Kate is an amazing agent: Smart, experienced, attentive, witty, and kind…read more We worked with her in May/June 2021 and had an amazing experience. We thoroughly vetted her before working with her, and she stood head and shoulders above anyone else we considered. So many buyers have struck out in this housing market, but with Kate's guidance our first offer was accepted, and she skillfully helped us navigate every step until we closed on our house. Looking to buy your first house is overwhelming, but Kate made it easy and fun. She has a great intuition for how hands- on or hands- off an agent you need. She was infinitely knowledgeable about the SOMA area--not just for real estate purposes, but restaurants to try, tradesperson recommendations, and more. She was always available by text, email, and phone and answered all our (many!) questions; when she didn't know something, she was very honest and would look up the answer or point us to someone who could help. Her unofficial team of inspectors, lawyers, etc. were also top notch. We highly recommend working with Kate--not only is she a stellar agent, but a fun person with a great sense of humor!

Kate was absolutely fantastic throughout the whole process of finding our first home. We were not…read moresure where to start, given this was our first home, and Kate was there on day one to guide us through the process worry-free. She was very clear and super easy to talk to about all of the steps of the home-buying process and we never felt lost or unable to ask a question. I would give Kate an absolute 10/10 and would recommend her to anyone who asked for an agent.

We recently sold our home with Lara and got above asking. She exceeded our expectations! She came…read morein armed with a knowledge of what relative comps to use in our area. Other realtors, I interviewed just grabbed recently sold comparables at 20% lower what Lara had sold our home for. Lara knows her stuff. In addition, we were out of state when we sold and she took care of everything. If you need a realtor that can get your home sold, list your home with Lara. Experience, expertise, and trust. Thank you so much Lara!

As a real estate attorney, I have worked closely with Lara on countless transactions and can say…read morewith confidence that she is one of the best out there. Lara is a true expert in her field and takes a hands on approach with every transaction. Whether she is representing a Buyer or a Seller, Lara always goes the extra mile for her clients and maintains a high level of involvement at every stage of the process. She is knowledgeable, patient, and kind. Her collaborative approach is a considerable asset that allows every transaction to proceed with ease and efficiency. Lara is an absolute pleasure to work with and I would highly recommend her to any buyer or seller in the market for a real estate agent who truly cares about her clients!

I had an amazingly smooth house purchase from start to finish with Allison. Since I was new to the…read morearea I relied heavily upon Allison's recommendations and all were excellent. We had a tight closing time frame and she was able to line up all inspections and estimates in a week so we could close on time. Being new to the NJ market, I put a lot of trust in Allison and felt like I was in excellent hands.

Before I start, let me say that we love the house that we bought through Weichert Realtors. The…read moreclosing went smoothly and we were able to visit the property several times before then. But there were communication issues in the process that led to real consequences for us. When we brought these issues up with our realtor, Victoria Carter, her reaction was dismissive. We were told at the beginning that the deposit amount was being calculated and to hang tight. A couple weeks later, we get an urgent call that we are late with our deposit. It got straightened out, but not without causing us to drop everything and panic. Later, Victoria recommended three inspectors. One of them, Total Home Inspection Services, did a lackluster job, and they failed to detect many obvious problems. (See our separate review.) When, after some months, we finally felt we had enough information to complain to Victoria about the inspector, she said in writing that she had "never heard of" this company. When we forwarded her the actual email in which she recommended Total, her reply was "I never used that inspector ever...I don't know how that happened." It's clearly on record that she recommended this company. Why she would deny it is beyond us, and left a bad taste in our mouths.

I used a service of William Byrne to find a proper home for myself and my family. William was…read moreprofessional and friendly agent. He advised me about many issues regarding this home and out of scope also. Despite on that we did not contract about everything, I recommend him and this agency as a professionals.

