Inheriting a home can be a blessing—or a burden—depending on your situation. You might be juggling emotional decisions, dealing with multiple heirs, or living off-island without the ability to manage the process in person.
If you're asking:
Can I sell this house now?
What legal steps are required?
How do I get a fair market price—fast?
You're in the right place. Here's how to legally and efficiently sell an inherited property in Puerto Rico, and why Puerto Rico Real Estate, PSC is the team you want by your side.
Selling an inherited home isn’t as simple as listing it. The first step is completing the inheritance (sucesión) process.
A sucesión legally declares who the rightful heirs are and allows the property to be transferred into their names. This includes:
Drafting an Acta de Notoriedad or Declaratoria de Herederos
Registering the property in the Registry of Property
Updating the CRIM (tax) records
Only after this is completed can the heirs legally sell the property.
Delays happen when:
The property is still in the name of the deceased
One or more heirs are missing or uncooperative
CRIM or Registry records are outdated
Required documents like plano de mensura or title deeds are missing
Puerto Rico Real Estate, PSC works directly with attorneys and notaries to prepare everything before listing—so your sale moves quickly once a buyer is found.
Time is your biggest ally. Starting early means you're not rushed when the right buyer shows up.
We can connect you with reputable local notaries and attorneys to help you begin this step, even if you’re not on the island.
If there are multiple heirs, get written agreement about the plan to sell and who will represent the group. This avoids future conflicts and gives buyers confidence.
You can also assign one heir a Power of Attorney to handle the sale locally.
Collect everything you need ahead of time, including:
Death certificate
Property title or deed
Catastro and CRIM records
Survey (Plano de Mensura)
Inheritance paperwork or acta notarial
We assist in gathering and verifying this documentation before your property is listed.
If the home has been vacant, you’ll want to:
Assess repairs and safety
Clean and declutter
Improve curb appeal
Fix basic issues like leaks, paint, or broken windows
These small efforts can increase your sale price and reduce days on market.
Inherited homes are often priced emotionally. Avoid this mistake.
At Puerto Rico Real Estate, PSC, we conduct a Comparative Market Analysis (CMA) to guide you in setting a competitive, data-driven price that appeals to real buyers.
Buyers from the mainland U.S. and investors are actively seeking property in Puerto Rico—but they need a clear, professional presentation and transparent legal paperwork.
Our team promotes your home with:
MLS listings
Professional photography and drone video
Social media advertising (Facebook, Instagram, YouTube)
Email campaigns and buyer network outreach
We also highlight your home as “Heirship Ready” if the legal process is complete—making buyers feel secure and motivated.
Many heirs live in the U.S. and can’t fly to Puerto Rico multiple times. That’s why our full-service team manages:
Property access
Showings
Buyer questions and negotiations
Coordination with lawyers and notaries
Remote closings via Power of Attorney or digital signing
You don’t have to be on the island to sell your home.
With over a decade of experience helping families sell inherited properties, we’re not just real estate agents—we’re your partners in the process.
✅ Island-wide legal and market knowledge
✅ Experience handling complex inheritance sales
✅ Bilingual communication
✅ Professional valuation and pricing strategy
✅ Remote coordination for off-island sellers
✅ Reputation built on trust and results
"I inherited my grandmother’s home in Bayamón with my siblings. We didn’t even know where to begin. Puerto Rico Real Estate, PSC walked us through the inheritance process, coordinated all the legal work, cleaned up the property, and sold it in 60 days. I never had to fly down!"
– Isabel C., Seller from New Jersey
| Phase | Estimated Duration |
|---|---|
| Inheritance legal process | 4–8 weeks |
| Property prep and documentation | 1–2 weeks |
| Listing to offer received | 15–45 days |
| Contract to closing | 30–45 days |
| Total time | 2–4 months (avg.) |
CRIM Clearance Certificate support
Title verification
Survey updates and referrals
Appraisal coordination
CPA referrals for capital gains tax planning
Let us take the stress out of selling. Whether you’ve already completed the inheritance process or you’re just starting, Puerto Rico Real Estate, PSC can help you every step of the way.
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