When Mark and his wife Lorraine decided to sell their home on Dowden Avenue in Brantford, they were entering a new chapter in life. Both were preparing for retirement and had already moved into a rental property that better suited their needs. They reached out to DCI Properties after seeing some of our videos online and reading our Google reviews.
Mark was curious about how the private selling process worked and thought it might be a good fit since they wanted a simple, flexible, and low-stress sale. The home needed a little work, they had lived there for many years and had a dog that had caused some wear on the floors but overall, they were mostly focused on convenience. They wanted to be able to leave behind some of their belongings and move into their next place without the stress of showings, cleaning, or repairs.
Our representative met with Mark and Lorraine, walked them through how everything worked, and made them a fair offer that they were happy with. In fact, better than what they expected. A week later, after reviewing the numbers internally, our team reached out to offer them a little more money for their home, ensuring the deal remained fair and competitive.
The sale moved forward smoothly, though there was a small delay in closing due to external factors at the time – rising interest rates were causing some financing slowdowns across the market. Mark appreciated our communication throughout and how we kept them informed every step of the way.
In the end, Mark and Lorraine were able to sell their home privately, at a price they were happy with, and transition comfortably into their retirement without the stress of the traditional selling process.
💬 Mark’s Experience in His Own Words
“We contacted DCI when we decided to sell our home because we thought it might be a good option for us, since we were retiring and downsizing.
The initial contact and the follow-up from their representative at our home went extremely well.
We had questions concerning the process and received answers that made us feel comfortable in dealing with DCI.
We had a price in mind that we thought was fair, and in fact received a better offer price from their representative.
We agreed and signed off. A week later we received a phone call from DCI, and to our surprise, were offered a little more money for our home.
I would have given a 5-star rating but we encountered a minor issue that extended the closing date.
This may not be a process for everyone wanting to sell their home, but I would encourage you to contact DCI and find out if it might suit your needs.”
— Mark Lundgren
💡 Why This Matters
For many homeowners heading into retirement, the idea of listing a house, cleaning, and preparing for showings can feel overwhelming. Mark and Lorraine’s story shows that selling privately can be not only easy and efficient, but also fair and transparent.
At DCI Properties, we believe in treating every seller with honesty and respect. Our team goes above and beyond to make sure homeowners feel confident and supported throughout the process, even adjusting offers when needed to make sure they’re fair.
If you’re thinking about selling as you move into retirement or downsize to a simpler lifestyle, DCI Properties can help you do it quickly and comfortably.
📞 Call or text us at 226-212-4800
🌐 Visit dciproperties.ca
