Quite often individuals are left with a family home as a result of the passing of a loved one. This means you've likely inherited a house. In many cases, this means that it is a second home and not one that they wish to keep so they want to sell it. When the Will is going through probate, the heirs often want to sell the houseā¦even while the house is in probate.. Unfortunately, selling a house in probate is not an easy process and can be lengthy and somewhat frustrating.