At Team Yazbeck, we believe that every home has a story, and every transaction is about more than just numbers, it’s about people, timing, and care. In this Steamboat Springs real estate success story, we were honored to help a repeat client navigate a big transition with compassion, strategy, and just the right touch of creativity.
Here’s how we turned a slow-starting listing into a seamless sale in just days.
🌟How Strategy Created a Client Success Story
Our client had worked with us before to purchase her Steamboat Springs condo. After recently becoming widowed, she was ready to begin a new chapter and needed to sell the property before heading overseas. Her trust in us meant a lot, and we knew this was more than just a transaction, it was a life shift.
🧭 The Goal: Smooth, Swift, and Stress-Free
The ask was clear: sell the condo efficiently, and ideally before international travel began. She was counting on us for a streamlined, low-stress process, and we were ready to deliver.
🚧 The Challenge: A Slow Start
Initially, the listing wasn’t generating any traction. The unit was still tenant-occupied, limiting showing access and overall appeal. As expected, we had no showings during this phase, and we knew something had to shift once the tenant moved out.
💡 The Refresh: A Strategic Re-Launch
Once the unit was vacant, we sprang into action:
- In-house staging to highlight the space’s potential
- Deep cleaning for a fresh, move-in ready feel
- New photography to better showcase the updates
We timed our re-launch carefully, hitting the market when buyer interest was peaking, and it worked.
🗓️ The Timeline: Just Days from Listing to Offer
3/26/25: Listed with tenant in place- no showings
4/28/25: Tenant vacated the unit
5/8/25: Relaunched with staging, cleaning, and new photos
5/9–5/10: Four showings in two days
5/11/25: Under contract!
It was a textbook example of how timing, presentation, and preparation make all the difference.
🤝 Collaboration Behind the Scenes
We also worked closely with a local lender and buyer’s agent to accelerate the loan process and move the closing date up. That way, the client could close before leaving town, something that was incredibly important to her.
🎉 The Outcome: A Happy Seller and a Smooth Sale
Not only did the property sell quickly, but we also managed to adjust the timeline to meet the client’s travel schedule, ensuring everything wrapped up ahead of her departure. She was thrilled with how things unfolded, and we were grateful to be part of helping her close this chapter with peace of mind.
💬 A Note of Gratitude
We’re so grateful for our beloved clients feedback and gratitude throughout the process. It’s these kinds of transactions, where trust, teamwork, and timing align, that remind us why we love what we do.
🧠 Takeaway: Don’t Underestimate the Power of Presentation
This case is a great reminder that even quiet listings can come to life with the right approach. With thoughtful preparation and timing, a refreshed strategy can make all the difference in attracting the right buyer.
At Team Yazbeck, we know the Steamboat market inside and out, and we’re here to guide every client with care, expertise, and a clear plan. Whether you’re downsizing, relocating, or starting fresh, we’re ready to help.
📞 Thinking about selling? Let’s chat.
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