Probate (Inherited Property)
Inherited a house you don’t want? Sell it as-is — even during probate.
Stuck waiting on Florida probate while taxes and insurance pile up? Agility Equity buys probate and inherited properties as-is, so the estate stops costing money while the paperwork runs its course. Start the sale now, coordinate with your attorney, and close when the court allows.
- Cash offer target
- 24hr
- Day close options
- 15+
- Agent commissions
- $0
Close in as little as 7 days · No repairs · No commissions · No cleaning
- Probate & inherited sales
- As-is purchase
- Coordinate with your attorney
- South Florida local team
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Quick answer
Can I sell an inherited house that’s still in probate in Florida?
Yes. In Florida, inherited real estate typically moves through probate. If the court has appointed you Personal Representative and issued Letters of Administration, you can usually sign a purchase contract while probate is open. Closing is often contingent on court approval, which we build into the timeline. You don’t need to clean out the house or fund repairs first. Liens, back taxes, and HOA balances are typically addressed from proceeds at closing.
Selling a probate or inherited house in Florida: how it works
When a loved one passes, the house you inherit usually enters probate — a court-supervised process that can take months while taxes, insurance, and HOA fees continue. You don’t always have to wait for probate to fully close before moving toward a cash sale.
Inherited property and Florida probate go together
Most Florida families inherit a house through probate so the court can validate the will (if any), settle debts, and transfer title. While that happens, the home may sit vacant and carrying costs keep growing.
- Summary Administration: often faster for smaller estates or when the decedent passed more than two years ago.
- Formal Administration: standard for larger estates; requires a Personal Representative, creditor notices, and more court steps.
- Multiple heirs: everyone with ownership or required authority typically needs to agree before closing.
Role of the Personal Representative
The Personal Representative (executor/administrator) is usually the person authorized to act for the estate. With Letters of Administration, they can negotiate a sale of the inherited property. Final closing may still need a court order. We coordinate with your probate attorney so that step is expected, not a surprise.
Why selling an inherited home during probate can make sense
Holding an empty Florida home costs money every month: property taxes, vacant insurance, HOA dues, utilities, and maintenance. Heat, humidity, and storms can also accelerate deterioration. Starting a cash sale during probate can help the estate stop those carrying costs sooner once the court allows closing — without renovating or cleaning out first.
How Agility Equity helps
A simple process designed around your situation.
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Call us even if probate just started
Whether you’ve filed, already hold Letters of Administration, or are an heir sorting next steps, we can evaluate the inherited property and outline options.
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We work with your attorney
We coordinate documentation and timelines with your probate counsel so the process stays clear for the estate and heirs.
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Get a cash offer
We evaluate as-is. No cleanout, repairs, or showings required to get an offer on a probate or inherited house.
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Close with court approval
When court approval is required, we plan closing around that order, family schedules, and your preferred timing.
Cash offer vs. listing with an agent
A side-by-side look so you can decide what fits your situation.
| Compare | Agility Equity (Cash) | Traditional Agent Listing |
|---|---|---|
| Time to close | As fast as 7 to 15 days | 60 to 90+ days |
| Repairs & cleaning | None. We buy as-is | Often required |
| Agent commissions | $0 | About 5 to 6% of sale price |
| Showings & open houses | None | Ongoing |
| Closing certainty | Cash close with no financing fall-through | Can fall through on loans or inspection |
| Best if… | You want speed, certainty, and less hassle | You can wait months for top retail price |
Not sure which is right? Get a free, no-obligation cash offer and compare it with a listing estimate.
What to expect in a probate or inherited-home sale
Every estate is different, but most Personal Representatives and heirs want clarity on timing, paperwork, and net proceeds — without months of showings or repair lists.
Get My Cash Offer- No repair requirement
- As-is
- Out-of-state signers supported
- Remote OK
- Liens reviewed in title
- Clear
Why homeowners choose us
We specialize in situations other buyers often avoid.
Florida probate experience
We regularly help estates and heirs sell South Florida homes during active probate.
Attorney-friendly process
We communicate clearly with counsel about contracts, timing, and closing conditions.
No cleanout required
Leave belongings in place if needed. Many inherited homes sell as-is.
Multiple heirs
We help coordinate communication when several parties must sign.
Title & claim issues
Outstanding liens and creditor items are identified during title review.
Compassionate timeline
We move with the court process, not against your family’s needs.
Frequently asked questions
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