“How REI Branded Home Buyer Can Help”
Losing someone you love is one of the hardest things life throws at you. If you’ve recently lost a parent, spouse, or relative and now need to handle their home, it can feel like too much to deal with — emotionally and logistically.
At REI Branded Home Buyer, we help grieving families across Washington State sell inherited or estate-owned homes with compassion, clarity, and speed. Whether you’re in Spokane, Kennewick, or Tacoma, we make the process simple so you can focus on healing.
Why Selling a Home After a Death Can Be Complicated
When someone passes away, their home becomes part of their estate. Unless they had a living trust or transfer-on-death deed, the home must go through probate before it can be sold.
Common challenges include:
- Waiting on court approval to sell the property
- Disagreements between heirs or siblings
- Emotional ties to the property
- A house that needs cleaning, repairs, or full junk removal
- Unclear ownership, unpaid bills, or liens
We’ve helped families all over the state get through this with patience and professionalism.
What Happens to the Mortgage?
If the home had a mortgage, it doesn’t go away after someone passes. The estate becomes responsible for the payments, and in some cases, heirs may assume the loan or sell the home to avoid foreclosure.
If the mortgage isn’t paid, the bank may issue a notice of default or trustee sale. We work with sellers in pre-foreclosure every month — you still have time to act.
Your Options for Selling
Option 1: List With a Realtor (After Probate)
Once probate is complete, you can list the home through a licensed real estate agent. This works well if the house is in great condition, you’re emotionally ready, and time isn’t a concern.
Option 2: Sell As-Is to a Cash Buyer
If you want to avoid cleanup, repairs, and long waits, companies like ours will buy the home as-is, pay cash, and close fast. No fees. No inspections. No hassle.
Real Story From Walla Walla
After losing her mother, a woman in Walla Walla inherited a 3-bedroom home that hadn’t been touched in 15 years. There was water damage, outdated electrical, and boxes piled high in every room.
We helped her through probate, made a fair cash offer, and closed in 10 days. She was able to grieve in peace without worrying about contractors or cleanout crews.
Why Families Choose REI Branded Home Buyer
- We buy homes in any condition, with or without probate complete
- We cover all closing costs — no agent fees
- We work directly with your probate attorney and title company
- We close on your timeline — 7 days or several weeks
- We’ve helped families in Yakima, Olympia, Everett, and across Washington
How It Works
- Contact us at info@reibrandedhomebuyer.com or reach out here
- We’ll walk you through your options — no pressure
- You get a cash offer based on the property’s current condition
- We handle all the paperwork, cleanout, and details
You don’t have to clean. You don’t have to fix. And you don’t have to wait.
You Don’t Have to Do This Alone
If you’ve lost a loved one and feel overwhelmed by the idea of selling their home, we’re here to take the weight off your shoulders.
Call 509-769-3439, email info@reibrandedhomebuyer.com, or schedule your free consultation. We’ll handle the house — so you can focus on healing.
Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal or financial advice. Please consult a probate attorney before making estate-related decisions.
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About REI Branded Home Buyer
Real People. Real Stories. Real Solutions. We’re George and TJ — two regular guys who teamed up to create REI Branded Home Buyer, a local company with one simple mission: to help people sell their homes without stress, games, or pressure. We actually met at a local real estate meetup. A mutual friend randomly shouted, “Hey George, do you want to be this guy’s mentor?” George laughed and said, “Just give him my cell!” A coffee meeting later, and the rest is history. We've been working together ever since. Our passion for helping homeowners comes from personal experience. George was once homeless, so he deeply understands what it’s like to face housing uncertainty. TJ’s family went through a crisis and had to sell their home fast — with the help of a cash homebuyer. Those experiences shaped who we are and inspired us to create a company that treats people the way we wish we’d been treated. Let’s be real: the real estate world is full of shady companies, pushy salespeople, and sleazy homebuyers who care more about profit than people. We started REI Branded Home Buyer because we believe it should be the other way around — people first, profit second. We’re proud to call Spokane home. Our wives, Jenny and Michelle, love the slower pace of life here and all the outdoor beauty Washington has to offer. George and Jenny have two amazing daughters and two dogs — they love to travel and recently visited Japan to see their daughter abroad. TJ and Michelle are outdoor lovers through and through — backpacking, hiking, hunting, fishing, even rock climbing. Michelle’s become quite the mountaineer! If you’re thinking about selling a house — no matter the reason — we’d love to hear your story and see how we can help.