Ashley Pugliesi, Realtor

08/15/2026

🎉 We Made It! The Ultimate Secret to PA Probate Real Estate... 👇

Over the last 30 days, we have tackled the good, the bad, and the ugly of Pennsylvania probate real estate. From surviving municipal inspections and clearing phantom liens to preventing family feuds over the list price, we’ve covered it all!

If you are stepping into the role of an executor and feeling overwhelmed, take a deep breath. Selling an inherited home is never just a real estate transaction—it is the closing of a chapter. It is saying goodbye to the walls that held your family's story. Navigating those heavy emotions while managing a strict legal process is a lot to handle.

But here is the ultimate secret: Probate is a team sport. 🤝

You are not supposed to carry this weight alone! Your job as an executor gets infinitely easier when you build the right team:
A great estate attorney to handle the courthouse and legal filings.
A specialized Realtor to protect the property, run a thorough market analysis, and maximize the estate's equity.
If you are stepping into this role, I want to make the process as smooth and stress-free as possible for you.

👉 Comment or DM me the word "GUIDE" and I will send you my completely free, plain-English Pennsylvania Probate Guide!

Thank you so much for joining me on this 30-day journey. Remember, no matter where this process takes you, all roads lead home. 🏡✨

Contact Me:
Ashley Pugliesi
Jordan Jankowski Team
Coldwell Banker
9600 Perry Hwy Ste 100
Pittsburgh, PA 15237
C. 412-689-0172
O. 412-366-1600
[email protected]

Legal Disclaimer: This video and caption are for informational and educational purposes only and do not constitute legal, financial, or tax advice. Every estate and probate situation is unique. Please consult with a qualified probate attorney or financial professional regarding your specific circumstances.

08/13/2026

🏡 When family asks for a "discount" on the inherited house... what do you do? 👇
If a relative wants to buy the family home, agreeing to a "family discount" might sound like the nice thing to do. But wait—what about the other siblings? Handing out a massive discount means the other heirs lose out on their rightful equity, and that is exactly where the family drama explodes. 💥

So, how do you handle an off-market family sale without ruining Thanksgiving? Let the data be the bad guy. 📉

Don't guess the price. Instead, bring in a Realtor to run a formal, data-driven Market Analysis. By establishing a documented price based on current local housing data, you take the emotion completely out of the transaction. If your relative wants the house, they buy it at the documented price. This protects the estate’s equity and ensures every heir gets their fair share.

This is Day 29 of my 30-day series navigating the ins and outs of Pennsylvania probate real estate! Whether you are managing an estate or buying your first property, remember that all roads lead home.

Drop a 🏠 in the comments if you found this helpful, and share this with someone who needs to hear it!

Contact Me:
Ashley Pugliesi
Jordan Jankowski Team
Coldwell Banker
9600 Perry Hwy Ste 100
Pittsburgh, PA 15237
C. 412-689-0172
O. 412-366-1600
[email protected]

Legal Disclaimer: This video and caption are for informational and educational purposes only and do not constitute legal, financial, or tax advice. Every estate situation is unique. Please consult with a qualified probate attorney or financial advisor regarding your specific circumstances.

08/11/2026

📦 Selling an Inherited House Packed to the Ceiling? Read This First! | Day 28 of 30

It’s a common—and overwhelming—scenario in probate: you inherit a property, but it's filled to the brim with decades of belongings, and the estate doesn't have the thousands of dollars needed for a professional cleanout crew.

So, can you just leave everything and sell the house completely "as-is"?

Yes, you can. But it comes at a steep price. 📉

Selling a house full of contents severely limits your buyer pool to investors. And here is the secret most won't tell you: an investor will typically discount their offer price by double what the actual cleanout would cost them, simply to account for the hassle factor.

The takeaway: If the estate can find a way to afford emptying the house, do it. You will almost always make that money back (and then some) with a higher purchase price on the open market! 💡

Welcome to Day 28 of my 30-Day Probate Real Estate Series! Follow along as we continue to break down the complexities of the estate process.

