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A Case Study on the Benefits of Staging

When preparing to sell your home, there are many steps that can be taken to maximize the success and net the highest return. This case study provides a side by side example of how staging can make a dramatic impact.

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A $2,300,000 CASE STUDY IN MAXIMIZING YOUR HOME SALE RETURNS

Take an in depth look at how Team Steele helped a seller to maximize their return on investment from start to finish.

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Vivian Sell
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“Mel and John assisted us in selling property a month ago. They are extremely thorough, patient, knowledgeable and just great people. They were able to get us a lot more than our asking price which was a pleasant surprise! Mel handled everything with professionalism and walked us through the most mundane and mind-numbing procedures of selling a property lol Even though the Steele team and myself were out of the country, they managed to get the condo's maintenance done, get it listed, and maintained communication the whole time while juggling the time zone changed for both of us. Their dedication is admirable. It's been a great pleasure working with them all. We will be using them again for sure for our future home search!”

- Vivian

Jess and Matt
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“Melissa and John are phenomenal agents as well as amazing human beings that I would recommend in a heartbeat for anyone's real estate needs. They helped us sell our condo in San Diego during the pandemic QUICK -- and handled everything from start to finish... even though we were living 500 miles away at the time. They're approach to selling is super proactive and they are very transparent in the approach which really helps you feel safe and in good hands. Their eye for staging is superb - the photos that were listed made our place look more stylish than when we were living there! And the closing experience was simple and smooth. Throughout the process, they were highly communicative and respected the form of contact best suited for your needs (text and email for us)... And throughout the experience the two of them always met you where you were at. I've worked with many real estate agents in the past, but with this experience and future ones, I would hands down pick these two without hesitation. Thank you two!!”

- Jess and Matt

Erica and Zack
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“We used John & Melissa to both buy a home and sell our home, at the same time! This can be a lot of work- but John & Melissa made the process seamless/easy, got us the house of our dreams, AND sold our house spectacularly. It was all new for us to sell a home, so it was great to have the help of John & Melissa and we really appreciate their love for educating about the process. It's not just about getting the job done, they walk you through everything to make sure you know what's going on in the process. 10/10 recommend :)”

- Erica and Zack

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Whether you are set on selling, exploring your options, or just curious what your home is worth, we’re here to help. With our expertise in negotiations, marketing and leveraging technology, you can feel confident listing your home with Team Steele

Client Love

What it’s like working
with Team Steele

Group 129 (1)

“Best of the best! This dynamic duo has been instrumental in helping us not only purchase our first home but help us sell it a couple years later at an incredible price. They are super communicative, prompt, professional, and simply good-hearted people. John and Melissa worked with us a couple months prior to determine what work needed to be done ahead of the sale, helped us to time it right, and most importantly, connected us to the perfect buyers for an unbelievable off-market sale. We're forever grateful for their help and expertise. Look no further than the Steeles!”

Lauren W.

Group 129 (1)

“Melissa and John are phenomenal agents as well as amazing human beings that I would recommend in a heartbeat for anyone's real estate needs. They helped us sell our condo in San Diego during the pandemic QUICK -- and handled everything from start to finish... even though we were living 500 miles away at the time. They're approach to selling is super proactive and they are very transparent in the approach which really helps you feel safe and in good hands. Their eye for staging is superb - the photos that were listed made our place look more stylish than when we were living there! And the closing experience was simple and smooth. Throughout the process, they were highly communicative and respected the form of contact best suited for your needs (text and email for us)... And throughout the experience the two of them always met you where you were at. I've worked with many real estate agents in the past, but with this experience and future ones, I would hands down pick these two without hesitation. Thank you two!!”

Jess M.

Group 129 (1)

“Just completed the sale of our Mission Valley condo with Team Steele. It was such a pleasure working with them. John made the process of selling so easy and painless, continually communicating with us step by step with great professionalism and expertise. From the original consultation, to the unbelievably beautiful staging, and through the final signatures everything went flawlessly.  I would highly recommend Team Steele to anyone looking to sell. We will definitely be contacting them when we are ready to buy again.”

Robert O.

Group 129 (1)

“We used John & Melissa to both buy a home and sell our home, at the same time! This can be a lot of work- but John & Melissa made the process seamless/easy, got us the house of our dreams, AND sold our house spectacularly. It was all new for us to sell a home, so it was great to have the help of John & Melissa and we really appreciate their love for educating about the process. It's not just about getting the job done, they walk you through everything to make sure you know what's going on in the process. 10/10 recommend :)”

Erica S.

