Confirm legal ownership of the property by reviewing the will, trust, or probate documents to determine who is authorized to sell.
If probate is required, file the necessary paperwork with the local court to formally open the estate and appoint a personal representative.
Obtain a professional market valuation or appraisal to establish the property’s fair market value for sale or distribution purposes.
Handle any needed clean-out, repairs, or updates to make the property ready for listing and to appeal to potential buyers.
List the property for sale through appropriate channels, using targeted marketing to attract qualified buyers.
Accept an offer, complete required disclosures, and work with title and escrow to finalize the sale and distribute proceeds.
Opening the estate in court
Notifying heirs and creditors
Filing the estate inventory
Managing bank accounts and personal property
Paying debts, taxes, and expenses
Distributing remaining assets to beneficiaries
Closing the estate with court approval