Need a reliable market analysis on an inherited property in the Pittsburgh area? Let's connect:

Ashley Pugliesi
Jordan Jankowski Team
Coldwell Banker
9600 Perry Hwy Ste 100
Pittsburgh, PA 15237
C. 412-689-0172
O. 412-366-1600
[email protected]

⚖️ Legal Disclaimer: The information provided in this video and caption is for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute legal, financial, or tax advice. Real estate laws and probate procedures vary by jurisdiction. Please consult with a licensed probate attorney or financial professional regarding your specific situation before making any legal or financial decisions.

08/10/2026

🛑 Stop the Bank from Taking Your Family's Equity! | Day 27 of 30

Did you inherit a property only to discover that mom or dad was behind on the mortgage or property taxes? 🏚️

Many executors assume that simply opening probate or notifying the bank of the passing will automatically stop a looming sheriff's sale or foreclosure. It doesn’t. While notifying the lender might temporarily pause things, the bank or county still has the legal right to auction the home to recoup their money.

But here is the good news: As the executor, you have the power to protect your family's hard-earned equity. Once you have your short certificate, you have the legal right to list and sell that house on the open market before the final auction occurs. 🏡✨

Don't let the bank walk away with what belongs to your family. If there is a foreclosure looming, you need to act fast: get your short certificate, get the house listed, pay off the debt, and keep the remaining cash for the estate.

Welcome to Day 27 of my 30-Day Probate Real Estate Series! Follow along as we continue to break down the complexities of the estate process so you can navigate it with confidence.

Reach out today if you need help navigating an inherited property sale:

Ashley Pugliesi
Jordan Jankowski Team
Coldwell Banker
9600 Perry Hwy Ste 100
Pittsburgh, PA 15237
C. 412-689-0172
O. 412-366-1600
[email protected]

⚖️ Legal Disclaimer: The information provided in this video and caption is for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute legal, financial, or tax advice. Real estate laws and probate procedures vary by jurisdiction. Please consult with a licensed probate attorney or financial professional regarding your specific situation before making any legal or financial decisions.

08/09/2026

If you are getting ready to list an inherited family home, please watch this first! 🛑

Day 26 of 30 | PA Probate Real Estate

It is incredibly tempting to use the phrase "Estate Sale" in the property description to explain away outdated wallpaper or older carpets. But as a real estate agent, I see this backfire all the time. When you label a home as an estate sale, investors and buyers immediately see a neon sign that says: "Desperate family, submit your lowest offer." It completely changes their psychology. 📉

Instead of focusing on a discount, we need to focus on the home's history. I love telling the true story of a property—highlighting those solid bones, the beautiful covered porch, and the generational memories built there. Let's market the home so buyers fall in love with its potential and compete for it, just like any other house on the block. 🏡❤️

If your family is navigating a probate sale and needs a strategic approach, reach out today!

Contact Info:
Ashley Pugliesi, Realtor
Jordan Jankowski Team
Coldwell Banker
9600 Perry Hwy Ste 100
Pittsburgh, PA 15237
C. 412-689-0172
O. 412-366-1600
[email protected]
roadsleadhome.com

⚖️ Disclaimer: For educational purposes only, not legal advice. I am a licensed PA Realtor, not an attorney. Consult a qualified estate attorney for your specific situation.

08/08/2026

This is the absolute toughest situation in probate real estate. 💔

Welcome to Day 25 of my 30-Day PA Probate Video Series! Today we are covering an emotional nightmare: What happens when mom and dad pass away, but one sibling refuses to move out of the family house?

If you are the executor and the will states the house must be sold and the cash split, you are in a tough spot. You can't just go over and change the locks. Under Pennsylvania law, that is an illegal "self-help" eviction. Even though they are family, they are legally considered a tenant. As the executor, you have a strict legal duty to fulfill the terms of the will, which means hiring an attorney and taking your own sibling to court to formally evict them.

It is heavy, it is heartbreaking, but it happens more often than you think. You don't have to navigate the real estate side alone. I am actually hosting weekly educational seminars this August covering the logistics of PA probate real estate—reach out if you'd like to join us or if you need immediate guidance. No matter the hurdles, all roads lead home.

