THE FIXER UPPER GUY™

Selling a House That Needs Work?

Inherited home, rental property, or longtime family house?

I’ll help you understand your options, avoid costly mistakes, and choose the selling strategy that makes the most sense.

(925) 482-6388

No pressure. Just a quick conversation.

Most People Haven’t Sold a House in Years.

Some homeowners are downsizing after decades in the same home.

Others are selling a parent’s house, an inherited property, or a longtime rental.

And many simply aren’t sure where to begin.

The right strategy starts with understanding both the condition of the property and the seller’s goals.

Different Homes Require Different Selling Strategies

Every property is different — and the right strategy can significantly impact the final sale price.

Ready For The Market. Price It Right.

Homes that are already in good condition and may only need preparation, staging, photography, and strategic marketing before going live.

Richmond CA Cosmetic Fixer Sold by Mark Darfler

Cosmetic Updates Can Unlock Value.

Some homes benefit from strategic updates like paint, flooring, lighting, landscaping, or minor repairs that can improve buyer appeal and increase value.

Fixer-Uppers. Get Reports.

Personal property cleared out, with home, pest, roof reports & city / county compliance before listing.

Developers in East Bay Hills

Tear-Downs & Redevelopment.

Potential lot split, rezoning into multi-unit residential or estate rebuild.

Not Sure Which Option Fits Your Situation?

Every property is different. We’ll walk through your specific situation and map out the best way to sell.

Why Sellers Trust Mark to Get the Job Done Right

When you're selling a property that needs work, experience matters.

Handle Everything

  • Inspections & disclosures
  • Repairs if needed
  • Clean-out coordination

Maximize Price

  • Strategic pricing
  • Buyer competition
  • Strong negotiation

Local Experience

  • Bay Area specialist
  • Trust & probate experience
  • Hundreds of homes sold

Looking For Fixer Upper Opportunities?

Whether you’re looking for your first home or your next project, we connect buyers with fixer opportunities — including deals that may not be widely available.

Some opportunities move quickly — don’t miss out.

What Sellers Are Saying About Working With Mark

“Mark handled everything — from clean-out to sale. We didn’t have to worry about a thing.”
— Stephen Black

“We sold our Richmond estate for $125,000 over asking. Mark’s expertise made a complicated process easy.”
— Bob Bishop, Trustee

“Mark made managing my brother’s estate simple and stress-free — and helped us sell quickly for a great result.”— Rick Caldera

Mark Darfler, Real Estate Agent | CA DRE# 01331310 | RE/MAX Accord
3390 Mt. Diablo Blvd Ste 240, Lafayette, CA 94598
(925) 482-6388 | mark@estates.markdarfler.com

Serving the San Francisco Bay Area