Allison Demchenko - Realtor

Have you noticed a market shift? The spring frenzy is cooling, but the summer surge is here and it’s reshaping what buyers and sellers can expect.

🏡 Selling an Inherited Property in Pennsylvania? 🏡
📜 Are you Sure the Title is Clear to Sell?📜
As a Pennsylvania realtor specializing in probate sales, I’ve seen tangled titles (when ownership isn’t clear) delay or derail settlements. To better ensure a smooth sale, take these steps:

Verify Ownership Through Probate: Check if the deed is still in the deceased’s name. If so, work with an executor and the county Register of Wills to probate the estate and update the deed to the rightful heir(s) per PA law.

Search for Liens or Encumbrances: Visit your county Recorder of Deeds or hire a title company to confirm no liens, mortgages, or judgments cloud the title (common hurdles in PA sales).

Ensure Taxes Are Paid: Contact the county treasurer to verify all property taxes are current; unpaid taxes can block a sale or lead to a tax lien under PA’s Real Estate Tax Sale Law.

By addressing these steps proactively, you can safeguard your property's marketability and prevent unexpected challenges at the settlement table.🧭For personalized guidance through the probate process and to ensure your property's title is clear, feel free to reach out. Let's make your real estate journey seamless and successful, and as stress free as possible.

Sellers in Philly, Inventory’s climbing 📈 8,995 homes are on the market as of this month, up 4.6% from last year. I’m tracking every move in Philadelphia and surrounding counties, and now is your shot to stand out before the spring rush hits. Message me to nail down a strategy that maximizes your sale and outpaces the competition!