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Real Illinois Probate & Inherited Home Sale Success Stories

Selling an inherited or probate property in Illinois can come with unexpected challenges, from deferred maintenance and a house full of belongings to managing the sale from out-of-state.

These real Illinois home sale stories show how we have helped executors, heirs, trustees, and other property owners navigate probate, inherited, trust, and distressed home sales throughout Cook, DuPage, Lake, Kane, McHenry, and Will Counties.



What Illinois Probate & Inherited Home Sellers Say About Working With Us

Selling an inherited or probate property often involves more than putting a house on the market. Our clients have trusted us to coordinate cleanouts, manage properties from out of state, navigate challenging property conditions, and keep them informed throughout the sale. Here is what some of those clients have to say about their experience.

Illinois Probate Realtor Bobby Vasilev Photo

Bobby is a great realtor and was a tremendous help to selling our house after my mother passed away. He helped in preparing for the sale and assuring everything went smoothly through the closing. He was a pleasure to work with, a great communicator, and I would not hesitate working with him again in the future!

Client review - Lake Bluff, IL
Dan B.

Lake Bluff, IL

I am very grateful to Bobby Vasilev for how he handled the sale of my deceased friend’s home. He was, at all times, sympathetic and professional, and sensitive to the difficult time in our lives. He handled all the difficult stages of selling a home with compassion , while keeping us updated at all times during the various steps. We received a full price offer for our home, and Bobby took care of all the difficult closing procedures. I am very grateful to him during this difficult time, and I highly recommend him, and will definitely return to him when it is time to sell my own home.

Client review - Chicago, IL
Dana A.

Chicago, IL

Out of the Blue comes a savior. Bobby was that guy. It all came together with a positive outcome. Where others failed to be fair, Bobby said what he would do and delivered. Thank you sir.

Client review - McHenry County
Michael B.

Richmond, IL

I am so happy with Bobby Vasilev. I inherited a house in Illinois and live in Florida. Because of family health issues I was not able to take care of any of dealings that was required to sell the house or travel to Illinois. Bobby took care of everything. His was an immense help to me and I would highly recommend him. Thank you Bobby

Client review - Joliet, IL
Linda V.

Joliet, IL

Bobby is the best! He was thorough and professional and great to work with. He was always available for appointments and always let us know what the next step was in the process of buying our new home. He is very knowledgeable about every step of buying a new construction home – contract review, price negotiation, appraisal issues, construction types, occupancy permits. Choose Bobby- you won’t regret it!

Client review - Arlington Heights, IL
Peter S.

Arlington Heights, IL

Exceptional customer service!!!! Honest, Passionate, professional, excellent communication skills. Extremely knowledgeable & self motivated. Knowledge is power & Bobby is invaluable!

Client review - Bellwood, IL
Shwanda D.

Bellwood, IL

Losing a loved one is tough enough but never more so than whenyou must manage their estate from a distance. Bobby was present when I couldn’t be there to oversee the cleaning out of my brother’s house, ensure it was secure, check on it after storms blew through the area, monitor the open houses, be my advocate with buyers, present it in the best possible light, and be there at the closing to insure a smooth transition. I could not be happier with the outcome. I highly recommend his services.

Client review - Hoffman Estates, IL
Georgeanne R.

Hoffman Estates, IL

After entertaining more than 10 cash offers for a dated house, Bobby Vasilev helped us through the process with the best advise possible in our situation. In our honest conversation, Bobby pointed out that the fair market value of our house was worth much more than the cash offers and that it could be sold AS IS.

The day it was listed, Bobby had a offer for more than our asking price, but the bank would not finance the sale. Immediately after that deal failed, Bobby contacted the other interested agents and received a cash offer for the asking price. Bobby knows and understands the real estate market, he was willing to work 50+ miles from his office to make the sale happen, and the house sold/closed in a month.

We always felt that Bobby worked for our best interest and would recommend his services to others, because he is a man of integrity. Thank you Mr. Vasilev for your help in getting this property sold.

Client review - Waukegan, IL
Mark R.

