They are great to work with, well, the automated system is, but every big company does it now. Was…read moretold we could sign in person before I left to vacation. Didnt work out, no big deal, things happen. Moving forward they assured me a new online notary was a good solution. Went ahead and set it up. Scheduled a time to get notarized, notary reached out, everything was looking good, but than..... Title somehow forgot to include the deed... Thats a first, I thought that was the most important document. Will take more time out of my vacation to resign that document. Overall, a good enough title company. Nothing special here.

As a buyer, we worked with Alan Lee's team and everything went smoothly. When we began the closing…read moreprocess, Alan offered his direct phone number in case of need, but we never encountered any situation that required escalation. The in-person notarization/signing also went without a hiccup (even as we brought our toddler in.) Notary was professional and patient even when we started to slow down as our fingers and wrist started to hurt . We're very likely to retain First Am again when the refinance time comes.

We have bought and sold 4 properties and these brokers are by far the best. I only regret not…read morehaving found them earlier for previous transactions. Marc doubles as a broker and attorney which is a huge plus (do not underestimate the value of having an attorney on the team). Claire does the showings and agent contacts. Both are extremely flexible, work tirelessly, point out the good and bad of properties, have a huge knowledge of real estate, and never pressure you to hurry into a deal. 100 percent recommend.

Solid 5 stars if not more. Professionalism plus integrity is what you get when working with Marc…read more You'll have a strategic thinker who is experienced in real estate transactions who is watching out for your interest while offering his advice and listening, letting you take the lead. I worked with Marc to complete an off market transaction. From the first time we talked to each other, for my inquiry of how an off market sale works to when attorneys like him get involved, Marc was communicative, informative, patient, and to the point. He spent time talking and explaining things to me even when there may not be a deal. When I called again after making some progress, he remembered our previous conversation and we were able to quickly confirm next steps. He also spent substantial time conducting comp analysis with me, which I wasn't really expecting, provided referrals for services as needed, and walked me through the contract point by point per my questions. It was simply superb service. Worth every penny. I would also say that he was really watching out for our interest. In cases where we might be able to negotiate, he worked to point those out and discussed potential strategies with us. On top of that, when we ended up making decisions he may not have made himself, he quickly accepted our perspective without making a big deal of it. In the end, we successfully completed the transaction without fuss. And I would recommend Marc for anyone who has needs for his type of service. I cannot say enough good things about him.

Do not rent through WPI. At 315 N Greenwood, we dealt with mold that required specialists, a…read moredeteriorating front porch, fallen trees on the roof, and plumbing issues with sewage leaking from the base of the toilet, all of which were ignored despite repeated requests. Joseph, the property manager, failed to respond to emails about urgent safety concerns. On move-out, we were charged for cleaning and repairs that were clearly pre-existing. Protect yourself: document everything and think twice before renting here.

They have a property manager named Tommy that won't fix maintenance issues, and he is combative…read morewhen asked to.

Heidi Lloyd is the one to get ahold of. She goes above and beyond, within her license, to serve her…read moreclients. She is most always responsive and work with everyone's schedule as well as let you know how her schedule is. She is easy to talk to but I found it much easier for me to email her, and she's great to respond back. The best thing is that she goes to my clients to sign them instead of sending out just a person who is a notary to sign my client because the document needs to be notarized. I negotiate a lot of short sales and there are only a handful of escrow people that really know how to assist as the settlement agent in the short sale process. She is one of the best. Now all my closings goes to her as much as possible.

As I understand it, Keystone Escrow has a number of independent escrow closers. I've been working…read morewith Shelley Sykes there for approximately 18 months, and I couldn't be happier. I do Reverse Mortgages exclusively, which is a type of residential loan that Shelley hadn't previously handled. However, she was very diligent in learning the specialized nuances of this particular loan program, and after she had done a couple of them, she was an expert! All of Shelley's closings are done on a mobile basis, meaning she goes to the clients- she doesn't make them travel to her office, which most of them appreciate very much. There is no additional charge for this "extra". All of my clients are seniors. Shelley is extremely skilled in working with them, and being sensitive to any physical or other limitations that they might have. One of the biggest headaches for many loan originators such as myself is having a qualified and dependable escrow closer. That's something I don't have to worry about with Shelley Sykes! She can be reached directly at 206-607-8892, or shelley@keystone-escrow.com.

