What we do with the house and its contents
Sell an inherited house without cleanout, repairs, or hauling away a lifetime of belongings — we take it as it is. You can keep the belongings your family wants; the rest can stay in the house.
Utilities, insurance, property taxes, upkeep, and any mortgage payment can keep costing money while the estate owns the house.
What happens next
We talk through the Irondequoit house, its condition, what your family wants to keep, and where things stand with the estate.
You get a written offer and written terms before you commit, and we close through a title company.
Close as fast as 7 days when title and closing details allow.
No fees. No agent commissions when you sell to us.
Signing from another location
Sell from anywhere in the country — we can send a notary to you, and you don't have to attend settlement or even visit the property.
Compare what you might keep
Use the Irondequoit home-sale calculator to compare an as-is sale with a possible listing using numbers that fit the house.
Compare possible Irondequoit sale proceeds with the calculator →New York estate rules and transfer taxes
Who can sign?
The person named as executor in a will cannot sign just because of that. Surrogate’s Court must appoint an executor or administrator; the court-issued letters show who has authority to act for the estate. Read New York Surrogate’s Court Procedure Act §703.
Once appointed, an executor or administrator can generally sell estate property during administration, subject to the will and court restrictions. If the will leaves the house to a specific person, that gift can limit the executor’s power to sell; that person’s agreement or a court order may be needed. Some court papers require approval before real estate is sold. See New York Estates, Powers and Trusts Law §11-1.1.
Some houses pass outside probate through a valid transfer-on-death deed. The deed names the beneficiary who receives the house after the owner dies. Read New York Real Property Law §424.
A release of the New York State estate-tax lien is generally needed to close. The New York Department of Taxation and Finance explains how to request a lien release.
New York real estate transfer taxes
New York State real estate transfer tax is $2 for each $500 of the sale price, or part of $500, when the price exceeds $500. The seller normally pays this base tax, but the sale agreement can provide otherwise. Local transfer taxes may add to it. A separate 1% mansion tax applies to residential sales of $1 million or more and is normally paid by the buyer. Read the New York State transfer-tax guidance. A mortgage payoff, liens, back taxes, and your share of current property taxes are separate from closing costs.
When you sell to us, we pay the closing costs, including New York State real estate transfer tax and any applicable local real estate transfer taxes.
Local estate and property-tax help
If you need an estate attorney, we can help you find one.
Monroe County Surrogate’s Court
For estate proceedings: 541 Hall of Justice, Rochester, NY 14614; 585-371-3310.
Monroe County directory and court contacts →Monroe County Clerk
For land records and recording information: 39 West Main Street, Room 105, Rochester, NY 14614; 585-753-1600.
County Clerk records information →Town of Irondequoit Tax Office
For local property-tax bill and collection questions: 1280 Titus Avenue, Rochester, NY 14617; 585-336-6050.
Town tax information →What our sellers say
“The house in Allentown was sitting empty for 2 years after my dad passed. getting code violations from the city. sold it to them for cash, no cleanup needed.”
“Probate is a nightmare. i live in texas so trying to sell my uncles house out of state was stressing me out. called these guys and they just handled it. wire hit my account yesterday. highly recommend.”
“inherited my parents place and it was packed with junk. didnt want to deal with it. they gave me a fair cash price and took it.”
Questions and contact
Questions about selling an inherited Irondequoit house
Can an executor sell a New York house before the estate is finished?
An executor or administrator appointed by Surrogate’s Court can generally sell estate property during administration, subject to the will and court restrictions. If the will leaves the house to a specific person, that person’s agreement or a court order may be needed. Some court papers also require approval before a real-estate sale.
Who can sign for an inherited house?
The person appointed by Surrogate’s Court can generally sign for the estate; being named as executor in a will is not the same as being appointed. The court-issued letters show the appointment. The will and any court restrictions still matter, especially if it leaves the house to a specific person.
Do I have to put the inherited house in my own name before selling?
You can sell in the estate's name once the estate is opened — no need to put the house in your own name first. If you need an estate attorney, we can help you find one.
Can an inherited house pass outside probate in New York?
A valid New York transfer-on-death deed can pass the house to its named beneficiary outside probate. The deed and estate papers show which path applies to the house.
Do I have to clear out or repair the inherited house?
Sell an inherited house without cleanout, repairs, or hauling away a lifetime of belongings — we take it as it is. You can keep the items your family wants; the rest can stay with the house.
What transfer taxes apply when an inherited New York house sells?
New York State real estate transfer tax is $2 for each $500 of the sale price, or part of $500, when the price exceeds $500. The seller normally pays this base tax, but the sale agreement can provide otherwise; local transfer taxes may add to it. A separate 1% mansion tax applies to residential sales of $1 million or more and is normally paid by the buyer. When you sell to us, we pay the closing costs, including New York State real estate transfer tax and any applicable local real estate transfer taxes.
Can I sign if I live outside New York?
Sell from anywhere in the country — we can send a notary to you, and you don't have to attend settlement or even visit the property.
- Irondequoit home-selling options
- Irondequoit seller questions
- Irondequoit and New York seller resources
- Irondequoit home seller guide
- How the Irondequoit sale process works
Call 888-274-5006 or use the offer form above to talk through the house and estate.