A comprehensive guide to selling a property as part of an estate — covering probate, executor responsibilities, the sale process, and the practical and emotional challenges involved.

A plain-English explanation of probate — what it is, when it's required, how to apply, and what happens during the process.

A guide to the relationship between probate and property marketing — when you can list before probate is granted, and when you must wait.

A clear explanation of what is and isn't possible before probate is granted — including marketing, accepting offers, and the point at which exchange can take place.

A guide to intestacy for property sellers — what happens when someone dies without a will, how the estate is administered, and how this affects a property sale.

A realistic guide to probate timelines — typical durations, the factors that cause delays, and how to keep the process moving as efficiently as possible.

A guide to the legal duties and practical responsibilities of an executor in a property sale — what you're required to do, what you're permitted to do, and where to get help.

A checklist of the documents estate agents will require before marketing a probate property — including grant of probate, ID requirements, and authority to sell.

A guide to the documents a solicitor will need to handle the conveyancing on a probate property — from the grant of probate to title documents and property information.

A guide to managing a property sale with multiple executors — how decisions are made, what happens when executors disagree, and how to keep the process moving.

A clear explanation of who has the legal authority to sell a property in different circumstances — sole ownership, joint ownership, probate, and power of attorney.

A guide to executor disputes in property sales — what happens when executors cannot agree, the options available, and how to resolve disagreements without going to court.

A guide to marketing a probate property before the grant of probate is obtained — what is permitted, what must be disclosed, and how to manage buyer expectations.

A guide to accepting offers on a probate property before the grant of probate — what is legally possible, what must be communicated to buyers, and the risks involved.

A guide to exchange and completion in a probate sale — the legal requirements, typical timelines, and what executors need to have in place before contracts can be exchanged.

A guide to insuring a vacant probate property — why standard home insurance may not cover an empty property, what specialist cover is available, and what executors need to do.

A practical guide to clearing and preparing an inherited property for sale — managing contents, dealing with personal items, and preparing the property for marketing.

Practical and emotional guidance for executors and family members managing a property sale during bereavement — pacing the process, getting support, and protecting your wellbeing.

A guide to managing family conflict during a probate property sale — common sources of disagreement, how to approach difficult conversations, and when to seek professional help.

A guide to the decision executors and beneficiaries face about whether to sell an inherited property or retain it — the financial, practical, and emotional factors to consider.

A realistic timeline for a probate property sale — from the date of death through to completion, with key milestones, typical durations, and the factors that affect timing.

A comprehensive checklist for executors selling a property as part of an estate — covering every stage from death to completion.