🏠 Inherited a Property
Inherited a Kansas City home? You can sell it as-is for cash — no repairs, no cleaning, no probate delays in most cases. We've closed inherited properties in as little as 13 days.
Inheriting a home feels like a gift until the bills start coming — property taxes, homeowner's insurance, utilities on a vacant house, and the emotional weight of a loved one's belongings. Missouri probate takes 9-12 months through Jackson County Probate Court, but in many cases you don't have to wait that long to sell. We helped one Kansas City family sell an inherited home as-is in less than 13 days, with zero cost to them. No repairs, no cleanout, no realtor commissions. We buy the property exactly as it sits.
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"Ernest made a stressful situation simple. We had an offer in 24 hours and closed in 2 weeks. Couldn't have asked for a better experience."
"We inherited my mother's home and had no idea what to do. Saving KC walked us through every step. Fair price, no games."
"I was behind on taxes and scared of losing my house. Ernest took care of everything. Closed fast and I walked away with cash in hand."
When you're inherited a property, time matters. Here's how a cash sale compares.
| Cash SaleSaving KC | Traditional MLS | |
|---|---|---|
| Timeline to Close | 14 days | 48-71 days (2026 KC avg) |
| Agent Commissions | $0 | 5-6% of sale price |
| Closing Costs to Seller | $0 — we pay all | $3,000-$8,000 typical |
| Repairs Required | None — we buy as-is | Buyers request $5K-$30K+ |
| Showings / Open Houses | 1 private walkthrough | 20-50 showings over months |
| Financing Fall-Through Risk | Zero — cash in hand | 15-20% of deals collapse |
| Back Taxes / Liens | We cover at closing | Seller pays (Jackson Co: $8-10/$100) |
| KC Earnings Tax (E-Tax) | We handle it | Seller responsibility |
| Certainty of Close | Guaranteed — we never back out | No guarantee until closing day |
Not always. Missouri has provisions that allow sale during the probate process with court approval. Many of our inherited-home purchases close before probate is fully settled. We work with your estate attorney at Jackson County Probate Court to make it happen cleanly.
Leave it all. We buy the property as it sits — furniture, appliances, personal items, everything. Take what you want, leave the rest. We've seen it all. You don't owe us a cleanout.
Common situation. All titled heirs need to sign at closing, but we help coordinate the paperwork and timeline even when heirs are in different states. We've worked with families spread across Missouri, Kansas, and well beyond KC.
Yes — repairs don't disqualify you. We buy homes with foundation issues, roof damage, outdated electrical, water damage, and everything in between. Our offer reflects current condition, not what it could be worth after renovation. No repair bill hits you.
No realtor commissions, no fees, no closing costs charged to you. The family we helped sell an inherited home paid exactly zero in costs. The cash offer is what you walk away with.
We can close in as little as 13 days on inherited homes where title is clear. If probate is still open, we work with your timeline. We're flexible — close fast or give yourself more time. Your call.