As Baby Boomers Age, More Southern California Families Face Selling an Inherited Home. A Westlake Village Team Explains Where to Start

Eric and Debra Ross of The Ross Realty Group at Keller Williams, Westlake Village, release a guide to hiring a certified probate and trust real estate specialist in Ventura and Los Angeles Counties

“Selling a parent’s home is one of the hardest things a family goes through, and it usually happens at the worst possible time,” said Debra Ross. “Probate and trust sales come with their own rules and timelines. Families deserve someone who knows the process inside and out, so they can focus on each other.”

Westlake Village, California, USA - Wednesday 4th, November 2026 - Families who inherit a home in California often face a legal process before they can sell it, and choosing the right real estate specialist can make that process far smoother. That is the message behind a new guide from Eric and Debra Ross of The Ross Realty Group at Keller Williams, Westlake Village.

The timing reflects a nationwide shift. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, all members of the baby boomer generation will be age 65 or older by 2030. As homes pass from one generation to the next, more families across Ventura and Los Angeles Counties are expected to find themselves selling property through probate or a trust.

These sales differ from a standard home sale. Some probate sales require court confirmation, and executors and trustees must follow specific steps, timelines and paperwork. The team’s new guide, How to Hire a Certified Probate and Trust Real Estate Specialist, explains what the process involves and what questions families should ask before hiring an agent. It includes a downloadable hiring checklist.

“Selling a parent’s home is one of the hardest things a family goes through, and it usually happens at the worst possible time,” said Debra Ross. “Probate and trust sales come with their own rules and timelines. Families deserve someone who knows the process inside and out, so they can focus on each other.”

The Ross Realty Group has a C.A.R. Certified Probate and Trust Specialist on staff and works alongside attorneys, executors and trustees throughout the sale.

“Most real estate agents aren’t equipped to handle these sales,” said Eric Ross. “Our goal is to take the guesswork out of it, explain every step in plain language and protect the value of the home for the family.”

The team offers a free, no-obligation consultation for families navigating an inherited home sale.

The full guide is available at How to Hire a Certified Probate and Trust Real Estate Specialist: https://agreatlistingagent.com/how-to-hire-a-certified-probate-trust-real-estate-specialist/

About Us

The Ross Realty Group at Keller Williams, Westlake Village, is led by Eric and Debra Ross, who are ranked among the top 1.5% of real estate agents in the United States. The team has served more than 348 families, closed more than $394 million in sales across Ventura and Los Angeles Counties and holds a perfect 5-star Google rating. Its services include probate and trust sales, divorce sales, relocation consulting and first-time buyer guidance. Debra Ross, CA DRE# 01938660. 

More information is available at https://www.YupSOLD.com.