“If you do not know the value of what you have, someone else will. Get the answers before you do anything.”
~ Julie Hall, The Estate Lady
Estate Services by Julie Hall, The Estate Lady®
The Game Plan Consultation
Julie’s Signature Service – Your First Step in Estate Management
Before sorting a single item, schedule The Game Plan—a personalized, one-on-one consultation that brings clarity and strategy to a complex process.
What You’ll Get:
- In-person or virtual consultation (phone/Zoom)
- Walk-through evaluation of your belongings
- Verbal value opinions on antiques and collectibles
- Expert advice on what to keep, sell, donate, or discard
- Trusted vendor recommendations
- Written action plan (for in-home visits)
Fee: $150/hour
Available in the Charlotte, NC area & virtually nationwide. Clients consistently report that one session provides 90% of the answers they need to move forward.
Contact Julie to schedule The Game Plan
Estate Management
From Walk-Throughs to Whole-Home Clear-Outs
Whether you need guidance or a full-service estate disassembly, Julie offers customizable solutions, including:
- Estate clean-outs to prep homes for sale
- Executor assistance for heirless or long-distance estates
- Sorting, organizing, and identifying valuable property
- Support for partial or full disassembly
- DIY resources to Clean Out Your Parents Estate
Avoid losing valuable items during DIY clean-outs. Julie’s experience saves time, stress, and money. Note: Additional fees apply for hoarding or complex circumstances.
Appraisals & Valuations
Know the Value Before You Decide
Verbal Opinions of Value
Included in The Game Plan™, this quick service offers fair market value insights without the cost of a formal report.
Written Appraisals
Simplified written reports ideal for equitable division among heirs or internal family use.
Need a Legal or Insurance Appraisal?
Julie refers clients to trusted certified appraisers for:
- Firearms
- Coins & stamps
- Fine jewelry
- High-end art
Valuations are estimates based on market demand and condition; they are not guaranteed sale prices.
Downsizing Support
Moving into a smaller home? Helping a loved one transition? Julie simplifies this emotional process with:
- Room-by-room assessments
- Help deciding what to keep, sell, or donate
- Market insights on sentimental vs. valuable items
- Actionable written plans & trusted referrals
Rate: $150/hour (average visit: 2 hours). Phone consultations also available.
Speaking Engagements
Book Julie Hall for Your Next Event
Julie shares decades of insight with authenticity and humor, helping professionals and families better understand estate planning and clean-outs.
Popular Topics:
- Identifying valuables in your home
- 10 things adult children must know
- What planners should understand about tangible assets
- Estate settlement pitfalls—and how to avoid them
- Preparing for the inevitable: the property side of estate planning
To book Julie, visit our Contact page or email Julie@TheEstateLady.com. Available for virtual and in-person events.
Why Choose Julie Hall?
- 35+ years of experience
- Nationally recognized as The Estate Lady®
- Expertise in antiques, estate contents & downsizing
- Honest, compassionate, and direct approach
- Extensive network of vetted specialists
- Author of the leading guide: How to Clean Out Your Parent’s Estate
Let’s Build Your Game Plan
Ready to simplify the clean-out process?
Start with The Game Plan and gain confidence in your next steps.
Schedule Your Consultation today or explore Julie’s Online Workshop and Executor Template for instant help—no matter where you are.