The RAREnorthwest team are amazing! They made my first home search and purchase in Seattle a breeze…read morefrom start to finish. Rachel, Stella, and Brandi were attentive, responsive, and supportive throughout the entire process answering every question and keeping the process moving for a quick turn around. If you're looking to buy in the Seattle area, I can't recommend them enough!

My wife and I bought two homes with this team and were completely satisfied both times. Tori,…read moreRachel, and Trish are great at what they do. They take the time to understand your needs and style, and they work hard to find the right home for your family. They're easy to work with and bring experience and insight you can count on. I highly recommend them.

Get Happy at Home made the entire house buying experience a joyful and supremely positive…read moreexperience! Our first meeting with Matt, we spent over 90 minutes talking about our wants, needs, and preferences. He also walked us through their entire process, from our first tour through closing. From there, we had the chance to meet the team, and every single person over there is incredible. Ryan is like John D. Rockefeller fused with the Terminator (this is a compliment Ryan, I promise!) - he can spot issues and pain points in a house at a glance, and will literally leave no stone unturned to ensure things are up to code and built the way they're supposed to be (we watched him crawl into the smallest crawl space imaginable to check the insulation of a house once, I was shook). Karl is the most visionary man I've ever met, on several tours he painted a picture of all the ways we could modify a house to meet our preferences. I'm not talking about "hang a painting here", Karl would open his bid with "tear this half of the house down and rebuild it this way", and it was phenomenal. What I would give to pay a visit to his imagination. Matt is a force of nature. On any given day, he's juggling 5 of the craziest conversations and deals you can imagine, and HE has THEM all on the back foot. Matt knows the entire area and real estate market like the back of his hand, and always gave it to us straight as to what we were looking at. We certainly would not have found our dream house without his expertise, promptness, initiative, and professionalism. And of course there's Marta, who holds the whole operation together. What would we have done without her guidance in scheduling our tours and the weekly updates on our progress all the way up to and even after our closing! Two particular experiences stand out to me: On one house we were considering, we went back to visit at night to get a feel for the after-sun atmosphere. While we were there, Karl walked us through all the things about the house we might like or dislike, how we'd change them, and generally how the value of the house stood up to the asking price. We spent over an hour together that evening just chatting like old friends, and by the end of it, we determined that the house wasn't the one for us after all. In another instance, we toured a house that we were SURE was the one, so we went back in the evening with Ryan to look at it again. During that conversation, Ryan didn't try to convince us to make an offer or to walk away, he simply asked us questions. The one that got us was "let's pretend we were sitting in this house 5 or 10 years from now. Is it everything you need and want?". Walking through that exercise made us realize that the house was great for a childless couple, but perhaps not so once little ones become a factor. This was something we completely glossed over as we got caught up in the excitement of the house, and thanks to Ryan, we made the right choice to pass. In the end, we ended up buying the house of our dreams, a new build in the neighborhood we wanted with all of the things we were looking for. There's no way we would have ended up here without the entire team's expertise and willingness to endure a temporary "no" for the right "yes". I could not have asked for a better team to partner with for this search, and now we're happily in our dream house :) I would recommend GHAH 1000 times in a row, this whole team kicks serious ass.

Matt, Ryan, and Martha are the best team you could ask for! We sold our townhome with the team, and…read morenot only did they make the end-to-end process seem effortless for us - from strategizing to comp analysis to repairs to staging to open homes to closing in a "we've seen much better days market" - but they also managed to make it fun! Deep insights, industry knowledge, flawless execution, prompt updates, killer sense of humor - best team and the absolute best humans to work with!

Working with Matthew Chapman at Windermere to buy a home in Bellevue was a great experience from…read morestart to finish. We wanted to buy a bigger home as we grew our family, and Matthew took the time to really understand our goals and what was important to us. We felt supported and informed throughout the entire process and trusted Matthew to keep our priorities in mind. Matthew was patient and always in our corner throughout the search until we finally found the right home. He also went above and beyond after we moved in. When we ran into a few issues with the house, including a toilet leak and a roof vent leak, he promptly recommended reliable vendors to help us get them addressed. Overall, we had a great experience working with Matthew and highly recommend him for any real estate needs.

