Trusted Probate Real Estate Experts in California
Gold Rush Probate Services is a full-service real estate solution in California. It is a division of Gold Rush Realty and led by seasoned professional Nikki Holmes. With nearly two decades of specialized experience, Nikki helps families, heirs, fiduciaries, and attorneys navigate the California probate process. She helps them sell inherited property in probate with clarity, compassion, respect, and speed.
Whether you are an executor, a trustee, or managing a conservatorship, Gold Rush Probate Services streamlines the process for you from start to finish. We handle every detail with professionalism and emotional intelligence so you can focus on what matters most during this difficult time.
CORE SERVICE AREAS
Probate Real Estate Sales in California
We manage the entire process of selling probate property under California law in compliance with the Probate Code §§10300–10316, including IAEA full and limited authority sales. Our probate real estate sales and services in California include:
- Market analysis and property valuation
- Coordination with probate attorneys and administrators
- MLS listing, digital marketing, and buyer vetting
- Support for overbid hearings and court confirmations (if needed)
- Guidance on Notice of Proposed Action (NOPA)
We handle every legal step required to sell probate homes in Sacramento, Placer County, and surrounding areas.
Home Improvements and Repairs (with Escrow Billing Available)
We help you increase your home’s value while deferring costs until the property closes escrow. Our home improvement and repair services include:
- Cosmetic updates on flooring, paint, fixtures
- Repair coordination for roofing, HVAC, plumbing
- Landscaping to refresh curb appeal
- Support for overbid hearings and court confirmations (if needed)
- Safety improvements
We have trusted local contractors that offer deferred payment options. However, we also help you sell the property “as-is” if you need to sell it fast.
Staging and Probate Real Estate Marketing
A thoughtful marketing strategy can dramatically improve the sale price of your probate home. We offer:
- Professional staging consultation
- Photography and virtual tours
- MLS listing, digital marketing, and buyer vetting
- MLS syndication and listing optimization
- Open houses and investor outreach
We also offer custom campaigns for Sacramento, Auburn, and the Sierra Foothills real estate markets.
Estate Property Clean-Out and Preparation
Downsizing, clearing, and preparing the home for sale is often the most overwhelming part. We at Gold Rush Probate Services make it effortless. We offer the following services especially for out-of-state heirs or elderly family members who need local support.
- Junk removal, donation pickup, and sorting
- Downsizing and packing
- Deep cleaning and show-ready prep
- Estate sale coordination
Trust and Conservatorship Property Sales
We support trustees and conservators in managing the sale of real estate outside of court supervision with minimal legal red tape. We offer:
- Full-service real estate marketing and representation
- Detailed reporting for fiduciaries and family offices
- Collaboration with legal, financial, and care teams
Legal and Fiduciary
Coordination
We at Gold Rush Probate Service understand that transparent communication is paramount to seamlessly collaborate with probate attorneys, paralegals, and title companies. We offer:
- Guidance with Letters of Administration or Testamentary
- Manage legal timelines and paper trails
- Coordination with escrow teams familiar with probate transactions
Family Communication and Decision-Making Support
We understand that family dynamics during probate can be sensitive. We help you navigate emotional legacies with empathy.
We serve as a neutral liaison between heirs and decision-makers to keep timelines clear and expectations aligned.We mediate with care, compassion, patience, and confidentiality.
Cash Buyer Options and Quick Sales
When time is short or the home is distressed, we offer vetted investor solutions. We accept all-cash offers and we close in as little as 7–14 days for properties with no repairs or prep needed.
We offer cash buyer options and quick sales to prevent foreclosure, tax sales, or deterioration on the property.
Out-of-State Heir Services
Are you managing a probate sale from another state? We’ve got you covered. Our out-of-state heir services include:
- Remote document handling
- Weekly updates with video walkthroughs
- In-person oversight of property needs
- Full concierge-level service while you're away