Alex helps families across Central and South Florida value, prepare, and sell inherited property, working alongside the estate’s attorney.
Who can sell an inherited house in Florida
In a probate estate, the court appoints a personal representative. Depending on the will and the court’s orders, that person may be able to sell on their own or may need court approval first.
Florida’s homestead rules can change who inherits the house and who has to sign. That’s a question for the estate’s attorney before the home is listed.
Some homes skip probate entirely, such as property held in a trust or owned jointly with survivorship rights. Then the trustee or surviving owner sells.
From the first walkthrough to closing
- Know what it’s worth.Alex provides a market analysis. Your tax professional may also want a date-of-death value, since it often sets the heirs’ cost basis.
- Decide what’s worth doing.Cleanout, basic repairs, or sell as-is. Vacant-home issues like insurance and security get flagged early.
- Coordinate to closing.Marketing, offers, and negotiation, with the attorney, title company, and heirs kept informed.
Heirs out of state?
Many heirs live far from the house. The sale can be handled remotely, with regular updates. Closings can often be signed by mail or with a mobile notary.
Alex doesn’t give legal advice about the estate. Your probate attorney handles court filings and approvals.
Helpful to have ready
- Letters of Administration, or the trust documents.
- The will, if there is one.
- Contact details for the estate’s attorney.
- Mortgage, HOA, tax, and utility information for the property.
- Keys, alarm codes, and any known repair issues.
Alex Silva, broker
Voyance Real Estate is led by its broker and owner, Alex D. Silva, who has more than 30 years in real estate and holds Florida broker license BK3153327.
Short-sale negotiation is his specialty: lender approvals, second liens, and valuation disputes.
He works with homes, condos, rentals, and commercial property across Central and South Florida, in English, Spanish, and Portuguese.
Probate questions
Can we sell before probate is finished?
Often, yes. A personal representative can usually sell once they have authority from the court, plus court approval if it’s required. The attorney will confirm what’s needed.
Do all the heirs have to agree?
It depends on the will, the court’s orders, and how title passes. When heirs disagree, the attorney and the court decide the path forward.
What if the house still has a mortgage?
The loan doesn’t disappear, but it can be paid off from the sale. If the home is worth less than the balance, a short sale may be an option.
General real estate information, not legal, tax, or financial advice.
Handling a family home?
Tell Alex where the property is, where the estate stands, and who is involved.