We would strongly recommend Matt to our friends and family in the area…read more We met with several realtors before choosing to work with Matthew to sell our home in Bellevue, WA. Matt wasn't the lowest rate, the highest sale volume, nor did he cite a substantially higher sale price. But his recommendations on prep/staging/marketing; his full-service, detailed, and organized approach; and our ability to speak honestly about expectations really stood out. We also appreciated that he recommended ways to highlight the unique touches in the home, rather than (literally) whitewashing everything as some other realtors advised. His approach magnified the things we loved about the home and the care we put into maintaining and improving it. We were out-of-state during the majority of the sale, and relied on Matt and his team very heavily for sale preparation. He made proposals, got quotes, and oversaw work. Matt was upfront about whether he thought each suggested improvement would pay for itself, and actively advised against changes other realtors had suggested that he didn't think were worth it. He was always clear that it was our decision and also happily accommodated us doing some of the work ourselves. Because of his and his team's diligence we were able to hit our target list date, with a house that was shown in its best light. The local market had become more uncertain: markets were softening and a similar house down the street was sitting on the market after weeks, despite a price drop. We adjusted our intended list price (still within his initial range) and our expectations, but Matt remained confident in the home and how it would show. We got an under-asking offer early, and Matt went into overdrive to solicit additional offers. Ultimately we got a very attractive at-list-price offer, the house went pending within a week of listing, and we had a very smooth closing experience. There's always luck involved, but we expect that with most other realtors it would have more work for us to get the house on the market and the sale price would have been lower.

Geoff was an exceptional realtor to work with. He is punctual, efficient, and, most importantly,…read morecompletely honest. He's a straight shooter who isn't afraid to give you the hard truth about a property rather than telling you what you want to hear. I truly appreciated his direct approach and professional integrity throughout the process.

I worked with Geoff to buy my first home in Seattle. Geoff wasn't fazed by my desire for a longer…read moreslower search. While searching for the right home Geoff was candid and informative but also made me feel empowered to make the decision. He helped me understand the different aspects of each property we looked at and find the right home for me. Geoff ensured the buying and closing process went smoothly and connected me with people to help with the post-move-in work of making the house a home. Highly recommend Geoff to anyone looking for a realtor.

We bought our house in late October from across the country, and Kelley was nothing short of…read moreamazingly helpful. She gave us the low-down on regions of Seattle to look at based on our living style/interest, she communicated quickly and often when we had questions or asked for advice, she helped answer questions about the buying process, and overall, she jumped at any chance to be helpful. You can tell she really enjoys helping people. Now it's December, we've had the house for a few months, and she *still* checks in to see how things are going every so often. Kelley was recommended to us by a friend and we intend to recommend her to any of our own friends who want to look in the area -- we couldn't be happier with our experience!!

My husband and I bought a house with Kelley and Alex recently and it was the best decision ever. We…read morewere first time home buyers and they took the time to educate us on the process and advised us each step of the way. They always acted quickly to schedule house tours which is crucial in this market! Aside from being experts in RE and the Seattle area market, they are also super friendly, professional, and patient. Dream team! I would absolutely work with them again in the future.

Buying or selling a home can be stressful. Michael Piccolo is the best path for either. Consider…read morethat online realty websites can lag or miscalculate value. Michael provides CLARITY given his real-time KNOWLEGE of the current market as well as a keen eye regarding home worth. His GUIDANCE delivers positive results. Whether selling or buying, a lot has to happen. Michael Piccolo is someone you can TRUST throughout the process. I am very thankful he is my realtor. Highly recommended. -- Carl in Bothell, WA

I had the pleasure of working with Michael Piccolo on a recent real estate transaction in Issaquah,…read moreWA and couldn't be more impressed! Michael went above and beyond for his clients. Michael has in depth knowledge of the market and has attention to detail. His communication skills shined throughout the transaction. Homebuyers and sellers in the Greater Seattle area should reach out to Michael for all real estate needs.

