Court-Appointable • Licensed & Insured • South Florida

Probate and Inherited Property Services: Rent, Manage, or Sell

We secure, manage, rent, and sell estate properties across Palm Beach, Broward, and Miami-Dade counties. We can even advance the property’s expenses, so the estate pays nothing out of pocket until it earns income or sells.

450+ Properties Managed
Licensed FL Brokerage
20+ Years in South Florida

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(561) 944-2992

No Out-of-Pocket Costs: We Advance the Property’s Expenses

A house in probate still generates bills every month: insurance, utilities, lawn care, repairs, and general upkeep. Many heirs and estates simply do not have the cash on hand to carry a property for the 6 to 12 months that probate can take, and a neglected property loses value fast in the South Florida climate.

Luxury Property Care solves this with a program almost no property management company offers. Under a written agreement, and with court approval where applicable, we advance the property’s necessary expenses ourselves. Every fee and advance is fully documented and audited, collected first from rental income, and any balance the rent does not cover is settled as an expense of the sale at closing. That means:

Cash home buyers solve the “no money” problem by buying inherited houses at steep discounts. We solve it by carrying the property for you, preserving its value, and selling it on the open market when the estate is ready.

Everything We Handle, In One Place

Service What It Means for You Upfront Cost
Secure & Preserve Property secured, inspected, documented, and maintained from day one $0
Expense Advances We cover insurance, utilities, repairs, and upkeep; reimbursed from rent or at closing $0
Leasing & Management Tenant screening, rent collection, and full management so the estate earns income $0
Court Receivership Court-appointed receiver service with detailed, court-ready accounting $0
Sale of the Property Listed and sold on the open market by our licensed brokerage when the estate is ready Paid at closing

Fees and advances are set out in a written agreement and, in court-supervised matters, approved by the judge. Every charge is audited and fully documented, collected first from rental income, and any remaining balance is settled from the sale proceeds at closing, never from your pocket.

Three Paths for an Estate Property. You Do Not Have to Choose Today.

Rent It

If probate will take time, the property can produce income instead of draining the estate. We market the home, screen tenants, and manage the lease under the authority of the personal representative or a court order.

Manage & Protect It

We secure the property, document its condition, coordinate maintenance and repairs, handle insurance requirements, and provide detailed accounting that stands up in court. Ideal for vacant homes and out-of-state heirs.

Sell It

As a licensed real estate brokerage, we list and sell the property when the estate is ready, coordinating with the attorney and the court so the closing runs clean. Any expenses we advanced are simply settled at closing.

Who We Help

Personal Representatives and Executors

You have a legal duty to preserve the estate’s assets, and the property is usually the largest one. We give you a single accountable partner for maintenance, leasing, accounting, and eventual sale, with reporting your attorney and the court can rely on.

Out-of-State Heirs

You inherited a Florida house and live a thousand miles away. We become your eyes, hands, and keys on the ground: securing the home, handling every vendor, renting it if you wish, and selling it when you decide, all without you flying down.

Probate and Estate Attorneys

One call covers receivership service, property management, leasing, and brokerage, with court-ready accounting. See our attorney partnership section below.

What Happens to a House During Probate in Florida?

In Florida, when a property owner passes away and the home was titled solely in their name, the property generally must go through probate before it can be transferred or sold. Formal administration commonly takes 6 to 12 months, and longer for contested estates.

During that time, the house still needs insurance, tax payments, utilities, maintenance, and security. Vacant homes in South Florida deteriorate quickly: mold, storm damage, code violations, and vandalism are real risks, and vacancy can void a standard homeowners policy. Someone must have legal authority, typically the personal representative or a court-appointed receiver, to manage or rent the property while probate is pending.

A professionally managed estate property keeps its value and can even produce rental income for the estate. A neglected one becomes the estate’s biggest liability. For a deeper walkthrough, read our guide to selling an inherited house in Florida.

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Florida Inherited Property: The First 30 Days Checklist

The practical steps that protect the home, and its value, during the first month. Written for Florida estates; work through it with your attorney.

