Hello July!

The summer sun is shining, backyard BBQs are in full swing, and for many families, this is the season of both celebration and transition. Whether you’re managing a family estate, preparing a home for sale, or just trying to make sense of what happens after a loved one passes, July can be the perfect time to pause, reflect, and plan ahead.

🏠 Summer is Selling Season

If you’ve been thinking about selling an inherited or probate property, July offers some of the best market conditions of the year:

• Longer days mean more showings
• Curb appeal is at its peak
• Buyers are motivated before the back-to-school rush

That said, summer also brings urgency. Executors, heirs, and surviving family members are often navigating legal, emotional, and financial layers all at once. My role is to help simplify the process—whether that means listing a property, organizing resources, or just answering the tough questions.

📌 What Families Should Know This Month

If you’ve inherited a home or are helping settle a loved one’s estate, here are a few things to keep in mind this July:

1. Start with documentation.
   Gather key items like the death certificate, the will, and Letters Testamentary or Administration.
2. Understand the probate process.
   Every estate is different—especially in New York. Some homes can be sold during probate; others may require court approval first.
3. Don’t go it alone.
   From legal guidance to clean-out services, there’s a team of professionals ready to help you through it.

🌟 Why I Love What I Do

Every property tells a story, but inherited homes? They hold decades of life, laughter, and legacy. I consider it a privilege to support families in these moments—not just as a real estate agent, but as a steady guide when things feel overwhelming.

If you or someone you love is going through a transition this summer, I’d be honored to help.

☀️ Closing Thoughts

As we enjoy the warmth and beauty of July, let’s also take time to prepare—so that when life brings unexpected changes, our families are protected, and our values are honored.

Wishing you a joyful and intentional July.

 Need help selling a property—probate or otherwise?
Let’s talk. I specialize in helping New York families turn uncertainty into clarity when it comes to selling a home.

Disclaimer: We are not attorneys and therefore we are not offering legal advice. 

My team and I can assist you with clean outs, removal of household items, estate sale, winterizing, landscaping, home maintenance and any other non-legal tasks that will help to lighten the load as you go through the probate process. Give us a call at 516-300-2427 or send an email to smbizsol@gmail.com.