Dorothy, 78, had lived in her Portage ranch home for 40 years. Her health had declined to the point where her family knew she needed assisted living, and the family home needed to be sold. Dorothy was emotionally attached to the home but understood the need. The family wanted to minimize stress and disruption to Dorothy.
A traditional listing would mean months of showings, strangers walking through Dorothy's home, and extended uncertainty. Dorothy's medical transition timing was set — her assisted living place was reserved. The home needed minor updates but the family didn't want to manage contractors while simultaneously caring for Dorothy.
7 Lakes Properties met with Dorothy and her daughter at the home. We explained the process gently, answered all their questions, and made an offer of $198,000 — fair value for the home's as-is condition with minor updates needed. Dorothy took time with her daughter to review and accepted 3 days later.
Closing occurred 14 days after acceptance — 2 days before Dorothy's assisted living move-in date. Family removed cherished belongings in the 2-week window. Dorothy's net proceeds funded her assisted living care with reserves for several years. The family was able to focus entirely on Dorothy's transition rather than a home sale.
"You treated my mother with dignity. The whole process was calm and respectful. Thank you, 7 Lakes Properties."— Dorothy's daughter, Portage MI
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