Inherited & Estate Sales
Selling an inherited house in Orlando, made simple.
Probate, taxes, out-of-state logistics, family dynamics — an inherited home comes with more than most people expect. Get a clear, no-pressure plan from a broker who handles estate sales with care.
- Guidance on probate and clearing title (with the right attorney)
- Understand your stepped-up basis — often little or no capital gains
- Sell fully as-is, or let Ryan coordinate cleanout and prep
- Out-of-state heirs welcome — everything handled locally
Get a no-pressure plan & valuation
Tell Ryan about the property and where things stand. You'll get a clear next-steps plan and a valuation within one business day — no obligation.
Three things to know first
The parts that catch heirs off guard.
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You may need probate first
If the home was titled solely in the deceased's name, you usually can't close a sale until probate authorizes it. Trusts, joint ownership, or a Lady Bird deed can avoid this. We confirm which applies to you.
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The stepped-up basis is your friend
Your tax basis resets to the home's value at the date of death — so selling near that value often means little or no capital gains. Get a date-of-death appraisal to document that value in case the IRS ever asks.
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You don't have to lift a finger
Sell as-is with no cleanout, or let Ryan coordinate everything locally. Out-of-state? Even better — that's exactly when local coordination matters most.
Want the full detail? Read the complete guide to selling an inherited house in Florida.
How it works
A clear path, even when it feels overwhelming.
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Sort out title & probate
First we determine whether the home can be sold now or needs probate — and connect you with a Florida probate attorney if one's required.
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Get the value & your options
A date-of-death-aware valuation plus your choices: a fast as-is cash sale, or a prepped listing for maximum price. You decide.
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We handle the rest
Cleanout, light prep, marketing, showings, and closing — coordinated locally, even if you're out of state. You sign, you're done.
Questions sellers ask
Can I sell an inherited house before probate is finished in Florida?
Usually you must wait until title has legally passed to the heirs before closing a sale. If the estate requires probate, you generally can't complete a sale until the court authorizes it — though you can interview agents, get a valuation, and prepare in the meantime. Some homes pass outside probate (via a living trust, joint ownership, or a Lady Bird deed) and can be sold sooner. The first step is determining whether probate is required, ideally with a Florida probate attorney.
Will I owe a lot of capital gains tax on an inherited home?
Usually far less than people fear, thanks to the 'stepped-up basis.' Your cost basis is reset to the home's fair-market value as of the date of death — not what the deceased originally paid. So if you sell near that value, your taxable gain is small or zero. Selling relatively soon after inheriting, while the value is close to the date-of-death appraisal, is often the most tax-efficient approach. Florida also has no state income or estate tax. Confirm specifics with a CPA.
What if I live out of state or the heirs don't agree?
Both are common and manageable. For out-of-state heirs, Ryan can coordinate everything locally — cleanout, repairs, photos, showings, and closing — so you don't have to fly back and forth. When multiple heirs are involved, a neutral, professional process and a clear valuation help everyone get on the same page. Where there's genuine disagreement, your probate attorney guides the legal side.
Do I have to clean out or fix up the house first?
No. Many inherited homes are dated or full of a lifetime of belongings, and that's okay. You can sell as-is to a cash buyer with no cleanout at all, or Ryan can coordinate an estate cleanout and light prep to maximize the price on the open market. He'll show you what each path nets so you can choose what's worth your time and energy.
Inherited a home? Start with a calm conversation.
There's no rush and no judgment. Tell Ryan where things stand and you'll get straight answers on probate, taxes, and the simplest path to selling.