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Kathleen Daniels | Thankful for my Probate Real Estate Clients

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Real Estate Broker/Owner with KD Realty - 408.972.1822 CA DRE#01366594

Sometimes in life, we do not find clients - they find us.  

Sometimes in life, we do not choose - we are chosen. 

When I started my real estate business in January 2003 I did not set out to specialize in Probate Real Estate Services

Even though I had listed homes in probate early in my real estate career I had not declared probate to be my area of specialization. 

I have loved and lost several family members and friends over the years yet when my sister died suddenly in April 2014 and my mother died a year later in April 2015, is when probate real estate found and chose me. 

As Aura recently commented, "I would never know how you felt at those specific moments because I have never experienced it."   

I had managed my mother's care for nearly ten (10) years prior to her death. She lived in a skilled nursing facility for most of that time following a stroke. 

To understand through experience what my clients have dealt with managing the care of a parent and then managing the affairs of their estate, as the executor of probate or a successor trustee of the living trust, makes a huge difference to my clients. 

My heart and soul go into serving all of my clients. There is an entirely different realm of service and care provided to my probate real estate clients. I am more to them than a real estate broker hired to list a probate home for sale. 

What Clients Have to say About Kathleen Daniels

My clients are why I do what I do. I continue to learn more so I can serve more. I continue to expand my resources to serve even better. 

Not all of my clients are comfortable writing public reviews. Many give me thank you gifts with a heartfelt thank you card expressing how grateful they are for me.

Many of their cards and words bring tears of joy and gratitude because I feel my clients are a gift to me. I am grateful they found me and choose me. I am blessed to have known them and served them during such a challenging time in their lives. 

This is my Day 2  entry for the ActiveRain Thanksgiving Challenge 2021

 

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I specialize in probate real estate.
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my focus is on helping Executors and Administrators
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before they start.

“From the moment we met Kathleen, we were impressed with her professionalism, knowledge, patience, respect, humor, attention to detail, and compassion.  She's the Whole Package ~ excellent agent and wonderful human being!  In a potentially stressful experience, we have felt in good hands all along.  We are so grateful and recommend her without hesitation!”

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Comments(19)

George Souto
George Souto NMLS #65149 FHA, CHFA, VA Mortgages - Middletown, CT
Your Connecticut Mortgage Expert

Kathy you specialize in an area of Real Estate that deals with emotions more so than any other I know, and it take a special temperament to do it well.

Nov 17, 2021 11:51 AM
Kathleen Daniels, Probate & Trust Specialist
KD Realty - 408.972.1822 - San Jose, CA
Probate Real Estate Services

Hello George Souto - The biggest challenge for me is not taking on the emotions of my clients.  Some are very dark and negative.  Thank you for stopping by and commenting. 

Nov 17, 2021 12:07 PM
Kathy Streib
Cypress, TX
Home Stager/Redesign

Hi Kathleen- your clients are very fortunate to have you to help guide them through this very stressful time. It takes someone who cares as you do and who knows what needs to happen. 

Nov 17, 2021 02:11 PM
Kathleen Daniels, Probate & Trust Specialist
KD Realty - 408.972.1822 - San Jose, CA
Probate Real Estate Services

Hello Kathy Streib - there is no doubt this is a calling that allows me to serve a higher purpose in life. Thank you for stopping by and commenting. 

Nov 17, 2021 02:49 PM
Anna "Banana" Kruchten
HomeSmart Real Estate - Phoenix, AZ
602-380-4886

You have a challenging niche in real estate. Rewarding and yet, as you well know, can be taxing to the emotions if one isn't careful. So much stuff going on for folks dealing with probating a loved ones property. You are a dear heart and I would clearly want you to take care of any of our clients that needed help in your area.  You offer a service that is of tremendous value and thoughtfulness and skill.

 

Featured in BananaTude Group

 

Nov 17, 2021 03:00 PM
Kathleen Daniels, Probate & Trust Specialist
KD Realty - 408.972.1822 - San Jose, CA
Probate Real Estate Services

Hello Miss Anna Banana Kruchten CRS, CRB, Phoenix Broker 

It is challenging and rewarding.  Most people do not realize how much more time gets invested in a probate transation.  

Thank you for your kind words and for the Feature in the BananaTude Group. 

Nov 17, 2021 03:55 PM
Anna "Banana" Kruchten

Oh I know how much energy, time and patience it takes Kathleen.  I've handled more than a few over the years but not like you as it wasn't my niche.  I honor you for doing so.  You are an amazing lady!

