Tale of the Sale - A Home Flipping Success Story
When you’ve been in real estate long enough, you get to see clients’ journeys come full circle. That was the case with this month’s Tale of the Sale — a beautiful three-bedroom, two-bath manufactured home at 845 Oak Street, Unit 14.
A Client Who Keeps Coming Back
I first worked with this seller years ago on a different property. She’s a talented home flipper with a great eye for potential. This time, she and her partner teamed up to purchase this Oak Street home at a low entry price, then gutted and completely transformed it. Between the two of them, they’ve trusted me three different times to handle their sales — a testament to the value of long-term relationships and client trust.
From Fixer to Finished
The sellers invested a lot of time and effort into bringing this home back to life. With fresh finishes, smart updates, and plenty of attention to detail, they turned what was once a dated property into a stylish, move-in-ready home.
Navigating the Market
Like many homes this year, the property sat on the market longer than expected. We made a few price adjustments to stay competitive in today’s market, but the strategy worked. Eventually, the right buyer came along — someone thrilled to make this home their own.
The Results
In the end, my sellers walked away with a profitable flip, the buyer was excited for their new home, and I was reminded yet again why client retention matters so much. These sellers appreciated the marketing, the social media exposure, and the encouragement throughout the process. For me, it was about more than a transaction — it was about supporting their vision and celebrating their success.
The moral of this Tale of the Sale? Relationships matter. Whether you’re a first-time buyer, a seasoned seller, or a flipper with big goals, having an agent who shows up, cheers you on, and works hard on your behalf makes all the difference.
If you're thinking about buying or selling in Salida (or anywhere nearby), let’s chat. You never know when your own “just-right” opportunity might show up.