11/03/2026
🏡 Under Contract — Without Ever Hitting the MLS.
165 Pinewood Ave, Clearwater, FL is officially under contract — and the story behind how we got here is worth sharing.
When our seller came to us, they had a very specific request: keep this off the open market. No MLS. No parade of strangers through the home. Just a smart, strategic sale handled with discretion and care.
So that's exactly what we did.
Our own Misty Gauthier went to work — leveraging our investor network, crafting a targeted off-market strategy, and connecting the right buyer to the right property without ever needing a public listing.
The result? Under contract. Done right. Seller's way.
But here's what makes this story even sweeter 🧡
For Misty's seller, this was their very first real estate transaction. New to the process. Understandably nervous. And every step of the way, Misty did what great agents do: she slowed down, explained everything clearly, and made sure her client felt confident and calm from start to finish.
Because that's what real estate should feel like. Not overwhelming. Not confusing. Just a trusted guide walking beside you through one of life's biggest moments.
This is what The Arnold Home Team at Luxury & Beach Realty does differently:
✅ Creative strategies tailored to YOUR needs — not a one-size-fits-all approach
✅ Access to an active investor network ready to move
✅ Patient, people-first service whether it's your 1st transaction or your 15th
✅ Discretion and professionalism at every price point
Thinking about selling but not sure the traditional route is right for you? There are more options than you think and we know how to use all of them.
📩 Let's have a conversation. No pressure, just possibilities.
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