Sale of probate real estate and traditional real estate can be very different experiences. That is why it is important to find a specialized probate real estate agent, like me, who will assist you in the process and make your…
The simple answer is “yes”, a tax identification number or EIN (employer identification number) is necessary when acting as an Inland Empire & High Desert executor, administrator or trustee. How is a Tax Identification Number different than a Social Security…
When someone dies without a living trust and leaves real property that needs to be sold to settle the estate, a Certified Probate Real Estate Advisor (CPREA) will make the entire process simpler, for you. A CPREA has specific expertise…
In the past few months I’ve spoken with several Executors and administrators who are responsible for a property in probate and they were confused about whether the best decision is to sell the estate home directly to a cash investor…
There are several factors that go into how the value of estate real property is determined. The first consideration of determining property value is condition of the property and premises; second is location and neighborhood, and the third is recent…
At the Volsch Team we have dealt with many obstacles and come up with cost-effective solutions when helping our clients sell their real estate. One of the most common and difficult hurdles our sellers have faced when preparing their house…
If you have ever participated in a weekend of showing of any Inland Empire or High Desert real estate, you will have noticed that some houses make you feel welcome while others make you feel like you need to turn…
All Inland Empire & High Desert probate real estate transactions require that the property of your loved one be appraised. The appraisal will be completed by a licensed appraiser know as a Probate Referee. This process is to determine the…
Private information is meant to stay private unless it’s revealed by the one involved or affected. Because of that, most personal representatives are surprised by the many phone calls and mail related to the estate they are responsible for, particularly…
As an executor, administrator, or trustee (personal representative or PR) responsible for a probate or a trust administration, being aware of estate property seller disclosures that protect the estate is critical. The various disclosures will need to be completed by…