YES! Probate is needed in a case where the deceased was the sole owner of the property.
It doesn’t stop you from selling the property at anytime to property cash buyers like us Flippin Reality Homes. The only difference is having to wait till the courts complete the Grant of Probate or the confirmation that the WILL received is a valid legal document. If you are the Executer or Administrator of the Estate you may or may not have other heirs that could receive some or all of the assets of the estate, depending on the what’s in the Will.
Can you sell a house currently in probate without a living spouse?
YES! Ask yourself these questions:
- Are you the Executer or Administrator of the estate?
- Are you the only heir to the deceased and no other spouse, children or grandchildren to the deceased?
- Do you want to sell the property now and put it under contract while waiting for the approval?
If you answered YES to all of the above questions, your all set to go. Give us a call now if you have a house in Texas for sale at (832) 641-2497
Does the Executer or Administrator have the authority to sell without the consent of the other Heirs?
YES and NO! If one of the heirs chooses not to sign the contract to sell, then a court CAN order the sale of the property or a partition suit will begin. During times like these where a family member dies, it can be quite overwhelming and painful for most. We’ve seen it all and with a little patience, we can help.
Understand and try to compromise with the brothers, sisters, etc. A lot of times, sentimental and/or emotional stress has occurred and the only way to understand and come to an agreement it is to slow down and communicate with each other. If it’s about the money and financial structure of the debt or assets, then break it down to them.
Many things to consider when someone dies and leaves an estate. Outstanding debts and/or unsecured debts and secured debts
- How much is owed on the property (Mortgage lien)
- Any contractor Liens?
- Any property taxes currently owed or back taxes from previous years
- Utility Bills – electric, water, gas, etc.
- Commissions and brokerage fees if you choose to use a Realtor
- Funeral Cost
- Any Credit Card debt
- Maintenance on the house – Lawn and general upkeep
All of this needs to be considered before distributing the remainder of the estate. With Flippin Reality Homes, we walk you through the steps to consider when selling a probated home or property.
What to do when you inherit a House in Houston or Harris County
You now have some responsibility that you may or may not have to go into negotiation with other siblings or heirs. It can be an emotional time for some or all that’s involved.
Find out who the insurance company is on the property if there is one. Call them to let them know of deceased and have the policy rewritten after you have it into your name.
Continue to pay the mortgage and avoid giving the property back to the bank. Most of the time you can ask to open title and they will tell you who the holder is
You can sell it, rent it, fix it, or move into it. Just keep in mind the above cost and ask yourself if it makes sense.
How to sell a house in Probate
STEP 1. Fill out the contact info on our website HERE or call us at (832) 641-2497
STEP 2. We can meet for an evaluation or give you a sight unseen offer
STEP 3. We walk you through the steps, we agree on numbers and sign a one page contract
STEP 4. Wait for title to clear and you receive the funds
