For Iowa Attorneys

A Probate Real Estate Partner Your Clients Can Trust

SRES® Certified. CPCU Insurance Expert. 42 Five-Star Reviews.

Why Attorneys Choose Smart Move

Insurance Risk Assessment

With 10+ years as a property insurance professional (CPCU), I identify insurability issues, code violations, and liability risks before they derail a sale. Your clients avoid costly surprises.

Senior & Estate Sensitivity

SRES® certified with specialized training in working with seniors, grieving families, and complex estate situations. I bring patience and professionalism to every transaction.

Seamless Attorney Communication

I understand the legal timeline. I coordinate with your office on court deadlines, provide regular status updates, and handle the real estate so you can focus on the legal work.

What I Handle for Your Clients

How the Referral Process Works

You Refer Your Client

Call, email, or have your client contact me directly. I respond within 24 hours.

Free Consultation & Assessment

I meet with the executor/heir, tour the property, assess condition and insurance risks, and provide a market analysis — all at no cost.

I Handle Everything

From listing prep through closing, I manage the real estate transaction. Your client gets expert guidance, and you get a smooth process.

You Stay Informed

Regular status updates to your office. I coordinate on deadlines and closing timeline. No surprises.

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes Sarah different from other probate agents?

I hold both SRES® (Seniors Real Estate Specialist) and CPCU (Chartered Property Casualty Underwriter) certifications — a combination that is extremely rare in real estate. My 10+ years in property insurance means I identify insurability risks, code violations, and liability issues before they derail a sale. My SRES® training ensures sensitive handling of grieving families and complex estate situations.

Does Sarah handle as-is probate sales?

Yes. I evaluate whether the estate benefits more from an as-is sale or strategic improvements before listing. My insurance background helps identify which repairs are essential for insurability (and thus buyer financing) versus which are cosmetic. Many estate properties sell successfully as-is with proper pricing.

Can Sarah work with out-of-state heirs?

Absolutely — a significant portion of my probate work involves out-of-state families. I provide virtual walkthroughs, handle everything locally, coordinate remote document signing, and send regular photo/video updates. Your clients never need to fly in unless they want to.

Let's Connect

I'd love to buy you a coffee and discuss how we can work together for your clients. No pitch — just a conversation.

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