David & Derek · Value-First Home Team

We know this is
about more than
the money.

We've sat down and talked about what it would actually feel like to sell our own homes. The memories tied to a place. The weight of walking away. That conversation changed how we show up for every seller.

5.0 Google rating
2% total commission
Two agents · zero gaps
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We actually talked about this recently — what it would be like to sell our own homes. The first place you owned. The rooms where things happened. It's not just a transaction. And we never want to treat it like one.

David & Derek

Your outcome still matters. A lot. The memories are real, and so is the number on the closing statement. You deserve both — someone who gets the emotional weight of this, and someone who will fight hard for your result.

That's the whole idea behind how we built this team. David handles everything through launch — pricing, marketing, staging, photos. Derek takes it from launch through closing — showings, negotiations, contracts, and making sure nothing slips through the cracks.

You're never dealing with a general agent who's spread thin. You've got two people, each laser-focused on their half of the deal.

01 Our Approach

Emotional support and a sharp strategy.

Every seller we've worked with has had something real riding on this — financially, emotionally, logistically. Here are the things we focus on so your outcome is protected, start to finish.

01

Pricing that protects you — not just looks good on the listing.

We've seen sellers priced too high because their agent didn't want an awkward conversation. We'd rather have that conversation early. Data-driven positioning protects what you've built.

David's domain
02

A launch that creates momentum — not just activity.

The first 7–10 days on market set the tone for everything. David sequences your launch to build real competitive tension — not just a flurry of showings that goes nowhere.

David's domain
03

Negotiation that's proactive — not reactive.

Getting an offer is a starting point. Derek manages every clause, condition, and counter with your net proceeds in mind. The thousands that get left on the table usually happen right here.

Derek's domain
04

No dropped balls between accepted offer and closing.

This stretch is where deals quietly unravel. We stay close — on inspection risks, financing timelines, every moving piece — so you're not left wondering what's happening or waiting on a callback.

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02 The Difference

Standard vs. structured.

This isn't about putting down other agents — there are a lot of good ones out there. It's about being honest about what a fully managed process actually looks like versus the baseline.

Standard Representation
What Most Sellers Receive
The foundation — listing, photos, MLS access.
Professional photographyGood photos presented on MLS.
MLS listingBroad market exposure through the MLS.
Open housesWeekly public showings.
Offer presentationReview and sign when offers come in.
Value-First Home Team
David & Derek — Start to Finish
Two agents. Clear roles. Zero gaps.
Honest pricing conversationsWe tell you what the market says — not what you want to hear.
Structured launch planTimed to build momentum and buyer competition from day one.
Active negotiation strategyProactive on offers, conditions, and timelines — not reactive.
Anticipating what can go wrongInspection risks, financing conditions, timeline concerns — we're ahead of it.
Two dedicated agents, clear rolesDavid owns pre-list through launch. Derek owns launch through closing.
You're never left wonderingYou'll always know where things stand — no chasing us down for updates.
03 How It Works

From first conversation to closed deal.

We've designed this so you always know what's happening and what's next. No chasing. No "just checking in" three weeks later.

01

Strategy Consultation

No pressure · Just clarity

We sit down before anything else. We want to understand your situation, your timeline, and your goals — not just the property. You leave with a clear picture of how we'd position your home and why. No obligation, no sales pitch.

02

Pricing & Pre-Market

David's domain

David builds your pricing strategy around what the market is actually telling us. If there are pre-market steps — staging adjustments, small repairs, timing considerations — that will meaningfully protect your outcome, we'll surface them early rather than let them bite you later.

03

Structured Launch

David's domain

Going live isn't just flipping a switch. David sequences your launch to build genuine competitive tension — the right exposure, at the right time, with a clear showing strategy. First impressions matter, and we don't leave them to chance.

04

Offer Management & Negotiation

Derek's domain

When offers arrive, Derek manages them with a clear strategy — not just logistics. Every clause, condition, and counter is handled with your net proceeds and your comfort level in mind. You'll understand every decision before it's made.

05

Through Closing

Derek's domain

The stretch between accepted offer and completion is where deals can quietly unravel. Derek stays close through every step — on your timeline, on the details, and on the phone when you have questions. We don't disappear after the paperwork is signed.

04 What Clients Say

Real sellers. Real experiences.

The reviews that mean the most to us are the ones where people felt taken care of — not just sold.

My experience working with David was awesome! He was so thorough with every detail — incredibly professional and efficient.

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Jessica M.
Google review

Derek was such a pleasure to work with! He is reliable, professional and attentive. In a crazy market, he was able to help us through the selling process and ensure we were always comfortable.

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Stefanie A.
Google review

Last year we had the distinct pleasure of meeting David. Highly skilled, dedicated and genuinely cared about our outcome. Would not hesitate to recommend him.

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05 The Economics

Full service. Real people. Fair price.

The emotional support and the structured process are built in. So is the savings. Run the numbers on your home and see what's actually possible.

2% total commission $9,950 minimum. Split 1% listing / 1% buyer's side. Same full service as standard agents.
Free home evaluation Honest pricing conversation. No obligation, no pressure. We'll respond within 24 hours.
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