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The Deal That Almost Didn't Close: The Story of 356 Williamsburg Ln
Dated: June 1 2026
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Some real estate transactions are straightforward.
Others remind you why experience, persistence, and a little bit of patience matter.
The sale of 356 Williamsburg Ln in Georgetown, Kentucky was one of those transactions.
I first met Doug through an online referral service. Those referrals are always interesting because you never know who is going to be on the other end of the phone. Sometimes they're just gathering information. Sometimes they're years away from making a decision.
Doug was different.
As an engineer, he had a very analytical mindset. He wanted facts, numbers, and a clear understanding of the market. Fortunately, I came prepared with the data. What may have been the shortest listing appointment of my career was over in about 15 minutes. We reviewed the numbers, discussed strategy, and before long the paperwork was signed.
The plan was simple: prepare the property properly and create as much excitement as possible before it hit the market.
We launched the home as a Coming Soon listing, and almost immediately agents began calling to ask when it would become available. Several had buyers actively searching for a home just like this one.
During that time, professional photography was completed, a video tour was created, and every room was measured and documented to ensure the listing would stand out once it went live.
When launch day arrived, the market responded exactly as we hoped.
Two showings were scheduled immediately.
Both buyers toured the home.
Both buyers submitted offers.
It was a great start.
The seller accepted the stronger offer, and for a brief moment it looked like we were headed toward a smooth closing.
Then real estate happened.
The first buyer's financing ultimately fell apart. Through no fault of the home or the seller, the transaction collapsed and we were suddenly facing the possibility of starting over.
This is one of those moments where many sellers become discouraged. After all, once a home goes under contract, most people mentally begin moving on to the next chapter of their lives.
Fortunately, there was something working in our favor.
The second buyer never lost interest.
Because we had generated multiple offers on day one, there was already another qualified buyer waiting in the wings. Instead of going back to square one, we immediately began working with the backup buyer and put a second contract together.
That decision ended up saving the transaction.
The second buyer completed inspections and moved forward without requesting repairs. The appraisal came in above the contract price, confirming the value of the home.
Then another challenge appeared.
The FHA appraisal identified personal property that had been stored in the crawl space. Interestingly, these items had been left behind by a previous owner, and Doug had no idea they were there. The items had to be removed and re-inspected before the loan could proceed.
The cleanup was completed and the re-inspection was scheduled.
Just when we thought we were in the clear, another unexpected hurdle appeared. The appraiser who needed to finalize the re-inspection report experienced a family loss, creating uncertainty about whether the final paperwork would be completed in time for closing.
Meanwhile, Doug lived several hours away and was preparing to travel for the closing appointment.
The lender continued pushing toward the finish line.
The title company was ready.
The buyer was ready.
The seller was ready.
Everyone was waiting on one final piece of paperwork.
Fortunately, everything came together.
On May 29, 2026, the sale of 356 Williamsburg Ln officially closed.
Looking back, what stands out isn't the sale price or the paperwork. What stands out is how important it is to have a plan when things don't go according to plan.
The first contract failed.
The second contract succeeded.
Unexpected issues surfaced.
Solutions were found.
And in the end, the seller reached the closing table and moved on to the next chapter of life.
Congratulations to Doug on the successful sale of his home, and thank you for trusting me to help guide the process from listing day all the way to closing day.
— David Hittle
Real Estate Specialist
DBA Shop Kentucky Homes, LLC
United Real Estate Louisville
David Hittle
David Hittle is a licensed real estate agent with United Real Estate Louisville, serving buyers and sellers throughout Louisville, Kentucky and surrounding counties. Specializing in residential real e....
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