From clearing and cleaning to selling, I handle every detail of preparing a loved one's home for sale - compassionate, seamless and all in one place.
Navigating the sale of a home after the loss of a loved one can be an emotional and complex process. I understand the importance of handling these situations with care and respect. My specialized estate clearing services are here to help you focus on what matters most while ensuring the property is ready for a successful sale.
What I Offer:
• Estate Clearing Assistance: I manage the process of sorting, removing and organizing items, ensuring each step is handled with sensitivity and professionalism. When possible, items will be sent for recycling or non-profit donation.
• Coordination with Cleaning Services: I collaborate with trusted cleaning professionals to ensure the home is refreshed and ready for listing. The level of cleaning and detailing is different for all properties and client and I make sure that the job is done properly.
• Repair Expertise: With years of experience in real estate, home inspection and renovation, I provide expert advice and coordination with trades who you may want to hire to make minor repairs for optimal market appeal.
• Flexible Timing: I work with your timeline, providing fast and reliable service without compromising quality.
• Discreet and Respectful Service: I maintain privacy and dignity throughout the process, understanding the challenges that come with losing a loved one.
Why Choose Me?
- One stop shop – coordinate the emptying, cleaning, preparation and sale of your property with one point of contact.
- My background as a real estate developer, home builder, and inspector gives me a unique perspective to maximize your property's potential.
- A compassionate approach tailored to your unique needs.
- A commitment to making this transition as smooth and stress-free as possible.
Need Legal Advice or Services?
In British Columbia, an executor has several responsibilities when probating an estate, especially concerning the deceased person's home or real estate.
- Inventory and Valuation: The executor must create a detailed inventory of all assets, including the home and determine its market value.
- Probate Application: The executor needs to submit the will for probate through the Supreme Court of British Columbia. Probate legally confirms the executor's authority to manage the estate.
- Securing the Property: The executor must ensure the home is secure, including changing locks if necessary, and maintaining insurance coverage.
- Managing Debts and Taxes: Outstanding debts related to the property, such as mortgages or property taxes, must be settled. The executor is also responsible for filing the deceased's final tax returns.
- Preparing for Sale: If the will specifies that the home should be sold, the executor oversees the sale process, including hiring a realtor, staging the property, and ensuring compliance with legal requirements.
- Distribution of Proceeds: After the sale, the executor distributes the proceeds to beneficiaries as outlined in the will.
These tasks require careful attention to detail and adherence to legal obligations. Executors often seek legal advice to navigate the complexities of estate administration effectively.
I recommend contacting a law firm that is experienced in preparing wills, transferring assets into trusts or joint ownership, and establishing powers of attorney and healthcare directives along with offering a full scope of estate administration, from applying for the initial grant of probate or administration to passing final accounts and discharging the executor.
Some services that should be handled through or in conjunction with a lawyer include:
Estate Planning
- Preparing wills, powers of attorney, advanced directives and representation agreements
- Transferring assets into trust or joint ownership
Estate Administration
- Preparing wills, powers of attorney, advanced directives and representation agreements
- Transferring assets into trust or joint ownership
Estate Litigation
- Challenging the validity of wills
- Wills variation applications
- Executor disputes
- Negotiating estate settlements
I work directly with the executors and lawyers handling the estate so you don't need to spend time coordinating the communications. Contact me today for a consultation, and together, I'll ensure the property is ready for its next chapter.
