Coaching Inc with Tom Krol

CI - S2 - 057 - How Al Nicoletti Became THE Probate Expert (And How You Can Too)

Tom Krol Season 2 Episode 57

Most real estate coaches tell their students to avoid complicated, messy deals. Al Nicoletti built his entire career on them. From attorney to nationally known probate expert, Al figured out how to turn one of real estate’s most overlooked niches into a profitable and scalable system.

In this episode, Al explains what probate really is, how he became the go-to authority in the space, and the three-step framework he uses to help coaches and their students close deals that others ignore. If you’re a coach, consultant, or investor looking to stand out, Al’s story proves how owning a niche can set you apart.

You’ll Learn How To:

  • Spot probate opportunities most investors overlook
  • Help students close tricky deals without being a lawyer
  • Build authority in a niche and position yourself as the expert
  • Create communities that fuel referrals, loyalty, and long-term success

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

  • (03:34) How Al Nicoletti got his start in real estate
  • (05:06) The transition from attorney to building a business around probate
  • (06:40) Why thousands of properties sit untouched in probate
  • (07:57) Why do many students get stuck on their first probate deal
  • (09:49) How Al helps navigate multi-heir probate cases step by step
  • (11:48) The biggest hurdle in probate: tracking down heirs
  • (12:41) Building family trees to unlock new deal opportunities
  • (13:36) Creative strategies that open the door to more solutions
  • (15:02) How speaking “one-to-many” at events generates instant deal flow

Who This Episode Is For:

  • Real estate coaches who want their students to close more deals
  • Entrepreneurs ready to dominate a niche market
  • Course creators looking for expert partners to boost results
  • Investors who don’t want to leave probate opportunities on the table

Why You Should Listen:

Most investors avoid probate; Al Nicoletti leans into it. His system not only uncovers hidden inventory but also helps coaches create more wins for their clients. If you want to close more deals, build credibility, and establish yourself as the authority in your space, this episode shows you how.

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