Selling a Home in Probate? Here’s What to Do First

Taking on the Role of Executor? Here’s Where to Begin

If you've been named the executor of an estate or just inherited a home in probate, the responsibilities can feel overwhelming—especially when it comes to selling the property.

Who do you call first? What documents do you need? How do you prepare the home for sale legally and respectfully?

At Your Home Sold Guaranteed Realty Advisors LLC, we’ve helped countless Staten Island families navigate this exact process. Here’s your action plan—what to do first, and how we’ll help you do it right.

Step 1: Secure the Property Immediately

Your first priority is protecting the property.

• Change the locks
  
  
• Turn on necessary utilities
  
  
• Document the current condition of the home
  
  

Not sure where to start? Our team can arrange locksmiths, security systems, and contractors to inspect the home for safety and compliance.

Step 2: Notify Heirs and Begin the Communication Process

Probate often involves multiple family members or heirs, which can create delays and tension if communication breaks down.

As Certified Probate Experts, we:

• Facilitate clear discussions with all heirs
  
  
• Set realistic expectations around the timeline
  
  
• Help avoid family disputes over the property sale
  
  

Having a neutral, experienced third party in the room can make all the difference.

Step 3: Connect With a Certified Probate Real Estate Team

One of the biggest mistakes executors make? Hiring a traditional real estate agent who doesn’t understand probate.

You need a team who:

• Understands court procedures
  
  
• Coordinates with estate attorneys
  
  
• Manages personal property, cleanouts, and legal documentation
  
  
• Offers both traditional sale and cash offer options
  
  

At Your Home Sold Guaranteed Realty Advisors LLC, we are Staten Island’s only Certified Probate Experts, and we guide you from day one through closing—so nothing falls through the cracks.

Step 4: Get a Professional Valuation of the Property

The court will likely require a formal valuation or comparative market analysis (CMA). You’ll also need this to determine whether it makes sense to:

• List the home on the open market
  
  
• Sell “as-is” to a cash buyer
  
  
• Make repairs to increase value
  
  

We offer accurate, court-compliant property valuations—and recommendations to maximize the sale price or expedite a fast, stress-free sale.

Step 5: Inventory Personal Belongings and Plan for a Cleanout

Before the home can be sold, you’ll need to:

• Sort through belongings
  
  
• Host an estate sale or auction
  
  
• Donate or discard leftover items
  
  
• Clean out the home
  
  

Don’t do it alone—we’ll connect you with professional cleanout crews, estate sale companies, and local donation centers. We even handle scheduling and logistics.

Step 6: Determine Your Best Selling Option

With our help, you can decide:

🔹 Traditional Sale

We prep, market, and sell the home to the public—maximizing your profit while keeping the process compliant.

🔹 Cash “As-Is” Offer

Need to move fast? We’ll present multiple cash offers from vetted investors and buy the home as-is—no repairs, showings, or delays.

Either way, you’re protected with our 100% Satisfaction Guarantee and full-service support.

Let Us Be Your Probate Real Estate Team in Staten Island

At Your Home Sold Guaranteed Realty Advisors LLC, we’ve built an entire probate system to support:

✅ Executors
✅ Heirs
✅ Attorneys
✅ Out-of-town family members

From valuation and cleanout to repairs and court coordination—we handle every step so you don’t have to.

Take the First Step With a Free Probate Property Consultation

📞 Call (718) 571-8366
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📅 Schedule your Free Probate Property Consultation today

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