Navigating Probate
Compassionate guidance for families selling estate properties in Ontario
Selling an Estate Property
With Compassion & Clarity
Losing a loved one is hard enough. Navigating the sale of their home doesn't have to be. Our team has helped many Burlington families through this process with patience, expertise, and sensitivity.
What is Probate?
Probate is the legal process of validating a will and authorizing the executor to administer the estate — including selling real estate. In Ontario, a Certificate of Appointment of Estate Trustee is typically required before a property can be transferred.
Who Can Sell the Property?
Only the estate trustee (executor) named in the will — or appointed by the court — has legal authority to list and sell an estate property. We work closely with estate lawyers to ensure the process is compliant and protected.
Timeline Expectations
Probate in Ontario can take anywhere from a few months to over a year depending on the complexity of the estate. We can often list a property before probate is granted with the right legal protections in place.
How We Help Families
Through Estate Sales
Consultation
We meet with the executor to understand the estate situation and timeline.
Property Prep
We coordinate cleanouts, repairs, staging and photography at your pace.
Strategic Listing
We price and market the property to achieve the best possible result for the estate.
Close & Settle
We liaise with the estate lawyer through to closing so the executor can focus on the family.
We Can Connect You
With Estate Lawyers
We have longstanding relationships with Burlington estate lawyers and financial advisors who specialize in probate real estate. Let us make the right introductions for your family.
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Going Through
An Estate Sale?
Our team has helped many Burlington families through this process. We're here whenever you're ready.
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