What is CPRES

C.P.R.E.S. stands for Certified Probate Real Estate Specialist.

It’s a professional certification for real estate agents who want to specialize in probate real estate properties that must be sold after a homeowner passes away and the estate goes through

probate court.

CPRES is trained to:

• Work with executors, administrators, heirs, and attorneys
• Understand the probate process and court timelines
• Handle the legal, emotional, and logistical challenges of probate sales
• Properly market and sell estate properties while staying compliant
• Why agents get CPRES-certified:
• Probate listings are often low competition & high value
• Builds credibility with attorneys and estate professionals
• Positions the agent as a niche expert, not a generalist

Updated on: 01/26/2026