One Call. One Plan. The Entire Estate Handled.
Veteran-owned · Locally operated · Insured
Estate Organization
Cleanouts & Junk Removal
Downsizing
Property Preparation
Online Estate Auctions
Assess. Plan. Organize. Clear.
Prepare. Transition.
Assess
Understand the property, contents, goals, timeline, and family needs.
Plan
Create a prioritized transition plan and recommended path forward.
Organize
Sort, document, identify, and coordinate household contents.
Clear
Coordinate sale, donation, recycling, removal, and cleanout needs.
Prepare
Coordinate cleaning, repairs, light improvements, and sale preparation.
Transition
Help move the property and family toward the appropriate next step.
Tell Us Your Situation
How We Help, in Practice
Estate Organization & Inventory
We sort, document, and categorize household contents so your family can make informed, unhurried decisions about what comes next.
Estate Liquidation & Online Auctions
We help determine the best way to sell estate contents and manage the process from start to finish — including online auctions, direct sales, estate-sale coordination, and other appropriate sales channels.
Estate Cleanout & Junk Removal
Full or partial property clearing, coordinated against an approved project plan — donation, recycling, and disposal handled responsibly.
Property Preparation & Light Rehab Coordination
We coordinate paint, flooring, landscaping, and minor repairs — prioritizing the work that’s actually worth doing.
Property Transition & Sale Preparation
We help prepare the property and family for its next step, coordinating with appropriate licensed real estate professionals.
Start with a Free Consultation.
Every situation is different. During your free consultation, we’ll learn about your circumstances, goals, timeline, and immediate needs, then recommend the most appropriate next step.
- Your current situation and immediate priorities
- Your goals for the property and belongings
- Property location and general condition
- Household contents and estate needs
- Your preferred timeline and important deadlines
- Services that may be helpful
- Family members or decision-makers involved
- The recommended next step
Estate Co.
( 1 ) One point of coordination
A single team managing every moving part.
( 2 ) A clear, prioritized plan
Know what happens next, and why.
( 3 ) Local and fully insured
On the ground in the communities we serve, and insured on every job.
( 4 ) Focus on preserving value
We look for what's worth keeping before anything is cleared.
( 5 ) Professional communication
Visibility into the project from start to finish.
Built From Firsthand Experience
Great Lakes Estate Co. was created after experiencing how overwhelming it can be to manage a family estate while grieving. That experience inspired a more organized, compassionate way to help families move forward.
— Chris Loveless, Founder
Serving Berrien County in Southwest Michigan
We serve families throughout Berrien County, including St. Joseph, Benton Harbor, Stevensville, Bridgman, Berrien Springs, Buchanan, Niles, New Buffalo, and surrounding communities.