Deceased estates: Avoid disputes, maximise value and legacy

08/10/2025 18 min Episodio 114
Deceased estates: Avoid disputes, maximise value and legacy

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Episode Synopsis

Selling property from a deceased estate stirs profound emotions and risks disputes among family members. Yet a structured approach can maximise value, provide fair closure, and honour the deceased's legacy.
In this episode Jarrod discusses:

The key differences between executors and beneficiaries, and why early role clarification reduces tension
Defining sale goals, from joint ownership to buyouts, with tips on independent valuations
Balancing legal timelines like probate and capital gains tax (CGT) exemptions with market conditions for optimal timing
Tailoring property presentation to buyer profiles without overspending estate funds
Choosing experienced agents and seeking vendor advocacy support to ease the executor's burden
A real case study of resolving a sibling dispute through transparent auction processes

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