PLEASE READ TEXT EXCHANGE CLOSELY. THIS IS HOW REMI DOES BUSINESS!!!!!…read more I previously posted about how dishonest Amanda and Shannon are. The following is an on-going text thread I have had with Amanda. Amanda came to my home this week for a home visit. When she came to my door, she told me she was videoing me in case she felt threatened and that her and Shannon had discussed this ahead of time. Huh? I too have this on video, you will hear no rebuttal from Amanda or Remi because this is true. PLEASE, PLEASE, PLEASE READ THE ATTACHED TEXT MESSAGE THREAD. AMANDA CAME TO MY DOOR AND TOLD ME SHE FELT THREATENED BASED ON WHAT WAS IN THE THREAD. THIS LADY CAME TO MY DOOR AND SAID SHE FELT THREATENED. THIS IS THE MOST CONNIVING, IMMORAL AND DISGUSTING ENCOUNTER I HAVE EVER HAD WITH A LANDLORD. PLEASE SHARE A little front story, the front and back steps to the home I live in owned by Coast Guard Master Chief Petty Officer Christopher Cole are unsafe and have been so for years, dating back to the prior tenants. All of the pictures Amanda has taken during her home visits will prove me right, so there will be no rebuttal from Amanda or Remi. Everything about the house is junk and embarrassing for what we pay. Again, don't expect any picture rebuttals. Amanda has said at the last 3 home visits, which take place bi-annually that stair/ railing repairs would be made. That is what led up to my offer to repair in the text exchanges. As of today, the repairs still have not been done. Amanda and Remi have decided that they are going to twist this and make me the bad guy for wanting safe steps. There have been 2 falls now, but no one has gotten hurt yet. I FULLY EXPECT REMI TO RETALIATE AGAINST MY FAMILY AND I. WE'VE TAKEN PICTURES ALL ALONG THE WAY AND HAVE DONE NOTHING WRONG. GOOD LUCK WITH THAT. The following is the exact conversation between myself and Amanda/ Remi, I went back to November 14th, but please note that AMANDA SAYS "As per your text on March 17, 2023 at 11:28 am" WHEN EXPLAINING WHY I AM A THREAT. If anyone can explain to me how this lie makes any sense, I am all ears. Amanda should be fired. PLEASE READ: I KNOW YOU WILL READ THIS AMANDA. HOW WAS I A THREAT TO YOU? I HAVE A WIFE AND A BABY. WHY WOULD YOU MANIPULATE THIS AGAINST ME. THIS IS OUR HOME. Oct 12, 2022 3:26:32 PM Me: No worries. You're plumber is great and on it. No issue there or with yall. Worried about if this could go into tomorrow, that's all. Of all days to need water, today's the one. We are sorry for late payments. We've maxed out my income to keep Rebekah home a little longer with the baby. It'll be back to normal soon Oct 12, 2022 3:29 PM Amanda: Not a problem, we completely understand life with a newborn. Hopefully the day gets better for you all. Thanks for the note about the rent payments, I will reassure the owner. Oct 12, 2022 3:32:09 PM Me: I have a number of folks I work with that would have my back last minute to pay if needed. Just never had to and don't want to. Will have it to you very soon Oct 12, 2022 3:38:10 PM Amanda: Totally understand. Thank you! Nov 14, 2022 1:48:26 PM Me: Got our email stating if we are late again we are evicted. Fair enough. When is the homeowner going to repair all the broken stuff? We've taken time for like 4 or 5 visits for estimates. Where is your promptness? Nov 14, 2022 2:28:39 PM Amanda: Are you inquiring about the back garage door and overhead garage door? Nov 14, 2022 2:34:57 PM Me: Yes, the work that needs done here. I explained our financial situation and you were receptive and understood. I got you the payment sooner than I said I would and we get a notice saying we will be evicted if late again. Fair enough, I understand someone wanting there money on time. No issue there. It certainly brings to mind other things that should be done on time. Nov 14, 2022 2:56:06 PM Amanda: I will check on the doors and get back to you. I wasn't aware of any letter sent to you until you brought it to my attention. Apparently, it was a request from the owner. Nov 14, 2022 3:17:28 PM Me: Again, fair enough. With that, We can't lock the garage door. It is broken. Not a door in this house keeps out mice or bugs. Need a new vent fan in master bath. Garage outlets keep shorting out. The painted kitchen counters are peeling off, the fronts glass door has a busted spring, the mailbox is rotten and falling off, the front fence is entirely rotten, although I retailed it to keep it together, the screen on the back porch still has holes and is hanging out, one back door has a completely rotten sill, the other is rusting through, the knob to the back porch failed and was stuck closed,- I cut it out and replaced it with a brand new knob, the carpet is like a bad joke and has stunk since day 1 and I could keep going. You know as well as us that this house needs alot of work. Please let Chris know we'd like him to also uphold his side of our agree

