About Julie Hall, The Estate Lady
About Julie
Julie Hall, The Estate Lady®, is a nationally recognized estate expert who has successfully assisted tens of thousands of individuals in the daunting and painful process of managing a loved one’s estate. Specializing in personal property, antiques and collectibles, she is meticulous in helping families face the overwhelming task of dissolving an estate or even downsizing for themselves.
Here’s how Julie does it:
By tackling every problem with a mindset of providing multiple solutions, her advice drills down to the most efficient and simplest methods based on her client’s goals. This saves time and money, relieves stress and promotes peace.
Julie brings 30+ years of experience and expertise, which is called upon nationally for advising/consulting, appraising, brokering, liquidating, estate clean outs, and downsizing guidance. Julie’s passion is in educating heirs, executors, and professionals who need to understand the complexity of personal property issues.cShe is considered the guru at providing the very necessary “Game Plan” for tackling even the most complex or emotionally wrought situations.
Julie has authored five books, hundreds of articles, white papers, and training courses. Her first book in 2007, The Boomer Burden: How to Deal with Your Parents’ Lifetime Accumulation of Stuff, has hit the Top 100 books on Amazon in multiple categories. The publisher updated the title of that book to Inheriting Clutter: How to Calm the Chaos Your Parents Leave Behind.
Julie is often cited in major publications such as: Wall Street Journal, New York Times, AARP, LA Times, Kiplinger’s, Consumer Digest, The Boston Globe, Woman Entrepreneur, MSN Money, Money Magazine, Smart Money, Bloomberg News, NPR, NerdWallet, The New Yorker, Satellite Radio and many others.
In 2007, her dedication to raising the standards of the estate sale industry resulted in her stepping into the role of Executive Director of the American Society of Estate Liquidators® (ASEL). Through her leadership, ASEL has become the #1 Estate Sales Association for ethical standards and credibility to estate sales professionals.
A Legacy of Leadership, Education & Expertise
For over 35 years, Julie Hall has guided families through some of life’s most emotional transitions, offering trusted estate cleanout solutions, downsizing support, and personal property advice. Her rare blend of compassion and strategy has made her the go-to expert for estate challenges of all sizes.
Credentials & Certifications
Julie’s formal training and certifications distinguish her as a leader in her field:
- Arts & Antiques Program – Rhode Island School of Design
- Certified in Personal Property Valuation (PP/GJ201) – American Society of Appraisers
- Specialized training in appraisal studies, fine art, oriental rugs, and Native American art
- USPAP certified (Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice)
Professional Affiliations
- Certified Appraisers Guild of America
- Executive Director of the American Society of Estate Liquidators® (ASEL)
- Owner and Director of ASEL, the only national estate liquidator organization promoting ethical standards and education
Career Highlights
Estate Advisor & Consultant
Julie is called upon by executors, attorneys, and wealth managers to evaluate estates and guide the distribution of assets, offering a practical roadmap through what can otherwise be a deeply stressful experience.
Author & Educator
Julie has written five bestselling books and hundreds of articles to help families, heirs, and professionals understand the complexities of estate cleanouts and personal property:
- Inheriting Clutter: Calming the Chaos Your Parents Leave Behind
- The Boomer Burden: Dealing With Your Parents’ Lifetime Accumulation of Stuff
- Cleaning Out Your Parents’ Estate: How to Empty the Family Home Without Losing Your Mind
- How to Divide and Distribute Family Heirlooms and Estate Contents With Peace of Mind
- What Am I Going to Do With All My Stuff?
Her first title, The Boomer Burden, became a top 100 Amazon bestseller and was later re-released as Inheriting Clutter.
Browse Julie’s Amazon Author Page to explore the full collection.
Julie’s Story, in her own words.
Julie shares her journey and personal experience with managing a loved one’s estate.
Comprehensive Services
Julie provides a full suite of services, tailored for families and professionals managing estate transitions:
- Estate cleanout consultations
- Walk-through valuations and verbal appraisals
- Written appraisals for equitable distribution
- Downsizing support
- Estate sale guidance
- DIY resources to Clean Out Your Parents Estate
Each service is designed to reduce stress, provide clarity, and protect clients from costly mistakes.
In the Media
Julie is regularly featured in national media for her expertise on estate transitions, including:
- The Wall Street Journal
- The New York Times
- Bloomberg News
- AARP
- Kiplinger’s
- Money Magazine
- NPR
- Consumer Digest
- Smart Money
- MSN Money
- The New Yorker
- Satellite Radio
Why Choose Julie Hall?
- 35+ years of hands-on experience
- Nationally trusted expert on personal property and estate cleanouts
- Personalized plans built around your goals
- Educator, speaker, and published author
- Deeply respected for her compassionate, no-nonsense approach
Ready to work with Julie?
Connect with Julie to simplify your estate journey with clarity, confidence, and expert care. Prefer to get started right away? Explore her Online Workshop and Executor Template Package for trusted, step-by-step guidance—available anytime, anywhere.