Sell an inherited or estate house in Toronto — as-is, for cash
Settling an estate is hard enough. We buy inherited homes across the GTA exactly as they are — contents and all — on a timeline that works around probate and your family.
Selling an estate property shouldn’t become a second full-time job
When a parent or relative passes away, the family home often comes with a long list of decisions: who will handle the sale, what to do with decades of belongings, whether to repair or update the house, and how to coordinate with siblings who may live in different cities — or different countries.
As an estate trustee (executor), you also have legal duties to the beneficiaries. Leaving a house empty for months can create real costs and risks: many home insurance policies limit coverage when a home sits vacant for more than about 30 days, property taxes and utilities keep adding up, and in Toronto a Vacant Home Tax may apply to homes left unoccupied for more than six months in a year unless an exemption applies.
Fair House Buyers gives estates a simple alternative. We make a fair written cash offer, buy the home as-is with the contents inside, and set a closing date that allows time for the Certificate of Appointment of Estate Trustee if one is required. Your estate lawyer handles the paperwork, and the proceeds are paid into the estate through the lawyers’ trust accounts.
A simpler way forward
Here’s how a direct cash sale to Fair House Buyers takes the pressure off.
Timing around probate
Agree on terms now and close when the estate is ready — we’re used to probate timelines.
Leave the contents
Take the keepsakes and leave the rest. We handle the furniture, clutter and clean-out.
No repairs or updates
Dated kitchens, old furnaces and original wiring are all fine. We buy it as-is.
Out-of-town executors
Everything can be handled remotely with your lawyer, including signing documents.
Fair for every beneficiary
A transparent, documented offer that’s easy to share and explain to the family.
Patience and respect
We understand this is personal. No pressure — ever.
Three simple steps
Tell us about your home
Call 905-497-5534 or complete our short form. It takes about two minutes and there is no obligation.
2 minutesGet a fair cash offer
We review your property and recent comparable sales, walk through the home with you, then present a clear written cash offer.
Within 24 hoursClose on your timeline
Accept the offer, choose your closing date and get paid through a licensed Ontario real estate lawyer. It really is that simple.
As little as 7 daysFrequently asked questions
Straight answers, no fine print. Still unsure? Call us — we’re happy to talk it through.
All frequently asked questionsCan I sell an inherited house before probate is complete?
In many cases you can start — get an offer and agree on terms — while the estate is being settled, then set a closing date that allows time for the Certificate of Appointment of Estate Trustee if one is required. Whether probate is needed depends on how the property was owned and what the will says, so your estate lawyer should confirm.
Do all of the beneficiaries have to agree to the sale?
Generally the estate trustee named in the will has the authority to sell, but it’s wise to keep beneficiaries informed. Our transparent offer breakdown makes it easier to show everyone the sale is fair. Your estate lawyer can advise on your specific situation.
What happens to everything left inside the house?
Remove anything you’d like to keep — family photos, heirlooms, documents — and leave the rest. We take care of the furniture, belongings and clean-out after closing at no cost to the estate.
Are there taxes when an estate sells a house?
Possibly. Estate Administration Tax and capital gains rules can apply depending on the situation, for example whether the home was the deceased’s principal residence. Because every estate is different, we always recommend speaking with the estate’s lawyer and accountant.
Other situations we can help with
Power of Sale & Arrears
Behind on mortgage payments? Sell fast and protect your equity and credit.
Divorce & Separation
A fair, neutral cash offer both parties can agree on — and move forward.
Rentals & Tenant Issues
Sell with tenants in place. No showings, no N12s, no LTB headaches.
Relocating or Downsizing
Moving for work, family or retirement? Close on the date that suits you.
Fire, Water & Major Damage
We buy homes with fire, flood, mould, foundation or structural issues.
Sell As-Is, No Repairs
Outdated, cluttered or needs work? Leave it exactly as it is.
Ready to take the house off your list?
Get a fair, no-obligation cash offer within 24 hours. No commissions, no repairs, no showings. Just a simple, respectful sale on your terms.