Your Options

Sell As-Is

• What it involves: The home is sold in its current condition — no cleanout, no repairs, no preparing for showings. A buyer purchases it as it stands.
 
• Who it tends to fit: Families who live far away, estates that need to settle sooner, or homes that need more work than the family wants to take on.
 
• Typical timeline: Often the fastest path — once the estate is ready, a sale can close in a matter of weeks.
 
• The honest trade-off: Convenience has a cost. As-is buyers price in the work they'll take on, so the price is usually lower than a prepared home would bring.

Fix & Sell

• What it involves: The home is cleaned out, needed repairs are handled, and it's presented properly before going on the  market.
 
• Who it tends to fit: Families with the time to do it right, and a home where modest work returns more than
it costs.
 
• Typical timeline: Weeks to a few months of preparation, then a normal sale.
 
• The honest trade-off: More time and coordination up front — in exchange for the strongest price the  market will pay. We can help coordinate the cleanout, the trades, and the sale, start to finish.

Keep & Rent

• What it involves: The family keeps the property and rents it out, turning it into ongoing income.

• Who it tends to fit: Families not ready to let the home go, or where holding it makes financial sense.

• Typical timeline: No sale timeline — but the home needs to be rental-ready, and someone needs to manage
it.

• The honest trade-off: Rent brings income, but also landlord responsibilities and long-term decisions among
heirs. We will run the rental numbers with you, honestly.

The Pezzano Group

At The Pezzano Group, we understand that inheriting a home can come with both emotional and financial challenges. Whether you're navigating the probate process, deciding whether to sell or keep the property, or simply unsure where to start, we're here to help. As a family-run real estate team with extensive knowledge of the Greater Boston market, we take a straightforward, solutions-focused approach to helping families understand their options and make informed decisions. Our goal is to simplify the process, take the stress off your shoulders, and help you move forward with confidence.

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FAQ

 What does this cost?

Nothing to talk with us, get the guide, or have us lay out your options. If you decide to sell with us, we explain exactly what it costs before you sign anything — no surprises.

What happens after I submit the form?

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Do I have to clean out the house or fix it up first?

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