How a Family Saved 62K on Their Move-up Home in Woodbridge, Redmond

How a Family Saved 62K on Their Move-up Home in Woodbridge, Redmond

When it comes to buying a new home, every family has a unique story. For one couple and their two boys, their journey to finding the perfect home not only fulfilled their dreams but also resulted in significant savings. Here's how they worked with us to purchase their second home while staying in their beloved community—and walked away with over $62,000 in savings.

The Family’s Vision: A Bigger Home in the Same Neighborhood

Having lived in the same community for years, this family of four was deeply rooted in their neighborhood. They loved the local schools, the amenities, and the sense of connection they shared with their neighbors. But with two growing boys, they needed more space.

Determined to stay within their community, they began their search for a larger home. Armed with knowledge of the local real estate market, they attended open houses independently. When the perfect property came on the market, checking all their boxes, they reached out to us for the next steps.

Navigating the Purchase

Once the family identified the home they wanted, they requested the listing documents, including the inspection report and seller disclosure forms, through our online portal. Confident in their choice, they decided to make an offer, initially submitting one below the asking price.

The seller’s agent soon came back with a verbal counteroffer. After careful consideration, the family decided to accept the terms of the counteroffer. We supported them by submitting a revised offer, which the sellers accepted the same day. The deal was sealed, and the house was successfully closed shortly afterward.

Breaking Down the Costs and Savings

The home was priced at approximately $2.56 million, with the sellers offering a 2.5% buyer agency commission, totaling $64,200. Here's how the costs and savings played out for the buyers:

  • Buyer Agency Cost: $2,000
    • Offer Submission (2 revisions): $250
    • Closing Support: $1,750
  • Rebate Received at Closing: $62,450
    • (Seller commission: $64,200 - Buyer agency cost: $1,750)
  • Total Savings for the Buyers: $62,200

This rebate of $62,200 is equivalent to funding a brand-new kitchen renovation, taking several memorable family vacations, or setting aside a significant amount for a college fund.

The Takeaway: A Smarter Way to Buy

This family’s story highlights the power of being informed and leveraging the right support system during the home-buying process. By attending open houses independently and partnering with us for the offer and closing stages, they not only secured their dream home but also maximized their financial advantage.

Are you ready to find your dream home and save big in the process? Reach out to us today and see how we can help you achieve your homeownership goals—while keeping more money in your pocket.

Buying a home in a competitive market can be challenging, but with the right approach, it’s possible to secure the perfect property and save significantly. A couple with two young daughters recently worked with us to buy their dream home in a large community in Redmond. Here’s how they navigated the process and walked away with nearly $46,000 in savings.

The Search for the Perfect Home

The family began their journey by exploring open houses independently, narrowing down their options in their desired community. When a property they loved hit the market, they wasted no time and scheduled a private home tour with us on the same day.

Confident that this was the home for them, they moved quickly and asked us to submit an offer to the seller. However, the seller came back with a request for a revised price and terms. The family decided to adjust their offer, and we submitted the revised offer promptly. Their swift actions paid off—the sellers accepted the revised offer the next day, beating out two other competing offers.

Breaking Down the Costs and Savings

The home was priced at $1.9 million, with the sellers offering a 2.5% buyer agency commission totaling $47,500. Here’s how the transaction costs and savings unfolded for the family:

  • Buyer Agency Cost: $1,650
    • Home Tour (30 minutes): $150
    • Offer Submission (2 revisions): $250
    • Closing Support: $1,250
  • Rebate Received at Closing: $46,250
    • (Seller commission: $47,500 - Buyer agency cost: $1,250)
  • Total Savings for the Buyers: $45,850

This rebate of $45,850 gives the family the financial flexibility to remodel a brand-new kitchen, plan several memorable vacations, or build a solid college fund for their daughters.

A Winning Strategy in a Competitive Market

This success story highlights how a proactive approach and strategic support can make all the difference in a competitive housing market. By leveraging our efficient services for touring, offer submission, and closing, the family was able to secure their dream home while maximizing their financial benefits.

Are you ready to find your dream home and save big? Partner with us today and let’s make it happen!