Handling an estate after someone passes away can feel very overwhelming. The person in charge—called an executor or administrator—has to deal with funeral plans, family matters, and their own job and daily life. On top of that, they must go through a legal process that is often confusing and unfamiliar.
This is where Price Auctions & Estates can help make things much easier. We auction a large number of properties, have strong experience selling personal property, and have more than 35 years of combined business experience. That background allows us to guide families through the probate process step by step.
For example, we recently worked on an estate that included household items, collectibles, a large gun collection, a house in Sanford with possible commercial value, and farmland in Lee County. The executor was an adult child who lived in another state and had a full-time professional career.
The items inside the home were not a good fit for a full, live auction at the house. Instead, we suggested an estate tag sale to sell many of the everyday items. For the more valuable pieces, we held an online-only auction using our bidding platform to reach more buyers. The home itself was a strong candidate for a live real estate auction, and it performed well in the market. Just as important, the entire process was organized and simplified for the executor.
The family is still deciding what to do with the farmland. In the meantime, we prepared a Broker’s Opinion of Value to help the executor understand what the property may be worth and to provide information to the probate court. When the family is ready to sell, our Farm & Ranch division is prepared to handle the marketing and sale.
Situations like this are common in probate. What makes the difference is having the right experience and the right team. In addition to marketing and selling real estate, we assist with many other estate responsibilities, including:
- Selling real estate and personal property
- Preparing Broker Opinions of Value
- Providing personal property appraisals
- Coordinating property maintenance
- Arranging clean-out and trash removal
- Communicating clearly and professionally with attorneys and other estate professionals
Because of this, we are a strong and reliable resource for probate attorneys and the families they serve.nts.
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