When a loved one passes, there is a great deal of work that must be done to divide up their belongings. Many times, their home is filled with not only a lifetime of memories but boxes of old photos, furniture,…
Yes, a house can be sold in probate. The simple answer to this question is yes; a house can be sold while in probate. Real estate is typically the largest asset within the estate and experience shows that most Executors…
Personal representatives are often surprised by the deluge of phone calls and mail related to the estate for which they are responsible. While probate professionals understand the legal notice requirement, personal representatives are often overwhelmed. Some courts include a full…
When settling an estate, sending things cross-country after death can be challenging. There are a number of ways that these items can be safely transported after someone has passed away. Determining what needs to be shipped is the first step;…
You’re probably curious about the five risks of over-pricing a home in the housing market. It happens to the best of us, we think that our home is much nicer than the one next door, and of course, then we…
Your clients will often need the help of an estate sale company. Finding the right company helps pass their loved one’s treasures to new owners in a respectful and well-organized way. By hiring a reputable estate sale company, the process…
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…