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Inherited or own a hoarder house in Queens? You can sell it as-is — belongings and all. Here are your real options, what buyers look at, and how to skip the cleanout.

Selling a tenant-occupied house in the Bronx? Learn what NY law allows in 2026 — lease rules, notice periods, Good Cause Eviction — and how to sell with tenants in place.

If you’ve fallen behind on mortgage payments on a Mount Vernon house, the most important thing to know is this: in New York, foreclosure is a court process, and it takes time — which means you almost certainly have more options than you think. The worst outcome is doing nothing and letting the house go … Continued

Inheriting a house in Yonkers is rarely as simple as receiving keys. Between Westchester County probate, property taxes that keep accruing, an older housing stock that often needs work, and family members who may not agree on what to do, many heirs feel stuck before they start. This guide walks through what actually has to … Continued

If your family just lost someone who owned a home in Queens, one of the first practical questions is almost always the same: how long is this going to take? Maybe there’s a house in Jamaica or Flushing sitting empty, property taxes still due, and siblings spread across three time zones waiting for answers. The … Continued

If you’ve been named — or expect to be named — the administrator of a loved one’s estate, the house is usually the biggest question mark. Maybe there’s a mortgage still being paid, taxes piling up, or siblings asking when it can be sold. So here’s the question we hear most from families across Westchester, … Continued

Sell Your House During Divorce in New York: A Complete Guide Selling your home during a divorce is one of the most emotionally and financially complex decisions you’ll make. In New York, matrimonial property law adds another layer of complexity: both spouses typically have equal rights to the marital home, and the courts have specific … Continued

How to Sell an Inherited House in Westchester County Inheriting a home in Westchester County can feel overwhelming. Between managing probate court proceedings, understanding your options as an executor, and deciding whether to keep or sell the property, the process involves more than a standard real estate transaction. If you’ve inherited property in White Plains, … Continued

Can You Sell a Probate House Before Probate Is Finished in New York? Yes, you can sell a probate house before probate is fully completed in New York — but you need court approval first. The executor or administrator of the estate can petition the Surrogate’s Court for permission to sell real property during the … Continued

Dealing with the loss of a loved one is emotionally challenging enough—without the added stress of navigating probate. If you’ve inherited a property in New York or are managing an estate, understanding the probate timeline is crucial. The truth is, probate in New York typically takes 8 to 18 months on average, though it can … Continued

Inheriting a house in New York can feel overwhelming, especially when you’re dealing with grief, legal paperwork, and the financial burden of maintaining a property you may not want or need. This step-by-step guide walks you through everything you need to know about selling an inherited house in New York—from understanding your legal obligations to … Continued