Inheriting a house usually happens at the worst possible time: you're grieving, and suddenly there's a property to deal with, too. Here's where I tell families to start: 1️⃣ Secure it. Lock it up and call the insurance company. Vacant homes often need different coverage. 2️⃣ Find out what's owed. Is there a mortgage, liens, back taxes? 3️⃣ Talk to an estate attorney about probate before you sign anything. 4️⃣ Don't start clearing it out or selling items until the estate is settled. 5️⃣ Learn your options: keep it, rent it, list it, or sell it as-is. There's no wrong answer, only the one that fits your family. Save this for later or share it with someone who's going through it. 🙏 (General information, not legal advice. Every estate is different.) #inheritedproperty #estateplanning #probate #pennsylvania #yorkpa #realestatetips