Group 129 (1)

“We just love John & Melissa Steele. We got the opportunity to work with them for a long period of time as they were so flexible and respected our timeline. They are so kind and caring towards their clients. They are very knowledgeable and gave us great guidance whenever we had a question. Both selling our home and purchasing our new home went smoothly with John & Melissa! We can't thank them enough!

2nd time working with them. Sold our 2-bedroom to upgrade to a 3- bedroom. They are very straightforward with their advice and that's what we needed in this current market. Didn't think we could get a place so quickly but with their help we did!”

Asa S.

Group 129 (1)

“John and Melissa are trusted professionals. When selling my condo, they gave me a list of improvements that would cost between 6K -7K. They assured me a return on my investment and....THEY WERE RIGHT! Within days of listing, my property was pending at a sale price of 25K above asking price.

They offered assistance and advice throughout the entire selling process and when I asked if they knew any trusted companies for painting, flooring, etc. they gave me some good recommendations. Team Steele is a one stop shop and you cannot go wrong working with them!”

Lupe Z.

Group 129 (1)

“My wife and I have been working with John and Melissa since 2018 and I cannot express how awesome they are.  They are always available to answer any questions I might have concerning the market, even when I'm not actively looking.  Any time I send them a listing that interests me, they immediately respond with more information concerning the property and ask if I would like to look at it.  When I decided to sell my home in San Diego a couple months back, I took their advice regarding preparations I needed to make and they were able to sell my house in a couple of days for significantly higher than asking price.  I will be using Team Steele to purchase my next home without a doubt.  I love these guys!”

Jason F.

Group 129 (1)

“We originally used John and Melissa to purchase our first home. They were so patient with us and walked us through every step. Fast forward a few years and we were listing our house. At the request of the family, we originally listed with a family member. This was a tough lesson to learn as we instantly saw the difference. We soon contacted John and Melissa and asked if they would consider selling our property. We were instantly shown the same respect, patience and hard work as we saw the first time around. Team Steele went to work right away with over 100 people visiting in appointments and open houses. Although we had to learn a lesson, they welcomed us back with open arms and we will be for sure using them in the future.

If you are looking for a team who is kind, patient, NO pressure, skilled, great negotiators and more ...then THESE ARE YOUR PEOPLE. Since you're reading this I can assume you're doing your research -- so while you continue researching give them a follow on their IG / Facebook. Once you're following for a week or so you will see first hand the amazing talent, the sales and offers made and behind the scenes that will make you feel even more confident in their work. Seriously, do it. Learn from our mistake and go with a trusted team who has the numbers to back it up. Good luck!”

Alyssa S.

Group 129 (1)

“So...you're like me and you're doing your due diligence; screening real estate agents and tirelessly reading reviews.  Look no further...John and Melissa Steele are the ones!!!! I first met Mel at an open house.  I immediately thought...this person seems very likable and positive.  After signing up for their mailing list, I got to know more about John and Melissa. Fast forward a year later, I decided to put my home on the market and gave them a call. John and Melissa took my wife and I to dinner.  We had a wonderful time, talked marketing strategy, and laughed together like we had known them our whole lives.

My condo listing was a very complex transaction.  I had been using it as a vacation rental, and there were SO MANY moving parts to this sale.  Mel and John stepped up to the plate with over-the-top, positive, can-do attitudes, and quickly closed the deal for OVER ASKING price!

They're knowledge of both real estate and vacation rentals really impressed me.  They are true professionals and at the same time, you can be your silly self with them. We will be working with these two again!!!”

Val T.

Group 129 (1)

“John & Melissa recently helped us sell our condo and buy a house. Though it was tricky with all the simultaneous moving parts, they did everything they could to make it go smoothly. Any time we hit a bump in the road, they were quick to devise a solution. They stayed on top of everything all the time, making the process as easy as possible for us. They were never pushy and always friendly. John & Melissa are passionate about what they do, and it really shows. 🙂 We hope to be in our new home for many years to come, but if we need real estate agents in the future, we wouldn't hesitate to use them again!”

Azalee B.

Group 129 (1)

“Melissa and John are amazing! They are the ultimate realtor team. They were so responsive that anytime we got in touch we got a reply within the hour. Especially in COVID times, they showed the extra care needed to keep everyone safe. They were able to pack all of the showings of our house into just two hours, and we already had multiple strong offers by the end of the day. We ended up selling our house for way over listing price. And when we wanted to get in to see a property for sale, they were always able to make it happen. We truly appreciate the dedication, thoughtfulness, and care put into everything Melissa and John do.”

