My parents recently bought a condo in Seattle with the help of Robert Ade. He was incredibly patient through every step of the process, and his knowledge of the Seattle condo market and the various condo buildings was impressive. He researched the market and the condo building and then discussed with my parents the best offer strategy. Then he presented a well thought out, logical and well written offer,  Later, before closing, when an unforeseen issue came up, Robert helped my parents understand their legal rights and negotiate a more favorable price. With his knowledge and experience Robert made buying the condo almost stress-free. It was a pleasure working with him.  Given the difficulty of this transaction, we feel that my parents would not have successfully navigated the purchase of this condo without the guidance and help of Robert Ade. read more

Robert is the best real estate agent I could have asked for. I can't recommend him enough. As a first time home buyer, I was a bit uncertain going into buying a home. Robert had a zoom call with my girlfriend and I to discuss the entire process. He put my concerns at ease and went to work scoping out homes with my criteria in mind. We must have looked at a dozen or so homes. Robert was extremely patient and Robert proved himself knowledgeable about every building we visited (and many others that we asked about). His opinion on the value and pros and cons of each individual unit as well as the overall market were priceless as we made our decision. Once we'd decided on a home, Robert was diligent an thorough in his negotiating tactics. In the end, I was happy with the price that we settled on. Throughout the contingency process, Robert was extremely helpful with reviewing the documents. As many people likely know, these can get you into a lot of trouble if there are any irregularities. Robert was able to flag any unusual items to my attention. Lastly, after we closed, Robert continued to check in with us to make sure any lingering questions had been resolved. I am happy to say that our home buying process was seamless thanks to Robert. I will be going back to him for all my future real estate needs. Homes come and go, but a good realtor is forever. read more

After trying unsuccessfully for over a month to lease my condominium by myself on Craigslist, I finally bit the bullet just weeks before my old tenant was scheduled to move out and hired Robert, based on my research of online reviews. Best decision I've made in a long time:). He immediately got his professional photographer to come in and create an online profile that showed off my property in the best light possible: Beautiful photos! I signed a lease agreement within two weeks and my unit was only vacant for 3 days! Robert was a consummate professional and my condo staff complimented me for selecting him as my agent because they were so impressed with him throughout the process. He did not abandon me as soon as he earned his commission, but rather, he stayed involved through move-in until the very last detail was completed to my satisfaction. Most importantly to me, Robert was ultra responsive and always seemed to drop whatever he was doing to promptly address every inquiry from me and all of my prospective tenants, never taking more than a few hours to respond. Almost impossible to find that kind of service in an agent! He also handled a paint job in my master bedroom to get the unit ready for the new tenants, using his contractor connections and giving me a great, reasonable price. In short, I could not have asked for or expected any better performance from a real estate agent, and I highly recommend this professional Seattle condominium expert to anybody looking for a responsible, dedicated, and loyal real estate agent. read more

I can honestly unhesitatingly recommend Robert to anyone looking to get professional real estate broker services for their condo in Seattle. My wife and I have dealt with many brokers at various times in the past - including a very disappointing first round before switching brokers to Robert - and he was by far the best to work with. He doesn't just farm out the work once you get your listing, but is thoroughly engaged and communicative (something many other brokers give lip service to but then don't perform well) and works very hard right through closing. The last year in Seattle condo market was a difficult one to say the least, but Robert really stepped up and made it happen. (It was sitting on the market for six months with the prior broker who did very little beyond tell us to lower the price, which we did.) Robert had a good perspective on the market, was very proactive, professional and beautiful marketed us, and had great recommendations (including staging) to get our place in top shape to appeal to buyers. He had multiple open houses (our prior agent, obviously not wanting to work hard, said they never did much good after the first one or two). Importantly, he was probing and sensitive in his follow-up with potential buyers who came through, gathering valuable feedback. In the down condo market after such a heated period, it was a little hard to accept the reality we weren't going to get as much as we would like, but Robert did everything he could to bring us the best possible price at closing. Just as important, he was always professional, courteous, responsive, and communicative. In the stressful process of selling, I can only tell you that that was much appreciated and so lacking in several past experiences. He knows his stuff, he works hard, and he's very easy to get along with. There are a lot of brokers out there who like to phone it in when the market is hot, and just don't know how to handle a downturn where they have to work hard. You will not be disappointed in Robert, we are truly grateful for his work. read more

Robert is a stand up real estate professional. He is one of the old school type of guys that respond and keep up with his clients. I met Robert in an effort to rent out our downtown condo at the Cosmopolitan. I had been trying to rent out the unit myself, but ended up succumbing to hiring an agent due to several lost opportunities and flaky agents suggesting they have a client in hand with deposit etc... I can confidently recommend Robert to any condo owners looking to rent their place. He's an outstanding person and also did some minor repairs himself opposed to hiring a handyman. I appreciate all his help and I believe he provides the value to renters and owners alike. read more

