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TIMES CHANGE: HOW HOMES ARE BOUGHT AND SOLD, DURING COVID

he COVID-19 pandemic is changing the way homes are
bought and sold. Brenda Kinsey and Brendan Duffey,
Talong with Ebby Halliday Realtors, are at the forefront in
shaping industry adaptation.
While residential real estate was, and always will be a
“relationship” business, there are safe innovative “solutions” that
are enabling today’s buyers and sellers to take advantage of a
multitude of technologies across the entirety of the home buying
and selling journey without compromising their client’s safety.
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the unique needs of local seniors and value the importance of
keeping them safe during these challenging times.
While many real estate professionals are qualified to
For home buyers, even before COVID-19, Brenda and Brendan, help you buy or sell a home, most are not equipped to
frequently used video conferencing and other technology see the entire process through the eyes of someone 60
platforms to assist clients when face to face meetings were not and older. You need a specialist trained to provide a
possible. Such as the times they conducted virtual consultations smooth and positive transition.
for overseas buyers relocating to the area. As experienced I am that specialist! Whether you’re an empty-nester
realtors, Brenda and Brendan understand that it’s critical to get looking to downsize or just ready to simplify your life,
a complete understanding of the client’s needs and desires and let’s talk.
to have a very detailed, well-planned game plan prior to touring
homes. Brendan Duffey
Now, they are providing this same virtual consultation approach Senior Real Estate Specialist
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of what you want to purchase, they will collaboratively and, with
input from you, select several homes to preview. If, after seeing bduffey@ebby.com
the home, they feel it is a good match, they will use Facetime, brendanduffey.ebby.com
Skype, or Zoom to provide a live virtual tour. Once a house is
chosen, you will have the option to personally visit the home, with
safety precautions in place, such as wearing personal protective
equipment and entering the home with proper social distancing. Your Senior
Once a home is selected, the entire process can be done from
the comfort of your home, including virtual notary services
and curbside closings with the Ebby Halliday Companies’ title Moving Experts!
company.
For home sellers, Brenda and Brendan make it easy to connect
via video call to discuss your unique situation and goals – and CALL
to learn in-depth how your home will be prepared for sale and
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price possible. From photographs, virtual tours, inspections, and
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During the peak of Covid-19, Brendan and Brenda wanted to do Established 1991
their share to ensure local seniors’ needs were being met. They
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assistance, ordering and delivering groceries, and giving blood 5% discount on your move.
regularly. Brendan is now nearing his 75th blood donation. Last
year, Brenda decided to follow a long-time passion and enter Relocation, Downsizing and Space Planning
the senior living industry, while Brendan managed the daily real
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team, and they look forward to continuing this care and support
through COVID-19 and for many years to come. info@seniormovingcompany.com | www.moversfarmersbranchtx.com

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