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Inherited Properties

Compassionate, professional support for families navigating inherited property decisions

Inheriting a property can be both a blessing and a challenge, especially during an already emotional time. If you've recently inherited property in Stamford, Connecticut, you're facing important decisions that require both practical expertise and compassionate guidance. The Staci Zampa Team has over 20 years of experience helping families through these complex situations with sensitivity and professionalism.

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Inherited Property Options

Right now, you're probably wondering: "What do I do with this house?" and feeling overwhelmed by all the decisions that need to be made. The good news is you have options, and none of them need to be decided today.

You basically have three paths forward:

  • Keep it - Maybe it becomes your home or a vacation spot
  • Sell it - Get the financial benefit and move on without the responsibility
  • Rent it out - Keep it in the family but have tenants cover the costs
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What's This Inherited Property Really Worth?

Before you can decide which path makes sense, you need to know what you're really dealing with. Is it a hidden gem or a money pit? Is it move-in ready or does it need serious work?

Here's what we'll figure out together:

What's it worth today? We'll look at recent sales of similar homes in your specific Stamford neighborhood. A house in North Stamford is different from one in Westover, and we know these markets inside and out.

What condition is it really in? We'll help you get a realistic picture of what needs attention and what constitutes a "big problem" versus normal wear and tear.

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Why Choose The Staci Zampa Team

As a founding Compass Real Estate Agent, Staci is a top-producing and award-winning real estate agent in Stamford, CT, her hometown, which she proudly serves. With over $600 million in closed transactions, The Staci Zampa Team was recently named a Top Small Team by Sales Volume by Real Trends, and has MLS membership in Stamford, Greenwich, and Westchester County.

Staci is known for hard work, passion and tenacity, and clients repeatedly commend her ability to close even the most challenging deals. This expertise is especially valuable when navigating the complexities of inherited property sales.

Staci Zampa Team Makes the Process Easier

One of the biggest advantages of working with someone who's been part of the Stamford community for decades? We know the right people for everything. Selling an inherited property often involves services you might not even realize you need.

