Situation: Kurt & Shaliena U. came to us in February 2008 with the need to sell their home in Snoqualmie Ridge and move closer in to Seattle. Their home had previously been on the market with another agent for 129 days with no offers. They reduced their price twice from $889,950 to $839,950.

Analysis: We completed a thorough market analysis and property review. We determined the home needed staging, power-washing, interior painting and touch up, and de-cluttering. We also did a pre-inspection to uncover any potential problems we may have during a Buyer inspection. Our marketing plan included professional photos, new signage, high quality flyers, and a new $799K price.

Results: We successfully received and negotiated an offer within 6 days of listing the property and sold it in 49 Days at a closing price of $783,000. After we were "Pending", 2 other homes came on the market on the same street at $739,000 and $729,000. Both with similar finish levels and size. Our home sold in half the time that other houses in that price range were selling for. The client was ecstatic and felt great about being able to sell in a downward trending market with incredible turmoil in financial markets.

Situation: David & Tricia J. came to us in July 2008 with the need to sell their home in Aldarra Estates. They had previously bought another home and had since moved out. The home had been listed with another full service agent for 219 days. No offers were made during this time.

Analysis: Our team completed a thorough market analysis and property review. We determined the home needed staging furniture, power-washing, interior paint, and a thorough cleaning. We also did a pre-inspection to uncover any potential problems we may have during a Buyer inspection. Our marketing plan included professional photos, new signage, and high quality fliers. The price was NOT changed.

Results: We successfully received and negotiated an offer within 12 days of listing the property and sold it in 24 days! It was the only home to sell in Aldarra Estates in the previous 6 months. It was also the highest resale ever closed in that neighborhood. The negotiation took several days and was successful because of our ability to listen to the needs of both Seller and Buyer and find enough common ground to put the deal together. Our clients were thrilled to sell their home so quickly!