Preparing a probate home can feel daunting, especially when it’s filled with belongings or has been vacant for years. After 20 years as a REALTOR® at Watson Realty Corp Orlando FL, and selling over 693 homes, I’ve developed a streamlined system to make the process manageable for personal representatives.

Step 1: Secure the Property

Changing locks, checking utilities, and inspecting the home ensures safety and prevents further damage.

Step 2: Evaluate Condition

I walk the property with the PR to identify what’s necessary and what isn’t. Many probate homes need cleaning more than repairs.

Step 3: Remove Personal Items

I coordinate:

  • Estate sale teams

  • Junk removal services

  • Donation pickups

  • Cleaning crews

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Step 4: Make Essential Repairs Only

The goal is not renovation — it’s risk reduction.
Examples:

  • Roof leaks

  • Electrical hazards

  • Plumbing issues

  • Safety concerns

Step 5: Improve Presentation

Light staging, fresh cleaning, and neutralizing odors go a long way.

A Real PR Quote

A client said, “Eve handled every vendor, every appointment — it lifted a huge weight off our family.”

You Don’t Have to Manage This Alone

With 157+ Google 5-star reviews, I take on the coordination so the estate can focus on decisions, not logistics.

 


Contact Eve Metlis at Watson Realty Corp | 407-493-5225 | www.EveMetlis.com for a FREE 2025 Market Strategy Session