We can connect you with trusted professionals

Their Stamford Real Estate Agent

"My husband and I would not have been able to purchase our house without Staci Zampa’s team. We were on a time crunch to buy a home by the end of April 2025 and began the process in February 2025. We were also moving from Colorado to Connecticut, so we needed a team we trusted to see houses without us and give honest opinions. They helped us reached our goal of buying a house in 3 months, and we didn’t just buy a house, we bought our dream home! I genuinely mean it when I say I don’t know if this would have happened without this team."
"My husband and I would not have been able to purchase our house without Staci Zampa’s team. We were on a time crunch to buy a home by the end of April 2025 and began the process in February 2025. We were also moving from Colorado to Connecticut, so we needed a team we trusted to see houses without us and give honest opinions. They helped us reached our goal of buying a house in 3 months, and we didn’t just buy a house, we bought our dream home! I genuinely mean it when I say I don’t know if this would have happened without this team."
Ainslee Jacoby Barnum
"Staci, Bob, Andrew and the Compass Team in Stamford are the best you can get. We just purchased our home in Wilton and Staci and her team went above and beyond to keep us informed, offer direction and assistance through the entire process. They were our realtors yes, but became dear friends in the process. Selling? Buying? Contact the Zampa Team, they have your back!"
"Staci, Bob, Andrew and the Compass Team in Stamford are the best you can get. We just purchased our home in Wilton and Staci and her team went above and beyond to keep us informed, offer direction and assistance through the entire process. They were our realtors yes, but became dear friends in the process. Selling? Buying? Contact the Zampa Team, they have your back!"
Ray Glen
"Staci and Bob Zampa were great to work with during the recent sale of our home. Excellent communication throughout the whole process and guided us to help make the right decisions regarding the sale of our home. Highly recommend! 💯"
"Staci and Bob Zampa were great to work with during the recent sale of our home. Excellent communication throughout the whole process and guided us to help make the right decisions regarding the sale of our home. Highly recommend! 💯"
Victoria Fussell
"Staci Zampa was the right choice of realtors for selling our luxury condo. We chose Staci because of her experience in selling homes but more importantly condominiums, (not every agent understands the condo market) her knowledge of marketing needs including the high quality photos which drew buyers in to look as well as her commitment to be with us every step of the way. Staci delivered everything she committed to. We sold quickly and were happy with our sale price. She was a pleasure to work with and I highly recommend Staci and her team for your next sale or purchase. She doesn’t disappoint."
"Staci Zampa was the right choice of realtors for selling our luxury condo. We chose Staci because of her experience in selling homes but more importantly condominiums, (not every agent understands the condo market) her knowledge of marketing needs including the high quality photos which drew buyers in to look as well as her commitment to be with us every step of the way. Staci delivered everything she committed to. We sold quickly and were happy with our sale price. She was a pleasure to work with and I highly recommend Staci and her team for your next sale or purchase. She doesn’t disappoint."
Cindi Melkerson
"Working with Team Zampa to sell my house was a pleasure. From beginning to end anything that came up was addressed in a timely manner and I felt comforted by their experience and reputation. Staci and Bob complement each other’s strengths and knowledge in all things real estate! When all was said and done with the house being sold and the transaction was complete, they still continued to stay in touch. Given a choice, I would pick Team Zampa again because I appreciate that they provide professional know how of the business mixed with that ever present individual attention regardless of how busy they may be."
"Working with Team Zampa to sell my house was a pleasure. From beginning to end anything that came up was addressed in a timely manner and I felt comforted by their experience and reputation. Staci and Bob complement each other’s strengths and knowledge in all things real estate! When all was said and done with the house being sold and the transaction was complete, they still continued to stay in touch. Given a choice, I would pick Team Zampa again because I appreciate that they provide professional know how of the business mixed with that ever present individual attention regardless of how busy they may be."
Nicole Kalvesmaki
"Selling our house, after living there for 45 years, was as easy and uncomplicated as it could have been thanks to Staci. Within days of the listing, we had multiple offers, all above asking. Staci and her team are the best, they have your back all the way to the closing."
"Selling our house, after living there for 45 years, was as easy and uncomplicated as it could have been thanks to Staci. Within days of the listing, we had multiple offers, all above asking. Staci and her team are the best, they have your back all the way to the closing."
Jacqueline Herz
"I've either bought or sold 8 properties since 2014. I've never worked with an agent who had my back so ferociously like Staci Zampa. Staci and her team got to business from the very start, taking care of me even before we signed our agreement. There were several complications but even before they were brought to my attention, Staci's solution-based approaches made handling these issues effortless and the worry minimized. There really wasn't any aspect during the process that was unfamiliar to Staci. Prior to meeting Staci, I met with agents who looked at my property as a challenge and, to compensate, suggested I undervalue the property to get attention. Staci had the vision to determine that my property would sell over asking. FOUR DAYS on the market, I received an offer WELL over asking, at an initial price that was already above market value. THANK YOU, Staci and Bob, for the dedication, hard work, and love you gave me during a normally emotional and lengthy process. Compass is fortunate to have you on their team! Follow Staci on social media as she posts little-known establishments in the Stamford area that are amazing and often overlooked. I can't imagine anyone with more knowledge of the Stamford area than Staci Zampa."
