How to sell an older, historical home in an unstable, transitioning market – Step 1: secure Lesley Taylor as your seller’s agent! Step 2: Rest easy! I was so fortunate to be able to work with Lesley Taylor in the summer of 2025 when the Austin real estate market had been experiencing considerable instability. Simultaneously, I moved out of state quickly after my home in central Austin (Tarrytown) was listed for sale. So, once I turned over the keys, it was blind trust that my home would be managed effectively. And I never had to worry again! Lesley was the consummate professional in all interactions – from incredible staging, photography, marketing and open-house promotion to expeditious negotiations & sale execution. But even more important, Lesley’s knowledge and appreciation of heritage architecture allowed her to add those personal touches to the marketing materials, social media campaigns and open-house features that really helped elevate my home beyond the $ per sq ft equation and allow prospective buyers to appreciate the full value of a classic, historical home in central Austin --- which secured multiple offers within the first few weeks of listing. And despite being hit with a catastrophic flood in Central Tx just as my home went under contract, Lesley deftly coordinated the inspection and follow-up details and all professionals involved to ensure that my home was safe/intact and the sale transaction would not be interrupted. No small feat in the face of a natural disaster! Throughout the entire process, Lesley was proactive and communicative at all times to ensure that all parties were up-to-date, and nothing would stall the sale of my home. I really cannot thank Lesley enough for her attention to detail, her clever and creative marketing strategies, and overall, a very reassuring, successful experience in a very trying time. I will always recommend Lesley Taylor to friends and family for any real estate transactions in the Austin area – knowing they will be in the best hands!