We’re happy to provide copies for co-heirs, executors, or attorneys as needed.
Inherited Property in Georgia
What to Do When You’ve Inherited a Home
Practical help during an emotional time
Inheriting a home or property can feel overwhelming—especially when you’re also dealing with grief, paperwork, and family dynamics. This guide is designed to slow things down, lay out your options, and help you move forward without rushing or making expensive mistakes.
You’ll see the big picture of what needs to happen—legally, financially, and practically—so you can decide whether to keep, rent, or sell with clarity and confidence.
Inside this guide, you’ll learn:
- The difference between probate, wills, and trusts in a real-estate context.
- What to do first if you’re the executor or personal representative.
- How to handle mortgages, liens, utilities, and insurance on an inherited home.
- Options for keeping, renting, or selling—and the pros and cons of each.
- How to work through disagreements between heirs with a neutral third-party plan.
- What a Georgia agent can (and can’t) do in relation to legal and tax advice.
Who this book is for
This guide is ideal if you:
- Recently inherited a home or will soon be responsible for one.
- Are an executor, personal representative, or key decision-maker.
- Need to coordinate with multiple heirs or family members.
- Want to understand the process before you decide what to do with the property.
How to use this book
Read this guide with a pen in hand. Mark questions for your attorney, your
tax professional, and for us as your real estate advisors. Together, we’ll
build a plan that respects your loved one’s legacy and makes financial sense
for everyone involved.