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Mark and Janet W. - Buyers of 17 Sam's Point Ln - February 2024
Drew just helped us buy a home and we are still speaking of his and his team’s professionalism and his ability to listen and put our interests first. We were clearly not just a “commission check.” He was available and extremely knowledgeable about SC real estate. We would ask for his help again in the future and have already recommended him to family and friends.
Eric V.Prospective Lowcountry Buyer
"My family and I were considering relocating to Bluffton, SC, to be closer to some of our relatives. Through Suburban Jungle, we were connected with Matt and Kara, and from our very first interaction, it was clear we were in excellent hands. Matt's professionalism, honesty, and deep knowledge of the Bluffton area were evident right away.He provided us with thoughtfully curated listings that perfectly aligned with both our needs and preferences, giving us a clear understanding of what the area had to offer. When we visited and met in person, Matt went above and beyond, dedicating several hours to show us around the community, highlighting homes on the market, and sharing his insider knowledge about the local school system and the town as a whole.The entire experience was seamless, informative, and genuinely welcoming. Matt's attention to detail and ability to make us feel at ease throughout the process were truly remarkable. If you're in the market for a home in Bluffton, I wholeheartedly recommend Matt and his team. You won't be disappointed!"
Sarah and JonSpring Island Buyers
It was serendipity that brought us together with Marisa as we began our exploration of the Lowcountry and Bluffton area, in general. And it all blossomed from there.
Marisa is fun and friendly, which make long days of touring communities and houses a whole lot more enjoyable. And she is extremely knowledgeable about the area and the process. We truly enjoyed her approach of introducing us first to the communities and helping us narrow down the list of choices to a much more manageable subset. She took the time to get to know us and try to understand how we described our likes and wants, so she could help us to first identify the community that is right for us. And she explained why this is an important step in the process. Because we were coming in from out of town, she did a very nice job of being our “boots on the ground“.
Marisa is also very professional and helped us through the entire home buying process. As others have noted, her service and care extended beyond signing the contract, as she helped us with utilities, with ideas about where to purchase furniture, etc. We are pleased to call Marisa a friend, now, and highly recommend her.
Tom is a true professional. Great knowledge of the local market. Kept us informed every step of the way. Was a big part of why our house sold for above asking price in just one day.
Alejandro and Marisol NateraHilton Head Island
We had the pleasure to work with Drew recently, representing us in two real estate transactions, buying and selling. Drew made these transactions completely uneventful and extremely easy. We liked his communication style and sense of urgency. We described to him the characteristics of the property we were looking for and he provided a package with valuable detailed information for us to evaluate the properties during the showings. We were able to make our decision immediately after the showings. Based on our experience, Drew cares genuinely about his customers. He is very professional, experienced, and trustworthy. We will definitely work with Drew on our next real estate transaction and we highly recommend him to anyone.
Jay MinicucciHilton Head Island
Brad Wilson made the experience of selling my parents' home not only easy, but very successful as well. We relied on his expertise, honesty, experience and incredible staff, particularly since we are not South Carolina residents. I am so happy to have chosen Brad as our Realtor and hightly recommend him to anyone who is buying or selling in the Hilton Head Island Area.
Jillian and Damon Burton & Jo Ann Lyons Hilton Head Island
We recently purchased a home in Hilton Head Island. We are moving from out of state so that presented its own set of problems. The transaction couldn’t have gone smoother. Let me start by saying we have bought and sold several properties and normally don’t use a realtor. When we purchase our next few rentals on the island we will absolutely use Christina Forbis. She thought of everything, she was responsive, kind, genuine, honest, and upfront. She knows how to do her job and then exceeds your expectations. You are in good hands if you choose Christina as your realtor. Her knowledge of the area is priceless.
“Exceptionally responsive and handled a challenging timeline well. Helped us find the ideal investment property for our needs/budget. Went above and beyond to help navigate our purchase fully remote; from virtual tour, to inspections, to closing. Excellent for those from the northeast looking for investment properties in the Hilton Head area and understanding the differences in real estate transactions in SC vs. NY/NJ. Highly recommended!”
Debbie DionBluffton Buyer
Hi Marisa, I want you to know how much we appreciate everything you and Dianna have done for us to help our daughter Stacy relocate to Bluffton. There was an instant connection the minute we walked into 280 and both of you greeted us. Then there was the fact that all of us really fell in love with the house and all the decorating. Yesterday was wonderful Marisa. I cannot begin to tell you how much it meant to us to meet the owners and get to know them. Quite frankly, it’s almost like this was meant to be. They’re wonderful people and I prayed for them last night because I sensed the worry around David’s heart condition. Your job must be so rewarding when people connect the way we all did yesterday. It was truly lovely. It’s been a pleasure working with you and I hope our paths cross again in the future. We will want to have you over once Stacy has moved in.
