I’ve inherited a house….now what?
It’s a question many face when they suddenly inherit a house without any prior knowledge on the situation. In this article, We’ll talk and things you need to consider if you’ve inherited a house.
Inheriting a house can be a fortune for some and a headache for others. There are several things you can do when you’ve inherited a house: move in, sell it, or rent it.
But there are also many other implications you might have to consider, such as inheriting a house with a mortgage, paying taxes on an inherited house and tax implications.
First Step:
Decide whether you want to sell, rent it, or move in when you’ve inherited a house. If you don’t wish to do anything with the property, you can also disclaim it – scroll to the bottom to find out how to disclaim your inherited property.
Second step: Read the will
Does the deceased have a valid will? Are you fully aware of everything the deceased is offering? If you’re not sure how to proceed, it’s always best to consult with a professional.
If the will is not valid, the court will follow the state laws of intestacy.
I inherited a house and decided to sell it. What do I have to do?
When deciding to sell your inherited house, here are the first steps you need to take:
- Verify your ownership.
- Get advice from a professional.
- See a tax advisor.
- Check out the state of the house.
Does the house need an upgrade get it sellable? Are there some improvements you need to make? Does the exterminator need to be called? Make an inventory of all items and note down all problems that need fixing. Then, get in touch with all necessary professionals that will help you sell your house and give you the best quote. Please note that in most cases, especially when dealing with real estate agents, this could take months, depending on the state of your house.
Do you wish to sell your house FAST to a cash buyer? Give me a call and I’ll give you a quote inquickly – we are happy to accept houses that need repairs.
I inherited a house with a mortgage. Help!
Inheriting a house with a mortgage instantly brings up a lot of questions that sometimes remain unanswered and resolve in long-term complications. Here’s what you should know:
A house with a mortgage can be inherited just like any other property.
What you need to do is make arrangements to pay off the mortgage and look into property taxes. If you’re inheriting your parent’s home you might need to live in the home and make required payments, however, if you intend to assume the mortgage, you can also keep it in the deceased relative’s name.
And of course, make sure you consult your lawyers and financial advisors.
Do I pay taxes when I inherited a house?
Selling you’ve inherited a house can mean that you will may have to pay income or inheritance taxes if you made a profit while a loss during the sale could mean a tax deduction. There are plenty of tax implications that can come with an inherited house, so make sure to consult with your financial and tax adviser.
How do I disclaim an inherited property?
There are several reasons why someone might not want to do anything with their inherited house – not even bother with the process of selling it.
Reasons to disclaim an inherited property:
- High real estate taxes.
- Avoiding responsibility of the deceased’s legal past.
- Give it to another family member.
- Other personal reasons.
Inherited property disclaimer requirements:
- It needs to be done in writing.
- It needs to be disclaimed within nine months of the deceased’s passing.
- No benefits should be made when disclaiming the property.
- The assets cannot be passed indirectly to the person disclaiming the property.
Thinking of renting after you’ve inherited a house?
Becoming a landlord comes with plenty of headaches, especially with New York’s horrible (for landlords) tenant laws.
Ready to sell your house? Sell it to a house-buying company. This gives you the best of both worlds! You won’t have to worry about any repairs, you save on commission costs and you can receive a quote right away.
Bob Will Buy It gives you a cash offer quickly and you can close quicker than putting it on the market.
We buy houses in Dutchess County and we pay cash!
If you need to sell your Dutchess County area house fast and would like to get a no-obligation cash offer, call us now at (845) 846-SOLD. Whether you decide to sell your house to us or not, we would like to help answer questions you might have about the process.