If you're looking for an honest caring real estate team in the Madison area the Buell Group is the…read moreticket! From the initial prep and listing of our house for sale, to closing with Preferred Title, the people involved have been amazing. Brandon and team were responsive throughout, offered educational guidance every step of the way, helped us through some unexpected hurdles. He also provided solid referrals; from handymen and garage door specialists to title companies, the Buell Group partners with the best.

Brandon and his team were great to work with! Brandon responded immediately to all of our questions…read moreand when he wasn't immediately available, he made sure his teammate, Amanda, got back to us with answers to our questions. We felt Brandon was extremely knowledgeable of the market but as an added bonus, he is also very knowledgeable about construction in general and was able to point out flaws or positive attributes of each house we toured. Brandon was our advocate throughout the entire process and made sure we got the best price and timely responses from the sellers. Before closing, Brandon's team contacted our mortgage lender directly to handle details and they followed up with us to make sure we had everything ready and were prepared! On closing day, Brandon came to the closing with us and explained anything that we didn't understand in the sea of paperwork presented to us. We highly recommend the Brandon Buell and The Buell Group! They were fantastic to work with!

This company is also known as Milwaukee Flat Fee homes, which is who we listed our Shorewood…read moreProperty with...If I could select 0 stars I would. Paul Stevens is one of the most arrogant, unprofessional people to do business with. Clearly, I see from the other reviews here, that we are not alone in our assessment as this is his typical pattern of behavior. We listed our duplex (investment property) with Milwaukee Flat Fee Homes in February 2019, right before the pandemic hit. We paid the flat fee to have our property listed on MLS for a year. We don't NEED to sell this property, but it seemed like a great time to sell at the time. Right after listing, Covid-19 hit the US and greatly impacted our ability to show our property to both prospective buyers and prospective new tenants. We received an offer to purchase in April for $50,000 under asking and told them we were not interested. Paul didn't like that. He wants his sellers to accept the first offer that comes their way so he can do as little work as possible. We received another offer for our property in late June, had minimal back and forth negotiations and ultimately we decided not to accept the buyer's offer. A few days later we received an email from Paul accusing us of lying on our condition report and stating that he was breaking our contract and taking our home off of MLS. We then provided proof that there were no "lies" on our condition report and Paul ignored all of our calls and emails related to the "misunderstanding." When he finally responded, he stated, "Our listing fee is non-refundable. Either party may cancel at any time for any reason. This is my last communication on this matter." In other words, Paul Stevens believes that when you pay him up front to list your property for 12 months, he can cancel your listing at anytime if he chooses simply because you didn't accept an offer that he wants you to take.

Buyer beware. Just understand that this service is very basic...so much so that I didn't hear from…read moreANYONE at MFF even though I literally begged for a call back. I had received an offer but only knew that because the buyers agent texted me. I could not get a return call, or email from MFF for 2 days. I interpreted the lack of interest in my property as an indication that their customer service is sub par. Finally, just wanted to share that MFF sent a representative to the closing today who showed up with her boobs hanging out of a shirt that looked like it came from a Victorian Secrets catalog. This was shocking and so unprofessional. Really?

I lived in the Post Apartments. I lived there over 2 years and really enjoyed it for the proximity…read moreto downtown and the bike path. The interior was very well done and the building maintained well. But sadly, the complex was marketed as "non-smoking" which was a big reason why I signed the lease. However I quickly learned after moving in that it was far from it with tenants smoking marijuana in their units and the smell permeating into the hallway and in some cases into my unit. When management was alerted there was little action besides one email to all the tenants which did nothing to stop it. One sign on the bulletin board which lasted less than a month. I think they could have and should have done more which is why I ultimately decided to leave the apartment before the end of my lease term. My health was suffering from the constant stench. Otherwise, it's a great property and if you don't have an aversion to smokers, I recommend it.

