At Colorado Estate Services, 2025 is off to a fast-paced and productive start. We’re proud to share that three unique estate properties are now under contract, each following an extensive and thoughtful process of preparation, cleanout, and strategic marketing. Our [Read more]
Partner Spotlight: High Plains Restoration – A Compassionate Approach to Cleaning Out a Loved One’s Hoarded Home
Losing a loved one is always difficult, but when that person struggled with hoarding, the process of sorting through their belongings can feel overwhelming. At High Plains Restoration, we understand that this is more than just a cleanup—it’s a deeply [Read more]
Partner Spotlight: Kura Home Maintenance – Your Go-To for Winterizing & Home Maintenance
At Colorado Estate Services, we understand the challenges of maintaining a home—especially when it’s vacant, part of an estate, or preparing for sale. That’s why we’re excited to partner with Kura Home Maintenance Colorado, a trusted name in professional home maintenance and winterization [Read more]
Protect Your Business with Smart Succession Planning
Effective business succession planning is essential for ensuring the longevity and stability of your enterprise, especially in Colorado’s dynamic economic landscape. At Colorado Estate Services, we understand the complexities involved in transitioning business ownership and are committed to facilitating seamless [Read more]
Top 5 Mistakes Personal Representatives Make in Probate & How to Avoid Them
Serving as a personal representative in probate comes with significant responsibilities, and mistakes can lead to delays, legal issues, and family conflicts. Some of the most common errors include failing to understand fiduciary duties, neglecting to inventory assets properly, mismanaging [Read more]
Avoid Probate with Smart Estate Planning
Avoiding probate is a crucial step in protecting your loved ones and ensuring a smooth transition of your assets. Probate can be a lengthy, expensive, and public process, but with proper planning, you can bypass it entirely. By using the [Read more]
No Will? Understanding How Colorado Intestate Laws Distribute Assets
When someone passes away without a will in Colorado, their assets are distributed according to the state’s intestate succession laws. These laws determine who inherits property and in what proportion. While intestate laws provide a legal fallback, they may not [Read more]
Free Date-of-Death Professional Appraisal for Your Probate Real Estate with Colorado Estate Services
Get a Free Date-of-Death Appraisal for Your Probate Estate with Colorado Estate Services Managing a probate estate is often an overwhelming process, especially when real estate is involved. At Colorado Estate Services, we understand the complexities of this journey, and [Read more]
How Mediation Helps Resolve Colorado Probate Disputes Quickly and Affordably
Probate disputes can place immense strain on families, delaying the settlement of an estate and leading to costly litigation. Whether disagreements arise over asset distribution, executor decisions, or the validity of a will, mediation offers a practical and cost-effective alternative [Read more]
Divorce and Estate Planning in Colorado: What You Need to Know
Divorce brings significant changes to your life, including your estate plans and probate considerations. While Colorado law automatically revokes certain provisions benefiting an ex-spouse, relying solely on these rules can lead to unintended consequences. Failure to update your estate plan [Read more]
Special Considerations for Probate with Minor Beneficiaries in Colorado
When minor children are beneficiaries in probate, additional safeguards are required to protect their interests. In Colorado, probate proceedings involving minors often involve court oversight and the establishment of trusts or guardianships. This blog highlights key considerations and best practices [Read more]
How to Manage Digital Assets During the Probate Process
Digital assets, such as online accounts, cryptocurrencies, and cloud-based files, are a growing component of modern estates. Yet, they are often overlooked during probate, leading to challenges in accessing, valuating, and transferring them to beneficiaries. Proper management of digital assets [Read more]
Safeguard Your Family’s Well-Being: Vital and Revealing Questions to Ask Home Care Providers
Choosing the right home care service for your loved one is a significant decision that directly affects their comfort, safety, and well-being. Because so many options exist, being thorough and asking the right questions are crucial for making the best [Read more]
Avoid Regrets: Questions to Ask a Senior Community First
Choosing a senior community for a loved one is one of the most significant decisions families face. To ensure the best care and environment, it’s crucial to ask thoughtful, specific questions. Here are the essential inquiries to guide your search [Read more]
The Ultimate Gift: Why Funeral Pre-Planning Matters for Your Loved Ones
By making plans ahead of time you can alleviate the financial and emotional burden on the people who love you and prevent the chaos and conflict that often arise when people are grieving. Plus, you get today’s pricing for services [Read more]
Colorado Seniors: The Ultimate Guide to Home Buying with a Reverse Mortgage
Buying a new home later in life comes with unique financial considerations, especially for individuals aged 62 or older who may not want the burden of a traditional mortgage payment. A Home Equity Conversion Mortgage (HECM) for Purchase—commonly known as [Read more]
Ancillary Probate in Colorado: What You Need to Know
Ancillary probate can be crucial when a person owns property in a different state from where they lived at their time of passing. Here’s a more in-depth look at what ancillary probate is, why it may be necessary, and how [Read more]
Get a Free Life & Legacy Planning Session This Thanksgiving
At Colorado Estate Services, we are committed to guiding families through the probate process with trusted resources and compassionate support. Our mission is to make probate as seamless as possible, leveraging our expertise and collaborating with skilled partners like Kendra [Read more]
Powerful Protection: Garn-St. Germain Act for Keeping a Mortgage After Death
Losing a loved one is never easy, and when it comes to managing their estate, the process can become even more overwhelming. One of the most common concerns families face is what happens to a mortgage when a relative passes away. Fortunately, the Garn-St. Germain Depository Institutions Act of 1982 provides critical protections that generally allow families to assume the mortgage on inherited property without facing immediate financial pressure.
Expert Advice: Managing After Loss Planning Without an Estate Plan
Consider this question: if something were to have happened to you yesterday, what would the people in your life not know that they need to know? Often, the answer to this question is everything. When it comes to after loss [Read more]