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Selling my townhouse on Hilton Head Island while living in Connecticut could have been stressful, but David Hill made it easy. He was professional, friendly, and incredibly knowledgeable about the island and the real estate climate there. I especially appreciated how well-connected he was—he coordinated seamlessly with my property manager, lawyer and various contractors to facilitate a seamless sale and closing. I always felt confident everything was taken care of. I highly recommend David to anyone looking for a reliable and dedicated real estate agent.
Lee W.
Buying our new home with Debbie and Daniel was an unbelievably easy experience! Debbie went above and beyond to make sure every "i "was dotted and every "t" crossed. She and Daniel gave us great advice as to where to buy and who to get as our mortgage processor. A usually daunting experience was turned into a very easy and no stress experience. I HIGHLY recommend these very professional agents to anyone looking to buy a home in the Bluffton/HHI area. A business relationship has turned into a great friendship! Thanks Debbie and Daniel for our new home!!
PFLUG
“Paul worked real hard to sell our place when the time came he had to. He worked on our behalf to sell it. He was very easy to get a hold of any time I needed him. I would use him again.“
The Clark Family14 Queens Way Hilton Head Island, SC 29928
“Sabrina worked very hard for my wife and I. We bought our home remotely, and she helped us throughout the process. She was there for the final walk-through and inspection, and she took care of arranging and coordinating with local contractors. I highly recommend her if you need a realtor.”
Jeff Rosenblatt
Krista was our super-agent who showed us so many areas, properties and homes during our search. She was patient and thorough, never showing us anything she didn’t think was right for us: newly retired couple moving to the low country to find a great neighborhood. We wound up buying property to build our home and Krista has gone above and beyond following up after closing and helping us with the build. Service, great attitude and fun. Thanks so much! Would highly recommend Krista Wilson!
Mary LutesHilton Head Island
I became acquainted with Christina Forbis at Charter One through her marketing of listings in my neighborhood. After a phone call and meeting with Christina to discuss my wants and needs I was favorably impressed and knew I wanted to be working with her. All her suggestions to market my listing were made to put my home in the best possible light. While I may have sputtered to myself at times there is no doubt she is the expert! I felt my interests were her priority. She was available, always a source of support and expertise. I would highly recommend Christina Forbis as a professional realtor who will look out for your best interests.
Renee W.Hilton Head Island
Daniel & Debbie Cort were great to work with! We live out of state and were able to quickly find a condo on Hilton Head Island that met our needs for a great price. They used video chat for a walkthrough and very responsive to any questions. Highly recommended and will work with them for our next property!
“Very pleasant experience from start to finish. Very professional throughout the process. She is also helping us out in a big way even after the transaction has concluded. Highly recommended!”
Michael J. HayesSea Pines (Schooner Court)
We have executed multiple transactions with Andy as both buyers and sellers. He is, without question, the most thorough, well researched, and intelligent minds you will find in real estate, anywhere, not just in Sea Pines. He combines a conscientious, service-based style, with a keen business sense and impressive marketing skills. Any transaction we ever do will be with Andy Reed. If you’re smart, you will too.
Patrick S.Hilton Head Island
We started a search for Hilton Head properties a few months ago when we were connected to Daniel and Deb Cort. When I spoke to Daniel he listened to exactly what I was looking for and what I wanted to do. He offered up his suggestions as a friend would when helping you to make a decision. My wife and I immediately felt very comfortable with his tremendous knowledge of the Island and the best places to look. He was able to walk us through properties while we were in FL and his attention to detail was amazing as we bought a property without actually walking through it. We were able to do this because of the trust and faith we quickly put in him and his team. When we started the process of the offer and negotiation, his wife Deb took over and her attention to detail and follow up was AMAZING. Again, we were doing this from 4 hours away and needed someone to represent us as they would a family member. That is truly what they have become to us. We then got a number of suggestions from them on handymen and rental agents and they have all been spot on. I cant give enough of a 5 star rating here as I would love to give more. They treated us like family and when you are making a large purchase it can be overwhelming. They truly went the extra mile to do more than asked!
Connie & Terry MooreSea Pines (South Beach Villas)
We owned a Sea Pines townhouse and our desire was to sell that property and buy a single-family residence. We were introduced to Andy Reed and that turned out to be a huge positive as we were able to sell our townhouse in a few short weeks and later buy a residence that matched just what we were looking for. Andy and his team listened to our wishes and fulfilled our goal. They are extremely professional, know the local marketplace and easy to work with. We have made new friends.
