From Family Home to $3.6M Sale
$500K Above As-Is Value: Supporting a Family Through Their Home Sale
When my clients inherited their parents' home, they weren't just facing a real estate decision – they were navigating an emotional transition during a time of loss. Our role extended far beyond helping two siblings just sell their family property; it was about providing guidance, support, and clarity through every step of their journey.
Should they sell as-is or invest in improvements?
Our collaborative approach led the family through making informed decisions. They needed guidance on which path would yield the best return and how to navigate the complex process of preparing an inherited property for sale. All while dealing with a difficult loss.
Rather than rushing to market, we considered both emotional and practical factors, creating a supportive environment for important family discussions. We built trust through transparent communication and expertise.
Our approach started with:
Taking time to understand the family's situation and concerns
Conducting thorough inspections to understand the property's condition. Quite often recommendations are made to sellers without fully understanding any property “issues” or blockers that I believed could be a concern for a prospective or nervous buyer
Developing detailed renovation budgets and timelines
Creating multiple sale scenarios to compare potential returns
Clear, detailed information to support decision-making
The Strategic Renovation Journey
After careful consideration and a clear understanding of the potential return on investment, our clients chose to pursue a comprehensive refresh. We coordinated $150,000 worth of improvements, including:
Complete interior and exterior painting
Removal of asbestos ductwork
New lighting and fixtures throughout
Professional floor refinishing
Bathroom cabinet refinishing
Extensive landscape renovation
Professional staging with designer input
Sewer lateral replacement
Beyond the Transaction
This success story demonstrates how strategic property preparation can dramatically expand your buyer pool and maximize return. While an as-is sale might have been simpler, the right improvements, professionally managed, returned more than triple the renovation investment.
For sellers open to guidance and willing to trust the process, we can transform uncertainty into exceptional results. Our commitment goes beyond maximizing sale price – it's about supporting families through every step with care, expertise, and understanding.
Having a trusted partner who understands both the practical and your personal situation makes all the difference. I’d love the opportunity to earn your business. If you're considering selling your home and want a team that will handle every challenge with the same dedication shown in Doug's sale, I'd love to chat with you.
Client Testimonial
"From the very first meeting, we knew that Raziel was the right person to guide us through the sale of our home. He exuded warmth, integrity, and optimism, which made him an absolute joy to work with. Beyond his personal qualities, Raziel had built a unique, seamless and efficient workflow within his team that made the entire process straightforward and stress-free.
Raziel took the time to carefully explain each step of the selling process. His team worked in lockstep with him, creating a sense of confidence and reassurance that we were in capable hands. We not only had Raziel oversee the sale of our home, but he also guided us through a significant renovation before listing. His recommendations on how much to invest in upgrades were spot on, and we trusted his judgment every step of the way. The results were nothing short of impressive.
Raziel and his team provided exceptional support throughout. They recommended trusted experts for the estate sale, contractors, painters, and stagers, and managed all the contracts with precision. This level of service and attention to detail resulted in a beautifully presented home that drew incredible interest. Raziel's expertise in pricing was invaluable--he advised us on the right price, and his ability to negotiate openly with potential buyers ultimately led to finding the right match.
Above all, what stands out most about Raziel is his honesty, integrity, caring nature, and exceptional communication skills. He was transparent, available, and took the time to educate us along the way, ensuring we felt informed and confident throughout the selling process. The culture within his team reflects these same values--warmth, professionalism, and a genuine commitment to supporting their clients.
Working with Raziel felt different from past experiences with other agents. In those cases, the process seemed more complicated and labor-intensive. With Raziel's team, everything was streamlined, efficient, and well-coordinated, and we ended up with a much better result than we had anticipated. His network of industry professionals is a testament to the trust he has built within the real estate community. It's clear that other agents, clients, and colleagues hold him in high regard.
Thanks to Raziel's expertise, we were able to sell our home in San Mateo Park for well above asking price and complete the transaction feeling grateful for the exceptional experience he and his team provided. We truly can't recommend him enough."
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