A trusted contractor friend helping me get my place ready for sale offered high praise for Emily as…read morea real estate agent and, after working with her, I'm truly grateful to have had her in my corner. Emily was mindful, patient and thorough during all aspects of getting my unit shown and sold. Her management of expectations, communication and imagination came across as effortless which, in turn, gave me the peace of mind to pursue the other tasks needing my attention leading up to and through the sale of the property. It all ended in a pairing with, what I felt, was an ideal buyer which really made for a satisfying end note. The experience has easily made her my go to recommend for anybody seeking a real estate agent and I have no doubt you'll come to appreciate her competence and grace during the sale of your home. Thank you Emily!

Emily Cressey is hands down the best real estate agent I could have asked for! After researching…read moreseveral Realtors for my first home purchase in West Seattle, Emily stood out immediately during our initial consultation. Here's what made the difference: Emily has this philosophy about viewing 10 properties before making an offer, especially for first-time buyers. I thought I was ready to offer on the second house we saw, but she encouraged me to see more options first. She was absolutely right - it took seeing multiple properties to really understand what I wanted and what the market offered. Her experience as both an agent and investor was incredibly valuable since I was looking for a property with rental potential. She was always willing to drive out to West Seattle for showings and patiently explained all the technical aspects of buying. The proof is in the results: we found the perfect house, made an offer that beat out a higher competing bid (the selling agent said Emily's organization and professionalism made the difference), and closed in just over 2 weeks. Emily made what could have been an overwhelming process feel manageable and even exciting. If you're looking for a real estate agent in Seattle who combines market expertise with genuine care for their clients, you won't find better than Emily.

Working with Nicole La Chasse was honestly one of the best decisions I made during a pretty chaotic…read moretime of buying and then selling a home in Loyal Heights. She's super smart, knows the Seattle market inside and out, and is an absolute pro at negotiating. She always had my back and was thinking many steps ahead to ensure the best possible outcome. What really stood out was how much she did beyond the typical find a house and write an offer role. Before I sold, she helped find and manage the contractors/subs as part of a remodel and made sure the final staging was fantastic, which ensured the best possible sales outcome in a really complex and fast-paced market. Nicole is responsive, practical, strategic, and genuinely fun to work with. Buying and selling a house is a lot, but having someone this capable in your corner makes a huge difference. I cannot recommend her more highly - especially if you're buying or selling in Seattle. She's awesome.

Nicole was referred by a friend to represent the sale of a home we owned in Loyal Heights. She is a…read morefull service agent. She walked the space, created the exact list of everything we needed to do to get the house dialed in for the market. And this is where it gets really great! She hired/managed all the subs. All of them: Inspections, painters, landscapers, flooring etc., cleaning, marketing. She staged it beautifully. She sold it in less than a week with multiple offers. Honestly, we didn't have to do anything at all, except trust her process and empower her to execute the vision. I can't imagine a more deluxe sales experience. Her approach bypasses the emotional load of critical decision making, and sourcing/managing subs (which can be quite hard to get done quickly without contacts/relationships). 10/10

Called my cell phone before 8:00 am the day my house was delisted ... presumably to attempt to…read moresolicit my future business. I blocked her number so I won't be harassed further. I do not accept cold calls on my cell phone and it is listed on the Do Not Call Registry.

Called me early in the morning to insult me regarding my property not selling immediately, tried to…read moreneg me into losing with her instead. Opportunistic vulture with no boundaries.

Erica went above and beyond helping me move quickly on a Seattle rental with a tight timeline. She…read morewas responsive, professional, and kind throughout. Highly recommend working with her if you want someone truly in your corner. Thank you Erica!

I chose to work with Erica after a couple years of underwhelming experiences with Belong Home…read more Immediately, Erica brought the attention to detail I had been looking for, conducting a much more thorough assessment of the property and it's surrounding neighborhood, providing honest thoughts about how to strategize in the current market. She is always available, always responsive, and her knowledge about Seattle landlord laws were also very helpful to consider. I highly recommend Erica and Elita to anyone looking for a true partner in managing their property.