We had been searching for property in Arkansas for several years and had submitted multiple offers…read morethat ultimately didn't work out. Based on those experiences, we decided to engage a buyer's agent to help with local insight, coordination, and navigating negotiations--one of the best decisions we made.
Ahead of a planned visit, I reached out to Weichert Realtors | Market Edge and connected with Melissa Collins. She quickly got up to speed on what we were (and weren't) looking for, did extensive research, and helped refine our list. Before we even arrived, she had coordinated with all of the listing agents and mapped out an efficient route for showings.
Melissa brought Josie Villines along on day one, knowing she would be traveling, and thoughtfully ensured we had continuity by introducing us in person. That level of planning and care carried through the entire experience.
Both Melissa and Josie spent a full day with us, driving across Northwest Arkansas and walking a variety of rural properties. They were personable, patient, and genuinely focused on understanding our preferences--adjusting along the way as we reacted to what we were seeing. Even after hours, Josie was more than willing to continue showing properties and made sure we felt supported the entire time.
That evening, after a full day of viewings, Josie even shared helpful local recommendations as we headed back to our Airbnb. Over dinner, we came across a new listing that caught our attention, and Josie immediately offered to meet us there the following morning. That property turned out to be "the one."
From there, Josie handled everything--coordinating the offer, navigating negotiations, and managing the process seamlessly. The transaction moved quickly and smoothly, and we felt informed and confident every step of the way.
I also have to mention that Josie did all of this while eight months pregnant--and continued to keep things moving even after her baby arrived during our closing process. Her dedication, responsiveness, and commitment to her clients are truly exceptional.
We highly recommend both Josie Villines and Melissa Collins. They are knowledgeable, savvy, and genuinely care about their clients. Josie, in particular, went above and beyond for us--we are incredibly grateful for her partnership in finding and closing on our property.