Author: Patrick Wilkinson
The probate process for a house in Salem – don’t get shortchanged
The buying and selling of real estate is big business in any economy in the world. As a population increases, people need more houses in which to live, and businesses need offices and factories in which to grow their workforce. Despite this fact of life, real estate transactions can still be very risky propositions, especially … Continued
I Inherited a House Should I rent or sell?
First, we’re so sorry for your loss. This can be a very challenging time for many reasons, and dealing with property ownership is tough at the best of times. You’re thinking, “I inherited a house Should I rent or sell ?” How should I sell it? Tons of options open for you, but… … we … Continued
Selling Your Home During a Divorce
If you’re wondering about the ins and outs of selling your home during a divorce in Salem … we’ll dive into the steps and things to look out for in this article. While our team always wishes that all marriages could be reconciled, the reality is sometimes they are not. With the very sobering statistic that … Continued
How to Sell a House You Inherited in Salem – the reality behind probate
Selling an inherited home in VA is not as easy as most people would think! Read on to learn how to sell a house you inherited in Salem VA… Cross Properties, Inc., lead by Patrick Wilkinson, has been helping families deal with and sell inherited homes since 1996. Here are some great tips that will … Continued
4 No Stress Tips for Preparing to Sell an Inherited Property in Salem
Thinking about selling your inherited house? There are a lot of pitfalls to consider which may distract you, and stress you out. In this blog post, you’ll read about the 4 no stress tips for preparing to sell an inherited property in Salem so you can sell it easily, with no hassle. Selling a house … Continued
Can a house be sold while in probate in Salem VA?
Probate is the process by which an executor (or personal representative) reassigns the property to the beneficiaries through the courts after the property owner dies. When a person passes away they leave their loved ones and their property behind. Sometimes the Last Will and Testament is left behind to instruct everyone as to how the … Continued
Tax consequences when selling a house I inherited in Salem
Inheriting a home is a pretty sweet experience, yet bitter at the same time… You are sometimes left with a property from which, if you sell, you can use the money to improve your life. However, you are still mourning the loss of a loved one. So you may tend to ask yourself at this … Continued
What happens when you inherit a house in VA?
Inheriting a house is one of the few big surprises that life sometimes brings us. But what happens when you inherit a house in Salem, VA? As much as you may want to keep an inherited house, sometimes you may be forced to consider putting it up for sale. Well, selling an inherited house can … Continued
How an iBuyer Compares To A Local Home Buyer in Salem
iBuyers are a relatively new option when it comes to selling your home, and we have noticed, here at Cross Properties, a considerable slowing trend in the buying patterns of these large companies. iBuyers sometimes provide a quick option if you need to sell as soon as possible, but they are not the only option. … Continued