Rich and Helen HHilton Head Island
"We all know the stress involved when selling or buying real estate and Brad [Wilson] has the ability to make all involved feel save and secure with one of the largest financial transactions of their life. His knowledge, and marketing and negotiation skills are superior to anyone I have ever experienced in the real estate industry. We were able to sell our house within a very short period of time for almost the full asking price and in this economy that is quite an accomplishment."
Linda was fantastic - knowledgeable, very responsive and very professional. She made finding our dream home and selling our current vacation home an absolute breeze.
Nancy StallPalmetto Dunes
Andy Reed and his highly qualified team provided comprehensive and stellar service in the listing and sale of our condo. Attention was paid to every detail beyond what might normally be expected. As an out of state seller, we needed Andy's extensive experience in completing state specific documents and in anticipating various steps in the sale process. They facilitated repairs and followed through to completion. Over communication is key in these types of deals and they did just that. I never had to wonder what the status of showings past, present or future. We are beyond pleased and couldn't be happier with their professionalism and effort across the board. Would highly recommend!!!
Tom & Betty JoColleton River Buyers
We are so excited about our move to Colleton River. Thank you so much for your guidance and knowledge of the Bluffton area to get us across the finish line.
The RogersSellers
Gary and Shelley were excellent agents for us. Shelley always responded to my questions right away. I could talk to her about any questions or concerns I had at any time. She is very professional and knows her job but also very friendly and caring. She is always on top of everything. We felt like someone was looking out for our interests. We feel like we made two new friends Gary and Shelley. If we ever come back to this area, we would definitely use their services again and would recommend them highly to our friends. I feel so lucky we found them to be our agents.
Mark BlythePort Royal, SC
Alec Smith knows the area and market very well. He went above and beyond to help us price our house appropriately and sell quickly. He was there for every step of the process and answered all of our questions from listing to closing. We highly recommend him.
Paul & Deirdre HewettHilton Head Island
Our introduction to Cristina was through the purchase of our new home in Port Royal, in which she represented the sellers of the house we ended up buying. We agreed to a dual agent relationship whereby she handled both sides of the transaction. Admittedly, we had some concerns about conflicts of interest but those were quickly allayed as she handled matters like a true pro. We never felt like we were being played off against the other side, and that all negotiated points were balanced with an aim to closing the deal. We had confidence in her ability to represent our interests fairly and genuinely throughout a process that went smoothly and with hardly any issues. Even after the closing, Christina continues to be a resource. As we are new to the HHI community, she’s provided valuable information that has enabled us to transition easily into our new home. We stay in contact with her on a regular basis and she’s always available to take our call. We consider her a friend and are very fortunate to have her counsel and assistance as needed.
Sellers of 1106 Harbour South VillasHilton Head Island
The DELCHER team is one of the best in The Hilton Head/Bluffton area. When they listed our townhome, we were anxious for it to sell. Their on-point marketing, availability for questions, business acumen, and professionalism were the keys to selling our home in 2 weeks! They guided us through the process step by step and reassured us when we needed it.
Dawn M.Bluffton
We couldn’t have asked for a better team to work with in both selling our house and closing on a new, downsized home. Incredibly responsive and organized from day 1 - we truly felt like they were on our team, working hand in hand with us to find the best overall situation for our family. We would definitely work with the Corts again, and we would recommend them to anyone searching for a home or selling a home in the Bluffton area.
Tom S. – Seller of 32 Millwright Drive – August 2024
Drew's expertise in the Hilton Head market led us to Windmill Harbour several years ago, and so when it came time to sell, we never hesitated to put our home in his hands. From the beginning, Drew led the effort. He sat us down and provided sound advice on price in the current marketplace. Drew brought in a stager to present the home in the best light possible, and then produced a breathtaking brochure. He worked tirelessly to get us 30 showings and several offers in this tight market. He followed up with buyer agents as well as my wife and me on a constant basis. Drew and his staff went above and beyond our already high expectations, and in the end, we closed seven weeks after we listed with an all- cash sale.