If you're looking for real estate agents with decades of experience in Seattle who go the extra…read moremile to communicate, provide amazing service, and provide incredible knowledge of the Seattle real estate market- definitely connect with Team Diva. When you're moving to a new area it can be confusing trying to figure out which neighborhood to live in, contractors to help you with repairs. Kim and Chavi are incredibly well connected and help their clients thrive in their homes long after closing day. Team Diva also has such a commitment to educating and empowering their clients with information- so nothing is confusing or overwhelming. Kim, Chavi, Roy, Michael, and Rocky are knowledgable, trustworthy, and deeply know Seattle neighborhoods.When it comes to giving back Team Diva goes hard for the local LGBTQ community. When you buy or sell a house with Team Diva you end up a part of this incredible community.

Outstanding and would highly recommend Kim and Team Diva!…read more I always thought I would be the one to sell my uncle's gorgeous Capitol Hill condo, but life took me away from my hometown. I used to sell real estate in King County but moved away, so it was important for me to find the right team I could trust to serve my family. I had known of Kim and Team Diva, as I had always admired their videos and marketing and follow her on social media, but didn't know her too well. It was a leap of faith when I referred my family to her, and it was such a positive experience that it just brought me closer to Kim and Chavi. My uncle was ill and his sister, my aunt, stepped in to assist him sell his Seattle condo. I can't imagine it was an easy process for the real estate team, but they were SO patient, loving and kind with my family. The condo was staged beautifully and they took some AMAZING photos and videos. Honestly, that condo looked so incredible, I wished I could have bought it! They did a fantastic job working with my family and treating them with so much respect. I received glowing emails from my aunt about the process and we were all pleased with the outcome of the sale of this family home. I'll continue to put my trust in Kim and the team and will refer others to them.

Veronica is amazing!! From the very beginning, we felt a…read morehigh degree of trust in Veronica. She gave us honest, data-backed insight and always made us feel that we had a clear understanding of the market, our options, and what made the most sense for us. As out-of-state sellers, Veronica truly made the entire process as easy as it could be. From connecting us with a concierge service to take care of the necessary repairs and upgrades to get the house ready to sell, to being incredibly responsive and accountable throughout the process, she made sure we had the right information at the right time and knew what steps we needed to take. Our actual sales process ended up being tougher than we anticipated, in what was a challenging market. Veronica was truly incredible throughout it all -- patient, persistent, and tenacious, while always keeping us grounded in what the data was telling us. We were so grateful to have access to her knowledge, network, and experience, and to have someone we trusted so completely in our corner. We truly could not have done it without her, and would recommend Veronica without hesitation.

I got referred from my friend and Veronica is indeed the best! She has such a chill vibe that you…read morewon't feel pressure, if you're just still lurking around in the market it would be a perfect choice for you!

We've had the pleasure of working with David for over four years, and he has consistently exceeded…read moreour expectations as a property manager. He replies to messages within minutes, making communication effortless. When it came time to list our property, we simply sent an email, and within a few days the lease was signed with a qualified tenant. It was truly a hands-free experience. David is very knowledgeable about the local rental market, pricing properties competitively. He conducts thorough background checks to ensure reliable, responsible tenants are placed. When maintenance issues arise, he addresses them promptly and professionally, never leaving anything unresolved. He's also built a trusted team of maintenance specialists and contractors who are experts in their respective fields. We recommend him highly.

David has been our property manager for over 4 years, and he's been professional, efficient, and…read moreresponsive. To be transparent, we are property owners, so this review is from the owner's point of view. Having said that, he's been proactive in making sure the rental house is in a good shape, including regular annual maintenance. This is to ensure tenants get what they pay for. One thing David really stands out is his responsiveness and timely communications. Tips: believe it or not, best way to contact him is via email. He'll call me as soon as he's available whenever I ask him to call me via email. His email responses are mostly cryptic and straight to the point, and some folks may take that differently. But for us, we like his cut-to-the-chase, no-nonsense style. Believe us, we have had a different property manager before, and he may seem courteous, but his responsiveness and professionalism are not even close to David's.