It's not a typical real estate closing when at the table, the buyers are sellers are exchanging personal information in order to keep in touch afterwards, but that is what happened today.
From the moment I met the seller, it was evident how much the home meant to her. This was where she raised her children, grew a family & made a house a home for over 25 years. As she was moving onto a new season of life, it was really important to her to see her home be loved by a new family.
Well, the stars aligned for that exact thing to happen. The buyers said that from the moment they walked in they could feel the love that was present in the home and that it was very meaningful to them. Throughout the contract period, the seller gave the buyer's a complete "walk through" to show them how every little thing worked. Above and beyond typical expectations warranties for home systems were transferred. Extra filters & light bulbs were left. Not because the buyers asked or negotiated for it, but because the seller felt it was the right thing to do. She was treating them the way she would want to be treated & following the golden rule.
It was amazing to see how grateful everyone was towards one another at the closing table. Gifts and email addresses were exchanged. No one felt cheated in this transaction and everyone walked away happy and feeling good.
It was a magical moment as a Realtor when I got to see the joy of Home, for both the buyers and sellers. This is what I love about Real Estate, and a day that I won't forget.