"I've either bought or sold 8 properties since 2014. I've never worked with an agent who had my back so ferociously like Staci Zampa. Staci and her team got to business from the very start, taking care of me even before we signed our agreement. There were several complications but even before they were brought to my attention, Staci's solution-based approaches made handling these issues effortless and the worry minimized. There really wasn't any aspect during the process that was unfamiliar to Staci. Prior to meeting Staci, I met with agents who looked at my property as a challenge and, to compensate, suggested I undervalue the property to get attention. Staci had the vision to determine that my property would sell over asking. FOUR DAYS on the market, I received an offer WELL over asking, at an initial price that was already above market value. THANK YOU, Staci and Bob, for the dedication, hard work, and love you gave me during a normally emotional and lengthy process. Compass is fortunate to have you on their team! Follow Staci on social media as she posts little-known establishments in the Stamford area that are amazing and often overlooked. I can't imagine anyone with more knowledge of the Stamford area than Staci Zampa."
Dan Amato
"As a buyer in Stamford, Staci and the team were all extremely helpful in getting us into a new home. She had good recommendations, was responsive, and got our deal done. Thanks!"
"As a buyer in Stamford, Staci and the team were all extremely helpful in getting us into a new home. She had good recommendations, was responsive, and got our deal done. Thanks!"
Andy Thompson
"We recently had the pleasure of working with Staci and Bob to sell our house in Stamford, and we couldn't be happier with the experience. From the very beginning, they demonstrated exceptional professionalism and dedication. They went above and beyond to prepare our house for sale, providing invaluable guidance throughout the entire process. Staci and Bob's expertise was evident as they navigated us through each step, ensuring we were well-informed and comfortable with every decision. Their advocacy on our behalf was truly outstanding, and we felt supported every step of the way. Their personal dedication to our needs was remarkable. Staci and Bob became more than just our real estate agents; they became honorary members of our family. Their warmth, understanding, and commitment made us feel like we had true partners in this journey. Thanks to their hard work and commitment, we were able to sell our house smoothly and efficiently. We highly recommend Staci and Bob to anyone looking to buy or sell a home. They are an incredible team and made the entire experience stress-free and successful."
"We recently had the pleasure of working with Staci and Bob to sell our house in Stamford, and we couldn't be happier with the experience. From the very beginning, they demonstrated exceptional professionalism and dedication. They went above and beyond to prepare our house for sale, providing invaluable guidance throughout the entire process. Staci and Bob's expertise was evident as they navigated us through each step, ensuring we were well-informed and comfortable with every decision. Their advocacy on our behalf was truly outstanding, and we felt supported every step of the way. Their personal dedication to our needs was remarkable. Staci and Bob became more than just our real estate agents; they became honorary members of our family. Their warmth, understanding, and commitment made us feel like we had true partners in this journey. Thanks to their hard work and commitment, we were able to sell our house smoothly and efficiently. We highly recommend Staci and Bob to anyone looking to buy or sell a home. They are an incredible team and made the entire experience stress-free and successful."
Ross Gotler
"Staci Zampa is the realtor to call for expert, knowledgeable representation in today’s difficult real estate market. Staci worked with us on both the sale of our condo and the purchase of our house. Staci’s guidance and insight were invaluable in what turned out to be two rapidly occurring transactions. Staci and her team worked together seamlessly and their knowledge of and connections in the Stamford community were critical components of two smooth and painless (mostly) transactions. We have worked with many realtors over the past 40 years, and no one inspired our confidence like Staci. We highly recommend Staci and her team."
"Staci Zampa is the realtor to call for expert, knowledgeable representation in today’s difficult real estate market. Staci worked with us on both the sale of our condo and the purchase of our house. Staci’s guidance and insight were invaluable in what turned out to be two rapidly occurring transactions. Staci and her team worked together seamlessly and their knowledge of and connections in the Stamford community were critical components of two smooth and painless (mostly) transactions. We have worked with many realtors over the past 40 years, and no one inspired our confidence like Staci. We highly recommend Staci and her team."
Joyce Resnick