Waukegan, IL

Bobby Vasilev provided outstanding services in connection with the sale of my condo. He had complete knowledge about similar units and data on prices in the relevant area. He wisely counseled me on a good asking price. He did an excellent job in staging the condo unit. He handled a bidder with issues very well and gave me good advice on responding to demands for a lower price and on setting limits to meeting those demands. He also handled all of the complicated paperwork for selling the condo and made the transaction very easy for me. He brought home a sale that I believe is at the highest sales price in the last several years for a similar unit in the area. I would highly recommend Mr. Vasilev.

Client review - Gold Coast, Chicago
Joel H.

Chicago, IL

I had an exceptional experience working with Bobby Valsilev as my realtor. From our very first meeting, we connected easily and I knew I could trust him. He’s knowledgeable, dependable, and always punctual. His expertise in probate real estate was clear and he made the whole process smooth. I give Bobby my highest recommendation and will gladly refer him to friends, family, and anyone who needs a realtor they can truly depend on. When I need to sell real estate in the Chicago area again, Bobby Vasilev is my guy!

Carol B.

Chicago, IL

Mr. Vasilev was my agent when i was looking for a condo in 2018. In no time we found the perfect one for my family, got the deal done quickly and professional. If i ever need an agent i will look for nobody else but him for sure!

Client review - Mount Prospect, IL
Valentine D.

Mt Prospect, IL

We had a unique situation. We were selling our home in IL and had to dance between the accommodating a family that rented the house from us, and the market conditions. Bobby was indispensable, he is a most valuable resource of the local craftsmen and is very knowledgeable on the real estate processes. He stayed with us for years because we were moving back and forth. I am sure we were a pain, but he was always there, always answered his phone, always incredibly helpful. I would highly, highly recommend him.

Client review - Saint Charles, IL
Ekaterina B.

Saint Charles, IL

Bobby made the process of selling my fathers house through an auction painless. He answered all of my questions promptly and kept me informed. I would recommend selling your house via Bobby and the auction process. It was easy and sold for more than what I was offered through those we buy houses places.

Client review - Lynwood, IL
Natalie B.

Lynwood, IL

I highly recommend Bobby Vasilev as a real estate agent! From the minute I met him, literally everything he told me about the sale of my sister’s house was true.He arranged for a final cleanup,and since I was out of state and the house was an estate in probate he took care of everything! He kept me informed,and the house sold in less than a week OVER asking price! He worked with my lawyer and we closed 2 weeks later. He is very good at what he does.

If you need a great real estate agent with experience in probate, Bobby is the person for you! Genuinely a nice guy!

Client review - Des Plaines, IL
Jerry D.

Des Plaines, IL

Bobby here is the man. so stressed on selling home i could not believe how easy it was. had so much help with getting the home ready for sale and how fast it sold. not only that but to sell it for more than i was originally asking.

Client review - Elmwood Park, IL
Ryan M.

Elmwood Park, IL

Bobby makes looking for a new home such a great experience. Bobby’s many years of experience and knowledge , confidence and him actually caring about the clients best interest is what differentiates him. He made sure I was in the house that was perfect for my family . My husband and I highly recommend him.

Client review - Addison, IL
Katherine B.

Addison, IL

It was a pleasure working with Bobby, he listened to all of our ideas and didn’t try to pressure us to buy something we couldn’t afford. He made a point to work around our busy schedules and was easily available even on short notice. Would definitely recommend him to others.

Client review - Elk Grove Village, IL
Val V.

Elk Grove Village, IL

Great experience selling my sister’s house. Professional, patient, efficient, friendly, insightful . Helped with the property cleanout and even coordinated donation of items to our church. Thank you for your good work!

Client review - Buffalo Grove, IL
Amy L.

Buffalo Grove, IL

Bobby was terrific in helping me since I was an out-of-town estate administrator attempting to sell a house out of probate in the wintertime. He was very prompt and efficient to quickly list the house and was rapidly able to get 4 offers. Bobby checked on the status of the house regularly and he was very supportive throughout the closing. Bobby is an outstanding real estate agent, particularly if one is dealing with a probate sale.

Client review - West Ridge, Chicago
Marshall G.

Chicago, IL

Illinois Probate & Inherited Home Sale Success Stories

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