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Understanding Probate and How to Prepare A clear starting point for estate administration
When someone passes away, one of the first steps is preparing for probate. In most cases, this is required when the estate includes real estate or accounts held with Canadian financial institutions.
A key part of preparing for probate is establishing accurate values for both the property and its contents. Certified appraisals are considered best practice, and help ensure the information submitted is clear, defensible, and aligned with legal requirements.
At Gordons, we coordinate these appraisals as part of our process. Once the scope of the estate is understood, we can also connect you with trusted professionals to assist with the probate application.
From there, you are in a position to move forward with the next steps in administering the estate, with a clear understanding of both value and timing.
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For estates that include real estate, many clients choose to work with us on a full-service basis, where appraisals and related services are coordinated as part of a single, structured process.
This approach typically includes:
- Certified appraisals for real estate and contents
- Management of the property sale once probate is complete
- Ongoing project management throughout the process
- Interim funding of approved expenses until closing
- Access to transition services and the sale of contents
By bringing these elements together, the process remains organized and easier to manage, particularly in more complex estate situations.
Probate Appraisals
Our team of appraisers provides certified valuations for probate, focused on contents and personal property.
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