"This review is to share our extremely positive experience working with Andrew Kallmeyer on Staci Zampa's team. My husband and I were first-time home buyers, moving from Brooklyn to Stamford CT. We started our search with Andrew in March 2024. Andrew is personable and professional, communicative and extremely responsive -- he was always available for a call or to answer our text messages. He moved quickly, booking tours for houses we were interested in and getting answers from selling agents within hours. We went out to look at multiple houses every weekend from March until June -- we probably toured about 50 houses! As we were new to the area and first-time home buyers, we heavily leaned on Andrew's POV on best neighborhoods and how to choose homes with the biggest resale value. In this incredibly competitive market, we ended up bidding on 13 homes (!) -- Andrew advised us through every step of the way, leaning on Staci for market insight and support. When we finally found 'the one', Andrew referred us to lawyers, handymen, floor guys, chimney inspectors, exterminators, fence guys and more. He is well connected within the community and took a personal interest in making sure we were well supported throughout our home buying journey. I would enthusiastically recommend working with Andrew to anyone looking to purchase a home in Fairfield County."
"This review is to share our extremely positive experience working with Andrew Kallmeyer on Staci Zampa's team. My husband and I were first-time home buyers, moving from Brooklyn to Stamford CT. We started our search with Andrew in March 2024. Andrew is personable and professional, communicative and extremely responsive -- he was always available for a call or to answer our text messages. He moved quickly, booking tours for houses we were interested in and getting answers from selling agents within hours. We went out to look at multiple houses every weekend from March until June -- we probably toured about 50 houses! As we were new to the area and first-time home buyers, we heavily leaned on Andrew's POV on best neighborhoods and how to choose homes with the biggest resale value. In this incredibly competitive market, we ended up bidding on 13 homes (!) -- Andrew advised us through every step of the way, leaning on Staci for market insight and support. When we finally found 'the one', Andrew referred us to lawyers, handymen, floor guys, chimney inspectors, exterminators, fence guys and more. He is well connected within the community and took a personal interest in making sure we were well supported throughout our home buying journey. I would enthusiastically recommend working with Andrew to anyone looking to purchase a home in Fairfield County."
Emily Middleton
"Finding a great realtor in Stamford felt almost as taxing as finding a home itself. I was overwhelmed with the number of agents but I was specifically looking for an agent who was familiar with the Stamford market. I reached out to Staci Zampa and her team at Compass in downtown Stamford and ultimately worked with Andrew. Over the last few months, Andrew guided me through a very competitive market. He helped me better understand what the market was looking like, had comps readily available and was quite familiar with properties in Stamford. Within 6 weeks of looking, we identified a property that checked off almost every box on my wishlist. With Andrew’s guidance, I was able to find a home, put in a strong offer and ultimately close on my new home. Throughout both the search and the closing process, Andrew’s expertise and keen attention to detail were critical and came in handy. He advocated for me as the buyer, protecting my interests and pushed to get the deal across the finish line. Happy to refer Andrew to anyone looking and looking forward to working with him again in the future!"
"Finding a great realtor in Stamford felt almost as taxing as finding a home itself. I was overwhelmed with the number of agents but I was specifically looking for an agent who was familiar with the Stamford market. I reached out to Staci Zampa and her team at Compass in downtown Stamford and ultimately worked with Andrew. Over the last few months, Andrew guided me through a very competitive market. He helped me better understand what the market was looking like, had comps readily available and was quite familiar with properties in Stamford. Within 6 weeks of looking, we identified a property that checked off almost every box on my wishlist. With Andrew’s guidance, I was able to find a home, put in a strong offer and ultimately close on my new home. Throughout both the search and the closing process, Andrew’s expertise and keen attention to detail were critical and came in handy. He advocated for me as the buyer, protecting my interests and pushed to get the deal across the finish line. Happy to refer Andrew to anyone looking and looking forward to working with him again in the future!"
Christina Lee
"I truly had a wonderful experience working with Staci while selling my mom’s condo! She was sensitive and caring while working quickly to get it sold! We were under contract within the first week of it being on the market at full asking price! She made a hard process so much easier and I am so grateful to her and her team! Staci and her team are the best out there!"
"I truly had a wonderful experience working with Staci while selling my mom’s condo! She was sensitive and caring while working quickly to get it sold! We were under contract within the first week of it being on the market at full asking price! She made a hard process so much easier and I am so grateful to her and her team! Staci and her team are the best out there!"
Katie Karanastasis
"Working with Andrew was such a great experience! As a first-time homebuyer, we had a million questions and were pretty overwhelmed, but Andrew helped guide us through the entire thing and was super knowledgeable and helpful. We had such a smooth process because of him, and are so happy with our new home, and thank Andrew for helping to make it all happen!"
"Working with Andrew was such a great experience! As a first-time homebuyer, we had a million questions and were pretty overwhelmed, but Andrew helped guide us through the entire thing and was super knowledgeable and helpful. We had such a smooth process because of him, and are so happy with our new home, and thank Andrew for helping to make it all happen!"
Allison M.
"Staci and Bob are an incredible team! They work tirelessly, are experienced, patient, responsive, and go above and beyond. They guided us through every step of the sale of our house and the purchase of our new home. We highly recommend The Staci Zampa team! They are the best!"