Avante Properties plays hard ball with their best tenants. Here's what happened to us…read more.. We have an apartment at the Arlo in Fitchburg and have been excellent tenants since June 2024 when the building opened. Avante recently notified us that the lease for our second stall in the parking garage has been terminated and we have six days to vacate it. There was no explanation or apology. #1: In the luxury rental business, it's not a good idea to treat good renters poorly, especially your top tenants. Poor reviews and word of mouth will expose you in a big way. #2: Avante has been allowing tenants to move into the garage as late as November-January, just in time for bad winter weather. We've been paying for the second stall since last June so we would have it for the winter months. When we asked Avante for a credit for the past seven months, they referenced legalese from the parking rental agreement, and threatened to tow our car if the stall was not vacated by the deadline. Avante's communication has been disappointing and shocking. #3: During the fall, Avante raffled off 2 free parking stalls to Arlo residents who wrote Google reviews. So they are willing to give away free stalls, but then kick out their paying customers? Huh? Complaining about a valid issue and requesting reimbursement for what we consider fraudulent behavior on their part has ultimately resulted in them threatening not to renew our 12-month apartment lease this spring. Wow is all I can say. A property manager can make or break your apartment rental experience. If I had to do it all over again, I would not rent from Avante Properties. I would look elsewhere.

Jolenta goes above and beyond as a real estate agent. Having worked with a few agents over the…read moreyears, what stands out most is how much she looks out for your best interests as a buyer. There's never any pressure to rush into a decision--in fact, she often spends more time thoughtfully explaining why a house isn't the right fit than pushing you toward a quick close. That's because she's more than just an agent: she becomes a trusted neighbor, confidante, and thought partner. Jolenta listens closely, prioritizes your wants and needs, and helps you make sense of what's realistic in the market. We'd 100% work with her again.

Jolenta was so great to work with! We were very glad to have her on our side throughout the process…read moreof buying and selling our homes -- the process with her was smooth. She was always responsive, professional, and an excellent communicator with strong negotiation skills. Her connections and insights on both the financial and repairs side were incredibly helpful. We highly recommend Jolenta to anyone looking to buy or sell a home. So much fun to work with!

I've been to a couple of sales run by tallulah & Stella's and they run a great program. They have a…read moresign up sheet used to ensure the estate isn't overwhelmed by people or long lines when they open. My wife loves going to any sale they run. They are professional and courteous. I don't know how it could be better.

We discovered Tallulah & Stella some years ago when they were running an estate sale near our…read moreneighborhood. It was the second day, which typically means most things are half off. We went in without expectations--and we found a solid cherry dining room table with six matching chairs. The table was in mint condition and had two leaves. For $150, we had a new table--and we still have it and love it as much as when we bought it. That was eight years ago, and since then, we've found beautiful (and some times antique) furniture that was super affordable. I have since joined their website so I get email alerts to let me know when they've got a sale. Besides finding amazing furniture and other home goods as well as designer clothing, the way that they curate the merchandise makes sorting not only easy, but it is organized and respectful of the person/people who owned it previously, who I surmised have passed away. I've been to other estate sales in Madison, and items are thrown higgledy-piggledy, but the Amys and their team treat everything and everyone with respect.

Cathy helped me find my first house. She made the stressful search fun and easy! She was patient…read more(I'm very picky and dragged her out through a hundred homes), prompt in communication and scheduling showings, supportive, and helpful. I really cannot recommend her highly enough!

I have purchased and sold 3 homes using the Hannes Team and they are nothing less than…read moreextraordinary. Cathy knows absolutely everything about the real estate market and is truly your best advocate. When buying, she was quick to point out the cons, not just the pros of each home, to make you the most informed buyer possible. When selling, Cathy and her husband Tom go the extra mile to develop gorgeous photos and even videos to really make your home shine. Then they market, market, market through all the most common channels with great success. My last home sold in only a couple months, even during the down market. I can't recommend them highly enough. Call them today.

My husband and I recently sold our home in Madison and we chose to work with Josh because we had…read morebeen receiving his newsletters over the years about the state of the market in our area. We could not have been more pleased with the outcome. Josh and his coordinator Julie took amazing care of us--making the selling process a lot less stressful and helping us secure a solid offer on our home. Anyone looking to sell a home in the Monona area would be well-advised to get in touch with Josh.

