Property Profile: 3-Bedroom, 2.5-Bathroom Multi-Level Townhome
Location: Boca Fontana, Boca Raton, Florida
Client: The seller (Acting as Power of Attorney for her mother)
Objective: Help a family overcome renovation delays, prepare the home for market, and maximise the value of the sale during a difficult time.
A Family Needed Help—Urgently
Selling a family home is never easy. Doing it while caring for a parent with rapidly progressing dementia is even harder.
When the seller assumed Power of Attorney (POA) for her mother, she suddenly found herself responsible for managing her mother’s care, coordinating a move into assisted living, and preparing an unfinished home for sale.
Her mother’s home, a 3-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom townhome in Boca Fontana, Boca Raton, had been left mid-renovation. There was an open insurance claim from a plumbing leak, a partially demolished bathroom, unfinished painting projects, and years of belongings still inside the home.
Living about 40 minutes away while working full-time, the daughter simply couldn’t be on-site to manage contractors and coordinate every moving part herself.
After the original contractor stopped making progress, the seller’s Realtors, Seana and Katie, stepped in to coordinate the repairs, manage trusted vendors, and prepare the property for sale.
Within just 14 days of listing, the home was under contract.
An Overwhelming Situation for the Family
The seller’s mother had spent years working as an interior designer and had begun updating her home before dementia rapidly changed her circumstances. As her health declined, those projects were left unfinished, leaving the home feeling incomplete rather than move-in ready.
Fortunately, the family had already completed estate planning, allowing the daughter to act under Power of Attorney without the delays of court-appointed guardianship.
Even with the legal authority in place, the practical challenges remained significant. Between work, medical appointments, family responsibilities, and constant travel to the property, managing renovations became overwhelming.
What Needed to Be Fixed Before the Sale
An initial inspection of the Boca Fontana townhome revealed several issues that needed attention before the home could compete on the open market.
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Active Plumbing Breach & Open Insurance Claim: The home had suffered a plumbing failure that triggered an open, unresolved insurance claim.
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Demolished Guest Bathroom: The upstairs guest bathroom had been completely gutted. Fixtures were missing, drywall was exposed, and plumbing rough-ins were bare. This disrupted the functional floor plan and rendered the home unmarketable to standard buyers.
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Unfinished DIY Modifications: Half-painted walls, mismatching trim work, and fragmented design choices were scattered throughout the property.
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Flooring Degradation: The primary bedroom carpet had been worn and stained.
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High Clutter Volume: The home remained filled with personal items, design samples, high-end furniture, and sentimental property that needed systemic sorting, storage coordination, and liquidation.
In addition to the repairs, the family also needed help coordinating an estate sale, sorting sentimental belongings, and preparing the property for buyers.
When the Original Contractor Stopped Showing Up
As the renovation stalled, the family faced a difficult decision. They could either continue waiting on an unreliable contractor or sell the home in its unfinished condition. Selling as-is would likely have meant accepting significantly lower offers from buyers looking for distressed properties.
Rather than letting that happen, Seana and Katie stepped in to get the project back on track. They coordinated the remaining repairs, resolved the plumbing issues, ensured the bathroom renovation was completed, and helped refresh the home’s interior so it could compete confidently on the open market.
How Seana and Katie Took Control of the Project
Seana and Katie went far beyond the traditional role of listing agents. They became the family’s on-the-ground project managers, taking the day-to-day responsibility of coordinating vendors, monitoring progress, and keeping everything moving while the daughter focused on caring for her mother and managing other responsibilities.
Bringing in a Trusted Local Crew
Using their network of trusted local contractors, Seana and Katie quickly assembled a reliable team to complete the work. They maintained regular communication, monitored progress, and kept the family updated throughout the renovation process, replacing weeks of uncertainty with clear direction and accountability.
Finishing the Bathroom and Pulling the Home Together
After the original contractor repeatedly failed to follow through on commitments, Seana and Katie assured the guest bathroom to be completed in just a week and a half. They also recommended neutral, buyer-friendly paint colours that tied together the home’s unfinished updates, creating a cohesive and welcoming appearance throughout the property.
Clearing the Home and Preparing It for Buyers
The worn carpeting was replaced with new carpet, while the family coordinated the estate sale, safely stored treasured belongings, and removed the remaining clutter. Together, these efforts transformed the property from an unfinished renovation into a clean, inviting home ready for professional photography and buyer showings.
The Results: Under Contract in 14 Days
The family’s decision to complete the right repairs and work with experienced local professionals resulted in a smoother sale and a stronger financial outcome.
Sale Results at a Glance
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Project Metric |
Realized Operational Data |
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Asset Configuration |
3-Bedroom, 2.5-Bathroom Townhome |
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Submarket Location |
Boca Fontana, Boca Raton, Florida |
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Days on Market (DOM) to Contract |
14 Days (Under Contract in 2 Weeks) |
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Financial Equity Retained |
Approximately $32,000 preserved compared to selling the home as-is |
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Client Management Burden |
Seana and Katie managed vendor coordination and project oversight, allowing the daughter to focus on her family. |
By bringing the renovation to completion instead of listing the property in its unfinished condition, the family was able to present the home at its best. The property went under contract in just 14 days, and the improvements helped preserve approximately $32,000 in equity that may otherwise have been lost in a rushed as-is sale. Those funds became an important resource for supporting the mother’s ongoing care.
Why Hands-On Support Made the Difference
This successful transaction highlights how the right support can make an overwhelming situation far more manageable for families navigating an estate sale.
Active Oversight is Mandatory: Reliable project oversight keeps repairs moving and helps prevent costly delays. Having experienced professionals regularly checking on the property ensures work is completed properly and on schedule.
Strategic Updates Protect Wealth: Completing key repairs and presenting the home well can significantly improve buyer interest and help families achieve a stronger sale price without unnecessary renovations.
Caregivers Need More Than a Listing Agent: Families balancing work, medical decisions, and caregiving responsibilities need more than someone to market the property. They need a trusted team that can coordinate contractors, solve problems, and reduce the day-to-day burden.
Preparation Speeds Up the Sale: Completing repairs, clearing the home, and creating a clean, move-in-ready presentation helped the property attract buyers quickly and go under contract within two weeks.
Facing a Complicated Estate or Probate Sale?
Managing an estate sale while caring for a loved one can feel overwhelming, especially when repairs, contractors, and unexpected issues stand in the way.
Whether you’re helping a parent transition into assisted living, acting as a Power of Attorney, or managing a family estate, you don’t have to handle every challenge alone.
The Homeowner’s Agent provides hands-on project management, trusted local vendors, and strategic guidance to help families maximize property value while simplifying the selling process.
Contact Seana and Katie to discuss your situation and learn how they can help your family navigate every step with confidence.