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A Journey of Trust & Transformation: The Story of 14637 Kingsbury St.

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Real Estate Agent with Barcode Properties BRE # 01828994

A Journey of Trust, Tenacity, and Transformation 🏡✨

📍 14637 Kingsbury St, Mission Hills, CA 91345

Some real estate journeys are smooth and straightforward—this wasn’t one of them.

When the buyer reached out to me, it was clear they were ready to take a big step: buying their very first home. But readiness doesn’t always make the process easy—especially in today’s uncertain market. Inventory was limited in their price range, and nearly every listing they were interested in turned into a bidding war. The energy felt more like a battleground than a welcoming space for first-time buyers on a budget.

But we pushed forward.

We kept hunting, staying up late to watch new listings hit the MLS—and even diving into local online auctions. We placed bids, got outbid, regrouped, and tried again. At times, it felt like we were running in circles. But through every setback, we stayed focused. Determined. Hopeful.

And then—finally—we got one with Hubzu. 

Tucked away on a quiet street in Mission Hills, we won a fixer-upper. It wasn’t perfect—far from it. But our bid was accepted, the contract signed, and after navigating a not-so-smooth (and often very confusing) transaction… we closed.

Now, the real work begins. This home desperately  needs love—and the buyers are already knee-deep in the transformation. From landscaping the yard to bringing new life into each room, I can already see the foundation of a beautiful family home taking shape. This isn’t just a renovation—it’s a rebirth, built through vision, heart, and a whole lot of hard work.

I couldn’t be more grateful to have been part of this journey. Their trust, patience, and grit made all of this possible. I can't wait to see how 14637 Kingsbury St transforms into the warm, welcoming a home that's finally theirs to make. 

Here’s to fresh starts, fixer-uppers, and the kind of resilience that turns challenges into cherished milestones. 💛

/ to be continued/

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Inna Ivchenko

RealtorⓇ, Cal DRE # 01828994, GRI, PSC, HAFA 

Barcode Properties at Calabasas & Beverly Hills

Reasons to HIRE ME: 

  1. Your local friendly Realtor® providing great loyal service and truthful guidance personally or remotely( available upon request via skype, viber, FaceTime, etc.)
  2. Ready to assist you with a Purchase, Sale & ReSale, Trust Sale, Rentals, 1031 exchange, probate, relocation, etc. both residential and commercial properties.
  3. Devoted to help first time buyers, sellers, and investors. 
  4. Experienced in distressed sales, foreclosures, auctions, probates.
  5. Standing up as GRI NAR designated (Graduate of Realtors Institute)
  6. Passionate Sustainable and green technologies focused. 
  7. PSC (Pre-foreclosure Specialist Certification) & Certified HAFA Specialist 
  8. Short Sale Negotiator.
  9. Languages: English,Ukrainian,  Russian, 
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For all your real estate needs please call/text  310-867-0698

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Comments(8)

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Michael Jacobs
Pasadena, CA
Pasadena And Southern California 818.516.4393

Hello Inna - some real estate transactions may appear to be a quick trip to closing.  As we know, more than a few can seem like a long journey.  I am glad to hear your Mission Hills California buyers were successful in finding and closing this property.   Congratulations.  I look forward to learning more about the continuing story.  

May 09, 2025 04:26 AM
Kat Palmiotti
eXp Commercial, Referral Divison - Kalispell, MT
Helping your Montana dreams take root

Oh, this sounds like a place where before and after photos will tell a huge story!

May 09, 2025 04:54 AM
Roy Kelley
Retired - Gaithersburg, MD

Congratulations, Inna, on another successful transaction.

Have a productive spring!

May 09, 2025 05:15 AM
Wayne Martin
Wayne M Martin - Oswego, IL
Real Estate Broker - Retired

Good morning Inna. Having determined buyers with a willingness to pivot, apply their own elbow grease and the patience to complete the project over time gives a buying agent a sense of exhilaration to be the guide in that journey. Enjoy your day.

May 09, 2025 05:45 AM
Hannah Williams
HomeStarr Realty - Philadelphia, PA
Expertise NE Philadelphia & Bucks 215-820-3376

Inna Ivchenko  These are tough transactions, but it will be interesting to see the finished house. Working so closely for so long strengthens the bond between us and our client. We also learn so much in these transactions. They are fulfilling and give one a sense of pride. Congrdulations for making dreams come true  

May 09, 2025 07:43 AM
GilbertRealtor BillSalvatore
Arizona Elite Properties - Chandler, AZ
Realtor - 602-999-0952 / em: golfArizona@cox.net

Thank you for the great information. Have a fantastic week!

 

Bill Salvatore, Realtor

Arizona Elite Properties

#AZVHV / Arizona Veterans Helping Veterans

May 09, 2025 10:15 AM
Will Hamm
Hamm Homes - Aurora, CO
"Where There's a Will, There's a Way!"

Hello Inna and sounds like you did a great job with your clients and thank you for sharing this blog with us here in the Rain.

 

May 09, 2025 10:36 AM
Nick Vandekar, 610-203-4543
Realty ONE Group Advocates 484-237-2055 - Downingtown, PA
Selling the Main Line & Chester County

Congratulations, I believe we learn more from these types of transactions than those that are wonderfully smooth. Well done keeping your clients focused and involved in a market that could very well have left them feeling left out.

May 22, 2025 12:52 PM