Maybe the best broker in town! We used him for the purchase of our first home and he was so…read morepatient and assisted us every inch of the way. He wasn't just trying to push the deal along. He really helped and gave the right referrals on lawyers and inspectors as we needed them! Definitely recommend Mark on any real estate transaction!

From the owner: Since 2009, Mark Slade Homes has been the go-to real estate team for the Maplewood/South Orange…read moreArea as well as many surrounding communities. In a very short time, Mark has made a name for himself in the world of real estate on his rise to being a Top agent in New jersey. His team is averaging over $40million in sales in the past years and over 100 transactions closed, making for very happy buyers and sellers. Equally important, The Mark Slade Homes Team is noted for being a diverse team truly dedicated to their clients. By using their vast knowledge of the community and putting their expertise to work, they work hard to turn their client's dreams into reality. They strive to make the buying and selling experience as stress-free as possible. Don't navigate the complicated real estate market alone, turn to the Mark Slade Homes team to help you achieve your real estate goals. Mark's team gives back to the area communities as a part of their mission statement. Mark's success with Sellers recently lead to the formalizing of his listing system--SMART RE-SULTS--which is currently pending both Trademark and Copyright.

Amy Paternite is hands down the best real estate agent we could have asked for. As first-time…read morebuyers relocating from California to New Jersey, we had no idea what we were getting into but Amy guided us through every step with expertise, patience, and genuine care. We spent six months searching for the right home, and Amy was there for all of it. She met us weekend after weekend (and plenty of weekdays too), touring more than 30 properties with us without ever making us feel rushed or pressured. Her deep knowledge of the local market and her eye for quality helped us evaluate each home thoughtfully, and she made sure we understood exactly what we were considering every time. Amy also connected us with an amazing support team who were all incredibly responsive and helpful throughout the process. It felt like we had a whole group of experts working on our behalf, which was such a relief as new buyers in an unfamiliar area. Beyond her professional skills, Amy is just a wonderful person and now a friend! She's warm, encouraging, and easy to talk to. She made what could have been a stressful experience actually enjoyable. And now that we've been in our new home for a few months, we love it even more than we did on day one. The house is perfect, and the neighborhood and community have been everything we hoped for. If you need someone who's knowledgeable, dedicated, and genuinely invested in finding you the right home, don't hesitate to reach out to Amy. We're so thankful we did!

From the owner: We’re a boutique real estate collective proudly offering a personalized, concierge experience for…read moreour clients -- with a detail-obsessed team that handles everything from seamless logistics, to full-suite marketing and tough negotiation. We specialize in Maplewood & South Orange, NJ along with other NYC commuter friendly towns.

Collette was an absolute pleasure to work with. She really got stuck on 2 properties I was…read morepurchasing, but she didn't give up. It took over a year to close! Nothing but problems on the sellers side...from liens, to issues with the buildings to family deaths! Every time something came up, she did her due diligence to get us accurate answers. She went above and beyond, pushed and finally succeeded in getting the deals done. Would happily work with her again. I highly recommend her!

I loved working with Collette. Her expertise and guidance throughout the whole process were…read moreinvaluable. She was readily available when I had a question or needed a recommendation. I highly recommend Collette to anyone looking to sell or buy a house.