Ashley Pugliesi, Realtor
Jordan Jankowski Team
Coldwell Banker
9600 Perry Hwy Ste 100
Pittsburgh PA 15237
C. 412-689-0172 | O. 412-366-1600
[email protected]
roadsleadhome.com

⚖️ Disclaimer: For educational purposes only, not legal advice. I am a licensed PA Realtor, not an attorney. Consult a qualified estate attorney for your specific situation.

08/06/2026

Thinking about taking that heirloom dining room chandelier before settlement? Stop right there! 🚨

Day 24 | PA Probate Real Estate

One of the most common issues during estate sales is the "Fixture Fight." Family members often assume that because an item belonged to a parent, anyone can take it as a keepsake. However, real estate contracts strictly distinguish between personal property and fixtures:

Personal Property: Freestanding items like sofas, tables, or area rugs.

Fixtures: Items attached to the property by screws, nails, or wiring—like chandeliers, custom blinds, built-in mirrors, or ceiling fans.

Once a home is under contract, all fixtures convey to the buyer. Taking them post-contract can lead to legal disputes, closing delays, or demands for financial compensation.

Pro Tip for Executors & Heirs: If someone wants an attached item, unmount it and replace it with a neutral fixture before taking listing photos or hosting showings.

Navigating probate real estate in Western Pennsylvania? Let's make the process simple and seamless.

Ashley Pugliesi, Realtor
Jordan Jankowski Team | Coldwell Banker
📍 9600 Perry Hwy Ste 100, Pittsburgh, PA 15237
📞 C. 412-689-0172 | O. 412-366-1600
📧 [email protected]
🌐 roadsleadhome.com

Disclaimer: This content is provided for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute legal, financial, or tax advice. Real estate laws and contract terms vary by jurisdiction. Consult a licensed attorney or estate legal professional for guidance on specific probate matters or legal property disputes.

08/05/2026

07/29/2026

Welcome to Day 22 of my PA Probate Real Estate Series!

📍 Today we are tackling a very common question: What happens when heirs completely disagree on what to do with the family home?

Often, one sibling wants to keep the house, but the others want their share of the cash.
From a real estate perspective, a sibling can't just take over the property without compensating the other heirs for their share of the Fair Market Value.

To keep things completely fair, the estate will typically hire a certified appraiser to determine the true dollar value of the home today.

✅ If the sibling can secure a mortgage to buy out the other heirs at that documented number—awesome!

✅ But if they can't qualify for the buyout, the standard solution is to list the house on the open market so everyone gets their equal share of the cash proceeds.

If a family member refuses to cooperate, that’s when your estate attorney steps in to guide the court process. Relying on objective housing data takes the emotion out of it and keeps the peace.

If you have questions about navigating inherited property in Pennsylvania, please reach out. Ensuring a smooth process is how we make sure all roads lead home. 🛣️🏡

Contact & Info:
Ashley Pugliesi, Realtor
The Jordan Jankowski Team | Coldwell Banker
📍 9600 Perry Highway, Suite 100, Pittsburgh, PA 15237
☎️ Office: 412-366-1600
📱 Cell: 412-689-0172
🌐 roadsleadhome.com
📧 [email protected]

Disclaimer: I am not an attorney. This is educational; please seek legal advice.

07/26/2026

Here's a scenario that trips up more families than you'd think:

A parent's will splits the house three ways between siblings. But the deed only lists ONE child as a joint owner. Which one wins?

On Day 21 of my PA Probate Real Estate series - It comes down to how the deed is titled — not just what the will says. Depending on the exact ownership language on the deed, the outcome can look completely different from what the will intended.

This is exactly why parents adding a child to the deed "to make things easier" can unintentionally spark a legal fight once the other siblings realize where they stand.

If your family is navigating something like this, don't guess based on a social media post — have a real estate attorney pull the deed and review the ownership language before anyone acts on the will. And keep in mind: avoiding probate doesn't automatically mean avoiding taxes — that's a separate conversation with your attorney or CPA.

⚠️ I'm not an attorney — this is for educational purposes only. Please consult a qualified estate attorney for guidance specific to your situation.

Ashley Pugliesi, Realtor
Jordan Jankowski Team | Coldwell Banker
9600 Perry Highway, Ste 100, Pittsburgh, PA 15237
📱 412-689-0172 | ☎️ 412-366-1600
✉️ [email protected] | 🌐 roadsleadhome.com