Many property owners in Puerto Rico find themselves in unique situations—selling a home they’ve inherited or one they co-own with family members, a former spouse, or business partners. The legal, emotional, and logistical complexities of these sales can be overwhelming.
At Puerto Rico Real Estate, PSC, we help sellers tackle these challenges every day. We’ll break down the steps, legal terms, and paperwork required to move from uncertainty to a successful closing.
You inherited a house from a parent, but it’s not yet in your name
You own property with siblings, and not all agree to sell
You divorced, and the house is still titled in both names
The property belongs to an estate that hasn’t gone through probate
Whatever your situation, here’s what you need to know.
Before you can sell any property in Puerto Rico, the title must reflect the legal owner(s). That means:
If the property was inherited, it must go through “Declaratoria de Herederos” (heir declaration) or formal probate
If multiple owners exist, all must consent to the sale
The property must be registered in the name(s) of the current legal owner(s) at the Registro de la Propiedad
If the deceased left no will, Puerto Rico law dictates the heirs by default. A court will issue a declaration of heirs to identify who inherits the property.
If the deceased left a will, it must be probated through court to verify its validity and assign ownership.
Puerto Rico Real Estate, PSC can refer you to experienced probate attorneys to speed up and simplify the legal process.
Selling a shared property requires agreement from all titled owners. If even one person refuses to sign:
The sale cannot proceed
A judicial partition or private buyout may be necessary
We help our clients mediate and communicate with other co-owners, present fair market valuations, and avoid unnecessary court action.
Even if a home is under one spouse’s name, Puerto Rico’s community property laws may require spousal consent for the sale—especially if the property was acquired during the marriage.
Before listing, we’ll help confirm:
Whether both spouses need to sign
If a marriage certificate or prenuptial agreement applies
What’s required to document marital status legally
Even if you have a will or court ruling in hand, the property must still be registered under your name (or all co-owners) before a notary can prepare the Escritura de Compraventa (Deed of Sale).
Any missing surveys or debts must be resolved
Your name must match official ID and CRIM records
The notary will not proceed without this update
We coordinate with title attorneys, notaries, and registry experts to ensure everything is compliant.
Inherited and jointly owned properties may have:
Outstanding CRIM (property taxes)
Unpaid HOA dues
Transfer tax implications for non-residents or foreign heirs
We handle all clearance certifications, payment arrangements, and calculations of any applicable capital gains tax for the sale.
Because selling inherited or jointly owned property isn’t simple. But we make it manageable, legal, and profitable.
Here’s how:
| What We Do | Your Benefit |
|---|---|
| ✅ Guide you through inheritance or title complications | No legal surprises |
| ✅ Coordinate with notaries, lawyers, CRIM, and heirs | Faster, smoother sales |
| ✅ Help secure co-owner or spousal approvals | Minimize disputes |
| ✅ Prepare your listing professionally | Maximize your sale value |
| ✅ Support off-island sellers remotely | Seamless remote closings |
"My siblings and I inherited a home from our father. We didn’t know where to start—some of us were off-island, others didn’t agree. Puerto Rico Real Estate, PSC handled everything: probate attorney, CRIM, marketing, and got us to closing. Highly recommend."
— Carmen M., Caguas
Q: What if the property is still in my late relative’s name?
A: It must go through inheritance or probate court before it can be sold. We’ll connect you with the right professionals.
Q: Can I sell if one co-owner doesn’t want to?
A: Not without agreement or a court order. We’ll help explore mediation or partition options.
Q: Can I sign from outside Puerto Rico?
A: Yes! We routinely manage remote closings with power of attorney and secure notarization.
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