Inherited Home Seller Templates and Scripts

Below you'll find every template you need to reach out to Inherited Home Sellers, including cover letters, call scripts, text messages, emails, and ad templates, all ready to customize and use.

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Instant Trust Package

The Instant Trust Package is designed to help create the best possible first impression when reaching out to a new lead.

This package should be mailed to or dropped off to the seller with your book prior to making the first phone call. Sending this package ensures all future phone calls are no longer cold-calls but rather warm-calls

Cover Letter

The cover letter introduces you and explains why you’re sending the book. Linked below are five variations of our Inherited Home Sellers cover letter.

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Watch the video below for customization tips.

Customization Checklist:

  • Edit recipient Name
  • (Optional) Edit the home prices in paragraph two to better match your market
  • Include your phone number in the final paragraph
  • Edit sender name
  • (Optional) Include your headshot

Membership Training

Let's go in-depth to make sure you are building processes that will continue to bring in listings.

The Complete Guide To Building Your Authorify Book

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How To Import Leads Into The Digital Marketing Platform

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How To Follow-Up With Your Landing Page Leads

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How To Reset A Section Of Your Book

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How To Add Images To Your Book

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How To Get The Link To Your Digital Books

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How To Create And Locate Your Landing Page Links

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How To Download Your Book Image

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How To Add The REALTOR® Trademark To Your Book

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How To Add A Broker Logo To Your Book

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How To Activate Book Sections

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How To Remove Blank Pages From Your Book

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How To View Landing Page And Digital Book Analytics

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How To View Your Landing Page Leads

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Agent Comparison Chart

Use this chart to compare what you do to market a home versus what kind of service the average agent typically provides.

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Watch the video below for customization tips.

Customization Checklist:

  • Edit the contact information at the bottom of the page

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Marketing Plan

Use this guide to share the importance of marketing and how you will help your clients listings stand out.

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Watch the video below for customization tips.

Customization Checklist:

  • Include your contact information on page 1
  • (Optional) Customize the cover letter on page 2
  • Add your name and headshot on page 2
  • Add your testimonials to page 14 and 15
  • Include your contact information on page 16

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Reference Letters

Add testimonials and references from customers and colleagues to this document.

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Watch the video below for customization tips.

Customization Checklist:

  • This is designed to be an example, add your testimonials that you have gathered

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Photo Brochure

This will prove that you are going to advertise the home better than other agents.

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Watch the video below for customization tips.

Customization Checklist:

  • Add your logo to the first and last page
  • Edit the About Me information on the last page
  • Include your contact information on the last page
  • (Optional) Swap out the placeholder photos for those of your own listings

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Social Media Ad Templates

Below you will find 5 image templates and an ad text template.

To customize, simply add your headshot and seller book image to the graphic template. Review the text copy and update the highlighted sections with your information.

Note: You can use these templates as organic posts as well. Simply use the Primary Text copy as your post caption.


Image Templates
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Ad Caption Template

Calling

Headline (Pick One):

  • FREE BOOK: [Book Title]
  • 📕Get My Home Selling Book For Free

Description:
 
Free Book reveals everything you need to know about selling an inherited home.

Primary Text:

🏡 ☎️ Calling all Homeowners who inherited a home in the [Insert City Name] Area.

If you’re trying to decide what to do with your home, then I have a solution for you.

I published a book, [Insert Book Title], that will help you decide what to do with your home. And, if you decide to sell, it explains the inherited home selling process in detail.

I'm offering a free copy to any [Insert City Name] Area Homeowner who requests it.

So, click the link below to request your free copy now: 👇🏼👇🏼

[Your Lead Capture Website URL]

Provided by [Agent Name] of [Brokerage Name].

Not intended to solicit properties currently listed for sale or buyers under contract with any other real estate company or agent. Equal Housing Provider.

Letter Templates

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Inherited Letter Template

Dear [First Name]

I noticed you were the Personal Representative for the estate of [Deceased_Name] and wanted to offer my help in case you need anything.  

I’m sorry for your loss and am reaching out to offer my assistance on their property at [Property_Address]

Unfortunately, many people who inherit a home sell it for less than it is worth. Oftentimes, they sell the home to a real estate investor who flips it for a quick profit. I don’t want to see that happen to you. 

I am a real estate agent who specializes in selling Inherited Homes for top dollar. 