Robert is an incredibly reliable and helpful broker. We have used his assistance with a condo rental and home purchase. He is always able to make time for us, as well as answer the many questions we had, and walk us through the process. He is very responsive, punctual, and is always prepared. We originally met him while looking for a condo to rent. With his assistance, we were able to get our rental application in first, and meet the listing broker, which got us the unit. Two years later, he was extremely helpful with our first home purchase. He really understood our needs and suggested many great properties, one of which we never would have considered without his insight on the unit. We never felt pressured to make any decisions, but when ready, he is always very quick and responsive to take action. Robert will be the first person we contact the next time we are in this process again. read more

Rob Ade knows condos - When I think of condominiums for sale in Seattle, I think of Rob Ade Real Estate. As a mortgage professional in the Seattle market, it's important to understand the different types of condos and the things to look for in a condo purchase that could either hurt you or benefit you, and Rob keeps a pulse on the different condo communities, market, and news relevant to you whether you're buying a condo or if you currently own. I've worked along side Rob to help Seattle home buyers successfully purchase homes and he's first class all the way. Call Rob if you have any questions. He won't let you down! read more

We have used Roberts assistance in both renting and selling a unit in 2200 Westlake. Both experiences were great. Robert is detail oriented, patient, and extremely knowledgeable on the market in both categories. We live out of the area and needed staging and painting among other things and Robert had people available to help with these challenges. He made the entire process smooth for us. We highly recommend him regardless of your needs - buying, selling, or renting. read more

We felt extremely lucky to have met Robert this summer. We weren't planning on buying; in fact, we met him because we went to see a rental property. Fast forward a week and we decided that buying indeed made more sense than renting, especially because the condo market was leaning more towards buyers. As we prepared ourselves for the process, we found the information on Robert's website extremely helpful and useful, especially all of the data he had put together over the quarters and years (definitely take the time to read through the articles/posts!). As Robert showed us properties, we quickly noticed and appreciated how patient he was. We are pretty thorough people and took anywhere between 10 minutes to close to an hour to view a property. He'd give us information about the unit before entering then gave us the time and space to look around. When we had questions, he gave us honest answers, and when he didn't know, he got answers that evening or by the next morning. When we wanted to see properties that we had seen online right before meeting him, he made himself available to show them to us. He really understands that timing is everything and that the more condos his clients see, the better and wiser decision we can make. He was also very willing to take us back to condos we had seen previously. Again, he pointed out that seeing a condo during the day vs during the evening can bring out something new! There was a ton of email exchange, and he responded in a timely manner all the time. He was available for calls, and he always welcomed our emails/calls. He was always calm, never irritated or short with us, even though we had lots of questions. He'd put data together, which was very important to us, as we thought data was the most accurate way to figure out pricing and all. Once we found the place we wanted to call home, he gathered all the documents, once again in a timely manner, and also reviewed them. He'd point out concerns if he had any as well as especially good points. This really helped us get educated about condos. When we were ready to put an offer down, his negotiation skills shone. We were amazed at how above and beyond he went to get the price that was reasonable and fair. During the inspection, which took 3 hours, he was there the whole time, allowing him to understand any issues there were with the condo that could affect the offer. While we were waiting to close, he kept in touch, making sure we were okay, and again, when we had questions about the closing process and weren't sure who to ask, he was there to answer our questions or direct us to the right person. We feel extremely lucky to have met and worked with Robert, and we strongly recommend him to anyone looking into purchasing a condo in Seattle. You'll be in the right hands and feel confident in your purchase. read more

Robert is everything you could ask for in a great agent. His knowledge of the Seattle condo market is so detailed-- he knows & has been to every building in the market. I was lucky enough to meet Robert to look at one of his rental listings, and had mentioned that what I really wanted was to buy a condo. Because of his market knowledge, he knew there was a similar unit in the same building that was for sale, which I did not know about, because it had not been heavily marketed. His guidance through the whole process was absolutely stellar (combing through the condo docs, writing brief summaries, and breaking down the information for me so that I was confident during the whole deal). Robert acts as a true partner during and after the deal is done. He is extremely responsive, and has the ability to calmly and smoothly handle any bumps along the road, essentially taking the stress off your plate. His knowledge, guidance, and overall skillfulness at handling a transaction makes him the ideal agent. I highly recommend him to anyone who is looking for a listing or buyer rep. agent-- he is truly the best! read more

