What to Do With an Inherited Property: A Realistic Guide for Executors and Heirs

If you've recently inherited a property, you're probably dealing with a lot right now. Emotions, paperwork, family dynamics, decisions you weren't expecting to make.

And somewhere in the middle of all that, you have to figure out what to do with a house.

Here's what I've noticed after helping dozens of families in your situation: the house becomes the thing that drags everything out.

Most people think they have two options: fix it up and list it traditionally, or sell it as-is to an investor for way less than it's worth.

But there's a third option that most agents won't tell you about because it requires more work on their end.

How I Handle Inherited Properties Differently

I don't expect you to clean out decades of belongings, make repairs, or stage anything. I don't need the house to be "market ready."

What I do is this:

We assess the property as-is and determine the best path forward. Sometimes that means selling exactly as is, and you can sell any property as is on the market. Sometimes it means minimal strategic updates that significantly increase the value without requiring much from you. I coordinate everything: contractors, estate sale companies, whatever's needed.

We price it realistically based on condition and current market, not some inflated number that sounds good but wastes months.

I handle the paperwork and coordinate with your estate attorney if needed as well as any heirs to make sure everything is done correctly.

You get one point of contact who understands you're juggling ten other things and just need this handled professionally.

No pressure to fix it up. No strangers walking through while family items are still there. No wondering if you're leaving money on the table.

Understanding What You're Going Through

I've worked with executors, out-of-state heirs, and families trying to settle estates while dealing with their own lives. I know this isn't just a transaction for you. It's often the last major task in closing a difficult chapter.

The reality is that the longer an inherited property sits, the more it costs you in taxes, insurance, and maintenance. But rushing into the wrong decision can cost you even more.

If you're trying to figure out what to do with an inherited property, I'm happy to talk through your options with no obligation and no sales pressure.

Just clarity and a realistic plan.

Feel free to reach out! I'm here to help.