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For Probate Attorneys: Court-Appointed Receivership and Property Management

Luxury Property Care serves as a court-appointed receiver and property manager for residential estate properties in probate and related proceedings across South Florida, including matters in the 15th (Palm Beach), 17th (Broward), and 11th (Miami-Dade) Judicial Circuits.

Under the terms of the order, we can:

Your client gets one accountable, licensed, insured firm instead of a patchwork of vendors. You get clean reporting and a property that is preserved rather than deteriorating while the case proceeds. We are happy to provide our capabilities summary, proof of licensing and insurance, and proposed order language for your review.

Request Our Receivership Capabilities Overview

How It Works

1

Initial consultation

Tell us about the property and where the estate stands. We coordinate with your attorney or personal representative from the first call.

2

Property assessment & securing

We inspect, photograph, and secure the home, and identify what it needs to be protected and marketable.

3

Agreement & authority

We put the engagement in writing, including any expense advances, and align it with the court order or the personal representative’s authority.

4

Manage, maintain & rent

The property is cared for and, if desired, leased to produce income for the estate while probate proceeds.

5

Sale & settlement

When the estate is ready, we list and sell the property. Advanced expenses and fees are settled from the proceeds at closing.

Serving All of South Florida

From our Boca Raton headquarters, we serve estate and probate properties throughout West Palm Beach, Boca Raton, Fort Lauderdale, Miami, and every community in Palm Beach, Broward, and Miami-Dade counties.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can you rent out a house that is in probate in Florida?

Yes, in many cases an estate property can be rented during probate, but it must be done by someone with legal authority, typically the personal representative or a court-appointed receiver, and often with court approval. Luxury Property Care manages this process end to end, from obtaining the proper authorization with your attorney to screening tenants and collecting rent for the estate.

Who pays for the upkeep of a house during probate?

The estate is normally responsible for insurance, taxes, utilities, and maintenance during probate. When the estate lacks liquid funds, Luxury Property Care can advance these necessary expenses under a written agreement. All fees and advances are audited and fully documented, collected first from rental income, and any remaining balance is settled from the sale proceeds at closing, so heirs pay nothing out of pocket.

How long does probate take in Florida?

Formal administration in Florida commonly takes 6 to 12 months. Contested estates, multiple heirs, or title issues can extend that timeline. During the entire period, the property needs active care to protect its value.

I live out of state. Can you handle everything remotely?

Yes. Most of our probate clients’ heirs live outside Florida. We handle securing, maintenance, leasing, accounting, and the eventual sale locally, and you receive updates and statements through our 24/7 owner portal. Many clients never need to travel to Florida at all.

What does a court-appointed receiver do for an estate property?

A receiver is a neutral party appointed by a judge to take custody of, preserve, and manage property while a case is pending. For estate homes, that means securing the property, handling maintenance, keeping detailed accounts, and, when authorized, renting or selling it. Luxury Property Care serves in this role for residential properties across South Florida.

Do I have to sell an inherited house right away?

No. Selling immediately, especially to a cash buyer, often means accepting well below market value. Because we can manage the property, rent it for income, and advance its expenses, the estate can wait and sell at full market value when the time is right.

What do your services cost?

Our fees are transparent, set out in a written agreement, and, in court-supervised matters, approved by the judge as part of the order. Fees and advanced expenses are audited, fully documented, collected first from rental income, and any balance the rent did not cover is settled at the sale closing, so there is usually no upfront cost to the estate. Contact us at (561) 944-2992 for a specific proposal.

Protect the Property. Skip the Out-of-Pocket Costs.

Whether you are a personal representative with a duty to the estate, an heir far from Florida, or an attorney who needs a reliable receiver, one call puts a licensed, insured, local team on the property this week.

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(561) 944-2992 • outreach@luxurypropertycare.com

Luxury Property Care provides property management and real estate brokerage services. We do not provide legal, tax, or fiduciary advice. We work alongside your probate attorney, personal representative, or the court.