Can I sell before probate is finished?
Yes. You can sign a contract while probate is open, and we close once the estate has authority to sell — usually after letters of administration are issued, or with an order of summary administration.
What if there are several heirs?
Every heir sees the same written offer. In formal administration the personal representative signs for the estate; otherwise each heir may need to sign. Your attorney will confirm who signs, and we’ll walk any heir through the offer by phone.
Do I have to clean out the house?
No. Take what you want to keep and leave everything else. We handle the cleanout after closing.
Are there taxes when selling an inherited home in Florida?
Florida has no state income tax and no inheritance tax. For federal taxes, an inherited house generally gets a “stepped-up” basis — its value on the date of death — so selling for about that amount usually means little or no capital gains tax. This is general information, not tax advice; check with a tax professional.
What if the house has a mortgage or reverse mortgage?
You can still sell. The loan is paid off from the sale at closing, and the rest goes to the estate. Reverse mortgage lenders set deadlines after the owner passes, so tell the servicer early.
How is the offer calculated?
We look at the home’s location, size and condition, the repairs and cleanout it needs, and recent sales of similar houses nearby. Then we show the family the math, so every heir can see how we got to the number.
