FAQ: How do you help people with disabilities and mobility issues find housing?

by Leo Peak


A: When helping people with disabilities and mobility issues find a home to purchase in the Bay Area, it is top priority to fully understand the buyer’s specific needs and what features of a home would allow them to have an enjoyable daily experience.

Once we determine these specifics, I preview homes in person to see if they can accommodate my buyer’s needs, or have the potential to do so with reasonable modifications. I explore the neighborhood to determine accessibility to necessary and recreational activities as well. Then, my buyers and I can preview the qualified homes together through FaceTime, 3-D and video tours. Doing this up front can alleviate the stress and challenges of touring many homes in-person.

If we find a home that needs modifications, we can help coordinate any work with our team of contractors.

When living with a disability, finding the right home takes more effort, but buying one that accommodates you is liberating and rewarding.

Original article was published in the San Francisco Chronicle on October 2, 2022.