Robert Ade has helped me find an amazing downtown Seattle condo that I am living in. I love my new downtown Seattle lifestyle! Robert's extensive knowledge of the buildings and market was invaluable in my search. Robert has also help me purchase investment properties including a couple duplexes and a rental house. I would highly recommend him to anyone who is considering purchasing Seattle real estate, condominiums, or multi-family investment properties. read more

Robert is absolutely fantastic. He answered all of our questions, had superb follow up skills the entire time, and courteous across the board. Looking forward to working with him again in the future! read more

Robert is patient and does his best to understand tenant's preferences. I told him I wasn't so keen on the most modern place but needed lots of natural light, big windows, open space on a rather strict on budget. He did his research and came up with many options for me and I liked most of them. I'd definitely refer his service to anyone looking for a property. read more

Robert has helped us locate and prepare for two tenants over the last few years. I can't imagine the management of our rental without him. He's responsive, professional and proactive. All the things you need in your corner. I highly recommend him. read more

Robert went above and beyond as a Real Estate agent. The whole experience, from start to finish was both incredibly professional, thorough, and attentive. I can say without hesitation that Robert was the best Real Estate agent I have worked with and ensured that our home purchase was a sound investment and a great value! He never tried to sway our decision making, had incredible market insight and valuable information on every home we visited, and always went out of his way to ensure we were confident and excited about the processes. Home buying is often stressful and confusing. With Robert, it was an enjoyable experience that helped me grow into a confident home buyer. A few of the highlights: Pricing: When seeing a home that we were interested in, Robert provided detailed comps that went beyond what is typically done. With other real estate agents, comps are usually an automated review of all similar sized homes sold in the most recent months. Roberts comp were a curated looked into detail on the building, the stack (other units above and below), and neighborhood. He also ran calculations that took into account current market averages and market appreciation to land on an estimated value for the home. We went to offer confident that we would not be over spending, incredibly important in Seattle's seller's market. Negotiations: Robert always went to bat for us swinging for the fences. As aggressive as we were on pricing, Robert came in looking for a better deal. Through multiple rounds of negotiation, he continually pushed to keep us on the lower end of our range. We went pending on our home incredibly happy with how much we were spending. Closing: As we went through inspections, contingencies, and our financing process, Robert made himself readily available and provided great advice on ensuring we took each step with confidence. Bonus: Robert went above and beyond by scheduling a closing day cleaning of our new home! When doing our final walk through, we both noticed that only the bare minimum of cleaning was done on the home. While I left with plans to spend our first day cleaning out the place, Robert took it upon himself to call an emergency cleaning crew (on his own dime!) to give the place a proper scrub down. We came in to our new home blown away by how spotless everything was. Robert is the first and only person I would go to for purchasing a condo in Seattle. He really is the Seattle Condo Specialist. read more

Robert marketed my condo for sale and I had superb results. First Roberts knowledge of the downtown Seattle Condo Market is amazing, his passion shows thru. He knows all the buildings, the micro neighborhoods, and the changes that are planned with new construction. He really knows how to sell the building, location, and Seattle itself. His photography was amazing and made my condo look great. He worked the listing hard and got me multiple offers and a price above what I expected. Highly recomended! read more

Robert is a Seattle condo expert. Be it renting or buying you can rely on him for expert advice and we were able to secure a condo for rent in the "Cosmopolitan" with his help. He is a good negotiator and makes sure you get what you want. He toured the condo before we arrived, ensured it was clean and even did a small inspection for us which helped us through the leasing process. Since then he is providing valuable information about the condo market, comparisons and pros and cons of each building and market fluctuation. We find this very useful and would definitely recommend him to condo-buyers. read more

Robert is he "go to" guy for your Seattle condo. He does his homework for his clients and has a rich understanding of the area along with knowing what is important for a buyer to make the best decision. He gave me insight to Seattle's growth along with changes in the downtown landscape and how important that will be in your investment. Robert is the person who has all the informaion you'll need to make your best choice. read more

I worked with Robert for over a year, first as a property manager to find a renter for my condo, and then as an agent when I decided to sell. He was absolutely terrific throughout. He always had great advice, with detailed reasons for his suggestions based on current market trends and his own experience, which made it very easy for me to make decisions and feel confident in our plans. He really does take of everything - knows exactly who to call for what (cleaning, painting, new carpet, electrical work, handyman stuff, staging, photography) and was a great advocate when there was water damage from the unit above in getting the damage inspected and engaging with 2200 staff and the upstairs unit for the repairs. He found a great tenant when I was renting (and took care of all paperwork needed by the condo association etc), and then when I decided to sell took care of everything with the listing, photos, staging, and was very pro-active in having open houses and following up on prospective buyers. I see he has a lot of 5 star reviews and can personally attest that they are completely warranted!! He is completely professional, takes care of every detail and made an otherwise time-consuming and painful process as easy as signing a handful of electronic documents. read more