Let me tell you, probate real estate is full of surprises—Suzanne’s story is just one of them. Imagine this: you spend years helping someone out, walking their dogs, being there for them, and then one day, without expecting anything in return, you find yourself the owner of a house. Sounds too good to be true? Well, my probate attorney friend shared exactly that. And trust me, this story is a golden nugget of what’s possible in probate.
Suzanne was a woman who devoted her life to rescuing dogs. She had a whole pack of them, and her love for those pups was endless. While she might have been a bit forgetful about taking care of herself, she was always clear on one thing—she promised her neighbor that when she passed, her house would go to him, as long as he kept caring for her dogs. Now, you hear stories like that, and you figure, “Yeah, right. People say things.” But Suzanne? She meant it.
When Suzanne passed away at 58, her neighbor didn’t have high hopes that the promise would stick. But to his shock, the paperwork was legit—Suzanne had left him her entire house, just as she said she would. The catch? He had to care for her dogs until their natural passing. This wasn’t your typical real estate transaction, but that’s the beauty of probate. It’s real life, with all its quirks and challenges.
The Pasadena property wasn’t just a house—it was an opportunity wrapped in love and loyalty. Now, you won’t find deals like this in your typical cookie-cutter investment strategy. This is what probate real estate is all about. It’s messy, it’s emotional, and most people don’t have the guts to handle it. But for those of us who do? There’s immense potential.
Last year, I focused on guiding a small group of students through their own probate journeys. And while I stepped back a bit to spend time with my family, I’m diving back in now with something special—a free mini-course to get you started on your own probate investing path. Probate deals like Suzanne’s are out there, just waiting to be uncovered.
If you’ve ever thought about tapping into this niche, keep your eyes peeled. This free course is going to show you the ropes, step by step. Opportunities like this aren’t just for seasoned pros—they’re for anyone ready to dig in, learn, and take advantage of what probate real estate has to offer. So stay tuned—you won’t want to miss this!
And remember, the key to probate success is recognizing value where others only see complications.
Keep pushing forward, and those opportunities will come.
To your success,
Ernie “ Dog Lover at Heart” Vargas
