We provide these resources freely to help Executors and Attorneys navigate the process. Our goal is to demonstrate our expertise upfront so you can hire us with confidence as your exclusive listing broker for your property.
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Vendor management tips, security checklists, and timelines to keep the estate safe.
We offer this guidance to show we are the right partners to list the estate exclusively.
We will send you a complimentary, no-commitment CMA. Use this report to visualize your equity in the estate and generate clear talking points for your attorney, siblings, and other partners.
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Initial verification of the Will, Death Certificate, and identification of all heirs before filing.
Mendy Realty provides the initial valuation required for the court petition to estimate estate size.
Submitting the petition to the Surrogate’s Court (Kings, Queens, or NY County).
Establishing jurisdiction and notifying heirs (Service of Process). Objections are addressed here.
Court issues "Letters Testamentary," finally granting the Executor legal power to act.
Securing the property (locks/cameras) and marshalling assets into the estate account.
Mendy Realty Experienced Brokers launch a strategic market plan to find qualified buyers.
Transferring title, paying final debts, and distributing net proceeds to beneficiaries.
We provide families and attorneys with courtesy preliminary comps and detailed Comparative Market Analysis (CMA) reports at no cost to help establish initial estate values.
We help discuss options with siblings and family members to reach consensus and expedite the sale process.
We coordinate everything from estate liquidators and cleanout crews to contractors, security camera installation, and locksmiths.
Secure premium pricing prior to the completion of the probate process.
Through our network of qualified buyers, we can generate competitive pre-sale offers. This often yields significantly more for the property while facilitating a quiet, expedited sale before the court process fully concludes.
By handling the coordination, we remove the friction that typically delays probate closings by months.
| Vendor Type | Services Provided |
|---|---|
| Security Monitoring | Deploying HD cameras & monitoring companies to prevent squatter break-ins. |
| Estate Cleanout | Full removal of contents and "broom clean" preparation for court requirements. |
| Locksmiths | Immediate property re-keying to ensure estate security and controlled access. |
| Contractors | Handling "Value-Add" repairs designed to maximize the final sale price. |
| Preservation | Winterization, lawn care, and snow removal to avoid city fines and deterioration. |
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Potential Loss: $50,000+Setting the wrong price based on emotion rather than data leads to extended market time.
Potential Loss: 15% of Sale PriceFailing to properly prepare for court or missing deadlines can delay the entire process by months.
Potential Cost: 3-6 MonthsSelecting buyers unfamiliar with probate often leads to failed transactions after weeks of negotiation.
Potential Loss: 90 DaysThe Challenge: Following a death in the family, the owners were overwhelmed by the property's condition and the complex legal requirements.
Our Solution: We guided them to a completed court case via a trusted Estate Attorney. We simultaneously handled all 3rd party vendor needs, including clean out, snow removal, securing the property, and small repairs.
The Result: A quiet sale that achieved maximum money in less time, with zero stress for the family.
Challenge: Multiple heirs with conflicting goals regarding the sale timeline.
Solution: Professional mediation and clear market data alignment.
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Read ForecastA strategic comparison of probate speed, privacy, and cost for NYC homeowners.
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Open Court GuideAbout Mendy Realty Inc. Probate Division: We are a specialized real estate brokerage based in Brooklyn, NY, dedicated to assisting Executors, Administrators, and Attorneys with the sale of real property held in estates. Recognized as a Court Approved Fiduciary (FID: 107645) in the Kings County Surrogate Court, we bridge the gap between complex legal requirements and the open real estate market.
Whether you are dealing with a standard probate sale, an administration proceeding, or a complex inheritance dispute involving foreclosure or tax liens, our team provides the valuation, marketing, and court-compliant documentation required to close. We serve all of Kings County (Brooklyn), Queens, and the greater New York City metropolitan area.
