Carla Kelley

Loss through death is a hard thing to experience in any circumstance.  It can be daunting to settle the financial affairs of a friend or family member.   Most people are unfamiliar with the process and don’t know where to begin.  There is a specific court protocol that must be followed involving many aspects of the estate and an attorney can be a valuable guide.  As the Executor or Administrator, you will have many duties to the estate.  These duties will include, but not be limited to, filing appropriate documents, inventory and safeguarding of assets, paying  bills and taxes, filing tax returns, collecting all valid claims of the estate and distributing any remainder to the beneficiaries.  This can make the grieving worse and be overwhelming. 
Often the decedent’s home will be sold through the probate process to cover debt claims against the estate. It may also be sold so that the proceeds can be used to equally distribute the cash value of the estate amongst multiple beneficiaries.  Raw emotions, additional expenses, and more stress and strain dealing with the sale of the property can take its toll on all involved.  It can take from 6 to 18 months to settle an estate, possibly even longer. 
As a Certified Probate Real Estate Agent I can help alleviate some of the difficulty during this time.   I have been specially trained on the process of selling real estate through the probate process.  In order to receive this certification, I passed a test that measures my ability to handle complex probate property sales procedures.
There are numerous benefits of working with a CPRES.  You will have someone who is trustworthy, courteous and professional in a difficult time and who can support you with needed expertise.  As a CPRES agent I can provide expert guidance in preparation of the home, correct pricing, marketing and negotiations all with an understanding of the probate process.  
The goal is to make a quick sale for top dollar which can save the estate extra attorney fees, taxes and insurance which can all add up.
Remember time is money.  You’ll be spending money to cover the bills for the house every month the estate continues to own the home. The sooner it sells, the less expenses for the estate.
The first step is a free consultation and evaluation of the property.
Thank you for checking me out.  It will be my honor to be of service.
Carla Kelley