January 19th, 2010

Last year I worked with a military family that really struggled to get an offer accepted. With every offer we made, they were just not the offer sellers were looking for. Too many cash buyers or conventional financing were a little more desirable than 100% financing on a VA loan. Even though we wrote offers above asking price (when value allowed) and closing costs to be covered by the lender. It was quite a struggle.

We looked at everything. From dumps to beauties, some in areas they did not really want to live. I really went to bat for them on every deal. I loved these guys and wanted them in a home! As did they! FINALLY we found a corporate owned home, the day it went on the market and we made a really good offer! IT WAS ACCEPTED! We closed in less than 30 days and voila! They had their new home!

They were so excited and immediately went to work on making it home. It needed a little work, but they were both willing to put their hands, their friends hands and their families hands to work for them! New paint inside (although it had just been painted!) new appliances, new couch and all! (Hey, one of the  benefits of being in the military is the commisarry!)

Throughout the process, I have been kept in the loop. Updates regularly of what they have done, what they were going to do next. It is soooo rewarding to have helped this family find this house and be a part of the transformation from house to home.

I received a call yesterday from The Happy Homeowners asking me to come see the (mostly) completed transormation. Of course, I drove over, pulled in front of a totally different, beautiful home! From the new exterior paint, new window trim, new garage door and opener to the amazing interior changes, I was so excited for them! The joy and pride of showing me their home reminded me why I do this! I love my job!