Probate mail piece questions

[Benjamin Blackburn]

Hello to all,

When it comes to mailing probate leads, are these time sensitive?

As in, should we wait a few months after the death to mail?

Also, should we let them know that we are aware of a death in the family? Or just a standard “We Buy Houses” type mail piece?

Any tips on mailing probates would be highly appreciated.

Thanks,

Ben

[April Crossley]

@Benjamin Blackburn every area is different. In our area you can find probate leads numerous ways but the fastest is to go to the courthouse every week and pull the latest files. Some areas this info is on-line.  We do NOT send a typical we buy houses letter.  We send a letter offering our condolences and explaining how we can help them. We send the letter right away and mail multiple times. The reason we do this is because if the file is at the courthouse, the family had to already go in, sit down with an attorney and fill out all the paperwork to make that file happen. So they are well on their way to dealing with the situation.  My tips would be to send a nicer than usual mailing piece, offer your condolences and how you can help them.  And like any other list... mail to them multiple times. Be HELPFUL to them. Include a list of things they can do to keep a vacant property secure.  Then mail a second piece with a list of local contractor resources in case they need that.  PROVIDE VALUE! THIS will set you apart. :)