How to Sell an Inherited Home in Wichita

"How to Sell an Inherited Home in Wichita"

By The Stanton Group, LLC – Real Broker | Wichita, Kansas

Inheriting a home can bring up a mix of emotions—gratitude, grief, confusion, or even stress. And if you’ve recently inherited a property in Wichita, you might be asking:

“What do I do now? Can I sell this home? How does the process work?”

At The Stanton Group, we’ve helped many Wichita-area families navigate the sale of inherited homes with clarity, care, and professionalism. Whether you're selling a loved one’s home in College Hill, Eastborough, Riverside, or anywhere in Sedgwick County, this guide is for you.

🧠 Step 1: Understand Your Legal Authority

Before you can sell, you need to know:

• Who legally owns the property now?

• Has the home gone through probate (if required)?

• Is there a will, trust, or court-appointed executor?

✅ We work closely with local title companies and estate attorneys to ensure all the legal steps are in order before listing.

🧾 Step 2: Review the Home’s Financial Standing

You'll want to determine:

• If there’s an outstanding mortgage

• If property taxes are current

• If there are any liens or judgments against the home

• Whether insurance is still active on the property

🎯 These details impact pricing, timing, and what you’ll walk away with at closing.

🛠 Step 3: Decide What to Do With the Property

Once the estate is legally settled, your options typically include:

• Keeping the home (living in or renting it)

• Selling it as-is

• Making updates or clearing it out before listing

💡 If you're out of town or overwhelmed, we can handle everything from coordinating clean-outs to handyman services through our trusted network.

💸 Step 4: Get a Market Valuation

You may need to know the home’s value for:

• Selling

• Estate accounting

• Probate reporting

• Tax basis adjustments

We’ll provide a free comparative market analysis (CMA) that includes:

• Similar sales in the neighborhood

• Current buyer demand

• As-is vs. improved pricing options

📊 If the home needs work, we’ll show you how to sell for top dollar without over-investing.

🧹 Step 5: Prepare the Home for Sale

Not every inherited home needs a remodel—but most benefit from:

• Decluttering and deep cleaning

• Basic repairs (roof, HVAC, paint)

• Staging key areas for listing photos

• Lawn and landscaping refresh

✨ Our team can help coordinate everything, even if you live out of town.

📢 Step 6: Market the Home to the Right Buyers

We tailor your listing for:

• First-time buyers

• Investors (for as-is or rental potential)

• Families looking for multi-gen homes

• Cash buyers and flippers

Your home will be featured on:

• Zillow, Realtor.com, Google

• Facebook and Instagram

• Our local buyer network and real estate investor groups

🎯 The goal? Get multiple strong offers, with a closing timeline that works for you.

💬 Common Questions We Hear from Heirs:

Do I have to pay capital gains tax?
Not always—your tax basis may reset. We recommend speaking with a CPA for specifics.

Can I sell it if there are multiple heirs?
Yes, but all owners must agree and sign the sale documents.

What if I live out of town?
No problem—we’ve helped out-of-state sellers complete Wichita home sales 100% remotely.

🏁 Selling an Inherited Home Doesn’t Have to Be Overwhelming

We’ll help you navigate every step—from probate coordination and home prep to marketing and closing.

📩 Contact The Stanton Group for a free consultation and market analysis.
Let us help you move forward with care, clarity, and confidence.

The Stanton Group, LLC
Real Broker | Wichita, KS
🗺 Serving Wichita, Derby, Andover, Eastborough, Riverside, College Hill & surrounding areas