At Probate.Auction, we help executors, solicitors and families move from probate granted to property sold, quickly and without stress. Here’s what you need to know.
What Does ‘Probate Granted’ Actually Mean?
It means you now have the legal authority to act. As executor or administrator, you can:
– Access the estate,
– Pay off any debts;
– Sell or transfer property.
Until that Grant lands, nothing moves. But once it’s in your hands, the brakes are off.
So When Can You Sell the Property?
Now. Today. Legally, there’s nothing stopping you. But legally allowed and wisely done aren’t always the same thing.
Why Timing Still Matters
Yes, you can list the house immediately. But how you sell it will shape everything – from final sale price to the stress levels of everyone involved.
Estate Agent Route? Let’s Talk Reality
– Average sale time in the UK in 2024 was 27 weeks. Year to date and at the time of writing, that’s now 28.5 weeks,
– That’s half a year of holding costs, delays, chains and “maybe next week”,
– They also reduced the price on 62% of their listings,
– And only completed on 53% of their deals.
Estate agents often push for touch-ups, viewings, photos, more viewings and then just hope the buyer sticks around. All while the property sits empty, uninsured properly, and slowly deteriorating.
Auction? Different Story
– Fixed sale date,
– Buyers are ready, funds in place,
– Properties sell as they stand,
– No chains, no delays, no endless cleaning and clearing,
– Competitive bidding drives up price, not down.
It’s a straight line from Grant to Sale.
Why Do Some People Still Wait?
Plenty of reasons:
– The house feels emotional
– The family disagrees
– There’s too much stuff
– They think the market will ‘improve’
But here’s the bit no one tells you: waiting usually costs more than it gains. Empty homes attract council tax, leak problems, squatter risks, and lose value faster than most executors realise. Every week you wait is another week of cost and stress.
Our Honest Advice? Move Fast, Sell Smart
You’ve got the Grant? Great. Now is the time to act – not to second-guess or delay.
At Probate.Auction, we specialise in fast, transparent probate sales that don’t compromise on value. No stress. No confusion. Just a clear path to sold.
Summary: When Can You Sell a Probate Property?
– The moment probate is granted,
– You must be the legal executor or administrator,
– Delays cost money, time and peace of mind,
– Auction is faster, often more profitable, and less stressful.
Thinking of Selling?
We offer free auction appraisals and full handling of the process from start to finish.
If probate is granted, the next move is yours.
Let’s get it sold – quickly, cleanly, and with complete transparency.
Article by Mollie Holahan – Social Media & Marketing Manager.
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