You've inherited a property. We can help you sell it — calmly, fairly, and on your timeline.
Dealing with an inherited property after losing someone is hard. The paperwork, the empty house, the decisions you didn't choose to make. We work with families across Glasgow and the Central Belt who need a clear, respectful way to sell — without the pressure, the viewings, or the long wait.
First — we're sorry for your loss. Inheriting a property after a bereavement is one of the most stressful things a family can go through, and we don't want to add to that. Most of the families who come to us have already spent weeks (sometimes months) trying to figure out the right next step. This page is here to help you think it through clearly, at your pace. There's no urgency from our side.
If any of these sound familiar, we can probably help.
The property is empty and costs are mounting
Council tax, insurance, utilities, security — an empty inherited property typically costs £200–£400 a month just to keep standing.
It needs work no one has the appetite for
Decades of wear, dated kitchen and bathroom, maybe damp or a rewire needed. Nobody in the family wants to project-manage a refurb.
Multiple beneficiaries, mixed views
Some siblings want to sell now. Others would rather wait. A clean cash sale removes most of the moving parts.
You live far from the property
Estate agents need viewings, photo shoots, key handovers. A single transaction with one buyer is far simpler.
There are tenants in place
The deceased was a landlord. Tenants are paying, possibly long-standing. We buy with tenants in situ.
Confirmation is still being processed
You can't formally sell until confirmation is granted, but you can get clear on your route while you wait.
Selling an inherited property in Scotland — the practical steps.
Selling an inherited property in Scotland is slightly different from England, and a lot of online advice misses the Scottish specifics. Here's the basic sequence.
Step 1 — Confirmation
The Scottish equivalent of probate. The executor applies to the Sheriff Court for a "grant of confirmation" — the legal authority to deal with the deceased's assets. Until confirmation is granted, you can't legally complete a property sale, though you can start the conversation and agree a route. Typical timeline: 4–12 weeks.
Step 2 — Property valuation and route decision
While confirmation is processing, this is the right time to think about how to sell. Three routes typically apply:
- Cash sale — fastest, cleanest, typically 75–85% of market value.
- Assisted sale — we refurbish at our cost, sell at market value, split the uplift. Usually nets significantly more than a cash sale if the property needs work.
- Open market — full market value if it sells, but 3–9 months of viewings, agent fees, and uncertainty.
We'll model all three for your specific property — no pressure to pick ours.
Step 3 — Home Report (or not)
Open-market sales in Scotland require a Home Report. For a cash sale to us, it's not needed. For an assisted sale, we organise and pay for it.
Step 4 — Missives
Once confirmation is granted and you've agreed a price and route, your solicitor and ours exchange formal letters. Once concluded, the sale is legally binding — no gazumping, no last-minute pull-outs.
Step 5 — Settlement and funds
Settlement date is whatever you choose. We can complete in 14 days from confirmation, or wait months. On settlement day, your solicitor releases the title, ours releases the funds, and the money lands in the estate's bank account.
Tax — a brief note
We're not tax advisors, but the basics: Inheritance Tax is handled at the estate level. Capital Gains Tax may apply if the value rises between the date of death and the date of sale. For most inherited properties sold within a reasonable timeframe, CGT is straightforward or nil. A short conversation with the estate solicitor or an accountant is worth having.
A few things we do differently with inherited properties.
We work with your solicitor, not around them
You don't need to change solicitors. We work with whichever firm is handling the estate.
We can wait for confirmation
Confirmation can take 4–12 weeks. We can agree everything in principle and hold the offer until it's granted.
One point of contact
If there are multiple beneficiaries, you nominate one contact. We don't pester everyone individually.
We don't push for fast decisions
Some families decide in a week. Others need three months. We hold our offer for a reasonable period and don't chase.
We handle the practical bits — including clearing the property
You take what's sentimental and leave the rest. No need to clear the house before sale.
We'll tell you when an assisted sale is the better route
For inherited properties needing work, an assisted sale often nets the family £15k–£40k more.
Illustrative example — G42.
The situation
Three siblings inherited their mother's home after she passed in early 2025. Two-bed mid-terrace ex-council in Govanhill, in the family since the 1970s. The property hadn't been updated since the early 90s. Two of the three siblings lived in England. They'd been quoted £85,000 by a national cash buyer.
What we suggested
An assisted sale. After a £28,000 refurb the property would resell at around £147,500. The family's "as-is" agreed price was £85,000. The uplift after refurb and selling fees was split 50/50.
What happened
Refurb took 9 weeks. Property sold in 4 weeks on the open market with a Home Report we paid for. Family received £99,000 in total — £14,000 more than the cash offer they'd been about to accept. They didn't pay for anything or project-manage anything.
Illustrative example for educational purposes — not a real client. Every situation is different.
What the first conversation actually looks like.
Lots of people put off calling because they don't know what to expect. Here's the honest answer: it's a conversation, not a sales call.
We usually start by asking three things: where the property is, what condition it's in, and what's going on for the family. That last one matters because the right route depends on it — a family that needs to settle the estate within 8 weeks has different priorities to one that's been holding the property for two years.
From there we'll ask about the basics — number of bedrooms, any major works needed, whether there are tenants — and we'll be honest about what we'd typically offer. If a cash sale is the right route, we'll say so. If an assisted sale would net you more, we'll suggest that. If we think the open market is actually the better option, we'll tell you that too — and we won't charge you for the advice.
The whole conversation usually takes 10–15 minutes. We don't ask for personal financial information. We don't ask you to sign anything. We don't book a follow-up unless you want one.
Questions families ask us about inherited property.
Do I need to wait for confirmation before talking to you?
No. Most families come to us before confirmation is granted. We can value the property, agree a route in principle, and have everything ready to go for the moment confirmation arrives.
The will names me as executor — what does that mean?
As executor you have legal responsibility for the estate, including selling the property, paying debts, and distributing proceeds per the will. Your solicitor handles the formal paperwork. Selling to us, you'd typically sign as executor.
There are five of us in the family — do you need everyone to sign?
Typically only the executor signs the formal sale documents, but most families want all beneficiaries to agree to the route before we proceed. We're happy to wait while you have that conversation.
Will you buy a property that's still full of belongings?
Yes. Many inherited properties are. You take what's sentimental and we handle the rest after completion.
What if the property has tenants?
We buy tenanted inherited properties regularly. If tenants are paying and you'd like them to stay, we can usually buy with them in situ.
Is there any tax I should worry about?
We're not tax advisors but the short answer: Inheritance Tax is handled at the estate level. Capital Gains Tax may apply if the property's value rises significantly between date of death and date of sale — for most properties sold within a reasonable timeframe, this is small or nil.
How long does the whole process take, from first call to money in the bank?
It depends mostly on confirmation. If confirmation has been granted: 14–28 days. If you're still waiting: typically 6–14 weeks total.
What if I want a higher offer than the cash route?
Then an assisted sale is probably the right route. For inherited properties needing work, this typically nets the family £15,000–£40,000 more than a cash offer.
I'm not ready to talk yet. Can I just read more?
Of course. Take your time. Our cash purchase and assisted sale pages go deeper. When you're ready to talk, we'll be here.
Inherited property in a specific area?
When you're ready, we're here.
A 15-minute conversation will give you a clear sense of your options. No pressure, no obligation, no pushy follow-ups.