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Helping Wonderful Clients Through Every Chapter

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Real Estate Agent with Coldwell Banker Realty ~ 512.750.6899

What a fulfilling week working with some dear past clients of mine! Fourteen years ago, I had the privilege of listing their home in Canyon Creek and helping them purchase a beautiful Colina Vista Condominium. A stunning view and a primary bedroom were non-negotiable for them, and with the market moving quickly, I contacted a sales representative I trusted at D.R. Horton. We found the perfect unit, wrote up an offer, and they couldn’t have been happier. Interestingly, I also represented another buyer just a few units down the way!

Fast forward to about three years ago, health challenges began to weigh on them, and we started discussing a potential move to a senior living facility. Though they explored their options, they weren’t quite ready at the time.

This past fall, it became clear that a move was necessary. They chose a wonderful facility conveniently located near my office. By December, they had settled into their new home, and we shifted our focus to listing their condo.

Good karma stepped in when another agent reached out last weekend, mentioning he had clients renting in the community who were eager to buy a property there and heard I would be the listing agent on a unit. I met with my sellers on Monday to list the condo, complete the seller’s disclosure, and finalize the necessary details. With everything in place, we shared the list price and necessary documents with the agent. My clients hoped this opportunity would work out, before putting the home on the market, as they anticipated the challenge of decluttering, making repairs, and staging the property for the market.

To their delight, the agent presented a full-price, as-is offer with a short three-day option period and a Valentine’s Day closing date! My sellers graciously offered the buyers a chance to keep any items left in the condo, and as luck would have it, the buyers wanted everything!

The relief on my clients’ faces was priceless. With the stress of selling their home lifted, they feel lighter, and some of their health concerns even seem to be improving.

So far, everything is moving smoothly—we’re past the option period and headed for the appraisal. Moments like these, where things come together for truly good people, are why I love what I do!

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Michael Jacobs
Pasadena, CA
Pasadena And Southern California 818.516.4393

Hello Dorie - there are no sorts of stories found in real estate.  It is certainly nice when things fall into place.  May that continue to be the case as this transaction continues.   

Jan 18, 2025 08:39 AM
Dorie Dillard Austin TX

Thank you Michael Jacobs ...I'm a firm believer in karma and when it's good it's good!

Jan 18, 2025 11:21 AM
Will Hamm
Hamm Homes - Aurora, CO
"Where There's a Will, There's a Way!"

Hello Dorie, I have a family that I help buy a house in 1999 and then there daughter want to buy, then there other daughter, then the one daughter had two children and needed a bigger home.  Great to have deals like that.

 

Jan 18, 2025 08:51 AM
Dorie Dillard Austin TX

Yes it is Will Hamm. I so enjoy this couple and so glad to see things falling into place form them.

Jan 18, 2025 11:22 AM
George Souto
George Souto NMLS #65149 - Middletown, CT
Your Connecticut Mortgage Expert

Dorie love it when everything comes together.  You are off to an outstanding start to 2025!!!

Jan 18, 2025 11:26 AM
Dorie Dillard Austin TX

The ball started rolling in November 2024 when optimism started to climb George Souto !

Jan 18, 2025 12:51 PM
Lew Corcoran
Better Living Real Estate, LLC - East Bridgewater, MA
Expert guidance. Exceptional results.

I really appreciate you sharing this heartwarming story, Dorie Dillard Austin TX! It’s inspiring to see how you’ve guided your clients through such important transitions, and your dedication truly shines through.

Jan 18, 2025 11:37 AM
Dorie Dillard Austin TX

They are a joy to work with and I always keep in contact with them Lew Corcoran !

Jan 18, 2025 12:52 PM
Roy Kelley
Retired - Gaithersburg, MD

Congratulations, Dorie, and best wishes for a smooth transaction.

Have an outstanding weekend.

Jan 18, 2025 11:48 AM
Dorie Dillard Austin TX

Thank you Roy.

Jan 18, 2025 12:52 PM
Jeff Dowler, CRS
eXp Realty of California, Inc. - Carlsbad, CA
The Southern California Relocation Dude

Hi Dorie:

What a great story! I bet your sellers are thrilled at how things have worked out thus far, and for all the good work that you have done for them. Best wishes for a smooth path to closing.

Jeff

Jan 18, 2025 01:10 PM
Kathy Streib
Cypress, TX
Home Stager/Redesign

HI Dorie- I love to read stories like this!!! It says quite a bit about the relationships you have with your clients...they come back! Congratulations to you and your sellers. 

Jan 18, 2025 02:15 PM
Endre Barath, Jr.
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties - Beverly Hills, CA
Realtor - Los Angeles Home Sales 310.486.1002

Dorie Dillard Austin TX  we all have stories like this because we have been around a long time and always took care of our clients. Nevertheless, it is nice reading about it when everything comes together like this one.... Now we are looking forward to a great Review from your clients:)Endre

Jan 18, 2025 11:25 PM
Brian England
Ambrose Realty Management LLC - Gilbert, AZ
MBA, GRI, REALTOR® Real Estate in East Valley AZ

It's wonderful when things work out like that and they seem to more often than not with solid agents like yourself!

Jan 19, 2025 03:56 AM
Lawrence "Larry" & Sheila Agranoff. Cell: 631-805-4400
The Top Team @ Charles Rutenberg Realty 255 Executive Dr, Plainview NY 11803 - Plainview, NY
Long Island Condo and Home Specialists

Dorie, It's rewarding to represent past clients, a true testament to the quality of your expertise and continued excellence!

Jan 19, 2025 05:39 AM
Kat Palmiotti
eXp Commercial, Referral Divison - Kalispell, MT
Helping your Montana dreams take root

How wonderful! This wouldn't have happened had you not been so good at what you do.

Jan 19, 2025 06:44 AM