Washington, DC · Maryland · Virginia
Probate Resources for Maryland Families
Free tools to help Personal Representatives understand costs, timelines, and options for managing an estate.
Probate Cost Calculator
Estimate PR commission, court fees, and closing costs
Probate Readiness Quiz
Get your personalized probate action plan
Download Checklist
10-step Maryland probate checklist
Guides & Resources
Expert guides on selling, taxes, and timelines
Opening Probate? Start Here.
If you've just been named Personal Representative, this is your first step.
Featured in The National Law Review — Read the feature
Most Asked Question
Can you sell a house while it is in probate?
Yes, in most cases. Once the court appoints a Personal Representative and issues Letters Testamentary or Letters of Administration, the estate can list and sell the property, often with court approval. The process simply runs on a different timeline and rulebook than a normal sale, which is why a probate specialist helps.
Read more about selling during probateFeatured Guides
Popular Guides for Personal Representatives & Families
How Long Does Probate Take in Maryland?
Understand the full probate timeline from filing to closing, including common delays and how to avoid them.
Read GuideHow Much Does Probate Cost in Maryland?
Court fees, PR commissions, and closing costs. Get a clear picture of what probate really costs.
Read GuideBest Way to Sell Inherited Property in Maryland
Compare your options: cash offers, MLS listing, renovations, and which route makes sense for your situation.
Read GuideSelling a Probate House
Complete walkthrough of the probate house sale process, from court approval to closing day.
Read GuideMontgomery County Probate Timeline
Filing deadlines, Register of Wills details, and timeline for Montgomery County MD probate.
Read GuideUtility Bills & Mail After a Death in Maryland
What happens to a loved one's utility bills and mail during probate, who pays, and how to redirect mail the right way.
Read GuideWhat Happens Next
Your Next 3 Steps
Find out what the property is worth
A real valuation, not a guess, gives the estate a number you can work from and defend to the court and the heirs.
Understand your options
Cash offer, traditional listing, repairs or as-is. Each path has different costs, timelines, and outcomes for the estate.
Get the right help when you are ready
Probate has its own timeline and paperwork. A specialist who does this daily keeps the sale moving and protects the estate's value.
Marc is available for a free, no-obligation consultation whenever you are ready. There is no pressure and no expectation to move faster than you want to.
For Attorneys & Estate Professionals
The Professional Resource Center
Client-ready guides, printable checklists, and tools that probate and estate attorneys can hand directly to a client. No form walls, no promotional fluff.
Why Marc Cormier
Why Families Trust Marc Cormier
with Their Probate Real Estate
Marc Cormier is a Realtor and probate real estate specialist with Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices PenFed Realty. With 27 years of experience and close to 1,000 homes sold, he has made probate real estate the core of his practice. He holds the Seniors Real Estate Specialist (SRES) designation and multiple advanced certifications that equip him to handle the unique challenges of estate sales.
His approach is built on the deals other agents avoid. Between his real estate practice, his general contracting firm, and his hands-on experience as an expert witness in Federal Court, Marc can take a property from its current condition to a closed sale without the family having to coordinate a dozen different professionals.
Client Testimonials
What Families Are Saying
40+ 5-Star Reviews on Google
“Outstanding experience! Marc Cormier was professional, knowledgeable, and truly went above and beyond to make the process smooth and stress-free.”
— Ron M.
“Marc is very detail oriented, knowledgeable, and driven to do the best he can for his clients. A true expert in his field.”
— Cailin I.
“Amazing realtor. Offered multiple options for my situation, constant updates on the closing process. Overall great experience.”
— Brandon S.
“Marc is a hard worker, dependable, and goes out of his way to give the best service possible! I could not have asked for a better real estate experience.”
— Rita M.
In the News
As Featured In
National Law Review Feature
Read CoverageSenior Transition Program Launch
Read ArticleThe Hidden Wealth Gap: Homeowners vs. Renters
Read ArticleCustom Home Opportunity in Silver Spring
Read Article8818 Cold Spring Rd, Potomac
Read ArticleInheriting a House: A Guide
Read ArticleNeed Help With a Probate Property?
Need Help With a Probate Property?
Call or schedule a free consultation with Marc. He serves families in Maryland, Washington DC, and Virginia.
(301) 660-6272Get Your Free Probate Checklist
For Personal Representatives
How the Probate Value Analysis™ Helps You Make Informed Decisions
As Personal Representative, you carry a fiduciary duty to protect the value of the estate. Every decision you make about the property, whether to sell as-is, make repairs, or list on the open market, has financial consequences for the heirs and beneficiaries.
The Probate Value Analysis™ is designed to give you the complete picture before you commit to any path. Instead of guessing at the numbers or relying on a single data point, you get eight specific, actionable data points that cover every angle of the property's value and market position.
The analysis gives you a valuation you can present to the Orphans' Court and the Register of Wills with confidence, backed by a real in-person inspection and market data.
By comparing as-is value against after-improvement value, you can make an informed choice about whether repairs or staging will generate a strong return for the estate.
The analysis helps you explain the recommended strategy to all beneficiaries clearly, with documented reasoning they can understand and trust.
Making the right decision the first time saves months of court delays and prevents the property from sitting vacant, losing value while the estate carries holding costs.
Get Your Free Probate Value Analysis™
Marc Cormier provides this analysis as part of a free, no-obligation consultation. You get the full picture before you decide anything.
Managed Estate Cleanout
Cleaning Out a Parent's House? Press Easy.
The Easier Path
A Typical Maryland Probate Home Before Cleanout
Decades of belongings can feel overwhelming. Instead of sorting it all alone, read how Marc's managed cleanout gets an estate home cleared and market-ready on a faster timeline.
Read the Faster-Way Cleanout GuideTypical Maryland probate home before cleanout
After our managed cleanout, ready to sell