I first met Josh two years ago when i was going to buy and called it off. This spring Josh just…read morehelped me buy my better than dreamhouse condo at about $25K under market. I can only speak from the POV of being a buyer, but I have really liked working with Josh. I have a sales component to my own job, which makes it very difficult to sell to me (I know the playbook). So, as someone who does not want to get pressured into a decision, I found Josh to be a good listener, easy to be around and sincerely invested in helping me find my dreamhome. Buying a house is a huge personal decision and at the end of the day you need to work with someone that you feel like you can trust (not to sound like EF Hutton) to help you make a good decision that you'll feel good about for years to come. I felt like Josh offered that so Id encourage any buyers, especially nervous ones like to me consider working with Josh.

I cannot praise Progressive Property Management (PPM) enough! We initially signed a rental…read moreagreement with PPM for a single year but have since renewed twice because we have been so happy with the company. Beth and Peggy are personable and professional and a true joy to work with; it's clear that they care about their tennants and strive hard to meet their needs. Since moving into the property (an older home), several minor issues have arisen (e.g., a toilet leak, a problem with the fridge, a tap leak), and each time, PPM has quickly and efficiently resolved the problem, even when the issue came up late at night. This is in stark contrast to other property management companies that we have rented from in the past, where we were often forced to live with the issue for weeks or even months. We could not be happier with PPM!

I have seen some negative reviews about Whistler Apts in Iowa City, and feel it is also important…read moreto leave something positive. While my daughter does not live at Whistler (yet), I want to express my appreciation for the top notch service Jessi Blackburn (Property Manager) has offered thus far. Jessi promptly responded to our initial online inquiry and was able to arrange a tour that fit my daughter's extremely busy school/work schedule in record time! As a US Military family, we move ALL the time and (with the exception of one assignment 10 yrs ago) we have always rented. That being said, I have rental shopped more times than I can even remember, but I have learned how to tell a fantastic rental company when I first talk with them (and I have spoken with a LOT!) So far, J Michael Real Estate has exceeded my expectations! Jessi has shown an Godly amount of patience and professionalism with me as I try my best from 2000 miles away to facilitate tours and ask questions from afar (we are currently stationed in California). She is always quick to respond to emails and always answers the phone. My daughter will be a Junior in college next year and is looking to get a 1 bedroom apartment to live solo for the first time. It is not easy finding a place that my daughter will not only love but that we, as parents, also feel comfortable with, especially because she will be living alone. Jessi helped ease my mind and has consistently answered all my questions and inquiries with professionalism and kindness. Unfortunately, the unit my daughter had her heart set on was already rented out by the morning after she toured. Since that time Jessi, Kevin and Margo have all been extremely helpful in trying to put her in another unit that she will still feel is a good fit. It is a little frustrating when we have to wait 24 hrs to see a unit with my daughter needing to get this secured quickly, but on the flip side that shows courtesy and respect for their current tenants, and that will be appreciated when my daughter is on the other side of things down the road. Hopefully by the end of this weekend things will be all set :) Much thanks to Jessi and her team who have beyond impressed us thus far! And thank you for the professionalism and patience with me as I try to help my daughter navigate the often daunting task of apartment hunting!

We rented from J michael. 614 Langdon Street. The apartment was old and the appliances were…read moreoutdated, and they charged $1000 a month for it not including the utilities. We dealt with a COCKROACH INFESTATION for 4 months, leaky appliances, smelly carpet, and power that would turn on and off sporadicly. Since we had been there for a bit, the place was pretty lived in and had some scratch marks from furniture so painting was necessary. We spent a whole day painting before we moved out, on top of cleaning for 2 entire days and left the place looking better than when we got there. In return, J michael charged us a ridiculous amount of money for 3 door replacements and 2 blinds replacements that both DID NOT need replacing, another ridiculously large fee for cleaning expenses, and worst of all a humongous fee for painting, when we had spent hours on the apartment painting with money we had to spend out of our own pocket for the paint. So if you like being charged a ridiculous monthly rate for rent just to get outdated and unreliable appliances, a cockroach infestation, smelly carpet and don't want to get your security deposit back despite spending hours of work trying to renovate the place, and want to be charged a ridiculous amount of money for appliance replacements that do not need replacing, then by all means live here. But if you are a sane human being, DO NOT RENT FROM J. MICHAEL. I REPEAT, DO NOT RENT FROM THIS PLACE!

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