How Our Team Guides Executors Through Every Step Of An Estate Home Sale In Pennsylvania
Being named executor is an honor—and a lot of work. In Pennsylvania, executors must open probate, protect estate assets, pay debts and taxes, and then distribute what is left, which often includes selling a home. Trying to manage that sale alone, while grieving and handling family dynamics, can be overwhelming.
What executors are responsible for when selling a home
Executor‑focused guides explain that the personal representative (executor or administrator) is typically the one who lists and sells the estate property, acting as fiduciary for all beneficiaries. Their responsibilities related to the house usually include:
Securing and insuring the property.
Gathering documents (will, Letters, deed, tax and mortgage statements).
Choosing a qualified real estate agent.
Coordinating repairs, clean‑out, and showings.
Reviewing offers and signing closing documents on behalf of the estate.
Legal resources stress that executors should not attempt this in isolation, but instead work closely with both an estate attorney and a specialized real‑estate team to avoid delays and mistakes.
How the Shaina McAndrews Team supports executors—step by step
The Shaina McAndrews Team has built an estate‑sale process that blends legal coordination (driven by your attorney) with hands‑on real‑estate execution. MontCo Living highlights the team’s estate focus, noting that they keep “everyone informed without feeling overwhelmed” and are routinely trusted by attorneys and financial planners for estate referrals.
For executors, that looks like:
An initial strategy call to review probate status, documents, timelines, and family structure.
A clear preparation plan for clean‑out, light repairs, and staging options tailored to the estate’s budget.
Professional pricing, marketing, and negotiation focused on maximizing net proceeds for the heirs.
Regular updates to you and, when appropriate, your attorney, so everyone stays aligned from listing through closing.
If you have just been named executor and are not sure where to start with the house, partnering with the Shaina McAndrews Team ensures you have an experienced, estate‑savvy guide at your side.
