How Virginia Carlin Sold Her Condo As-Is to Fund Her Move to Assisted Living
Moving into assisted living comes with enough decisions already. Worrying about fixing up a home before selling shouldn’t have to be one of them.
That’s where Virginia Carlin found herself in Ashburn, VA.
Her condo needed a lot of work. The problem was, she couldn’t make the repairs herself, and she didn’t have the money to hire contractors either.
Plus, she needed the proceeds from the sale to help pay for her move.
Selling the condo wasn’t just about moving. It was the only way she could comfortably afford the next step.
Here at House Buyers of America, we happily stepped in.
Why Downsizing Isn’t Always Simple
Many people we work with think downsizing means putting the home on the market and moving into something smaller. Unfortunately, that’s rarely how it works.
Sometimes the home needs repairs that have been put off for years, and other times the homeowners simply aren’t able to handle the work anymore.
The costs can add up more quickly than most people realize, an issue many people we work with have previously encountered.
For many people, paying for repairs while also paying moving expenses simply isn’t realistic. That’s exactly where Virginia found herself, and why we knew we could help.
Sometimes Timing Is Just as Important as the Sale
One thing we’ve learned over the years is that homeowners don’t always need the fastest closing. Sometimes they need the right closing.
Virginia needed the money from the sale before she could comfortably move into assisted living, but she also needed a little extra time before leaving the condo.
Trying to work with buyers and sellers to accomplish both at once would have been difficult and stressful. A traditional sale doesn’t always offer that kind of flexibility.
A Sale That Worked Around Virginia’s Needs
Once we understood Virginia’s situation, we knew there was a simple solution.
House Buyers of America purchased the condo As-Is, with no repairs, updates, or cleanup required before closing.
We also offered a post-settlement occupancy agreement.
That meant Virginia received the proceeds from the sale while remaining in the condo for a short time afterward.
When the purchase contract was finalized, instead of rushing Virginia out of her home, we worked with her to let her stay an extra two months so she could complete her move.
What Happened After We Bought the Condo?
Once we purchased the condo, it was time to give it a fresh start.
The kitchen was completely updated with new cabinets, quartz countertops, a tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, and a redesigned layout with additional seating.
The bathroom also got a full makeover with a new vanity, tub, tile surround, updated plumbing fixtures, hardware, and modern lighting.
Throughout the rest of the condo, we repaired drywall, applied fresh paint, installed new flooring, upgraded the lighting, and added shiplap, tile, and acoustic accent walls to bring the space back to life.
Moving Forward With Peace of Mind
For Virginia, the biggest benefit didn’t come from selling the condo. It was the peace of mind that came from knowing she didn’t have to worry about paying for repairs before she could move.
She got the money she needed, transitioned into assisted living on her own timeline, and didn’t have to clean a thing.
We’ve seen many homeowners face similar situations as they prepare to downsize. Sometimes selling the home is only part of the challenge. Having a little flexibility during the process can make the entire move much easier.