Diana Fairbanks — Probate Real Estate Specialist | Fort Lauderdale, FL
PROBATE
Fort Lauderdale's Probate Specialist

The Expert
Families Trust
When It Matters Most

Navigating probate, divorce, and life transitions with clarity, compassion, and a decade of proven expertise in South Florida real estate.

Diana Fairbanks
CPRES
CDRE
SRES
CDPE
Top 1%
18+
Years of Experience
500+
Transactions Closed
Top 1%
Agents Nationwide
10+
Years Probate Focus
Probate Expertise

Fort Lauderdale's Most
Trusted Probate Agent

For over a decade, Diana Fairbanks has been the go-to resource for estate attorneys, court-appointed administrators, and out-of-state families navigating probate real estate in South Florida.

She knows the local courts, the trusted estate & trust attorneys, and exactly what it takes to move a probate sale forward — smoothly, legally, and with as little burden on the family as possible. She has appeared in court as a real estate expert witness on numerous occasions.

  • Established relationships with local estate & trust attorneys
  • Has testified in probate court as a real estate expert
  • Full concierge services — families never need to travel to Florida
  • Can connect families with probate attorneys at affordable rates
  • One point of contact for every piece of the process
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Full Concierge — We Handle Everything
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Property Sales
Full listing management, valuation & expert negotiation
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Cleanouts & Estates
Estate sales, garage sales, donations to charities
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Repairs & Prep
Pre-sale inspections, renovations, and staging
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Property Maintenance
Landscaping, pest control, ongoing upkeep
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Vehicle Handling
Any vehicle — titled or not, running or not
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Attorney Referrals
Trusted probate attorneys at affordable rates
Born to Win

Credentials That
Speak for Themselves

Diana holds specialized certifications that most agents never pursue — because she serves clients in some of life's most sensitive situations. Probate. Divorce. Senior transitions. She came prepared.

Top 1% of Agents
in the United States
Top Producer
Company Wide
2016 – Present
Certified Divorce
Real Estate Expert
CDRE
Certified Probate
Real Estate Specialist
CPRES
Certified Distress
Property Expert
CDPE
Senior Real Estate
Specialist
SRES
Diana Fairbanks
Why Diana

Not Just an Agent.
A True Partner.

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One Call.
Everything Handled.

From attorney referrals to cleanouts to closing — Diana manages every piece so out-of-state families don't have to coordinate a dozen vendors from across the country.

02
Court-Tested
Expertise

Diana has appeared in local probate courts as a real estate expert witness. She knows the judges, the attorneys, and the process — giving her clients a real advantage when accuracy matters.

03
25 Years in the
Art of Communication

A career in New York's entertainment industry and an MFA in Arts Administration gave Diana communication skills most agents simply don't have. She handles sensitive situations with rare grace.

"The family does not need to come to Florida. We handle everything — from first call to final closing."
— Diana Fairbanks · CPRES · CDRE · SRES · Balistreri Real Estate
Client Reviews

What Clients Are
Saying

★★★★★

"Diana is knowledgeable, professional, fair, and incredibly easy to work with throughout every stage of the process. Her experience with probate and estate sales is especially valuable — she understands how to navigate sensitive situations with professionalism and care."

Christine C. Gill
Probate & Estate Client · Broward County
★★★★★

"The loss of a loved one is always difficult — knowing you have the right professionals in your corner is invaluable. Diana and her skilled team got the property sold quickly and for top dollar. We can't thank Diana enough for their incredible service to our family."

Nichole LaVigne
Probate Sale · Fort Lauderdale
★★★★★

"We just closed on an estate property with the help of Diana Fairbanks and were impressed with the speed and professionalism she provided. You are an excellent real estate agent in the Fort Lauderdale area and beyond."

Nelson & Carole Tetreault
Estate Property Sale · Fort Lauderdale, FL
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Get in Touch

Let's Talk About
What You're Facing

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954-686-1915 Primary & Cell · WhatsApp Available
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Serving All of Broward County Fort Lauderdale · Pompano Beach · Coral Springs · Pembroke Pines & beyond
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