“As my fiancé and I were looking to start the process of buying our first home together, we were lucky to have found Sabrina. Because we had a small window of time to find a home, we knew we needed someone who was knowledgeable about the housing market, dependable and had our best interest in mind. Sabrina truly did not disappoint and surpassed every expectation we had for a real estate agent. She took the time to sit down and explain everything and genuinely listened to the vision we had for our home. Not only is Sabrina professional and competent in her role, but she is also very charismatic, making all communication with her enjoyable. Overall, she is such a positive and fun person to work with, but so detail oriented at the same time - she doesn't miss a beat! I will definitely be recommending her to anyone in the need of an agent because I know they will be well taken care of.”
Satisfied ClientSeller - 5 Holly Grove Road, Berkeley Hall
Duke (especially with his background) and Linda have an excellent grasp of the condition of the real estate market in gated communities. Both Linda and Duke are responsive and provide frank information on the market and what should or should not be done to sell your property.
Joan & SteveSellers - Rose Dhu Creek Plantation
Steve and I are so happy that we selected Shelley and Gary to sell our home in Rose Dhu Creek Plantation. We have been married 50 years and over that period of time we have purchased and sold 17 homes. The process of buying and selling real estate is very familiar to us and it is without hesitation, that we can say that Gary and Shelley are the best, most professional and experienced agents we have ever met. When anyone was in our home, they were always in attendance to answer any questions and assure that showings and inspections were concluded with optimum results. They facilitated the process of moving far beyond what one should expect from real estate agents. We hired Shelley and Gary based on a recommendation from a neighbor and friend and so glad that we did.
Bill and Diane WattHilton Head Island
Christina did a fantastic job! She was professional, knowledgeable, and competent throughout the entire process of selling our home. Most importantly, she listened! She "heard" our expectations and offered realistic advice that resulted in a quick and successful sale. She was in constant contact during the sale and even graciously offered assistance on the purchase of our new home. She goes "above and beyond" for her clients. We thoroughly enjoyed working with her and recommend Christina to anyone considering the sale of their home.
Susan & PaulBuyers
What a team! Shelley and Gary really understood what we were looking for and guided us to find our home. They were extremely knowledgeable and aided us in every step of the buying process. They are invested in their clients and make sure that everything goes smoothly. I would highly recommend them to anyone who wants top rate service.
The Keuler Family
Michelle helped us sell our 1 bedroom condo on Hilton Head and was a joy to work with. She was extremely knowledgeable, thorough, tenacious and always professional. She guided us through every step of the process even anticipating our questions and needs. She followed through on every aspect of closing through an unexpected three day delay. We were not a large sale by Hilton Head standards, but we never felt like we were anything but a top priority for her. We would not hesitate for an instant to use Michelle again or to recommend her to anyone looking for a real estate professional in the Lowcountry.
Keith & AmyBuyers - Hampton Lake
Shelley and Gary were nothing but the utmost professional individuals from the moment we were introduced to them. We were referred to them through another agent with no first-hand knowledge of their track record. We could not have gotten any luckier, especially since we were purchasing through a builder and almost decided not to use an agent. Shelley and Gary were patient, consultative and two people we could rely on through an extremely unpleasant homebuilding experience. They remained a calming force when we were issued threats of contract cancellation by the builder to continued shared disappointment and empathy in a process that conversations often included "We've never seen/dealt with anything like this". They endured our frustration with a patient ear while dealing with their own challenges dealing with a builder whose communication was terrible at best, and on more than one occasion inconsistent and untrustworthy. Shelley and Gary are two agents who work for every penny they earn through honest communication and a dedication to their client's best interests. We are so very fortunate to have been introduced to them and even more so to have put our trust in them to help our family with our home buying/building process. As someone who has spent the last 25+ years in the housing finance industry and understands many of the obstacles and complexities homebuyers endure, I can truly say that having Shelley and Gary on our side is something our family will always be thankful for. They are not only our realtors and trusted advisors but two wonderful people we can call our friends.
Teresa WeberBluffton Park - Buyer
Let me start by saying that we have bought and sold many houses over the years and it has never been what I would call an enjoyable experience. Krista Wilson changed that experience. She was competent and supportive throughout the whole process. We found her by chance as we were in the early stages of our search. She guided us through this with patience. There were no high pressure tactics and she allowed us the time to consider our next steps. I appreciated the fact that she gave us space that we needed to feel comfortable in our decisions. Krista was responsive and handled all issues with the sellers competently. She somehow managed to find resolutions where everyone agreeably walked away from the table. This will probably be the last house we buy in our lifetime and the only downside I can see to this is that we won't have the opportunity to spend more time with Krista. She's a gem!
