traditional listing.

Professional photography, virtual tours, email marketing, print marketing, Internet and social media advertising, open houses, private showings, neighborhood canvassing and networking with other agents are just a few of the marketing methods I use to list and sell homes in the Phoenix Metro neighborhoods. This will all help bring in the widest audience of buyers to the home.

Appraised Value Versus Actual Value

Generally, the list price is based upon the listing agent’s suggestions. Sometimes, independent appraisals must be ordered and issued by the court.

Either way, I’ll provide a professional, full comparative market analysis (CMA) for you, your attorney and/or the courts. If the appraised value is lower than the actual value of the property you’re selling, that’s OK. You’re never stuck with the appraised value.

Call Laura Boyajian to Sell a Phoenix Home or Estate in Probate

If you need to sell a Phoenix or Phoenix Metro home in probate that needs court approval, contact Laura Boyajian today at (602) 400-0008.

I’ll walk you through the process step-by-step and work closely with any and all parties involved in the transaction. I can even refer you to some of the top probate attorneys in the valley.