In life's most challenging moments, having someone to lean on makes all the difference. For families navigating the complexities of estate sales, downsizing, or relocation, Caring Transitions of Mill Creek, Everett, and Snohomish is that supportive hand. At the heart of this business is Christine Visser, President and Owner, who has made it her mission to provide a white-glove service during some of life's most stressful situations.

Christine has owned and operated the Caring Transitions franchise serving Mill Creek, Everett, and Snohomish counties for nearly four years. The nationwide franchise, established in 2006, offers an all-inclusive service to assist individuals and families in transitioning to a new home, handling estate liquidations, and managing the process from start to finish. Christine's personal connection to this work and her rich professional background make her a perfect fit for this line of business. "I was drawn to Caring Transitions because of my own experience," Christine explains. "When I was 19, I lost my dad, and I was his executor. My father was a hoarder, and it took me six months to liquidate his home completely. That experience opened my eyes to the emotional and logistical challenges of handling someone's estate, especially when emotions are high, and memories are deeply embedded in every item."

Christine’s background in merchandising and procurement—working with major retailers like Costco—gave her the sharp eye needed to assess the value of items within a home. She’s able to balance the emotional weight of possessions with their practical, monetary value, making her a trusted advisor in what can often be an overwhelming situation. "I can go into a home and quickly assess where the real value is. Whether we’re working on liquidating items or preparing the home for sale, we offer an individualized, caring approach," she says.

Caring Transitions is known for its comprehensive approach. "We’re a one-stop shop," Christine says proudly. “We handle everything—packing, relocation, estate liquidation, and even cleaning. We take the home from cluttered to ready-for-sale." This seamless service includes coordinating donations, managing online auctions, and even rehoming beloved pets. Their attention to detail allows families to focus on what matters most during these challenging times—healing and moving forward. "We help clients pack up their belongings, move them to their new homes, and settle them in," she explains. "We even hang up their old pictures in the same places, making the new space feel like home right away. Then, we go back to the old property and take care of everything there—liquidating, cleaning, and making it ready for listing." 

This full-service model removes the burden from clients, many of whom are dealing with emotional stress, health issues, or the grief of losing a loved one. But what sets Christine’s team apart isn’t just their efficiency—it’s their compassion. “I like to tell my clients that we’re like daughters for hire. We treat them with the same care and attention we would give our own families,” she says. “We’re often helping people at some of the lowest points in their lives, and we really make it personal. The gratitude they express—that relief on their faces when they realize they don’t have to carry this burden alone—is what fills my cup.”

Christine’s business is growing, and with that growth comes a larger team of dedicated employees. “I’m ramping up,” she says. “I currently have 13 employees, but we’re moving toward 20 soon. We have multiple teams that can run jobs simultaneously, primarily throughout Snohomish County.” A Director of Operations helps keep things running smoothly, but Christine’s hands-on approach ensures every client feels cared for and supported.

As members of the National Association of Senior & Specialty Move Managers (NASMM) and certified relocation transition specialists, Christine and her team are specially trained to handle the unique needs of seniors and families in transition. From managing downsizing moves to preparing estates for sale, they are equipped to handle it all, and they do so with a level of integrity and professionalism that has become their hallmark.

Christine’s dedication to her business comes from a deeply personal place. "What we do is so personal," she shares. "We’re helping people through some of the toughest moments in their lives. To be there for them during that time is a privilege, and I think that’s something that my team and I never take for granted."

Her business is also a family affair. Christine’s husband, Dirk, is her go-to handyman, and her children, Nico and Riley, often accompany her on jobs. “We’re a small family business,” she explains. “My kids are learning so much about compassion and hard work by being involved.”

When they’re not working, the Visser family enjoys hiking and traveling, particularly exploring the U.S. National Parks. “We love being outdoors,” Christine says. “Nature is our escape, and we’re working our way through as many parks as we can.”

For Christine, the most rewarding part of Caring Transitions is the chance to make a difference in people’s lives. “I love seeing the look on my clients’ faces when we take that stress off their plate,” she says. “When you help someone transition from chaos to calm, it’s incredibly fulfilling. That’s what drives me every day.”