This transaction began with complexity.
The sellers contacted me because of a significant life change. Their home on Columbine had deferred maintenance throughout and needed substantial repairs. There were communication challenges between them, but individually, they both trusted me to guide the process and keep things steady.
And steady was exactly what this situation required.
The Listing: Honesty and Strategy
The property had:
Extensive mold from a previous leak
A roof that needed replacement
General deferred maintenance throughout
This wasn’t a list it and hope scenario. It required transparency, thoughtful positioning, and the right buyer.
At the same time, I was working with a young couple looking to purchase their very first home.
They have a baby due in March.
Their budget was on the lower end for Idaho, though it fit more comfortably in Washington. But they strongly preferred to stay close to work in Idaho.
Timing mattered.
Location mattered.
Affordability mattered.
The Match
The day Columbine was set to hit the market, I introduced them to it.
It was immediate.
They walked in and felt it. Despite the repairs needed and the work ahead, it felt like home.
And that’s when the real work began.
Overcoming the Challenges
We had to navigate:
Mold remediation
A roof replacement
Negotiations around deferred maintenance
Financing on a home that many lenders might hesitate on
This is where relationships matter.
I connected the buyers with a lender who didn’t flinch at the condition or the complexity. Instead of fear, we had solutions.
On the seller side, I kept communication calm and structured, ensuring decisions were made clearly despite personal dynamics.
All parties stayed focused on the outcome.
The Result
We closed smoothly.
The sellers were able to move forward with their next chapter.
The buyers secured their first home in Idaho, close to work, just in time to prepare for their baby’s arrival.
What could have been a stressful, messy transaction became a collaborative, problem-solving success.
This deal wasn’t about perfect condition or easy paperwork.
It was about:
✔︎ Strategy
✔︎ Transparency
✔︎ The right connections
✔︎ Calm leadership
And watching a sweet couple prepare a nursery in their very first home while the sellers move forward with peace?
That’s the kind of outcome that makes this work deeply rewarding.
If you’re buying your first home or selling a property that needs repairs, let’s create a clear strategy from day one.