Inherited houses
Sell an inherited house in Georgia without fixing it first.
You inherited a house in Georgia and you do not want to repair it, rent it or empty it. We pay cash for it as it is and close on the date you pick.
Who this is for
Heirs who have to decide what to do with the house.
An inherited house shows up with bills attached. Somebody has to pay the property tax and the insurance, keep the power on, and drive by to make sure the doors are still locked.
Most of the heirs who call us already have a job, a family and a house of their own. If probate is still open, start with our page on selling a probate home.
- You own the house now, or will once the estate is settled
- You live too far away to look after it
- It needs repairs you do not want to pay for
- It is still full of furniture, clothes and boxes
- Taxes, insurance and utilities keep coming every month
Your options
Four things you can do with an inherited house.
A cash offer is one of them. We can also write up a listing proposal for the open market, so you can compare the two side by side.
Keep it
Works when one heir wants to live there and can cover the mortgage, taxes and upkeep, or buy out the others.
Rent it
Brings in income. Someone still has to handle repairs, tenants and the months the house sits empty.
Fix it and list it
Can bring a higher price if the family has the money and the months to repair, clean and show it. Ask about our Equity Protection Program too.
Sell it to us as-is
One written offer, nothing to fix and nothing to haul away. Close in as little as seven days once the title is clear.
If the house has a bad roof, water damage or a failing foundation, our page on selling a house with major repairs goes into what that does to the numbers.
How it works
How we buy inherited houses in Georgia.
We handle the house and the purchase. Your attorney, the court and your tax preparer handle the legal and money questions.
We buy inherited homes all over Georgia, including houses owned by heirs who live out of state. Every step is laid out on our how we buy houses page.
- Set aside what the family wants to keep.
Pull out the will, the papers, the photos and anything with family value. Everything else can stay in the house.
- Call or send the address.
Tell us the condition, whether anyone lives there, and how many heirs are involved.
- Get a written cash offer.
We price it on location, repairs, the age of the roof and major systems, and recent sales within a mile.
- Close on your date.
The closing attorney confirms who can sign. Close in about a week once the title is clear, or months later if that suits the family.
Reviews
Families who sold a parent's house to us.
We sold this house due to my mother-in-law passing. While this was very stressful I can say that Christian and Parker both made this very easy. Each time I called I got a quick answer to any question I needed. They treated both my husband I with compassion. Everything happened exactly as they told us step by step...
Barrington was great to work with They helped make the sale of my Dad's house easy. All questions were answered in a timely mannor, and the process was quick and easy. Closing happened very quickly and everyone we worked with was very professional. I highly recommend them.
Inherited house questions
Answers for heirs.
Can I sell an inherited house with belongings still inside?
Yes. Keep what you want and leave the rest. We buy houses with furniture and personal belongings inside and clear them out after closing.
Do I need to go through probate before I can sell?
Before a sale can close, the estate must have the legal authority to transfer the property. What that takes depends on the will, how the title is held and whether the estate has been settled. An attorney can tell you which documents your situation requires.
Will I owe taxes when I sell an inherited house?
Possibly. For federal taxes, the basis of inherited property is generally its fair market value on the date of death, so keep any appraisal from that time along with the closing statement. A CPA can work out your numbers. We are the buyer and do not give tax advice.
What if the heirs live in different states?
Family members do not need to live near the house for us to review it. The closing attorney can explain who needs to sign and how each signature will be handled.
Should we list the house instead?
It depends on the house. If it is updated and the family has time, listing on the open market can net more, and we can put together a listing proposal for you. If it needs work or the family wants it done, a cash sale skips the repairs, the showings and the commission.
Tell us about the house you inherited.
A specialist calls you back to go over the details. There is no obligation to accept the offer.
Before you hire a cleanout crew
Get a cash number before you spend money on the house.
Ask for a written offer first. It costs nothing, and it gives the family a real number to compare against repairs and listing.