Estate & Probate Sales
Selling a home as an executor
Handling an estate is a lot. The property doesn’t have to be. I look after the home, from clearing it out to closing, so it’s one less thing on your list.
Got a letter from me?
When an estate goes through probate in BC, the filing becomes public record. My letter is a short introduction, in case you’d like help with the property. There’s no obligation, and you don’t need to reply.
How it works
Selling around probate
Before the grant
If the home needs a clear-out, repairs or cleaning, I arrange it with local vendors I work with. Often it can be listed too, so there’s no lost time.
After the grant
The sale can complete. I handle the offers and the paperwork through to closing, and walk you through anything you need to sign.
Throughout
One point of contact. I line up vendors, hold the keys and supervise the work, so you don’t have to be there.
Your lawyer will confirm what applies to your estate.
How I help
One point of contact, every detail handled
One point of contact
From preparing the home to closing, you deal with me. I keep the estate lawyer or notary in the loop so the sale lines up with the legal side.
Navigating family dynamics
It’s common for not everyone involved in an estate to see eye to eye, and I’m used to it. With your OK, I make myself available to the beneficiaries and give them the information they need, so everyone’s on the same page and you’re not left explaining it alone.
Timing around probate
In BC, an executor usually needs the grant of probate before a sale can complete. We can still get the home ready, and often list it, while you wait. I’ll plan the timeline around where you are.
Property coordination at no extra cost
Clean-outs, maintenance, landscaping and improvements, through local vendors I trust. I line it up and you approve it. There’s no charge from me for coordinating it.
Belongings handled with care
I work with professional liquidators, estate sale companies and donation centres, so the contents are dealt with properly and the family doesn’t have to do it alone.
Keys, scheduling and supervision
I hold the keys, book the trades and supervise the work on site. Whether you live out of town or just want a hands-off approach, you never have to leave work or travel to let someone in.
Protecting the estate’s bottom line
I get several quotes from vetted vendors instead of taking the first one, use the preferred rates I’ve negotiated with local vendors, and only recommend improvements that add more value than they cost.
Absolutely a pleasure to deal with Jacob, professional, prompt, knowledgeable with the ability to illustrate via documentation and facts in what he is trying to communicate without all the fluff. His no pressure attitude was a pleasant surprise given our meeting was via a cold call from him introducing himself so my expectations were met and surpassed. I highly recommend Jacob. Thx
Common questions
Questions executors ask me
Why did I get a letter from you?
When an estate goes through probate in BC, the filing becomes public record. My letter is a short introduction, in case you’d like help with the property. There’s no obligation, and you don’t need to reply.
Can we sell the house before probate is granted?
You can usually prepare the home and often list it, but the sale normally can’t complete until the grant is issued. Your lawyer will confirm what applies to your estate.
Does the coordination cost extra?
No. Coordinating vendors, keys and scheduling is part of my service. The vendors’ own invoices are paid by the estate, and nothing goes ahead without your approval of the quote.
Do we have to empty the house before listing?
Not always. Sometimes a few pieces of furniture help. I’ll walk through the home with you and suggest what to keep, sell, donate or remove.
I’m the executor but I live in another province. Can you help?
Yes. A lot of the work can be done by phone, video and electronic signing. I’ll handle what needs someone in person.
Get in touch
Tell me about the estate
Share as much or as little as you like, whenever you’re ready. Everything you tell me stays confidential.