Al and DianaHilton Head Island
We can't thank you enough for all your hard work, patience & professionalism in helping us finally find the perfect home for our next stage of life. Your expertise in the HHI real estate market is extraordinary & it shows. Working through the searching stage, to the offer & contract, inspection to closing, we knew we had chosen the perfect man for the job. You patiently walked us through every stage, & we can't thank you enough, Andy [Twisdale], & will certainly recommend you in the future. YOU'RE THE BEST
Timothy Clutter
“This guy Ethan James is the best real estate agent in the entire world if you need a house, he'll find it!! If you want to sell your house, he'll sell it for you! GO Ethan you really rock”
Jonathan McFaddenHilton Head Lakes - Buyer
I purchased a beautiful home in South Carolina and it wouldn't have been possible without Krista's help. She's amazing!! Super insightful, a joy to work with and made an experience I was dreading, a fun time. I feel like I have the best Realtor in SC and a new friend.
Deborah WellsHilton Head Island
Monica has helped us with two real estate transactions and we consider her the best on the island. She’s efficient, honest, never pushy, and fun to work with.
Jan and Chuck Kreitler
My husband Chuck and I decided to build a new home at Belfair. Given that the new home was supposed to be completed by the Fall of 2020, we had to select a realtor to sell our existing home at 45 Newberry Court. The decision was a pretty easy one as we had many friends who highly recommended that we use Diana Sroufe. Diana lives at Belfair and knows the real estate market inside and out. She recommended that we put the house on the market in the first quarter of 2020, about 6 months prior to completion of the new home. From the start, Diana worked tirelessly to help us prepare our home for sale and we had quite a bit of interest early on, including a few offers, none of which panned out. Then Covid hit and put an abrupt halt to the all-important spring selling season. Throughout this time, Diana continued to market our home and to provide positive encouragement that with patience our home would sell. As soon as the Fall hit, the real estate market took off with a vengeance. Diana became super busy with many listings, but she still made us feel that our home was the one she had listed. We finally accepted an offer in October and Diana was with us right through closing in November. We have been thrilled with Diana’s knowledge of the real estate industry and her professionalism throughout the real estate transaction process. She is also a fellow golfer and a friend. We can’t imagine using any other realtor to represent us if/when we decide to enter the real estate market in the future.
Chariton A.
We are so grateful for Debbie! Her patience and positive energy turned what can be a stressful process into a joyful experience! She really cares about her clients and delivers amazing results. Her friendly approach and expert guidance made all the difference. She listened to everything we wanted, guided us with smile, and found us the perfect home! Highly recommend her to anyone buying or selling! Debbie is simply the best!
Tim and Sandy DorionHilton Head Island
We had an amazing experience with Christina! From our first meeting, she was professional and easy to communicate with. You can tell that she is a real "go getter"! She worked so hard with us and provided great advice and feedback from start to finish. Selling a home during this Covid-19 pandemic was uncharted territory for all of us and she kept us grounded and got the job done in less than a month from list to close. You won't be disappointed with Christina, she is the real deal!
Scott3876 Oyster Bluff Blvd, Beaufort
“Ethan did an outstanding job assisting us with the purchase of our new home. Since we weren’t familiar with the area, his local expertise was both valuable and greatly appreciated. He was consistently responsive and guided us through every aspect of the process—especially impressive given that much of the transaction was handled remotely. Ethan went above and beyond during the closing process. He and his team maintained clear and constant communication, keeping us informed every step of the way. He offered thoughtful advice and recommendations we wouldn’t have considered on our own. Ethan was friendly, professional, and accommodating throughout. He even took the time to provide helpful referrals for landscaping, handyman, and contracting services—an added bonus that made settling in much easier. We’re truly grateful for his support and highly recommend his services.”
Sellers of 17 Mahalo LaneBluffton, SC
Matt and Kara are an amazing team. They took care of all the small details through the prospecting stages from dinner recommendations to making sure the homes we saw were the ones that fit our checklist. Once we were under contract Matt and Kara handled the negotiations with the sellers with pure class. 10 out 10 experience working with the Raehn team.
30 Wimbledon, The Links Villas - Christina and Peter (7B THE LINKS VILLAS)
“Sabrina was just fantastic in helping us find our second home in Hilton Head. She helped us find the perfect villa, guided us in making an offer, recommended all the necessary people to purchase the home and was our eyes and ears at the closing. She is very knowledgeable of the market and easy to work with - we recommend her without any hesitation to anyone looking to buy or sell a home in the Hilton Head area.”
Alan MendelsonHilton Head Island
When we decided to sell our townhouse we interviewed a number of realtors. We were most impressed with the presentation and professional approach of the Reed team. Most important to us was the way they kept us informed of progress and market conditions on a regular basis. They worked aggressively on our behalf and sold our property for what we felt was a fair and reasonable price.