How We Helped Judith Sell Her Late Brother’s Probate Home in Arlington, TX

This is the story of a property in Arlington’s Wooded Creek neighborhood that most buyers would have walked away from — and why we didn’t. 2010 Wesley Drive is one of those deals that reminded us why we do what we do.

Front exterior of 2010 Wesley Dr Arlington TX before purchase — brick home with overgrown yard
2010 Wesley Dr, Arlington TX — front exterior at time of walkthrough

A Family Member Out of State, a Stalled Probate, and a House Nobody Wanted to Touch

When Judith called us, she was overwhelmed. Her brother had passed away and left behind a home in Arlington she had never seen in person. She lived out of state, had no idea what condition the property was in, and the probate case had been sitting with the attorney barely moving for months. She didn’t know where to turn.

We drove out to Wesley Drive to take a look. What we found was one of the most challenging properties we’ve encountered in over 20 years of buying homes across the DFW Metroplex. The roof was leaking. The foundation was cracked. Windows were broken throughout. Squatters had been living in the home and using it as a base — and before them, people had ransacked both the house and the tool shed, taking anything of value that wasn’t bolted down.

Cluttered interior room at 2010 Wesley Dr Arlington TX — floor-to-ceiling bookshelves and debris left behind
Interior — floor-to-ceiling bookshelves, belongings left behind, sold completely as-is
Severely deteriorated bathroom shower at 2010 Wesley Dr Arlington TX — heavy mold and water damage on walls
Bathroom — heavy mold and water damage, no repairs required before sale

We Stepped In and Secured the Property

Rather than walking away, we came alongside Judith. The first thing we did was help get the property secured so the situation on the ground didn’t get any worse while the legal process ran its course. We then worked to help push the probate file forward — coordinating with the attorney, staying on top of the court process, and keeping Judith informed every step of the way from across the country.

Backyard of 2010 Wesley Dr Arlington TX showing collapsed shed structure and squatter activity
Backyard — collapsed shed, debris piles, evidence of squatter activity
Interior of 2010 Wesley Dr Arlington TX showing wood burning stove and names written on exposed brick
Interior — wood burning stove, cluttered walls, names written on exposed brick by squatters

Nine Months of Patience — Then We Closed

We negotiated a fair price with Judith that reflected the real condition of the property. But due to circumstances completely outside anyone’s control, we had to wait nine months before the probate judge signed the order giving Judith the legal authority to sell. That’s nine months of follow-up calls, attorney coordination, title company communication, and keeping everything in place — all while Judith waited and hoped from out of state.

When the order finally came through, we were ready. We closed and funded without delay.

Back of 2010 Wesley Dr Arlington TX showing severe structural damage to rear porch and debris in yard
Rear of property — severe structural damage to porch and roof, mattress and debris in yard

What This Deal Really Meant

Judith was relieved in a way that’s hard to put into words. She had been carrying the weight of this property — a property she’d never even visited — for years through the probate process. She didn’t know if she’d ever be able to sell it, let alone find someone willing to work through the legal complexity and the physical condition of the home. When we finally closed, she told us she hadn’t expected anyone to stick with her through all of it.

For us, that’s what this work is about. Not every deal is clean. Not every timeline is short. But if you need someone who will show up, secure your property, navigate a complicated situation, and actually get to the closing table — that’s what DFW I Buy Houses does.

Do You Have a Probate Property in Arlington or the DFW Area?

Arlington is a city of nearly 400,000 people spread across Tarrant County, sitting squarely between Dallas and Fort Worth along I-20 and I-30. It’s one of the largest cities in Texas without a commuter rail system, and its neighborhoods range from well-established mid-century brick homes like the one on Wesley Drive to newer suburban developments near the entertainment district. Probate properties, inherited homes, and distressed situations are more common here than most people realize — and they require a buyer who understands how to work through the process, not around it.

If you’re dealing with a probate property, an inherited home, or any situation where the path to selling feels complicated, call Shannan at 469-361-4402. We’ve seen it before and we know how to get to the finish line.

We buy homes throughout Arlington and across the entire DFW Metroplex — in any condition, at any stage of the legal process. No repairs required, no agents, no commissions. Just a direct cash offer and a team that will stick with you. Reach us anytime at 469-361-4402 or visit dfwibuyhouses.com.

If you’re ready to talk, don’t wait. Call 469-361-4402 today.