White Glove Estate Services · Maricopa County, AZ
Personal Property Inventories & Estate Services
Court-ready documentation for probate, conservatorship, and estate matters. We inventory, sell, donate, ship, and prepare homes for sale — so personal representatives, attorneys, and out-of-state owners don’t have to.
| 90 Days Statutory Deadline | Attorney Approved Court-Ready Docs | Hourly Billing No Hidden Fees |
Service 01
Personal Property Inventories
A fiduciary-approved, court-ready inventory of every item in the estate — completed within the 90-day statutory window and formatted to satisfy A.R.S. § 14-3706.
Every item captured visually with written descriptions — a permanent record that protects the personal representative.
The correct legal standard under Arizona probate law — not replacement cost, not sentimental value.
Critical for Arizona community property estates — properly identified and documented.
We don’t inventory items that aren’t worth the labor. Worn-out goods, junk, and bulk donation categories are handled efficiently — so you only pay for work that produces real value.
Arizona law gives personal representatives the option to bypass the court filing entirely and deliver the inventory directly to heirs — at a fraction of the cost. Learn how the waiver works →
What We Document
- Furniture & furnishings
- Jewelry & watches
- Art, collectibles & antiques
- Electronics & appliances
- Vehicles & equipment
- Financial instruments on hand
How We Value Items
- Fair market value at date of death
- Vehicles: Kelley Blue Book
- Jewelry/art: appraisal referral when warranted
- Household goods: current market comparables
- All estimates clearly noted as such
What You Receive
- Itemized inventory with photos
- Fiduciary-approved, court-ready format
- Community/separate property designations
- Chain-of-custody documentation
- Suitable for direct heir delivery or court filing
Service 02
Sell, Donate & Ship
Once the inventory is complete, every item needs a destination. We coordinate the full disposition of personal property — matching each category to the path that makes the most sense for the estate.
Most Estates Don’t Qualify for an Estate Sale
When families face a house full of belongings, an estate sale sounds like the obvious answer. It usually isn’t. Estate sale companies require a minimum of $4,000–$10,000 in sellable personal property — at current resale value, not what you paid for it. Many charge 30–40% commission on gross sales. And most household goods have depreciated far more than families expect: fine china that sold for $800 a decade ago typically fetches $200 today.
Our process is built for the reality most estates face — not the exception. We sell what makes sense to sell, donate the rest efficiently, ship items to out-of-state heirs, and handle disposal without leaving the family to figure it out alone.
Read: Why Estate Sales Don’t Work for Most Arizona Estates →Our Tiered Disposition Approach
Before any sale or donation, beneficiaries have the opportunity to claim items with sentimental or personal significance. Everything distributed is documented for the estate accounting.
Quality furniture, jewelry, collectibles, art, tools, and higher-value items are matched to the most effective sales channel. Only items above the labor-cost threshold are sold.
Clothing, everyday household goods, basic kitchenware, and books. We work with Arizona nonprofits for free pickup, with documentation for charitable deduction claims.
Professional packing and nationwide shipping for items going to beneficiaries who can’t travel to Arizona. Insured, tracked, with full chain-of-custody documentation.
Broken goods, worn items, and true junk handled through junk removal, recycling, and proper disposal. This is a normal part of estate clearing — not a failure.
Service 03
Home Preparation for Sale
After personal property is handled, we coordinate every step to transition the property from an occupied estate into a market-ready home — whether you’re local or managing from out of state.
Everything out of the home — sold, donated, shipped, or disposed — so the property is clean and ready for the next phase.
We manage the vendors — cleaners, painters, handymen — so you don’t have to coordinate from across the country.
Practical guidance on what to fix and what to skip — prioritizing the work that actually affects sale price.
We hand off a clean, prepared property to your Arizona agent — with documentation of everything we did.
Managing from Out of State?
Most of our clients never set foot in Arizona during the process. We conduct virtual walkthroughs, send regular photo updates, and coordinate everything locally on your behalf. You make the decisions; we execute.
Built Around Arizona Law
Every inventory we produce is prepared in compliance with Arizona Revised Statutes — the same statutes Maricopa County probate courts enforce. We work within the 90-day filing window, use the correct valuation standards, and deliver fiduciary-approved, court-ready documentation trusted by probate attorneys throughout Maricopa County.
| 90 Days Statutory Deadline | Attorney Approved Court-Ready Docs | Hourly Billing No Hidden Fees |
In Many Cases, the Formal Inventory Can Be Waived
Arizona law gives personal representatives an important option that most families never hear about: in many probate estates, the formal court-filed inventory is not required at all. If all interested parties are aligned and no disputes exist, you may be able to skip the formal filing entirely — replacing it with a streamlined informal inventory process at a fraction of the cost.
A.R.S. § 14-3706(B) gives personal representatives the explicit choice to bypass the court filing and deliver the inventory directly to heirs — fully satisfying the law.
An informal inventory process eliminates court filing requirements, complex form compliance, and attorney review time — reducing cost substantially.
When the estate qualifies, we recommend the informal process. We deliver the same professional, fiduciary-approved documentation — delivered directly to heirs.
Skipping the court filing doesn’t mean cutting corners. Our informal inventory satisfies the personal representative’s fiduciary duty and is accepted by probate attorneys throughout Maricopa County.
Estate Resources
Guides for Personal Representatives & Families
Money-Saving Strategy
Can You Waive the Formal Inventory? What Arizona Law Actually Allows
In many estates, the formal court-filed inventory is not required. Learn how to skip it legally — and save the estate significant cost and time.
Straight Talk
Why Estate Sales Don’t Work for Most Arizona Estates
The industry minimum is $4,000–$10,000. Most household goods have depreciated far more than families expect. Here’s what actually works.
Arizona Law
The 90-Day Inventory Deadline: What Arizona Personal Representatives Must Know
A.R.S. § 14-3706 gives personal representatives exactly 90 days from appointment to deliver the Inventory and Appraisement.
Best Practices
What Goes Into a Complete Arizona Probate Personal Property Inventory
From household items to vehicles to jewelry — a complete guide to what must be documented.
Out-of-State Owners
How to Prepare an Inherited Arizona Home for Sale When You Live Out of State
Managing a property from across the country. Here’s how to handle every step without repeated trips to Arizona.
Probate
Estate Marshalling: What It Is and How Personal Property Fits In
Estate marshalling means identifying, securing, and documenting all estate assets. Here’s how inventory fits in.
Asset Disposition
Sell, Donate, or Ship: How to Decide What Happens to Estate Personal Property
A practical decision framework for personal representatives and families managing estate personal property.
Ready to Get Started?
Whether you’re managing an Arizona probate estate, working with a fiduciary, or preparing a property for sale from out of state, we’re ready to help. Free consultations. No obligation.
Or call directly: (480) 630-0590