I recently worked with a family in Mechanicsville, VA, who reached out during a difficult and transitional time in their lives. Their parents needed to sell their home because they were moving in with them.
The home itself had been lived in and loved for many years. The home was older so it did need some basic repairs that needed to be addressed like plumbing and electrical issues. The kitchen and bathrooms were also a bit out dated, which made the home less attractive to buyers looking for something more modern.
The family decided to list the house in a traditional way, with a Realtor, hoping it would sell quickly. At first there was some activity in terms of viewings but many buyers were hesitant to buy a home that needed repairs. There were a few offers made, but the offers were much lower than expected. After including the Realtor commissions, the closing costs, and necessary repairs, selling through a Realtor didn’t make financial sense.
What seemed to affect the family most was the emotional drain. The couple was ready to move on to the next phase of their lives but the house remained unsold. The waiting process already added to the stress of moving. It was then that the family approached TrueVision Homes, and I was able to speak with them about their situation.
I planned a walkthrough with them in their home in Mechanicsville. I inspected their home and walked around the house with them. They explained their experience and familiarity with different parts of the house.
They didn’t want to spend any money into a house they were leaving and they didn’t want the uncertainty of waiting months for the right buyer to come along. After seeing the condition of the home, I was able to put together a straightforward fair cash offer without requiring them to make any repairs or updates.
Once they decided to move forward, the process was quick and we were able to close within two weeks. There were no repairs that needed to be made and no worry about how long it would take to find a buyer. The closing date was determined by the schedule of the whole family, allowing them time and opportunity to settle their parents properly into their new living place.
The sale was complete and the parents moved in with their family. The family was finally able to enjoy their time together rather than being stressed over a lingering home sale. In this situation, it was about selling the home and allowing the entire family to come together without any problems or setbacks.
