Some of the best real estate relationships begin in the most unexpected places, and this transaction was a perfect example. I met Diego through my childhood friend Adam. Adam was part of a bowling league and needed a substitute one evening, so he invited me to join. It turned out to be a fantastic night—I not only enjoyed the game but also met the rest of the team, including Diego.
Diego and I quickly connected and exchanged contact information. During our conversation, he shared that he and his fiancé, Alexis, were eager to purchase their first home together for their three children. Recognizing their readiness, I connected Diego with my trusted lender, Patty Delgado, who helped them begin the pre-approval process.
With a strong income, excellent credit, and a healthy down payment, Diego and Alexis were well-positioned to enter the market. Their goal was to secure a property at a great value, even if it required some renovations. Diego is very handy, and with support from his family, they were confident in their ability to transform a fixer-upper into their dream home.
Before long, we discovered a reasonably priced home in Beaumont with great bones but in need of significant TLC. I conducted thorough market research to advise them on the property’s true value in its current condition, ensuring they felt confident moving forward.
As part of my standard strategy, I reached out to the listing agent to gather valuable insights—understanding the seller’s motivations, whether there were competing offers, and which terms would be most appealing beyond just price. Armed with this information, we crafted a compelling offer that stood out from the competition.
We successfully negotiated an offer below the asking price while incorporating highly attractive terms for the seller. Given that this transaction took place in 2023 when interest rates were above 8%, I recommended a strategic financing solution. We negotiated a $15,000 seller credit that Diego and Alexis used to buy down their interest rate. This approach significantly reduced their monthly payment and created substantial long-term savings—an outcome any buyer would appreciate.
The home appraised without issue, and escrow closed smoothly on June 6, 2023. Soon after, Diego and Alexis began renovations, including new flooring, fresh paint, and various upgrades, transforming this special house into a warm and welcoming home for their family.
Property Highlights
Address: 1319 Smoke Tree Ln, Beaumont, CA 92223
Sold Price: $475,000
MLS® Number: IV23048093
Property Type: Residential
Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 2
Year Built: 2004
Living Area: 1,901 sq. ft.
Lot Size: 6,534 sq. ft.
Sold Date: June 6, 2023
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Represented By
Justin Eden
Specializing in: Claremont, Pomona, La Verne, Upland, Glendora, Chino Hills, Rancho Cucamonga
Helping first-time buyers like Diego and Alexis achieve homeownership is always rewarding. Whether through strategic negotiations, creative financing solutions, or simply being present at the right place at the right time—even a bowling alley—every transaction tells a unique and meaningful story.