JoAnne never intended to sell the family homestead, a home the family named Casa Cashin. Her grandparents bought the home in the 1940’s. Her father moved into the home after her grandparent’s passed away and she moved into the home to care for him in his later years. She fully intended to settle in for […]
The Brothers- A Last Minute Decision To Sell
It’s hard to sell a home you love- even if it makes good business sense. Andrew and You You didn’t plan to sell Columbus. They had already moved to a previously purchased home and were all set to rent Columbus to a great tenant…in fact, the lease application was on You You’s desk. But You You […]
Jan and Mike – The Courage to Change
Jan and Mike had it “made”. They loved their home and enjoyed deep ties to their neighbors and their community. Still, they longed for a change. Finding out where to go and the logistics behind finally getting there was a long, carefully thought out journey. When did you first start thinking about moving away from […]
Marilyn McGinnis- A New Life
When George died Marilyn knew it was time to execute “the plan”. It was time to sell the loved family home and find her new life at a local assisted living facility. To say this was a hard transition is an understatement. I have known and loved the McGinnis family for years. I was acquainted […]
The Battigs – Big Dreams, Modest Budget
What do you do when you HAVE to get your kids into a better school district, but the market is hyper-competitive and your budget is limited? Robert and Emillie went through a difficult journey, but they agree it was completely worth it in the end. Robert is s occupational therapist and Emillie is a registered nurse. […]
Downsizing On Their Terms
Hugh and Marlene Scheffy bought this home in 2000 after deciding to downsize from their large Claremont home into a smaller home closer to downtown Los Angeles. They were already empty nesters, but they enjoyed many family celebrations and grandchildren sleep overs. As they get ready to launch their home on the open market, Hugh […]
The Harrisons – Combining Households
The Harrisons had decided to combine households with Kathy’s mother, Pat. This meant selling their beloved North Hollywood home and finding a living situation that was comfortable for everyone. Navigating expectations, personalities and changing roles was challanging, but the family managed to find their happy spot. How did you feel about selling the family home? […]
