SUMMARY

David had owned a property on Lynnfield Street in El Sereno for years, but complex family dynamics left him unable to access his own home. After a decade away, his relationship with his sister, who occupied the property without contributing financially, had severely deteriorated. Communication ceased entirely, making the situation increasingly challenging. When their mother’s health suddenly declined, David urgently needed funds from selling the home but found himself trapped by his sister’s resistance.

ThirdShift stepped in, patiently working through difficult family tensions and persistent obstacles. Reaching David’s sister proved extremely challenging, and negotiations required careful handling to avoid formal eviction proceedings. ThirdShift secured a new apartment for the sister and arranged movers, while David agreed to temporarily support her living expenses. Despite agreeing to move, the sister remained uncooperative, refusing any interior inspections or visits to the property, complicating the sales process significantly.

Understanding these challenges, ThirdShift strategically marketed the home's exterior potential, emphasizing opportunities such as converting the detached garage into a valuable secondary dwelling unit. This attracted a buyer willing to purchase without interior inspections, fully aware of the property's unique challenges.

Ultimately, the sale closed successfully, providing critical funds for David’s mother’s surgery and easing longstanding family conflicts. David regained his peace of mind, thanks entirely to ThirdShift’s persistent, compassionate, and strategic approach.