The Role of an Executor in Selling a Probate Property

by Johnny Rodriguez

If you’ve been named the executor of a loved one’s estate, it’s a huge honor — but also a huge task.
Handling a probate sale is one of the biggest responsibilities you’ll face, and it can get confusing fast.
This guide explains what an executor actually does during a home sale in probate, and how I make the process smoother for families across North Jersey.

📘 What Is a Probate Sale & Why Is the Executor Important?
A probate sale happens when a deceased person’s home is sold through the court process.
Since the original owner has passed, the title can’t transfer until the court approves it. That’s where you, the executor, come in.

So what is probate sale responsibility for an executor?
You're legally in charge of:

Managing the estate

Handling court paperwork

Overseeing the property sale

Distributing the proceeds properly

🧾 Key Duties of an Executor During a Probate Home Sale
1. File for Probate
The first step is to open probate with the county Surrogate’s Court.
Once you're officially appointed, you can begin the sale process.

2. Secure & Maintain the Property
You may need to change the locks, keep utilities running, or hire someone to maintain the property while it’s being sold.

3. Get the Home Appraised
The court may require an official appraisal. This sets a baseline value and helps determine fair pricing.

4. Choose the Right Realtor (One Who Knows Probate)
This is where I come in. I guide you through:
✅ Market prep
✅ Listing and marketing
✅ Buyer negotiation
✅ Court approvals and timelines
✅ As-is vs. renovated sales

5. Handle Paperwork & Proceeds
As the executor, you'll sign documents, oversee the closing, and ensure sale proceeds are distributed according to the will or court order.

🤝 How I Make an Executor’s Job Easier
You don’t have to carry this alone.
I work with executors and estate attorneys to handle every step of the probate sale real estate process — especially the ones that feel overwhelming.
I help you move forward with:

Custom marketing for inherited homes

Court-compliant contracts

Out-of-state heir coordination

Investor and retail buyer networks

If you're the executor of an estate and unsure where to start, I’ve got your back.
I’m Johnny Rodriguez, North Jersey’s First AI-Certified Realtor, and I specialize in probate sales that take the pressure off families.
📲 Call/Text: 973-390-7319
📍 Serving Passaic, Bergen, Essex & Morris Counties

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