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Get to know the professionals who make your real estate dreams a reality


Making Selling a Breeze

When it's time to relocate, you'll need someone to market your house, show it to potential buyers, negotiate the purchase contract, arrange financing, monitor inspections, handle all necessary paperwork, and oversee the closing. From start to finish, our staff will take care of everything you need.

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About Our Team

EMERSON SWALWELL

Emerson Swalwell is a native Dallasite. After receiving his BBA from Southern Methodist University in 1976, he enjoyed two successful careers: one in banking and one in insurance. With this experience, he went on to found The Swalwell Group in 1992. Emerson has also experienced financial hardship, so he knows what it is like to feel severe stress and worry due to money issues. He developed a heart for helping people. Emerson believes in giving his clients the information they need to make educated decisions. He helps them ‘steer clear’ of predatory realtors and questionable “we buy house” people who are merely out to make a quick buck. Emerson cares about each client he serves. He is a proud father and grandfather and is a member of all Saints Church in Dallas. After serving on various non-profit boards he now serves on the board for the Doc Swalwell Legacy. When Emerson is not working he likes to bike, hunt, fish, and play sports.

LARRY COLGROVE

A Dallas native, Larry is a Texas real estate broker and investor with over 25 years of experience. He is the president of VIP Financial Services, LLC and Dealmaker Realty and has degrees from the University of Texas at Dallas and Dallas College. Larry helps educate homeowners and supports them in making the best decisions for themselves and their families. He specializes in handling complex issues involving probate, bankruptcy, divorce and title problems. Larry and Emerson teamed up in 1996 and have since formed The Swalwell Group which has helped thousands of homeowners. Larry is no-nonsense and strives to make his clients more money with his very successful negotiating strategies.

RACHAEL SWALWELL

Rachael Swalwell provides construction and design expertise to Lawyers Clearinghouse. A Highland Park, Texas native, Rachael grew up in the home renovation industry and eventually founded her own Construction company, Junkyard Dawg Construction. Over the last 10 years, she has executed hundreds of residential construction projects and has developed relationships with contractors, suppliers, and homeowners all over the Dallas Fort Worth Metroplex . People love working with Rachael because she is creative, focused, and communicative. Rachael's modern and stylish approach to construction have made valuable impacts for her clients’ resale values.

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • Why choose The Swalwell Group?

    For over 12 years, The Swalwell Group has worked exclusively in the real estate industry helping distressed homeowners and families. No problem is too large or too complex for us. Having handled over 1500 real estate transactions, we have extensive experience in working with complicated issues in probate, bankruptcy, and divorce. The Swalwell Group understands the real estate industry and how to deal with attorneys and the complexities of different courts. The Swalwell Group is uniquely qualified to handle complex real estate problems because it is made up of several companies: V.I.P. Financial Services, LLC, DealMaker Realty, and Junkyard Dawg Construction, LLC. The Swalwell Group believes in giving homeowners choices. Because we are both realtors and investors, we can offer choices that other people cannot offer.

  • What makes The Swalwell Group unique?

    Everyone in the company has experienced financial hardship so we know what it feels like to suffer and lose sleep. The Swalwell Group is uniquely qualified to handle problems because it comprises several companies: V.I.P. Financial Services, LLC, DealMaker Realty, and Junkyard Dawg Construction, LLC. The Swalwell Group believes in giving homeowners choices. Because we are both realtors and investors, we can offer options that other people cannot offer. We love to work and enjoy helping people.

  • Why should I use a realtor for buying or selling a home?

    A real estate agent is crucial when buying or selling a home. Realtors work with clients as partners throughout the process. The agent finds suitable homes for you to buy or sells your home for the highest price. They provide their knowledge, advice, and assistance to help you comprehend each step of the real estate process and your alternatives at each one. A realtor will also act as your representative during the negotiation process to guarantee that you get the best possible offer. A realtor also has access to up-to-date, trustworthy real estate data. Some information or listings you find might not be entirely correct or might have changed due to the real estate market's constant flux. The easiest way to get the most recent information is to work with a realtor.

  • What is a distressed property?

    Prices rise in a sellers' market as a result of rising demand for property. Here are a few factors that influence demand:

    • Economic factors 
    • Interest rates trending downward improves home affordability
    • A short-term spike in interest rates - may compel “on the fence” buyers to make a purchase if they believe the upward trend will continue. 
    • Low inventory - fewer homes on the market because of a lack of new construction. Prices for existing homes may go up because there are fewer units available.

    Please get in touch with me if you're interested in learning more about distressed homes. I would be honored to serve as your realtor and make the selling process simple and successful. Distressed homes typically fall into one of the following groups:

    • A short sale to avoid foreclosure.
    • A property at some stage of the foreclosure process.
    • An REO.
    • A tax lien sale.

    A less common type of distressed property is an incomplete building whose construction was suspended because of financial difficulties.

  • Why buy a distressed home?

    Real estate prices rise with time, making it a wise investment to purchase a foreclosed house. You will be in a stronger position to negotiate the price because of their high maintenance expenses and frequent repair needs. An outdated, neglected home may be transformed into a fantastic asset if you invest in the correct kind of property. But before buying a distressed home, you should always make an informed choice.

  • I owe more on my property than it is worth, can you help me?

    The response is perhaps. We can't make any promises until we meet with you, but if you are beginning to fall behind on your mortgage payments, we might be able to assist. While this scenario may be difficult, it is not hopeless. Up until you talk with us, don't give up.

  • Why you should sell your property to us?

    A speedy sale is the most clear and ideal justification for selling to us. Time is money was first spoken by Ben Franklin. The process is relatively quick when buying from our firm since we often sidestep the mortgage process and do not need to discuss the conditions of the sale. Procedures like an inspection, appraisal, and the signing of closing paperwork are still required.

  • What are the next steps?

    • Fill out the form on the site
    • Answer some general questions
    • We will contact you with an offer and a closing date 
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