Moving into a care home
Selling property on a move into a care home
When a relative moves into a care home, the question often arises of what happens to the house and who may decide. We clarify this with you and support the sale when the time comes.
In short
May I sell my parents' house when they move into a care home?
Only with a notarially certified or notarised lasting power of attorney that covers property transactions, or as a court-appointed guardian with the approval of the guardianship court. We clarify with you who is allowed to decide and market the house considerately, without a public listing if you wish.
The first steps
How we can help you now
The situation is usually less urgent than it feels. These four points bring clarity.
Whether a sale is necessary at all depends on pension, savings and care level. We talk this through before you decide anything.
We explain who is allowed to decide: your relative, you with a lasting power of attorney, or a court-appointed legal guardian with the approval of the guardianship court.
A realistic assessment shows how long the sale proceeds would cover the care costs. Free and without obligation.
When the time comes, we market considerately: no sign, no listing if you wish, and viewings at times that suit.
Process
How we proceed, step by step
You always know what happens next and what is needed from you.
We discuss the situation, timeline and powers of attorney, free of charge and in confidence.
We tell you which documents are needed, such as a power of attorney or guardian's certificate.
You receive a sound assessment, including for the guardianship court or the family.
Discreet marketing, vetted buyers, support through to the notary appointment and handover.
Not sure yet whether to sell? Then let's start with a conversation.
An initial consultation commits you to nothing. Afterwards you know what the property is worth and which steps come next.
In detail
Would you like to know more?
The details on legal capacity, lasting power of attorney, the guardianship court and the ten-year period are in the guide.