Here are some of the different ways I can help you: 

  • If you want to find out exactly what the home is worth in today’s market, then I can put together a FREE Comparable Market Analysis for the property that will help you see exactly what it’s worth in today’s market. 
  • If you need someone to check on the house, I can help. I can drive by and let you know how things look.
  • If you need help finding people to help maintain or fix up the property, I know lots of great people and can recommend several good ones to you. 
  • If you need help selling the home for top dollar, I can help. I’m including a copy of my book that talks about different strategies I use to help people get top dollar for their home. 
  • If you need help selling the home fast, I can help. I can help you get it sold fast – without giving it away at a discount. 

If there is anything I can help you with or if you simply have questions, please feel free to reach out to me anytime. I look forward to hearing from you.

Best Regards,

Your Name
Your Real Estate Company
Phone: (XXX)XXX-XXXX
Email: Name@Email.com


Not intended to solicit any properties already listed for sale with another real estate agent.

Phone Call Script


Step 1: 
Make sure you are talking to the owner.

Call and ask for the owner by their first name only:

“Hi, is this ______?”


Step 2: Introduce yourself. 

“My name is ____. I’m a Realtor here in City Name

I noticed that you have been appointed as the Executor of the estate of _______. Is that correct?” [Wait for them to reply.]


Step 3: Offer them a free Market Analysis. 

“I also see that the estate has a property at _______? Would you like me to do a Market Analysis and tell you exactly what that property is worth?” [Wait for them to reply.]


Step 4: Ask if they need any help with anything. 

“Do you need any help with handymen, maintenance for the house, or anything like that?” [Wait for them to reply.]

 

Step 5: Ask if you can meet them at the property.  

“Would it be helpful if I met you at the property to help you determine what it is worth and help you with anything?” [Wait for them to reply.]

The key to this entire script is to get them to talk and see how you can help them. If they start talking, let them talk. Sometimes, you’ll hear their whole life story. But, it will also get you some listings. 

Voicemail Scripts

Option 1: 

Hi HOMEOWNER! It’s AGENT NAME from BROKERAGE. I recently sent you some information about the property at PROPERTY_ADDRESS, and I wanted to see if you had a chance to look it over.

I help people who've inherited property make sure they don't leave money on the table by selling too quickly to an investor. I'd be glad to put together a free market analysis so you know exactly what the home is worth.

My number is XXX-XXX-XXXX. I look forward to hearing from you! 


Option 2: 

Hi HOMEOWNER! It’s AGENT NAME from BROKERAGE. I work with a lot of families handling inherited properties, and I wanted to reach out in case you could use some help — whether that's checking on the house, recommending someone for repairs, or just talking through your options for the property.

No pressure at all, just let me know what would be useful. My number is XXX-XXX-XXXX

Text Message Templates

First Message Options:

  1. Hi FIRST_NAME, it's AGENT NAME from BROKERAGE. I sent you some information about the property at PROPERTY_ADDRESS a little while back — did you get a chance to look it over?

  2. Hi FIRST_NAME, it's AGENT NAME from BROKERAGE. I help families who've inherited property avoid selling for less than it's worth. Happy to put together a free market analysis for you, no obligation — just let me know.

Text Message — Follow-Up Options:

  1. I've seen a lot of inherited homes get sold quickly to investors for well below market value. I'd hate to see that happen here — I can walk you through what the home is actually worth. When's a good time to talk?

  2. If it's helpful, I can swing by and check on the property so you don't have to worry about its condition from a distance. Just let me know.

  3. I know a good group of contractors and cleanout crews if the property needs any work before selling — happy to send some recommendations your way.

  4. Whenever you're ready, I can put together a plan to get the home sold for top dollar without the delays or discounts that come with selling to an investor. Just let me know a time that works.

Email Templates

Template Directions: Send this template to people who have recently inherited a home. Simply fill in the person’s name where it says HOMEOWNER in the subject line (if applicable), and fill in your own information in the email signature. 

Subject Lines: 

I heard you recently inherited a home…
Not sure what to do with your inherited home?
Did you recently inherit a home?
Not sure where to turn?

Body Text: 

HOMEOWNER,

I understand that you’re facing a difficult decision after inheriting a property from a loved one, and you should take all the time you need to decide on a next course of action.

No one wants the added stress of a real estate sale after losing a loved one. But if you do decide that you want to sell, I want to make sure your experience is as stress-free as possible.

I’d love to sit down and talk with you about the plan I’ve come up with to help you sell your new home. I can help you navigate everything from legal and family issues to home renovations. 

Will you take a leap of faith with me?

Your Name
Your Real Estate Company
Phone: (XXX) XXX-XXXX
Email: Name@Email.com