"Staci and Bob are an incredible team! They work tirelessly, are experienced, patient, responsive, and go above and beyond. They guided us through every step of the sale of our house and the purchase of our new home. We highly recommend The Staci Zampa team! They are the best!"
Adele M.
"An amazing experience all around! Accurate market assessment and pricing, along with fantastic marketing, resulted in a quick, acceptable offer at contract! Can’t go wrong working with Staci and her team!"
"An amazing experience all around! Accurate market assessment and pricing, along with fantastic marketing, resulted in a quick, acceptable offer at contract! Can’t go wrong working with Staci and her team!"
Denise E.
"Staci made selling my condo from out of state an absolute breeze. She took care of absolutely everything. Staci knows the condo market really well and gave great advice throughout. I would happily work with her again."
"Staci made selling my condo from out of state an absolute breeze. She took care of absolutely everything. Staci knows the condo market really well and gave great advice throughout. I would happily work with her again."
Gennie S.
"Andrew was a great partner in our home search and stuck with us for the two years it took to find what we were looking for. He was patient throughout the process, gave honest feedback, and had great partnerships for us to lean on as we went through the closing process. Appreciate all the time he spent with us."
"Andrew was a great partner in our home search and stuck with us for the two years it took to find what we were looking for. He was patient throughout the process, gave honest feedback, and had great partnerships for us to lean on as we went through the closing process. Appreciate all the time he spent with us."
Chris H.
"Working with Andrew was an absolute pleasure from start to finish. He was professional, knowledgeable, and truly went above and beyond to make the entire process smooth and stress-free. As a first-time homeowner, I had a lot of questions, and he took the time to communicate clearly and made sure all my questions were clearly understood. I highly recommend Andrew. Whether you’re buying or selling, thank you for everything!"
"Working with Andrew was an absolute pleasure from start to finish. He was professional, knowledgeable, and truly went above and beyond to make the entire process smooth and stress-free. As a first-time homeowner, I had a lot of questions, and he took the time to communicate clearly and made sure all my questions were clearly understood. I highly recommend Andrew. Whether you’re buying or selling, thank you for everything!"
Liza
"We had an amazing experience working with Andrew. He was incredibly knowledgeable, not just about the buying process, but about homes themselves. His insight was invaluable, especially in such a competitive market. He guided us through every step and ultimately helped us find our perfect home. We couldn’t be happier and highly recommend him to anyone looking for a realtor in the Stamford, CT area."
"We had an amazing experience working with Andrew. He was incredibly knowledgeable, not just about the buying process, but about homes themselves. His insight was invaluable, especially in such a competitive market. He guided us through every step and ultimately helped us find our perfect home. We couldn’t be happier and highly recommend him to anyone looking for a realtor in the Stamford, CT area."
Megan K.
"The Staci Zampa Team is your go-to team for selling a home in Stamford. They know the Stamford market so well and guide you through the whole process. We were thrilled with how quickly my mother's house sold in North Stamford and the expertise they brought to the process. Staci, Bob and Andrew are great, and I recommend them if you are buying or selling a home in Stamford!"
"The Staci Zampa Team is your go-to team for selling a home in Stamford. They know the Stamford market so well and guide you through the whole process. We were thrilled with how quickly my mother's house sold in North Stamford and the expertise they brought to the process. Staci, Bob and Andrew are great, and I recommend them if you are buying or selling a home in Stamford!"
Hildi T.
"Staci represented us in our purchase and sale in North Stamford. We clicked immediately and working with Staci and Bob was a seamless and enjoyable experience. Staci's knowledge of the Stamford market was invaluable, and we could not be happier with the results. We received offers at and above asking after the first weekend we were listed, thanks to Staci's hard work and real estate acumen. We highly recommend Staci and her team for your purchase or sale."
"Staci represented us in our purchase and sale in North Stamford. We clicked immediately and working with Staci and Bob was a seamless and enjoyable experience. Staci's knowledge of the Stamford market was invaluable, and we could not be happier with the results. We received offers at and above asking after the first weekend we were listed, thanks to Staci's hard work and real estate acumen. We highly recommend Staci and her team for your purchase or sale."
Lisa H.
"We worked with Staci and her team to sell our home in North Stamford. They made the process so easy. We could not be happier with how everything turned out."
"We worked with Staci and her team to sell our home in North Stamford. They made the process so easy. We could not be happier with how everything turned out."
Vikki B.
"Staci and Bob were very engaged throughout the house-selling journey! From prep through contracts, we knew they were looking out for us."
"Staci and Bob were very engaged throughout the house-selling journey! From prep through contracts, we knew they were looking out for us."
Christine C.
"Staci and Bob were incredible to work with. They got my house sold fast, paid amazing attention to every detail, and kept me informed every step of the way. Couldn’t have asked for a smoother selling experience. Highly recommend!"
"Staci and Bob were incredible to work with. They got my house sold fast, paid amazing attention to every detail, and kept me informed every step of the way. Couldn’t have asked for a smoother selling experience. Highly recommend!"
Samantha R.

