Sarah Gandrey, Realtor

09/09/2026

Could you leave the house for a month in August and feel fine about it?

For part-time ownership, the real test is what happens when no one is home. Look for steady humidity control, simple storm prep, easy vendor access, a plan for spotting irrigation leaks, and security you can trust from afar. In Palm Beach County, those practical details often matter as much as the finishes.

If you want, I can help you look at that before you decide.

09/04/2026

Beautiful finishes do not always tell the whole story.

In Palm Beach County, these are 3 system checks to make early:
• Cast-iron plumbing: ask if the drain lines were checked with a camera, repaired, or fully replaced.
• Older electrical panels: confirm the panel age and ask what inspection or insurance questions may come up.
• Some pipes replaced: ask which lines were redone and which original ones remain.

A little clarity up front can save stress later. If you want a second set of eyes, we are here.

08/31/2026

On $750K+ homes, bonus space can look like extra value until you verify it.

• Compare the listed size to county records.
• Ask for permits and final approvals on enclosed patios, garage conversions, guest suites, and added plumbing, electric, or AC.
• Check whether the space is insured and marketed for its use.
• Ask if it has access, ceiling height, and cooling, because appraisers may count it differently.

If you want a second set of eyes on a property, I’m happy to help.

08/28/2026

Before you get attached to a $750K+ Palm Beach County home, these are the 5 documents I want to see first.

• Seller’s disclosure: look for roof, leaks, systems, repairs, or repeat issues.
• Permit history: confirm major work was properly closed out.
• Survey and flood info: check boundaries, easements, and flood zone.
• Wind-mitigation or insurance details: they can change the monthly cost.
• HOA or community rules: pets, rentals, fences, trucks, and approvals matter.

I can help you review these before you write.

08/25/2026

Before you spend on impact windows, make sure the math supports it.

In Palm Beach County, impact windows usually make sense when older windows will become a buyer objection or when nearby listings already feel more move-in ready. If the windows are functional and the install cost is hard to recover, pricing around them can be the smarter move.

I look at this through recent nearby sales, insurance questions, and buyer expectations.

If you want help weighing that for your home, I’m happy to talk it through.

08/21/2026

Before you order the quote, can the house answer these 4 questions?

• Roof age, permit history, and the roof shape or material
• Impact glass, shutters, and garage door protection
• Electrical, plumbing, and water heater age, especially if updates were only partial
• Flood zone, prior claims, and whether the home may need an extra insurance inspection

On $750K+ Palm Beach County homes, I like to check these early so buyers have fewer surprises later. If you want, I can help you know what to ask.

08/17/2026

Wondering what can still slow a closing on a $750K+ Palm Beach County home after an offer is accepted?

In a single-family deal here, the usual checkpoints are the deposit, inspection follow-up, insurance, loan and appraisal, then title or permit review. Seeing them early keeps the process calmer.

I like to map these out upfront so clients are not reacting to surprises midstream.

If a move is on your horizon, I’m happy to help you think through the timeline.

08/14/2026

If listing a $750K+ single-family home is on your radar, start this packet before photos are even booked.

• Deed, title paperwork, and any trust or LLC docs tied to ownership
• Roof, HVAC, water heater, and appliance ages in one simple list
• Permits, invoices, and warranties for major work or replacements
• Survey, septic or well records, and any elevation or flood documents
• HOA rules, fees, and approval details if the home is in a community

If you want, I can help you turn this into a clean pre-listing checklist for your home.

08/10/2026

Not sure whether to stage, leave a few pieces, or photograph vacant?

At $750K+ in Palm Beach County, the right choice is usually the one that makes room size, function, and flow easiest to understand online. If buyers have to guess, the photos are already working harder than they should.

I look at scale, natural light, layout, and how polished the home already feels before I recommend a setup.

If you’re getting ready for listing photos and want a calm second opinion, I’m happy to help.

08/10/2026

There's no one-size-fits-all answer to buying and selling at once. But for a lot of homeowners, leading with the sale makes moving easier on their mind and their wallet.

Let’s connect, so you can navigate selling and buying with more confidence, more financial power, and less stress.



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If you're a homeowner getting ready to move, one question usually comes first: should you buy your next home before you sell, or sell your current house before you start looking?