Day-to-day management of tangible and financial assets by a Licensed Fiduciary to protect value, minimize risk, and move the estate forward efficiently. Includes: securing and safeguarding property, coordinating inventory and appraisal, vendor selection and supervision (auctioneers, movers, cleaners, locksmiths), sale/disposition oversight (auction, consignment, donation), chain-of-custody and proceeds tracking, and periodic status reporting.
Asset Management Assistant $100/hr
Skilled, on-the-ground support working under fiduciary direction to keep projects organized. Includes: on-site cataloging and photography, data entry into inventory logs, labeling and packing, scheduling and vendor logistics, pick-ups and deliveries, donation documentation, research for valuation support, and general admin/communications.
Principal Fiduciary Services (Special Cases Only) $140/hr
Strategic leadership and decision-making by the Principal Fiduciary on complex or time-sensitive matters. Ideal when legal, financial, or family dynamics require seasoned judgment and formal authority. Includes: oversight of estate/trust administration, prioritization of tasks and timelines, direction of asset recovery and disposition strategy, coordination with attorneys/courts/beneficiaries, approvals and sign-off on major actions, resolution of disputes, and final review of accountings and distributions.
đź’ł Payment Terms
Billing Cycle: Monthly
Minimum Billing Increment: 0.10 hour
Accepted Methods: ACH, Credit Card
Late Payment Fee: 1.5% per month after 30 days
⚖️ Notes & Disclaimers
Fees may vary based on case complexity, urgency, and required expertise.
PAL will delegate tasks to the lowest appropriate billing rate to ensure cost efficiency.
Our Services
Asset Value Coordination
We schedule qualified appraisers, gather comparables, and consolidate documented valuations into one easy-to-review package.
Marshal Assets & Valuables
We quickly identify, secure, and tag high-value items—with photo evidence and chain-of-custody logging—to protect estates from day one.
Inventory Creation & Reporting
Room-by-room inventories with photos, labels or barcodes, when possible, rolled into clear reports suitable for courts and beneficiaries.
Property Clean Out
From debris removal to donation and recycling, we return properties in broom swept condition.
Auction & Sale Coordination
We vet auction houses and estate-sale vendors, track lots and proceeds, and ensure a transparent financial closeout.
Home Contractor Service Coordination
We schedule and oversee movers, cleaners, locksmiths, and trades—managing estimates, approvals, timelines, and quality checks.
Estate Administrator Services
Custom projects for trusts, conservatorships, and probate matters.
Estate Asset Distribution
We oversee distribution of assets to heirs, beneficiaries, and charities based on client direction.
Handle Sentimental Assets with Care
We handle sentimental items, from photos and memorabilia to heirlooms, with the utmost care, ensuring their preservation and proper handling with a focus on their emotional value.