INHERITED HOME GUIDANCE | GREATER SACRAMENTO
You've Inherited a Home. Now What?
You may have questions about the property, your responsibilities, and where to begin. Whether you're an heir, trustee, executor, or administrator, I'll help you understand your options and navigate the real estate decisions ahead.
When you're not here, I am.
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5 Things to Consider First
Every situation is different, but these steps can help protect the property and avoid unnecessary expenses.
1. Confirm Who Can Act
Determine who has authority to manage the home.
2. Secure the Property
Protect the home, whether it's occupied or vacant.
3. Review Insurance & Bills
Check coverage, taxes, utilities, and ongoing costs.
4. Gather Documents
Locate deeds, trust documents, wills, and property records.
5. Avoid Rushing Into Repairs
Evaluate the home's condition before spending money on improvements that might not pay off.
EXPLORE YOUR SITUATION
Which Situation Sounds Like Yours?
The next steps depend on how the property is owned and your circumstances.
Home Held in a Trust
Learn what typically happens and how the real estate process works.
Estate Going Through Probate
Understand the probate timeline and how the property can be sold.
Multiple Heirs Involved
Find guidance for shared decisions and a smoother process.
Managing From Out of Town
Get local support for property oversight, preparation, and showings.
FREE CALIFORNIA GUIDE
Not Sure Where to Begin?
My free guide, Selling Inherited Property: A Complete Guide, walks you through the important decisions involved in managing, preparing, and selling an inherited home in California.
From understanding who can act to protecting the property and deciding what to fix, you'll find practical information and checklists to help you move forward.
MEET LISA
Experience You Can Rely On
I'm Lisa Quaschnick, a Sacramento-area REALTOR® and Certified Probate & Trust Specialist with over 20 years of real estate experience.
I help trustees, executors, administrators, and families navigate the real estate side of inherited property. From understanding their options to preparing and selling a home, my goal is to make the process easier to manage while protecting their interests.
I believe good real estate service starts with listening, communicating clearly, and treating people the way I'd want my own family to be treated.
Lisa Quaschnick, REALTOR®
DRE# 01702057
eXp Realty of California
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