Frequently Asked Questions About Inherited Property in Stamford

You probably have questions, and that's completely normal. Dealing with inherited property can feel overwhelming, especially when you're already managing so much. Below are answers to the questions we hear most often from families in your situation. Every situation is unique, but these should help you understand the basic process and what to expect.

Most inherited properties in Connecticut typically need to go through probate, which is the legal process that transfers ownership from the deceased to the beneficiaries. However, there can be exceptions - if the property was held in a trust or had joint ownership with rights of survivorship, probate might not be necessary. We work with experienced probate attorneys who can help determine what may be required for your specific situation and help guide you through the process.

Note: For general guidance only. Consult with a qualified professional for your specific situation.

The timeline can vary depending on several factors. If probate is required, that process often takes 6-12 months in Connecticut. Once you have clear title, selling the property itself usually takes 30-60 days in Stamford's current market, depending on the property's condition and pricing. We can help give you a more specific timeline once we understand your particular situation - some properties may move faster if everything is in order.

Note: For general guidance only. Consult with a qualified professional for your specific situation.

Good news - Connecticut doesn't have a state inheritance tax, which can save you money compared to some other states. You may be subject to federal capital gains tax, but there's often an important benefit: inherited property typically gets a "stepped-up basis," meaning you're generally only taxed on gains from the property's value when you inherited it, not from when the original owner bought it. For many families, this can significantly reduce or eliminate capital gains taxes. We can connect you with tax professionals who specialize in inherited property to help ensure you understand all potential benefits for your situation.

Note: For general guidance only. Consult with a qualified professional for your specific situation.

The decision-making process can depend on several factors, including the specific terms of the will and applicable court requirements. In some cases, if the will clearly establishes ownership percentages, certain decisions about selling may be possible with majority agreement, but this can vary based on your specific circumstances. If all heirs need to agree or if there's no will, everyone typically must be on board before proceeding. We've helped many families work through these discussions and can recommend professional mediators when helpful. The key is often getting everyone to the table early to discuss goals and concerns openly.

Note: For general guidance only. Consult with a qualified professional for your specific situation.

Absolutely. You generally have two main options: make the repairs before selling to potentially get a higher price, or sell "as-is" and let the buyer handle the work. We'll help you run the numbers to see which approach may net you more money after all costs are considered. Sometimes selling as-is can actually be the better financial choice, especially if repair costs are high or if you need to sell quickly.

Yes, property taxes typically continue to accrue during probate, and someone usually needs to pay them to avoid penalties and potential tax liens. Often, the executor of the estate handles this using estate funds. If you're the executor or taking responsibility for the property, we can help you understand what may need to be paid and when to help keep everything current.

Note: For general guidance only. Consult with a qualified professional for your specific situation.