A Clear Plan for
Probate Sales
Certified Probate & Trust Specialist.
20+ years walking families through estate sales with empathy,
vendor coordination, and a clear next step at every stage. years.
Patience for the Process
Probate sales aren't normal sales. There's grief, paperwork, attorneys, siblings, and decisions no one wants to be making.
Jon and I move at your family's pace and explain every step in plain language.
Coordination With Your Attorney
We work directly with your probate or trust attorney. Court timelines, required notifications, executor signatures, we coordinate the real estate side so you don't have to be the middle person.
A Vendor Network for Everything Needed
Estate sale specialists, cleanout services, junk haulers, contractors, photographers, stagers. We've built these relationships over 20 years so you don't have to find anyone yourself.
Why Probate Sales Are Different
Settling a parent's estate is hard enough. Selling their home shouldn't add to the weight.
Most probate properties haven't been touched in years. The carpet is dated, the kitchen needs work, items from
a lifetime fill every room, and the family is trying to figure out what to keep, what to donate, what to throw away.
On top of all that, there are court deadlines, attorney requirements, and sibling discussions to coordinate.
Jon and I are Certified Probate & Trust Specialists. Over 20 years we've helped many families navigate this
exact situation. We know what to fix and what to leave alone. We know when to push for an "as-is" sale and
when prep pays off. We know how to keep the process moving while giving your family the space to grieve.
Our job is to take the real estate weight off your shoulders so your family can focus on each other.
Probate Sales We Help With
.
Selling a parent's home after they've passed
.
Trust sales where the property needs to be liquidated for heirs
.
Court-confirmed probate sales with overbid procedures
.
Properties needing major prep work before listing
.
"As-is" sales when the family wants to move quickly
.
Coordinating sales when heirs live in different states
.
Working with executors, administrators, or trustees
How We Work Together
.
1. Initial Consultation
We meet at the property or by video.
We listen, learn the family's situation, and explain how the process works. Your attorney is welcome to join.
.
2. Coordination With Your Attorney
We coordinate directly with your probate or trust attorney to align on timelines, required notifications, and signature flow.
.
3. Property Assessment
Walk through the home together. We tell you honestly what's worth doing (cleanout, light repairs, paint) and what isn't worth the investment for a probate sale.
.
4. Vendor Coordination
If cleanout, repairs, or staging are needed, we bring in trusted vendors and oversee the work so the family doesn't have to.
.
5. Listing and Sale
Professional marketing, controlled showings, multiple-offer management when applicable, and all court-required disclosures handled.
.
6. Close With Care
Erin (our transaction coordinator) manages every deadline, document, and disbursement. Heirs receive clean records for the estate.
Certified to Handle Probate
Certified Probate & Trust Specialist
20+ Years of Experience
CSP Certified Senior Professional
Faith-Grounded Integrity
F A Q S
Do we need to wait for probate to officially open before talking to you?
No. We often help families before probate is formally filed, so you have a plan ready when you're ready to act.
What if siblings or heirs disagree on selling?
We're patient and we help families talk through the options together. We don't take sides among family members. We focus on the sale of the property.
Do we have to fix up the home before selling?
Not necessarily. Many probate properties sell "as-is." We'll walk through with you and give an honest assessment of what's worth doing and what isn't.
How does the court-confirmation process work?
For court-confirmed sales, there's a specific process including a court hearing and possible overbid procedure. We've handled these and will walk your family through every step alongside your attorney.
Are you certified specifically for probate work?
Yes. Michelle holds the Certified Probate & Trust Specialist designation and has worked on probate and trust sales for 20+ years.
When You're Ready, We're Here
No pressure, no rush. We'll sit with you, listen first, and lay out a clear plan whenever your family is
ready to move forward.
Michelle & Jon Dubner
Dubner Real Estate Group | Equity Union
DRE# 01496647 | 02118617
Michelle: 661-219-5517
25124 Springfield Ct, Ste. 100 Valencia, CA 91355
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Copyright 2026. Michelle and Jon Dubner's Account. All Rights Reserved.
