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Northern Trail Estate Services

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Reliable estate liquidation and clean-out services in NW Washington.

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Local. Independent. Donation forward.

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About Northern Trail Estate Services

Tailored Solutions

Every estate is unique, and at Northern Trail Estate Services, we provide tailored solutions that meet your individual needs. 

Our team is dedicated to ensuring a stress-free experience for you and your family.

Who we work with

  • Families handling an estate or downsizing
  • Real estate agents preparing property for sale
  • Attorneys managing probate or trust transitions
  • Property managers handling transitions
  • Out-of-state heirs who need local help
  • Executors and trustees

Agent & Attorney Resources

Our Simple Process

  1. Initial Walkthrough - We review the property, contents, timeline, and goals
  2. Clear Service Recommendation - We recommend the best service option based on property condition, contents, timeline and access
  3. Full clean-out, Full clean-out with Auction, or Auction only - We handle the work based on the agreed scope
  4. Final Accounting & Completion - You receive a sales summary and the property is left exactly as agreed 

What to Expect

  • All items must be assigned to Sell, Keep, or Remove before the clean-out / auction
  • Removed items not sold at auction become the property of Northern Trail Estate Services unless agreed otherwise
  • Hazardous materials (biohazard, mold, etc) and specialty disposal (hot tub, piano, appliances, etc) are not included unless discussed in advance
  • Extra dump fees or specialty services are billed at cost when applicable

Why Clients Choose Us

  • Local and independently owned
  • Licensed and Insured
  • No franchise quotas or pressure pricing
  • Donation forward whenever possible
  • Flexible options based on real conditions
  • Clear scope, no surprises

Service Options

Overview

The service options below outline the different levels of support available, from auction -only assistance to full estate liquidation and clean-out. The appropriate option is confirmed after the walkthrough based on property condition, contents, timeline and access.

Model 1. Full Clean-Out (No Auction)

For estates that need the house emptied completely, and need it done quickly

  • Removal of all contents
  • Donation coordination and disposal
  • Final broom-clean property clearing
  • Items removed become the property of Northern Trail Estate Services.

Fee based on square footage and amount of contents.

Payment due upon completion of clean-out.

Model 2. Full Clean-Out plus Auction

For estates that need the house cleaned out completely but want to recoup value, and time is not an issue.

Phase 1: Full Clean-Out (same as Model 1 above)

Payment due upon completion of clean-out.


Phase 2 - Online Auction

  • Auction prep, listing & management
  • Buyer coordination & payout
  • Unsold items become the property of Northern Trail Estate Services unless agreed otherwise.

Listing fee - $2 per item

Commission - 35% of net sales (after auction fees)

Net proceeds sent to client

Model 3. Sort & Removal of Auction Items Only

For organized estates where remaining items will be handled by the client.

Phase 1: 

  • Sort all contents for Sell / Keep
  • Only auction items are removed

Sorting and removal fee based on square footage and amount of contents.

Payment due upon removal of auction items.


Phase 2: Online Auction (same as Model 2, Phase 2 above)

Model 3B. Auction: PICKUP ONLY (No Sorting)

Client has already selected auction items, no sorting is needed.

Phase 1:

  • Pickup of pre-selected auction items
  • Transport

Flat pickup fee: $250 - $750 based on volume and access, due at pickup.

* If sorting is required onsite, pricing converts to Auction Only pricing above.


Phase 2: Online Auction (same as Model 2, phase 2 above)

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Northern Trail Estate Services

Sedro-Woolley, WA 98284, USA

+1.360.389.2760

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