Update: after moving out of the home, a month later they have decided to charge an additional…read more$1,000 to me, some of which is acceptable (trimming shrubs, light bulbs, 3 days of rent, etc.) BUT a $275 dollar cleaning fee to scrub the walls free of smoke soot. I DO NOT SMOKE! The soot that they are referring to was from a prior tenant that heavily smoked in the home and was not taken care of prior to me moving in! It seems to me that this company decided to rent for another year so they could tag their repair costs on the unlucky tenant that happened to need somewhere to live. I wish I had taken photos prior to moving in. DO NOT RENT FROM REAL ESTATE MANAGEMENT!!!! Update 2: I searched to try and find photos of the home prior to my move in to show proof that it was dirty prior, but of course they made sure they were all plenty blurred so no one could see the details! SHADY COMPANY!!!

I have tried to make contact several times between emails and calls and have not received any…read moreresponse. Good luck trying to get in touch. I'd prefer ZERO stars...

If I could give this place 0 stars, I WOULD. Absolute worst place you could ever rent from. They…read moredon't care about their tenants, they only care about getting their money. I wish I never rented from them. An absolute disgrace of a rental company who "cares about their service members".

"When my husband and I were looking for a home, we asked around looking for some help in guidance…read moreon a good Real Estate company to use. The overall feedback was to go to First Carolina, Realtors; which thankfully we listened. From start to finish we had an amazing experience. The team of Realtors we spoke with were extremely knowledgeable and helped answer any questions, even the ones they didn't know, they referred us to someone who could get them answered. The vendors they referred us to were ones that looked out for our best interest and were knowledgeable as well. All in all, our first experience of buying a home was a great one, all thanks to the team of Realtors at First Carolina. When it comes time to sell, they will be out first call!

Wow, what a terrible agency. We contacted them and talked with Quentin who was nice at first and…read morethen backtracked everything he said. I expected more from a Marine. When the broker got back to us she was just as bad. We are new to the area and they left a real bad taste in our mouth and walked away from someone with money and clout in the community. Do not go with this company.

Stay away from doing business with this rental agency. I lived in a rental through T&C for three…read moreyears and found a few things odd during my time there. It wasn't until after moving out that I realized most of these reviews are accurate. They are quick to get things fixed..but they do NOT perform annual inspections even though they claim they do them. I had 1 inspection in the 3 years living there. The problems began once I moved out. They have very costly move-out requirements that will break the bank when you have little notice to move. Even if you meet these requirements, they will find a way to charge you for something. They claim to do inspections, but were trying to charge me for damages caused by the tenant before me. Luckily, I had noted it on my move in inspection and had photos to prove that the damage wasn't caused by me. I'm still convinced they collected that through the bogus "cleaning" fees they took from my deposit. Oh and good luck getting your deposit back if you somehow do. I gave my forwarding address to two different associates and still had to call back after 30+ days to find out they sent it to the wrong address. Very disappointed and would not recommend doing business here

I am a first time home buyer. Jennifer King was my realtor at Coldwell Banker in New Bern, NC…read more Jennifer was phenomenal from showing me homes to closing. If you're selling or buying, go to Jennifer and you won't be disappointed!