A Clear Plan for
Probate Sales
Certified Probate & Trust Specialist.
20+ years walking families through
estate sales with empathy, vendor
coordination, and a clear next step
at every stage. years.
Patience for the Process
Probate sales aren't normal sales. There's grief, paperwork, attorneys, siblings, and decisions no one wants to be making. Jon and I move at your
family's pace and explain every step in plain language.
Coordination With Your Attorney
We work directly with your probate or trust attorney.
Court timelines, required notifications, executor signatures, we coordinate the real estate side
so you don't have to be the middle person.
A Vendor Network for Everything Needed
Estate sale specialists, cleanout services, junk haulers, contractors, photographers, stagers. We've built these relationships over 20 years so you don't have to find anyone yourself.
Why Probate Sales Are Different
Settling a parent's estate is hard enough. Selling their home shouldn't add to the weight.
Most probate properties haven't been touched in years. The carpet is dated, the kitchen needs work, items from
a lifetime fill every room, and the family is trying to figure out what to keep, what to donate, what to throw away.
On top of all that, there are court deadlines, attorney requirements, and sibling discussions to coordinate.
Jon and I are Certified Probate & Trust Specialists. Over 20 years we've helped many families navigate this exact situation. We know what to fix and what to leave alone. We know when to push for an "as-is" sale and when prep pays off. We know how to keep the process moving while giving your family the space to grieve.
Our job is to take the real estate weight off your shoulders so your family can focus on each other.
Probate Sales
We Help With
.
Selling a parent's home after they've passed
.
Trust sales where the property needs to be liquidated for heirs
.
Court-confirmed probate sales with overbid procedures
.
Properties needing major prep work before listing
.
"As-is" sales when the family wants to move quickly
.
Coordinating sales when heirs live in different states
.
Working with executors, administrators, or trustees
How We Work Together
.
1. Initial Consultation
We meet at the property or by video.
We listen, learn the family's situation, and explain how the process works. Your attorney is welcome to join.
.
2. Coordination With Your Attorney
We coordinate directly with your probate or trust attorney to align on timelines, required notifications, and signature flow.
.
3. Property Assessment
Walk through the home together. We tell you honestly what's worth doing (cleanout, light repairs, paint) and what isn't worth the investment for a probate sale.
.
4. Vendor Coordination
If cleanout, repairs, or staging are needed, we bring in trusted vendors and oversee the work so the family doesn't have to.
.
5. Listing and Sale
Professional marketing, controlled showings, multiple-offer management when applicable, and all court-required disclosures handled.
.
6. Close With Care
Erin (our transaction coordinator) manages every deadline, document, and disbursement. Heirs receive clean records for the estate.
Certified to
Handle Probate
Certified Probate & Trust Specialist
20+ Years of Experience
CSP Certified Senior Professional
Faith-Grounded Integrity
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F A Q S
Do we need to wait for probate to officially open before talking to you?
No. We often help families before probate is formally filed, so you have a plan ready when you're ready to act.
What if siblings or heirs disagree on selling?
We're patient and we help families talk through the options together. We don't take sides among family members. We focus on the sale of the property.
Do we have to fix up the home before selling?
Not necessarily. Many probate properties sell "as-is." We'll walk through with you and give an honest assessment of what's worth doing and what isn't.
How does the court-confirmation process work?
For court-confirmed sales, there's a specific process including a court hearing and possible overbid procedure. We've handled these and will walk your family through every step alongside your attorney.
Are you certified specifically for probate work?
Yes. Michelle holds the Certified Probate & Trust Specialist designation and has worked on probate and trust sales for 20+ years.
When You're Ready, We're Here
No pressure, no rush. We'll sit with you, listen first, and lay out a clear plan whenever your family is ready to move forward.
Michelle & Jon Dubner
Dubner Real Estate Group | Equity Union
DRE# 01496647 | 02118617
Michelle: 661-219-5517
Jon: 818-422-9639
25124 Springfield Ct, Ste. 100 Valencia, CA 91355
Copyright 2026. Michelle and Jon Dubner's Account. All Rights Reserved.
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