How It Works
GETTING STARTED
• An Estate Representative Package along with a preliminary competitive market analysis will be
submitted to you and/or your client.
• We discuss the pricing options, my suggestions to improve the marketability and develop a
strategy to obtain the highest possible net price.
• We complete the probate listing agreement, and I develop the marketing plan for the property.
PREPARING THE PROPERTY
• Upon the estate representative’s approval, I contact a CREIA licensed property inspector to inspect
the property and provide a property condition report.
• If necessary, I contact outside vendors for bids on repairs and submit them to the estate
representative for approval. Including:
•Professional cleaning service •Distribution of personal items
•Landscaping maintenance service •Paint contractor
•Flooring repair or replacement •Utility providers
•I submit weekly updates to the estate representative and/or you along with photographs
documenting the repair process.
MARKETING THE PROPERTY
• I will apply the best possible up-to-date methods of exposing the property to potential buyers. Refer
to the enclosed Marketing Plan.
RECEIVING OFFERS TO PURCHASE
• I submit all offers to the estate representative and/or you along with an estimated net sheet of the
proceeds.
• I negotiate with the buyer’s agent on behalf of the estate to obtain satisfactory price and terms.
• I will attend the court confirmation hearing, if applicable..
FOLLOWING THE NEGOTIATING PROCESS
• I contact the escrow company with all the agreed upon contract information.
• I coordinate with all the various entities and submit weekly progress reports to you and the estate
representative.
FOLLOWING THE NEGOTIATING PROCESS
• Once the property closes escrow, a proceeds check minus all liens, closing costs and your fee (as
an added service –if you desire), will be generated.
• I am still available for any questions or concerns; your satisfaction is my #1 priority.
Kim Ward, Broker ®
Horizon Real Estate 9424 Fuerte Drive, La Mesa, CA 91941
direct: *619.741.0111* toll free: 866.411.8884 * fax: 619.741.0112
brokerkimward@cox.net
www.ProbateSanDiego.net