We buy inherited houses anywhere in the Des Moines metro. Work with executors, out-of-state heirs, multi-sibling estates, and properties tied up in probate. Take what you want from the house. Leave the rest. We handle everything from there.
No pressure. We work on your timeline.
In Iowa, most estates with real property go through probate in district court — in the Des Moines metro, that's typically Polk County District Court. The process is governed by Iowa Code Title XV (probate code).
A few practical points that matter for selling:
If you're not sure where the estate is in the process, that's fine — tell us on the call and we'll point you toward what needs to happen next.
Some inherited houses are perfect candidates for a traditional listing — well-maintained, recently updated, in a desirable neighborhood. Most aren't. Common issues we see in Des Moines-metro estate sales:
Some people call us a week after a parent's funeral; some call two years later when the house has been sitting empty. Either is fine. We don't pressure timing.
We can usually do this with just the executor present — no need to coordinate all the heirs for a showing.
You see the number we'd pay, comps used, and condition adjustments. Bring it to the family. We're happy to answer questions on a follow-up call.
If the estate is mid-probate, we work with the personal representative and probate attorney on court approval. If probate is complete or the property transferred to heirs already, we can close fast.
Confidential. No obligation. Family discussions welcome.