Nov 17, 2021 04:12 PM
Hannah Williams
HomeStarr Realty - Philadelphia, PA
Expertise NE Philadelphia & Bucks 215-820-3376

Kathleen Daniels, Probate & Trust Specialist  You have a heart of gold 

Nov 17, 2021 07:31 PM
Debe Maxwell, CRS
Savvy + Company (704) 491-3310 - Charlotte, NC
The RIGHT CHARLOTTE REALTOR!

Your clients are so very blessed that probate found you years ago, Kathleen! I'm glad it did as you certainly do it well!

Thank you for sharing!

Nov 17, 2021 09:42 PM
Michael Jacobs
Pasadena, CA
Pasadena And Southern California 818.516.4393

Hello Kathleen - one of things(among the many) that I "take away" from your post is the learning aspect of life.  Lessons and otherwise.  Awakenings.   Perspective.  Acknowledgment.   It's definitely ongoing and a part of you.  

Nov 18, 2021 05:03 AM
Nina Hollander, Broker
Coldwell Banker Realty - Charlotte, NC
Your Greater Charlotte Realtor

Good morning, Kathleen... estates and divorces... two very emotionally charged segments of the real estate market. Working on my second estate sale this year; just closed on a divorce sale (second one in a year, as well). It takes a lot of patience to work with people going through the sale of a loved one's home or a marital home... and you've clearly mastered that probate niche.

Nov 18, 2021 05:05 AM
Kat Palmiotti
eXp Commercial, Referral Divison - Kalispell, MT
Helping your Montana dreams take root

The ability to be emphathic only increases when we've walked a mile in their shoes. Your care, kindness, and understanding shines through for your probate clients because you've been there. What a perfect niche for you!

Nov 18, 2021 05:18 AM
Kathleen Daniels, Probate & Trust Specialist
KD Realty - 408.972.1822 - San Jose, CA
Probate Real Estate Services

Thank you, Miss Hannah Williams 

 

Hello Debe Maxwell, CRS Thankfully my clients are grateful for all that I do for them and the many skills I bring to the table. 

Nov 18, 2021 09:09 AM
Kathleen Daniels, Probate & Trust Specialist
KD Realty - 408.972.1822 - San Jose, CA
Probate Real Estate Services

Hello Michael Jacobs - life is a big classroom for me.  I do enjoy learning. Knowledge is just knowledge until we put it into good use and build experience upon it.  Thank you for stopping by and commenting. 

Nov 18, 2021 09:12 AM
Kathleen Daniels, Probate & Trust Specialist
KD Realty - 408.972.1822 - San Jose, CA
Probate Real Estate Services

Miss Nina Hollander, Broker - Divorces IS another challenging emotionally charged segment of real estate. I've only done a handful of divorce cases. If I never do another I would be okay with that.  Thank you for stopping by and commenting. 

Nov 18, 2021 09:14 AM
Kathleen Daniels, Probate & Trust Specialist
KD Realty - 408.972.1822 - San Jose, CA
Probate Real Estate Services

Hello Kat Palmiotti - Probate is perfect for me. If anyone had suggested I specialize in probate prior to my own life experiences I would have thought they were nuts. 

Now I am the crazy one (LOL). Thank you for stopping by and commenting. 

Nov 18, 2021 09:15 AM
Carol Williams
Although I'm retired, I love sharing my knowledge and learning from other real estate industry professionals. - Wenatchee, WA
Retired Agent / Broker / Prop. Mgr, Wenatchee, WA

Hi Kathleen,
I love that probate found you! Such an emotional time takes a special personality. Your clients have one less thing to worry about knowing you will do what is best for them in a professional and caring way. It is obvious you find it extremely rewarding.  To have a profession with that combination of benefits is all too rare.

Nov 18, 2021 09:45 AM
Dorie Dillard Austin TX
Coldwell Banker Realty ~ 512.750.6899 - Austin, TX
NW Austin ~ Canyon Creek and Spicewood/Balcones

Hi Kathleen Daniels, Probate & Trust Specialist ,

You have found  a niche you love and it's obvious serving others is your passion. Your clients must feel very blessed knowing they are in such good hands.

Nov 18, 2021 04:50 PM
Debb Janes
Nature As Neighbors - Camas, WA
Put My Love of Nature At Work for You

It's a perfect niche for you and your kind heart.  I really appeciate your line about "adding to your resources," it's so key. 

Nov 20, 2021 07:46 AM
Beth Atalay
Cam Realty and Property Management - Clermont, FL
Cam Realty of Clermont FL

Hello Kathleen Daniels, Probate & Trust Specialist, the niche that chose you is not an easy one, not for everyone for sure. I'm sure it can get very emotional. Your clients are blessed to have you. 

Nov 22, 2021 11:22 AM