Selling a home after a loved one’s passing is not only an emotional journey but also a process filled with legal, financial, and logistical hurdles. Our dedicated team of probate sale experts is here to make that journey easier for you.
We specialise in handling every aspect of the sale, from valuation to completion, guiding you with professional, compassionate, and efficient service.
There are many challenges when looking to sell a property that’s going through probate. Selling a property through probate in the UK can be complex, with several unique challenges that sellers and agents need to navigate.
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Legal & Documentation Delays: Obtaining a grant of probate is often the most time-consuming part of the process.
Valuation Issues: For probate properties, an accurate valuation is essential for tax purposes, specifically inheritance tax.
Inheritance Tax (IHT): Properties that are part of an estate worth more than £325,000 may be liable for inheritance tax, which can reach 40% of the value above this threshold.
Condition & Maintenance: Many probate properties may have been unoccupied for some time, leading to potential maintenance issues.
Emotional Challenges: Selling a family property can be an emotional process, particularly for relatives involved in handling the estate.
Multiple Beneficiaries and Disagreements: If there are multiple beneficiaries to the estate, there may be disagreements.
Market Limitations: Probate properties often attract different buyers, such as investors or developers, rather than typical homebuyers.
Insurance & Security: Vacant properties can require specialist insurance coverage, which is often more costly than standard home insurance.
How to get your property sold fast and hassle-free
How to navigate the legals and paperwork
How inheritance tax will apply to you (or not)
The conditions and maintenance required for sale (or not)
How to combat the emotional challenges
How to deal with multiple beneficiaries and disagreements
How to optimise and manage the market limitations
About insurances and security