Front the cost of pre-sale improvements, settle at closing.
Compass Concierge fronts the cost of select pre-sale work — staging, paint, flooring, landscaping, cosmetic repairs — with reimbursement typically due at closing, so a home can be presented properly without the seller writing checks up front.
For Sellers
I identify the work that changes the price and the work that only spends money — my design background is the whole point of this step.
A written scope and budget is agreed before anything starts; eligibility and terms are set by Compass.
Established Atlanta trades handle the work on a schedule tied to the launch date.
The advanced amount is typically repaid from proceeds when the home sells.
The differences that actually affect your outcome, side by side.
| Compass with Justin | Typical brokerage | Consumer portal | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Up-front cost to seller | None for approved work; settled at closing | Seller pays vendors directly, or skips the work | Not offered |
| Scope guidance | Agent-led scope tied to expected return | Often a generic checklist | Automated 'improve your estimate' prompts |
| Vendor coordination | Managed alongside the marketing timeline | Usually the seller's responsibility | Not applicable |
Bungalow kitchens and baths are where Concierge dollars typically return the most here.
Neighborhood guideExterior work needs historic-district awareness before a scope is approved.
Neighborhood guidePaint, floor refinishing, and landscaping usually outperform larger renovations at this price point.
All neighborhoodsProgram availability, terms, and eligibility are set by Compass and its service partners and may vary by market and transaction. The fastest way to find out what applies to you is a conversation.