True Confessions: Selling a Home in an Estate or Trust

In today’s True Confessions with Your Trusted Real Estate Professionals, we’re talking about a topic that many families face at some point — selling a home that’s part of an estate or trust.

In 2025 alone, our team has represented six sellers in these types of transactions. Whether you’re a personal representative, a trustee, or a family member helping manage an estate, the process can feel complex and emotional — but you don’t have to navigate it alone.

Common Questions We Hear

If you’re handling an estate sale, you may be wondering:

• Does this property need to go through probate?

• What documents do I need for a personal representative’s deed?

• When can I actually sign the listing agreement?

• How does the process work if I haven’t lived in the home — or if it’s been many years since I have?

These are all valid and important questions, and each situation can look a little different. Some estate sales are managed by individual family members, while others involve banks, attorneys, or trust officers. We’ve worked with them all — helping ensure every legal, financial, and logistical step is handled smoothly.

Our Approach

At the Reed Estate Team, we bring the same level of professionalism, empathy, and tenacious service to every estate or trust sale we handle. We understand that these transactions are about more than just selling a property — they’re about honoring someone’s legacy while guiding families through an important transition.

Whether you’re working directly with an attorney, coordinating with a financial institution, or managing the estate yourself, we’re here to:

• Help you understand the process and required documentation

• Coordinate with your legal and financial representatives

• Provide market insights to maximize the home’s value

• Handle the sale with compassion and precision from start to finish

 If you or someone you know is selling a property held in an estate or trust, reach out to the Reed Estate Team. We’d be honored to be your trusted real estate professionals through every step of the process.