When selling probate property in London, most estate agents will gladly give you a brochure, nod politely, and leave you to deal with a complicated legal process they hardly understand.
At London Estate Agency, we do things differently—because we know what we’re doing. We’re not here to play nice with other agents who claim to help with probate but lack the experience or infrastructure.
We’re here to outperform, out-deliver, and outclass the so-called “experts” of London’s estate market.
Why Most London Estate Agents Get Probate Sales Wrong
Most agents treat probate property like any other residential sale. That’s where they fail.
Probate is not a standard property transaction—it comes with a legal framework, sensitive timelines, and grieving families who need clarity, not confusion.
These are the facts:
Most agents don’t know how to read a Grant of Probate.
They rarely liaise properly with solicitors or executors.
They can’t advise on tax implications, IHT issues, or vacant property insurance.
They delay listings due to ignorance about selling ‘subject to probate’.
In contrast, London Estate Agency has created an in-house probate solution that delivers start-to-finish efficiency, empathy, and expertise.
We don’t wait for grants, we prepare marketing and get buyer interest early, ensuring you’re ready when probate is issued.
We Work With Executors, Solicitors & Administrators Seamlessly
Unlike most estate agents who ghost you after an instruction, we communicate proactively with all relevant parties involved in the probate process. That includes:
Executors
Beneficiaries
Solicitors
Trustees
We understand the emotional and administrative burden on families and are trained to handle sensitive scenarios.
Whether you’re local or managing an estate from abroad, we ensure you’re informed, advised, and supported from start to finish.
Realistic Valuations, Not Overpromising Nonsense
Other agents will inflate your probate property’s value just to win your instruction—then reduce the price two months later.
This dishonest tactic costs families thousands in lost time and buyer trust.
London Estate Agency delivers precise, realistic valuations based on up-to-date sales data and actual probate buyer behaviour.
We understand the target market for probate properties: developers, cash buyers, landlords, and sometimes even families looking for refurbishments.
Our valuations are honest. Our marketing? Relentless.
Our Probate Marketing Strategy Leaves Other Agents in the Dust
We don’t slap your probate property on Rightmove and hope for the best. We use a strategic, multi-channel approach explicitly designed for probate assets, including:
Targeted advertising to probate cash buyers and developers
Google SEO & PPC marketing strategies to capture organic probate interest
Video walkthroughs and drone photography for remote buyers
Open days and block viewings to generate buzz and competition
Private probate investor network with over 500 active contacts
Where other agents waste your time with uninterested window shoppers, we bring serious offers to the table—fast.
We Offer In-House Tenant Evictions, Refurb Advice, & EPC Compliance
Many probate properties have complications: tenants in situ, outdated EPCs, dilapidation, or squatters. Other agents will tell you to “sort it out” before they can sell it. Not us.
We offer:
In-house tenant eviction and notice serving
EPC assessments & upgrades
Refurbishment consultations
Vacant property clearance
Weekly property inspections for probate insurance compliance
We are not just an agent. We are your full-service probate partner.
Faster Completions, Better Buyers, More Money
Because we understand the probate process inside-out, we don’t allow delays or false starts. From pre-marketing to completion, we keep the momentum going with:
Weekly vendor updates
Offer vetting and proof of funds
Solicitor collaboration and sale tracking
Chain-free, reliable buyers
The result? We sell probate properties quicker, with fewer fall-throughs, and better net outcomes than most agents in London.
Why Probate Sales Need a Specialist—Not Just Another High Street Cowboy
The probate process isn’t just about finding a buyer. It’s about managing legal deadlines, beneficiary expectations, and property liabilities.
High street agents have no clue how to guide you through that.
They’ll nod and smile until things get complicated—then disappear.
We don’t run. We resolve.
At London Estate Agency, we handle the legal complexity, the property logistics, and the emotional weight of probate with professionalism, speed, and absolute focus.
Your property gets sold. Your stress gets handled.
Frequently Asked Questions About Selling Probate Property in London
Do I need a Grant of Probate before selling?
No. You can market the property “subject to probate.” We advise starting early to line up buyers before the grant is issued.
How long does a probate sale take in London?
On average, 8-12 weeks, but we often close less with chain-free cash buyers and early preparation.
Can you help with properties that have tenants or are in poor condition?
Yes. We handle tenant notices, clearances, and even refurbishment advice if needed.
Will I have to deal with solicitors and legal documents?
Yes, but we liaise with solicitors directly and guide you through every step, so you’re not alone.
What if I live abroad or out of London?
Not a problem. We’ve worked with international executors and long-distance sellers. We manage everything remotely and securely.
Do you charge upfront fees?
Not. No sale, no fee. Transparent, fair, and honest.
If you’re tired of empty promises, overpriced listings, and clueless agents who barely understand probate—then it’s time to instruct real experts.
We’re not just the best estate agent for probate in London—we’re the only one that delivers what others claim.
Contact us today via londonestateagency.co.uk, and let’s get your probate property sold—quickly, profitably, and professionally.
