When Anne reached out to DCI Properties about her home on Van Buskirk Drive in St. Thomas, she was ready for a change, but wanted the process to be as simple and stress-free as possible.
After more than 30 years in her home, Anne was retired, widowed, and looking to downsize into something smaller and easier to manage. She had spent the summer decluttering, getting rid of things she no longer needed, and thinking seriously about what came next. Her goal was to move within six to eight weeks, ideally before Christmas.
The challenge was that apartments in St. Thomas were hard to find. Anne loved her community and didn’t want to leave, but finding the right place at the right time wasn’t easy. She reached out to DCI Properties after visiting our website and reading a few reviews, wanting to learn more about how our private-as-is process could work for her situation.
Anne had grown up in London and moved to St. Thomas decades ago to raise her family. After her husband passed, she maintained the home on her own. When it came time to sell, her children — one of whom lived all the way out in Vancouver — wanted to help her make the decision. We even arranged to conference them in during our appointment so they could ask questions directly and feel confident about the process.
Anne’s main priority was flexibility. She needed a longer closing date so she could find a new place to live before moving out. We worked with her to make sure that happened, offering a closing date nearly three months out and helping her explore rental options locally.
In the end, Anne sold her home privately, on her own terms, and without the hassle of showings, staging, or repairs. She didn’t have to clean, renovate, or deal with the uncertainty of listing her home publicly. For her, it was the perfect way to move forward with peace of mind and focus on her next chapter.
💬 Anne’s Experience in Her Own Words
“I found DCI very easy to work with. They were very flexible with a closing date almost three months in the future.
Inquiry calls were always answered promptly.
When they say ‘as is,’ they really mean it.
Good choice for anyone not eager to stage their home, have people traipsing through, or do a lot of preparation work before listing.”
— Anne Lapchinski
💡 Why This Matters
Anne’s story is a great example of what it means to sell on your own terms. For many retirees, the process of moving can feel overwhelming, especially when you’ve spent decades in the same home.
At DCI Properties, we make that transition easier by offering flexible closing dates, private sales, and truly as-is purchases. That means no open houses, no showings, and no repairs. Just a simple, respectful process designed around your timeline.
Whether you’re downsizing, relocating, or just ready for less upkeep, we’re here to help you move forward smoothly and confidently.📞 Call or text us at 226-212-4800
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