We don't believe every inherited property should be sold the same way. Augusta can buy directly, or help you sell another way, depending on what works best for you. Before you decide, we set out what each route costs, how long it takes, and which one fits your situation.
Our approach
What is Augusta's approach to inherited property?
Augusta Probate was built around a simple idea: people selling inherited property should understand their options before choosing a route. We help executors and beneficiaries make sense of the property, the sale process and any complications, then work with them to find the most suitable way forward.
Our role is to help you understand the best way to sell, before you commit to a route.
Valuations
How does Augusta value an inherited property?
A fair valuation starts with understanding the property properly. We look at local market data, condition, likely demand and any issues that could affect the sale, so you have a clearer picture of what the property is worth and what your options are.
The alternative
When does selling directly to Augusta make sense?
Selling on the open market can be the right choice for some inherited properties. For others, the time, uncertainty, repairs or risk of a chain make a direct sale more attractive.
- No estate agent fees
Sell directly to Augusta and there are no estate agent commissions to pay.
- No property chain
When Augusta buys directly, there is no onward buyer or mortgage chain behind the sale.
- No need to renovate
We can buy the property as it is, so you do not need to repair, decorate or prepare it for market first.
- Flexible completion
We can work around the estate's timescale and agree a completion date that suits your situation.
Condition
Will Augusta buy a property that needs work?
Yes. We regularly deal with inherited properties that need repairs, clearance or significant renovation. If the condition makes a normal sale difficult, we can assess whether selling directly to Augusta or taking another route is likely to make more sense.
Coverage
Where does Augusta buy property?
We help executors and beneficiaries sell inherited property across England and Wales, from city centres and suburban streets to rural locations. Wherever the property is, we can review the situation and explain the next steps.
Executor duties
Does Augusta understand an executor's legal duties?
Selling an inherited property can involve extra legal and practical responsibilities. We understand the probate process and work with executors to make the property sale simpler while respecting the estate’s legal obligations.
Professional network
Who else does Augusta work with?
Inherited property sales often involve more than one professional. We work alongside probate solicitors, surveyors, clearance specialists, renovation contractors and estate professionals to help keep the sale moving.
- The professionals we work alongside
- Probate solicitors
- Surveyors
- Property clearance specialists
- Renovation contractors
- Estate professionals
Solicitors and agents acting on an estate can read how we work with estate professionals, and how we handle a complex estate covers the files that reach us after another buyer has walked away.
Being straight about it
When is selling to Augusta the right answer?
Selling directly to Augusta suits some estates better than others. It can be a good fit when speed, certainty or simplicity matter more than testing the property on the wider market.
- The estate needs to settle quickly
Executors under time pressure, an IHT deadline, a mortgage still running, beneficiaries waiting, get a fixed date rather than an open-ended marketing period.
- The property needs significant work
Nothing has to be repaired, cleared or decorated first, and a survey cannot reduce or collapse the price after the fact.
- Nobody wants to manage the property
Beneficiaries at a distance, or with no appetite for insurance, maintenance and viewings, hand the whole thing over.
- A simpler transaction matters more than the last few per cent
One buyer, no chain, no agent, one completion date.
What families say
What do executors and beneficiaries say about Augusta?
Rated 5 out of 5
Augusta is run by a former solicitor, so the process is professional from first contact to completion. They understand probate timelines, can deal with unexpected title issues, and unlike other cash buyers, always complete on time as promised.
Asim Aslam Solicitor, Lester Dominic SolicitorsRated 5 out of 5
We've sold several probate properties to Augusta over the past few months. Krish is straightforward to deal with, and his background in both property and law means he handles complications other buyers can't.
Auction Specialist IamsoldRated 5 out of 5
I inherited a house I didn't have the time or energy to deal with. It was located in Liverpool and I live far away – in Cornwall. It was also in very poor condition following a burst pipe over winter and would not have passed a survey. Augusta gave me a fair offer, paid the legal fees, and completed within a month. They did everything they said they would and were very easy to deal with!
Sarah M Executor, CornwallReviews left independently are on our Trustpilot profile.
Case studies
What do real probate property sales look like?
Every probate property situation is different. Our case studies show how executors and families across England have resolved inherited property decisions using different approaches.
Read case studies
What happens next
Not sure how best to sell the property?
Tell us about the property and what matters to you. We’ll help you understand the options, whether that means selling directly to Augusta or taking another route.
Talk through your options