Colorado Allows Probate Sales
You don't have to wait for probate to close to sell. Once you have Letters Testamentary from Douglas County District Court, you typically have authority to sell the Castle Pines property.
The Probate Process for Castle Pines
Open Probate in Douglas County
File at Douglas County District Court in Castle Rock. High-value estates may require additional documentation but typically still qualify for informal (unsupervised) probate.
Get Letters Testamentary
This document proves your authority to act on behalf of the estate. You'll need it for the HOA, title company, and sale process.
Handle Community Requirements
Castle Pines communities have specific transfer procedures. Get HOA status letters, understand buyer approval processes (especially in Castle Pines Village), and address any membership issues.
Accept Offer & Close
With proper authority, you can accept offers and close. HOA dues and any outstanding fees are handled at closing.
Castle Pines Village Specifics
Selling in Castle Pines Village (the gated community) has additional steps:
- • Buyer approval: All buyers must be approved by the community
- • Golf membership: May need to address separately if attached
- • HOA estoppel: Detailed documentation of dues, violations, requirements
- • Transfer fees: Higher than typical HOA transfers
These requirements apply whether you sell traditionally or to us as-is.
High-Value Estate Considerations
Tax & Estate Planning Notes:
- • Federal estate tax: Only applies to estates over $12.92M (2023)
- • Stepped-up basis: Property value resets to date-of-death value
- • No Colorado estate tax: State doesn't impose additional tax
- • Professional appraisal: May be needed for estate accounting
- • Capital gains: Minimal if sold near inherited value
Your Sale Options
Traditional Luxury Sale
- • List with luxury agent
- • Stage and market extensively
- • 90-180+ days typical
- • Maximum price potential
- • Commission + staging costs
Direct Sale to Us
- • No listing or showings
- • Sell in current condition
- • Close in 14-30 days
- • Certainty of closing
- • We handle HOA process
Need to Sell a Castle Pines Probate Property?
We understand Castle Pines communities and handle all HOA requirements.
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