It is impossible to put in words how unbelievably grateful and appreciative I am to Marie for all…read moreof her extraordinary help, and how awe-struck I am (and continue to be) with her exceptional level of service and her masterful work. Marie truly checks all of the boxes. She goes above and beyond in every aspect possible - not only as a real estate agent, but also as a human being. I am so grateful to have met Marie and had the absolute pleasure of working with her over the last year, during which she not only helped me to secure my dream home, but also grew dear to my heart as a lifelong connection and friend. Through multiple prospects and listings, Marie remained patient, attentive, and thoughtful. She listened to everything I had to say - even when all over the place - not only answering every last question I had, but remembering every detail, which she used to skillfully tailor the home search and homebuying process to my every want and need. Marie never missed a beat, answering every text and phone call right away, and always with a friendly smile and joyful disposition. I would look forward to every conversation with her, from which I always left with more knowledge about real estate and with a big smile on my face. Marie also went out of her way to proactively provide suggestions and develop creative solutions to ensure the experience was the best that it could be. I can confidently say that her dedication to her clients is unmatched, and would recommend her in a heartbeat with the highest of praises to anyone looking to rent, buy, or sell a new (or old) property. As a professional in the corporate world, I have never met someone who is so masterful at their job - Marie is always on top of it. From weekly recap calls and thoughtful, helpful messages to regularly keeping track of the desired timeline, Marie went out of her way to constantly ensure all of our needs were being met (even needs that I didn't realize we should be thinking about). It is hard to express how vital and effective Marie was throughout - she was the key cog in the entire process, functioning as much more than just my agent as a homebuyer. She not only kept me fully up to speed during a hectic time in our lives, but also kept my loan officer, attorney, and even the seller's real estate agent and the seller's attorney on track - just another example of her going above and beyond. Without Marie, none of it would've happened. From a technical skills standpoint, Marie has mastered the world of real estate. She knows the process inside and out, and I have never met a more patient and excellent teacher and communicator. Every step of the way, she took the time to clearly teach the ins and outs of the home buying process (and the real estate world), equipping me with not only knowledge, but always providing the level of comfort needed when managing the daunting and life-changing process of buying a first home. She knew the local area and market like the back of her hand, had impressive connections and strong relationships throughout the industry (Marie knocked it out of the park with every recommendation she provided), and was a class act when it came time to express interest in properties and begin developing offers. It showed throughout the entire process that Marie has a wealth of rich experience and knowledge from her real estate career, during which she has developed an impressive toolkit of tactics, strategies, and a top-notch level of professionalism. Not only is Marie masterful in the art of negotiation, but with every thoughtful interaction and calculated recommendation she made during my homebuying process, Marie remained professional and most importantly displayed how ethical she is at the heart of her. Marie knows how to get the deal done quickly and efficiently, always effectively advocating for her clients and all the while never compromising on morals. In an industry with a lot of skepticism where many have historically purported a cynical stigma as it relates to real estate agents, Marie is a shining light and a glowing example of not only how principled and masterful a realtor can be, but also how wonderful a human being can be inside and out. She is not only kindhearted, positive, and encouraging in every interaction, but goes above and beyond, exhibiting thoughtful acts of kindness to make others' days and always showing how much she genuinely cares about her clients' lives, happiness, and wellbeing. Just to give some perspective on how wonderful of a person Marie is and how positive the experience was - when the home buying process was complete and Marie came to give her thoughtful congratulations, despite how exciting and happy a moment it was to finally close on my dream first property, I actually felt a genuine sadness that I wouldn't be communicating with her regularly anymore. Thankfully, Marie has remained in touch even after closing, and I couldn't be more grateful for her attentiveness and thoughtfulness.

Marie knows the market, the business, and the pulse of the moment along with her clients' needs and…read morecadence. We so appreciate her professionalism and general good feelings. Marie will take care of your RE concerns and get you through the process as intended! Do choose her over others in this space, because you really won't get much better!

Susan is amazing! She goes above and beyond. Thanks to Susan's staging and open houses, we sold…read moreour house for much more than we planned. She simply knows her business and has a great team who attended to every need. She worked tirelessly to get our house sold. Susan is also a master at marketing and got our house ona multitude of websites which resulted in multiple offers. I highly recommend Susan V. if you want to the maximum amount for your property!

No words can convey how amazing it was to work with Susan to find my new home! She work tirelessly…read morefrom start to finish to help me find my dream home. From looking at places and really determining if it was right to the closing process! Susan is a true professional who knows how to make going through the stressful home buying process easy. She never stops working, always stays involved in the process. Words can't explain how thankful I am to have worked with Susan because I would not have made the right choices without her. She's truly the best real estate agent. Just wonderful