Daniel R.

Group 129 (1)

“John and Melissa were a pleasure to work with. Don't let their youth scare you. They know the industry well and love what they do, and it shows with all the hard work they put into helping you buy and/or sell your home(s).

My wife and I were simultaneously buying and selling, and they guided us   through the process to make it as smooth as possible. They were always there to answer our questions, and always on top of things instead of reacting and trying to put out fires. In our sale, we had an especially hard time with high HOA fees that were turning off buyers, and that caused two buyers to back out. When the first buyer backed out, they had another buyer that same day! Eventually that buyer backed out, but John and Melissa were able to get us a full priced offer within another week.

In our purchase, we made an offer on the house and the seller was making some unreasonable demands. We couldn't agree to them and decided to let the house go. Melissa sensed that we really wanted the house, and on her own accord, reached out to the sellers agent. She was able to reason with them and out of the blue we get an unexpected 10:00pm call from her telling us they had accepted our offer!

You cannot find a harder working couple that are not only good at their job, they are nice, friendly people that will go the extra mile to help you with this whole real estate buy/sell process to make it as easy for you as possible.”

Phillip B.

Group 129 (1)

“Consummately professional" doesn't come close to describing the phenomenal realtor experience we had with Melissa and John. We reached out to Melissa via a referral for selling our rental home in San Diego. Our task was complicated by the fact that we live in the Bay Area, couldn't travel due to Covid19, and were contemplating a 1031 exchange after this sale.

Melissa and John made the entire experience smooth and totally hassle-free. She coordinated everything with our local property management company. She used 3D videography and professional staging to appropriately convey all the beautiful aspects of our home and managed all the on-the-ground tasks related to the sale, ranging from inspection, minor repairs and final walk-through. We were simply delighted and thoroughly astounded that the entire sale was conducted with us never having to leave our couch.

Two solid thumbs-up (or five stars) to Melissa and John !!! We would work with them again any day. :-)”

Jaydeep R.

Group 129 (1)

“Team Steele truly came through for us and closed a very successful and quick sale during a tricky time in the market. Mel and John are extremely personable, knowledgeable and excellent negotiators. They made the process feel easy and stress-free. And I always felt they had our best interests at the forefront. You can truly feel the difference with these agents in that they really do value and appreciate their clients above all else. I highly recommend working with them for your real estate needs! I look forward to the day we can work together again to find my new dream home.”

Kristen B.

Group 129 (1)

“Working with John and Melissa Steele was a wonderful experience. From the moment we contacted them to sell our home, to the close of escrow, we knew that we were in capable hands. It took us 8 months before we decided when to sell our home and during that time the Steeles always made themselves available to us, answering our questions and providing us with a wealth of information. They are both excellent communicators, extremely knowledgeable, and dependable. They even helped us find real estate agents in the state we're moving to. We always felt taken of by two sincere and supportive individuals that made the selling process much easier.”

Joseph G.

The experts

Meet team Steele

Young, fun, and not your average realtors, this power couple is driven by a passion for real estate and financial education. After relocating from Buffalo, NY in 2013, San Diego has truly become “home” for John and Melissa and nothing gets them more excited than selling in a city that they love.

Since starting their business in 2015, John and Melissa and Team Steele have sold over $250 million in real estate and have consistently ranked among the top agents and producing teams in San Diego. From supporting buyers to sellers, people relocating to or from San Diego, seasoned investors, or those just looking to get started, Team Steele is here to help every step of the way.

John and Melissa realized the many shortcomings that consumers experience when working with realtors after having a poor real estate experience selling their home in Buffalo with the first agent they ever worked with. Lack of communication, transparency, knowledge and honesty plagued their first agent experience and as they learned more about real estate and the industry, realized that there were many others who had a tainted perception of agents after having poor representation in the past. John and Melissa saw this as an opportunity to not only build their own real estate business, but to also set a new standard for what a great real estate agent can and should offer.

From day one, their promise has been to provide the best real estate experience possible, while offering full transparency, honesty, and education along the way. Regardless of your budget or goals, Team Steele is committed to setting the right expectations and having you feel like a top priority. Many of their past and current clients have given the feedback that they “feel like the only client”, which is the type of service John and Melissa strive for. And with over nine hundred 5-star reviews across online platforms, you can feel confident that you are in good hands as Team Steele supports you in achieving your real estate goals.

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