Probate


Introduction
Over the past 20 years we have worked with several law firms in Orange, Los Angeles and Riverside Counties on market evaluations and if required the sale of probate and properties held in trust. We have listed and sold numerous probate properties. Many of these sales required full court approval and were subject to overbid. We avoid common mistakes made by most Realtors in dealing with these properties. Our references can attest to the wide variety of Executors, Successor Trustee's and Heirs we have worked with and the knowledge gained from each experience. Whatever your real estate needs, we are here to assist you.


Understanding Your Needs
Having worked with many conservators, trustees and probate professionals over the years, we have seen first-hand the pressures and stress that go along with these transactions. Our ultimate goal is to help alleviate this stress as much as possible, by being reliable, competent and accessible. We believe in going the extra mile. If we have made your job easier, then we are satisfied that we have done our job.


Services We Offer at No Cost or Obligation to You
Comparative Market Evaluations
Preliminary Title Reports
Customized Property Searches (to quickly find deeds of trust and liens)
Innovative Marketing Plan


Client References


Steven Patterson
Patterson, Hanna & Associates
714-992-1590

Michelyn Miller
Patterson, Hanna & Associates
714-992-1590

Jill Brousard
Hardee & Broussard
562-346-3203

Amy VonEsch
Patterson, Hanna & Associates
714-992-1590

Margaret Heine
714-578-2942

Testimonials
"In my eight years of probate sales experience, Vince Campion has been the "go-to guy" for a probate sale. Vince is willing to work with me on issues that arise, keep the client happy and move the matter forward to ensure a smooth sale process. He is highly professional and a true pleasure to work with."

– Jill Brousard, Attorney at Law

Professional Associations
Board Member & Past President - Boys & Girls Club of Brea-Placentia-Yorba Linda
Member of Yorba Linda Sunrise Rotary Club
Member of Whittier Host Lions Club for 15 Years and Past President Student
Member of Orange County Board of Realtors
Member Multi-Regional Board of Realtors
Member National Association or Realtors
Member of California Association of Realtors

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Experienced Probate Realtor

Probate is the legal process of administering the estate of a deceased person by resolving all claims and distributing the deceased person’s real and personal property under the valid will.

Probate generally last several months and often times over a year for all property to be distributed.

Disposing of real property in a probate requires the Realtor to understand what probate is, and to be sure to market the property in the best interest of the estate following procedures set down by the court. The Realtor also needs to be mindful of the role as agent only for the estate and not become entangled in any legal issues or disputes between the heirs. Keeping notes, documenting marking efforts and being able to show the property was exposed to all interest parties at times is critical should things get contentious.

I often see probate properties treated as normal sales and they are not. Posting a property as pending or back-up in the MLS, installing a “SOLD” sign prior to court approval, not posting a court date for properties subject to overbidding are just a few of the errors made that can cause the estate lost dollars and maybe even more importantly court delays. The agents duty is to the estate only, not to a buyer, beneficiary, creditor etc.

To avoid probate we all should consider having a family trust. However if your only option is probate, the attorneys and administrators need to work with Realtors with verifiable probate sales experience and referrals. Please call me if you need a referral to an attorney to set up a trust or if you need and experienced probate Realtor.

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