I loved my experience with Coldwell. Debbie Shirk was our real estate agent and it was our first…read moretime buying a home. She worked with us diligently and tirelessly to get the home we wanted! The office is nice and clean, and all of the staff very friendly. We have been in our home for 2 years, and Debbie still sends us Holiday cards, and checks to see how we are loving our home. We recommend her and Coldwell to anyone looking to buy. I only don't give them a perfect review because I wish they managed rental properties.

Margaret Hitchcock is one of the sweetest & most professional realtors I have ever dealt with. I…read morehighly recommend anyone if you are selling or buying call Hitchcock Realty & Associates.

I am not one to write online reviews but, in this case, I definitely feel compelled to make a…read moresincere exception. After Hurricane Florence here on the NC Coast, my former (rental) home had to be gutted and the prospects of finding a new home (or even storage for my belongings, because of the unique circumstances of the hurricane devastation) were dismal, according to other agents. Nevertheless (this is a true story !), one call to Margaret Hitchcock allowed me (through her efforts) to purchase a new home within a matter of hours of its listing and her follow up services were amazing (she handled everything incredibly efficiently and with minimal cost for me). Within 30 days I was relocated in my new home (delighted with it) and ... well, what else can I say ... truly amazing. I really can't say any more than that. Highly recommended is putting it lightly !

We were able to find and buy our forever home thanks to the diligent work of Margie Dunn and her…read moreamazing team! When our purchase was stalled due to negotiations with the sellers over the expenses associated with deferred maintenance, it was Margie to the rescue! I think she wears a superhero's cape, because she brought in all the experts required to substantiate our claims and negotiate an appropriate purchase price. During our final walkthrough, she said the seller's left the house in disarray and arranged to have it cleaned before our closing. I can't say enough good things about Margie and Neuse Realty's integrity! Bottom line, Margie treats you like family, fights for you like family and becomes your best friend along the way!

The Neuse team did an outstanding job selling our home. I would especially like to commend Michael…read moreLanyon our realtor for his courteous and professional work. I would highly recommend Neuse for all your real estate needs.

I can't say enough good things about the Tyson group! They assisted us in purchasing a lovely home…read morein a great area at an excellent price! Our agent, Becky Bengel, was just an amazing professional who guided us every step of the way. She worked with us as out-of-state (CA) buyers and helped us to stay calm during some of our moving challenges and even provided assistance when our truck broke down in the Arizona desert! When making such a radical move, you really need an agent who truly CARES and who treats you like family. Becky is that person. She worked so hard to make our move and purchase as worry-free as possible. I also want to give a special shout-out to Maggie Bramwell, who was incredibly helpful, kind and encouraging throughout this process. I highly recommend Becky and the Tyson Group!

We bought our first home through Steve & Jana Tyson with the assistance of the amazing Regina…read moreEshleman. They explained every step of the process from start to finish and answered all of our first-time homebuyer questions. We would recommend them to anyone looking to buy in New Bern!

The absolute worst. And I lived in NYC for many years with horrible rental companies. We rented…read morefrom one of their owners for 5 years. The landlord, Jerry, 2209 Foxhorn, was wonderful and kind and attentive. We build a great relationship with him, or so we thought. When it came time to move out his wife lost her mind, and was screaming and swearing about the behind the fridge having some dust. The management company, who had previously signed off on us doing a great job cleaning, and said we would get out deposit back, was there, Melissa who works for that company had recently been trolling me about the move out and that she wanted my rug (weird), and laughed at the landlords wife lost it like a petulant child. Melissa sent me a series of last min texts saying they needed to get in to do an inspection within the day (illegal, legally you need two days notice, then freaked out and said her husband has his face slammed in the door- spoiler, it was not slammed in his face, just another example of the crazy). I spoke to the owner, who I knew from mutual activities,and she refused to help. Stay away. They are absolutely crazy and corrupt. We did not get our security deposit back, also illegal for normal living in a place. We paid $400 in cleaning to make sure it was in great condition when we moved out. Just a nightmare

Things worked out great with Rivertowne Rentals finding us our place. We're new to this area, and…read moreMelissa found just what we wanted at the price we could afford. We love our new rental, the town and the company. Thank you Rivertowne.