Meet RealVantage
Real estate is a people business, and you, as our client, are what’s most important to us. If you have any questions about how we work, what the process of selling a house looks like, or just want to learn more about us… don’t hesitate to contact us anytime!
About RealVantage
At RealVantage, our focus is to provide real estate. Yes, provide, not just buy and sell. Together, we want to present folks with every option they have for their specific situation, in addition to helping provide more homes and more quality rentals in our low-inventory markets– Spokane, Spokane Valley, and the Tri-Cities areas. So many buyers and over-qualified renters cannot find the housing they desperately want and need. And so many sellers cannot find informed, honest, and profitable guidance. That’s where we come in.
Traditional real estate does not work for everyone, and we are sensitive to that. We see the bigger picture. And because we see real estate from every vantage point, we are able to help people reach a variety of goals with even more options.
Meet the Team
LAUREN RASMUSSEN
MANAGING BROKER + OWNER
509.499.1063
lauren@real-vantage.com
JOSH MCDONALD
OFF-MARKET DIRECTOR & OWNER
509.769.8148
josh@real-vantage.com
If I was only able to make one phone call, and wanted to make a move into a real estate deal- This would be the team I would reach out to for help. Lauren and Josh = compassion, intelligence, and understanding. Do yourself a favor and make that one phone for all your real estate needs. From buying your first home to the investor looking for the next flip.
LENNIE RASMUSSEN
REALTOR® (WA)
509.280.0151
lennie@real-vantage.com
“Working with Lennie made a what is usually a very stressful situation go very smoothly. She worked tirelessly for us and was in constant communication with us. Because of her knowledge and communication we constantly knew the status of our purchase… She is also just a great person and you felt like it was working with a longtime friend. I would recommend her…”
NELLIE OTOUPALIK
REALTOR® (WA)
509.251.1599
nellie@real-vantage.com
“Nellie was amazing to work with! She got me into my first home without a hiccup. The market is crazy right now but I was still able to get my first home on first offer through her. The experience was personal and she is very efficient at jumping through the hoops. Will definitely go through her for any future real estate!“
ALEX HENDRICKSON
REALTOR® (WA)
509.481.3539
alex@real-vantage.com
“I want to share a bit of our experience with Lauren Rasmussen and Alex Hendrickson. I want to start off by saying that they both have the tenacity and grit and professionalism to get the job done… We have had the pleasure on working on two complete transactions, from purchasing and selling… I would highly recommend anyone in need of a Realtor. They are always willing to go the extra mile, and are always looking for our best interest! The best part was doing the transactions remotely!“
ZECHARIAH KROGEN
REALTOR® (ID)
772.486.2840
zech@real-vantage.com
“Zech was awesome to work with through the whole process! We had some unexpected challenges and he handled them with ease. Even helped us move after the sale was closed. Went above and beyond! I would recommend him to anyone looking for a Realtor.”
LARA RAMSAY
REALTOR® (WA & ID)
509.981.3235
lara@real-vantage.com
“As “first-time sellers” it was a pleasure having Lara on our team. From strategy to guiding us through new processes, Lara was professional and personal as she helped us to sell our first home. It never felt awkward reaching out to Lara at anytime, and we felt confident knowing she had our family’s best interests in mind. Although we’ll be moving away from the area, Lara Ramsay will be our go-to recommendation above all others for any family or friends looking to buy or sell in the Spokane area.”
CARYN INNERS
TEAM MANAGER & MANAGING BROKER (WA)
509.990.4119
contracts@real-vantage.com
“…the RealVantage team have been a pleasure to work with! I appreciate their creativity and commitment to make difficult situations work when others would have given up. They’ve also proven that, in an industry that can be rather cut throat, integrity wins every time! Truly a fantastic organization.”
The REAL Relationship
We are real people. Meaning we are a group of authentic, compassionate, professional, and knowledgable individuals; putting people before profits always, and choosing to lead with kindness and integrity first. We provide real solutions. Our priority is creating winning solutions for our sellers, buyers, investors, partners, and communities. And we love real estate. We help clients buy, sell, invest, and build on and off the market. That’s the REAL relationship when you work, collaborate, and partner with us at RealVantage.
VANTAGE
We see real estate from every vantage point. We look at each situation from all angles- knowing that every circumstance is unique and deserves its own plan. We think outside the box and use our vast resources and connections to help people achieve their goals and overcome any real estate challenge they are facing. Because we aren’t a traditional real estate company there are many advantages to working with us. We have access to additional opportunities for our clients and partners, and we are willing to go the extra mile to create more opportunities as well.
We’re here to simplify your life, so you can spend less time worrying about real estate and more time living. As experienced real estate professionals, we buy and sell property, and help clients buy and sell property, with the primary intent of creating positive outcomes for people. We are always actively creating a WIN – WIN for all parties.
What Makes us Different from other Agents
Even in a seller’s market like Spokane or Tri-Cities, Wa, it’s smart to look at your options and see what will actually help you best reach your goals with the sale of your house. RealVantage is different than traditional agents or house buyers because we are actually both! Because we are real estate investors and licensed, reputable agents, we can offer more options to help you reach your goals when selling your Spokane house. Dive into the details below to compare your options.
| Listing with RealVantage | Selling To An Investor | SOLD to RealVantage | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Commissions/Fees | 6% on average is paid by you, the seller | None | Our standard commissions if we list your home; NO fees/commissions if you sell your home directly to us for cash |
| Who Pays Closing Costs | 3% on average is paid by you, the seller | Investor | You pay standard closing costs if you list your home; you pay NO closing costs if you sell directly to us for cash |
| Inspection & Financing Contingency* | Yes, sales can fall through | None | Much lower risk of the final sale falling through with us as your agent or your buyer. Our mission is to advocate for and protect our sellers. |
| Appraisal Needed | Yes, the sale is often subject to appraisal | None | Subject to appraisal if listing on the market, but we can make cash offers too |
| Average Days Until Sold | +/- 61 Days | Can close in as little as 14 days | When you work with us, we make sure the timeline that fits best for your life is always honored to the best of our ability. |
| Number of Showing | It depends on the home, but often 20-60 showings | 1-10 | 1 (Just Us) if you sell to us for cash |
| Closing Date | 30-60 +/- days after accepting buyers offer | Usually the date of your choice | The Date Of YOUR CHOICE |
| Who Pays For Repairs | Negotiated during the inspection period | Investor | NONE – We pay for all repairs if selling to us for cash |
Similar, a financing contingency gives the buyer the wiggle room to back out of the purchase if they can’t obtain a loan or if the home doesn’t appraise for the value that the bank needs to close the loan.
Here at RealVantage, we don’t use bank financing so you don’t have to worry about our ability to close on a deal.