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Professional Deceased Estate Management Services

What Does Deceased Estate Management Involve?

To handle the complex and overwhelming tasks for you, we offer flexible services, including:

Comprehensive Inventory Creation

Carefully document furniture and personal items, with or without photographs, to ensure smooth distribution to authorised parties.

Bequeathed Possession Management

Locate and arrange the distribution of specific items to family members, friends, or beneficiaries as per the will’s instructions.

Clutter and Document Disposal

Using our decluttering service, we securely remove unwanted clutter and shred sensitive personal documents carefully to protect privacy.

Sorting, Packing, and Delivery

Help sort and pack items for transport to ensure thoughtful handling and that they reach the right people.

Valuation and Sale of Assets

Provide professional valuation service to manage the sale of unwanted assets to maximise the estate’s value.

Charity Donations and Waste Removal

Respect the estate’s legacy by donating gifts designated for charity while responsibly disposing of items that no longer hold value.

Property Preparation for Sale or Rent

We help prepare the property for sale or rent using our house clearance service to ensure it presents at full market value. 

Who Needs Deceased Estate Management Services?

Here’s a breakdown of the individuals and groups who can benefit from our deceased estate management services:

1. Executors of the Estate

Executors are responsible for carrying out a will’s instructions, a task that can often feel overwhelming. We simplify the process by managing key responsibilities like property preparation for rent or sale, asset valuation, and more. Our support allows executors to focus on their duties with confidence, free from unnecessary stress.

2. Administrators of Estates

Without a will, administrators oversee the estate. Our team provides expert support, helping the administrator navigate the necessary steps to ensure a fair and lawful distribution of assets.

3. Beneficiaries

Beneficiaries receive assets as outlined in the will. To minimise potential confusion or dispute, we work diligently to ensure the distribution is fair and clear under the deceased’s wishes as directed by the executor or administrator.

4. Business Partners or Co-owners

When a business partner passes, we assist the surviving partner by facilitating asset valuations and guiding decisions on managing the deceased’s share, whether through buyouts or other options, ensuring a smooth business transition.

6. Legal or Professional Representatives

Legal advisors are critical to managing an estate’s legalities. We take care of the operational aspects to free legal professionals to focus on their specialised tasks while we ensure all logistical matters are in order.  We also provide market leading reporting (written and photos) and transparency throughout the process of clearance.  

7. Charitable Organisations

If the deceased has left gifts to charity, we help facilitate those donations. Following the deceased’s wishes, we distribute charitable gifts to the right organisations.

8. Family Members of the Deceased

By managing the estate complexities, such as locating and managing the distribution of bequeathed possessions, we free the family to focus on healing and mourning.

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Why Choose Professional Services for Deceased Estate Management?

Let’s take a closer look at how entrusting this responsibility to experts is a wise decision and how it can make the process smoother and more manageable:

1. Minimises Family Disputes

Our professional estate management service acts as an impartial mediator, ensuring the deceased’s wishes are respected and followed precisely. We facilitate open communication among all beneficiaries, offer clarity about the estate’s distribution, and step in to address any conflicts early. This prevents misunderstandings, reduces tension and helps everyone focus on honouring the lost one’s legacy instead of arguing over assets.

2. Ensures Respectful Handling of Sentimental Items

Sentimental items hold special value, and handling them requires extra care. We treat all belongings, especially those with emotional significance, with the respect they deserve. Whether it’s a family heirloom, precious photos, or other keepsakes, we ensure everything is carefully packed, catalogued in accordance with instructions provided. 

3. Supports Time-Sensitive Transitions

Many deceased estates require quick action, especially when selling property or managing assets. A professional service like ours ensures that time-sensitive tasks are handled promptly, so you don’t have to worry about delays or missed opportunities. Whether preparing a property for sale or managing the disposal of unwanted items, we ensure everything is handled efficiently and on schedule.

4. Facilitates Fair Distribution

Fairness and clarity are essential when dividing assets. Our service helps ensure that all beneficiaries receive their rightful share in accordance with legal instructions. We streamline the process, working with executors and family members to avoid confusion, eliminate disputes, and ensure a transparent and legally sound distribution that honours the deceased’s intentions. Our expertise guarantees that the distribution is handled impartially, respecting everyone’s rights while honouring the deceased’s intentions. We also provide market leading reporting (written and photos) and transparency throughout the process of clearance.

5. Reduces Stress and Burden

Managing a deceased estate involves complex logistics and emotional strain. By entrusting us with these tasks, you are relieved of the physical and administrative burdens, allowing you to focus on what matters most. We take care of everything from sorting through belongings to managing legal paperwork, ensuring everything is handled carefully while you have the space to grieve and heal.

6. Customised Solutions for Unique Circumstances

Whether you’re handling a family estate, an estate with overseas assets, or dealing with multiple beneficiaries with different needs, we offer tailored solutions. Our team takes the time to understand the intricacies of your situation, creating a customised plan that addresses specific challenges and priorities, ensuring that all aspects of the estate are handled as per the deceased’s wishes and in accordance with the instructions of the executor or appointed administrator.

Entrust our expertise and receive compassionate support during challenging times. Besides this, we also provide other tailored services, including retirement and aged care relocations, disability transitions, divorce relocations, and more. Reach out today to begin the process!

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FAQS

Deceased estate management involves organising and distributing deceased people’s assets, clearing their property, and addressing legal and financial responsibilities. It is necessary to ensure that the estate is settled following the deceased’s will or legal guidelines, preventing disputes and ensuring a smooth transition for loved ones.

If you’re grappling with the emotional and logistical complexities of managing a deceased estate, it’s a clear sign that professional help is needed. Let Care to Move guide you through this challenging process with compassion and expertise, lightening your load during a difficult time.

The value of assets is determined through professional appraisals, real estate valuations, and financial assessments. Property, vehicles, investments, and personal belongings might need independent valuation to ensure fair distribution and compliance with tax regulations.

Trust Care to Move’s compassionate team to efficiently sell possessions from the estate professionally. We handle everything from creating an inventory to preparing the property for sale, ensuring a smooth process and relieving you of the emotional burden.

Yes! At Care to Move, our empathetic team manages everything from decluttering to expert staging, ensuring your property attracts potential buyers and sells quickly.

Our professional services reduce the stress of managing a deceased estate by providing organised support for tasks such as creating inventory, distributing belongings, valuing assets, removing waste, and preparing property.

Care to Move assists a diverse range of clients, including those who are physically or emotionally frail, families living far from the deceased estate, those with busy schedules, and more. Our services are designed to provide support and relief to anyone dealing with the management of a deceased estate.

You can easily contact our team at 1300 242 622 for a no-obligation discussion. Alternatively, you can also fill out the form on our “Contact Us” page, and one of our directors will personally reach out to you to discuss how we can assist you.

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