"I don't know where to start!" That is the comment I hear most often when it comes to settling the estate of your loved one. Who has the will, was there a will? Is there an Executor named or Personal Representative? How do I start probate? Do I need an attorney? Where are the personal papers, insurance policies, etc. What do I do with the stuff? Will family take it? Can I sell it or donate it? Does this affect the estate? Is there someone that will buy the remainder of the estate once I divide items to the family? Can I get tax deductions if I donate items from the estate to a worthy non-profit? How does the real property get handled through the estate if I sell it? What if I sell it or give it to a family member? Are there tax consequences to the estate? I know this can be a very troubling and stressful time. There is a massive amount of things to consider and to do. While you would like to be spending as much time with family as possible-especially if many family members come far distances. I understand and offer my professional services, expertise, and network of professionals to help you through the process from beginning to end. If there is a will held by an estate attorney-that is always your best place to start. The attorney will have already been involved with the final wishes of the loved one and will be able to quickly and easily start the process. If you have no attorney, our professional Estate Attorney can sit down with you and start you through the process. Once you have good legal advice, I will come in and help you decide how to handle all the "stuff" and the real estate. After the family has divided personal possessions, heirlooms, or keepsakes, I have people that can come in to do the final clean out of the property to get it ready for sale. If you want to sell the items or donate the items to a worthy non-profit, I work with groups that accommodate your needs in a quick and efficient manner. If there is a large amount of trash or cleanup to do, we also have companies that can come in to do that for you-all at a very reasonable price. Whether you are going to sell to a family member or put the property on the maket you will need a thorough market report to insure the property is priced properly. There are also certain forms and disclosures required by law that I will handle as a part of the sales transaction, consistently working with your attorney to bring the entire transaction to a speedy and successful close. For more information, get your questions answered, or contact our estate attorney feel free to contact me at 443-912-4866 or email: I and my network of professionals are here to aid you in your time of need! |