The Historic Phoenix Group of Homesmart
5225 N Central Ave Ste 104 Phoenix, AZ 85012
Email MeSpecialties: Listing Agent, Historic Districts, Central Phoenix
When the time comes to sell your home, I'm a very strong listing agent. I don't rush the house onto the market, preferring to make changes with furniture layout, landscape and anything that will make your home stand above the competition and maximize your return, before completing a full marketing package that includes video, professional photography, website and text. I like to begin building interest even before the property has been listed, so that when it goes active, multiple parties are immediately interested.
Social media plays a BIG part in my marketing process and in the past few months, several homes I've listed have sold because of advertising this way.
Each of my listings gets its own multi-platform friendly website, with sign-rider featuring the web address displayed on top of the sale sign in your yard. These websites ensure that information on your home is available 24-7 online. Full metrics on these websites are always available and they are equally impressive.
When working with clients who are buying a home, I'm easy to get along with, friendly and honest. After 20 years buying and selling property in the downtown, historic and central areas of Phoenix, I know what to look for and what to steer clear of.. I'm rarely "pushy" (unless it's in your best interest), I'm highly opinionated and I'm skillful in weighing the pros and cons of each listing. On average, I've talked clients out of more homes than I've ever talked them into, because I try to tailor each purchase not only with the "needs" of my clients, but their wants and abilities.
Each of Phoenix's Historic Districts has a unique feel to it. While some attract a mix of artists, young urban professionals and singles, others beckon more doctors, entrepreneurs and growing families to them. My website, historicphoenix.com has become one of the most popular sites for downtown buyers and sellers in Phoenix and it features each of our districts along with current articles on living in them.
I'm fortunate to work with some of the best lenders, escrow officers and inspection companies in the state, and many of the other listing agents in my area prefer working with my clients as a result. Plus, with these professionals in your corner, the entire transaction feels effortless and enjoyable – and allows you the "fun" of buying a home that you may not hear about very often.
For clients relocating to Central Phoenix, I am a self-proclaimed "foodie," and with the vibrant growth of our downtown area, leaving Cen-Pho for anything at all is no longer necessary. I'm happy to share my favorite spots for dinner, dry-cleaning, shopping and even dog walking!
Whether you're buying or selling in Central Phoenix, or just have a random question about one of our beautiful historic districts, I'm excited to help you!
- Don (602) 919-8471
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In the past 6 months, Don listed and sold two houses for my wife and I. Both were under contract at full asking price within 48 hours. You better believe he gets five stars from us! His passion is for marketing, and it shows. His social media footprint huge. Within days of listing each home, we had random friends and colleagues from all over reaching out, excited to tell us that they had stumbled upon our listing. On multiple occasions when discussing our move with strangers or acquaintances, we quickly discovered that they were already familiar with our listing and had visited the website. That brings me to Don's second specialty, presentation. The content he produced with his photographer and historian was worthy of a magazine spread. He knows what it is that makes a home look its best and has the tools to put it on display. Not only did his work sell our homes in no time, but it will be kept as a family treasure. We'll be able to look back and remember these two lovingly restored homes where our family grew. Throughout the process, Don was an absolute pleasure to work with. He was never pushy, but always generous with excellent professional advice. We always knew where he stood, but felt comfortable that each decision was ours to make. Don is a professional through and through. He has our highest recommendation.
- Andrea and Brian Pursley
Don did a phenomenal job selling our home. We received multiple offers before it even went on the market! His photographer did an amazing job making our home look its absolute best and his marketing skills are incredible. We had friends calling and texting us asking where we were moving because they had seen Don's Facebook posts...again, all before the house even went on the market. We received the full asking price and the selling process went very smoothly. Don also helped us with the purchase of a new house, and found the perfect house for us. He took us to see multiple homes, many within hours notice when we would frantically call him as soon as we saw a new cute historic house pop up on Zillow. The house we ended up buying was not a house I would have picked out on my own, and to be honest, when I initially saw the Zillow ad, I was only mildly interested. But Don went to preview it in person and saw how special it was, that it fit "us" and convinced me to come take a look. Wow, I am so glad he did that!! I absolutely love our new house and neighborhood. My husband and I have never been big on home decorating, house projects, etc. - in fact, it is one of the reasons we sold our other house...it just needed too much work that we weren't willing to do. We just said "we'll fix that later" about everything. But we love our new house so much, we are constantly doing things to fix it up, buying new furniture, decorating, planting flowers, etc., and making it our own. We even stay home more often now because we just enjoy spending time there. It is such a special house that I would have never even looked at but for Don. He really has a knack for matching people up with the right house! Oh, did I forget to mention, Don is so much fun and a terrific person, too?! I loved going to look at houses with him and he made the process a blast! Thank you so much, Don for everything!
- Christina and Brian Palmer
I've known Don for many years and when it was time to sell my home there wasn't a question in my mind that I would use him. I live out of state and it's important that you know you can trust someone to go the extra mile and manage the marketing, negotiation and sell of a property. He does an excellent job. - Jarrod Dill
Don is basically everything you want in a realtor whether buying or selling a home. He's extremely knowledgeable about every aspect of historic home buying/selling, with a network of professionals with experience in this niche. The first realtor I talked to wanted to price my home at $35,000 LESS than what I was able to sell it for ... and with Don's contacts, my home sold before we listed it. And, Don is really fun. - Julie Wright
Don did a wonderful job helping me sell my home for more than I thought I could sell it for. He had a very specific knowledge about the historic neighborhood and community and that was critical to pricing the home competitively. He also helped stage the home and took some wonderful photos to help sell it. Overall, I was very satisfied with his services as a broker. - Melissa Iyer Julian
Don was fantastic! I had spoken to a few other realtors about my mother's house. They all were listed as being familiar with the historic districts. When I met Don I could tell he knew what he was talking about. He had fantastic suggestions and immediately had me hooked up with some great connections. We got an offer on the house before it was even listed! He was always available to take my calls and answer all the questions I had. I would recommend him to anybody! - Jill Tinker
Don assessed my property's needs for a fair price and relatively quick sale. The listing stood out and looked great. And when an offer was accepted, the entire transaction went smoothly. - Michael