Dottie Martin
"Julianne has been such a blessing to my grandson & myself through the entire process. I initially contacted her with a million questions about selling and what the market was doing plus some about how to handle an inheritance situation. She walked us through it all, questions and then from the listing to closing. I was overwhelmed by 20+ years of "stuff" and "treasures". If I hit a road block, I could call and she was able to get me back on the correct timeline. She was exceptional from beginning to end. If I were to move back to that area she would be one of the first people I would call."
Brett T.Bluffton
Working with Debbie Cort was absolutely seamless and perfect. Our Family needed to relocate to the area from Florida and we had no idea where to start looking for our new home. My wife sent an email regarding a property we might be interested in and Debbie responded immediately! We shared our lifestyle and current type of home we owned to help Debbie show us the best neighborhood to suit us in the shortest time frame. After 2-3 trips from Florida to look at our home buying options we landed on a beautiful home in Bluffton with the amenities that were exactly to our needs! Without Debbie Cort we wouldn't have been able to make our move happen so smooth. And we have built a great friendship along the way. Debbie puts her heart and soul into the entire process. And was always available for any questions that came up. Thanks Debbie and Dan!
Ivan G.Buyer
Daniel and Debbie recently helped us buy a new home in Hilton Head, SC. They’re an amazing team! Highly recommend!!
Westin CSavannah, GA
Hannah is great to work with. She is very knowledgeable of the market, whether you are purchasing or selling she looks out for her clients.
John & Simone (New Britain, CT / Bluffton, SC)
After renting a winter getaway home in the low country for six years, we decided to take the plunge and purchase a vacation home. We started our search on the internet, and the very first listing we liked happened to be listed by Rich Reed with Charter One Realty. This introduction led to us signing on with Rich to guide our search, and was a stroke of good fortune, for Rich is one of the leading brokers in the entire region and knows the markets first-hand. This in-depth knowledge, coupled with his extensive experience in putting deals together, served us well, as the property we kept coming back to presented us with some challenges. It was on a beautiful lot with scenic views and had appealing architecture, but it suffered from deferred maintenance and outdated interior finishes which we needed to reflect in our offer. Rich was particularly helpful with his many local contacts who helped us with various cost estimates, and he also kept our negotiations on track with the seller. His deal-making expertise proved invaluable as we came to know more about the property’s needs than the seller, which led to some protracted negotiations. In the end Rich’s patience, persistence, and skill got us over the goal line. As we worked with Rich it became evident that he understood where we were coming from, and what was most important to us, and he focused on our priorities to get the deal done. We highly recommend Rich Reed for any low country real estate requirements.
Tom & CathyBuyers - Sun City
The Elliott Team is impeccable in their extensive real estate knowledge and are consummate, skilled professionals. Without their invaluable help, we would not have found the perfect home. In addition to the unwavering attention they gave us, friends who were visiting us became interested in the area and wanted to investigate options. The result of the Elliott's efforts to accommodate our friend's limited schedule and stay, was quite simply, extraordinary. Our friends also found a wonderful house due to the Elliott’s focused action. We are grateful to have our friends here and also to say thank you, once again, for Shelley and Gary Elliott's incredible efforts.
Nelson ReyesOld Town Bluffton Buyer
"My wife and I recently had the great pleasure of working with Matt & Kara Raehn. From the moment we met Matt we knew that we would become partners in the search for our retirement home. His knowledge of the area and his expertise as a professional realtor truly made for a wonderful experience. We purchased our new home after seeing 3 homes. Matt was always there to answer questions or with suggestions; he went above and beyond our expectations. There is an old saying that says: "PEOPLE LIKE DOING BUSINESS WITH PEOPLE THEY LIKE" We like Matt, he truly is a pleasure to work with. Thank you Matt & Kara Raehn for introducing us to Bluffton!"
Larry and Donna Toebbe, Bluffton, SC
Donna & I would like to thank you for the professionalism you provided to us in buying our new home. You were there every step of the way and your insights helped us tremendously. Your knowledge of the local market made our house hunting more enjoyable and stress free. I would strongly recommend to anyone looking to buy a home to utilize your services. Thanks again!!!”
Alan R.Seller
Chip helped us sell our home and we could not recommend him highly enough. Clearly knows the local market and all the relevant players which was a huge advantage for us. And he always went above and beyond helping us as out of town owners -- even something as menial as moving furniture in/out of storage he was more than willing to help us with himself. We also had a great experience with the rest of the team getting the marketing materials prepared and published in really short order. Give Chip a call if you need help buying or selling a home!
Julie BergSea Pines Buyer
"Matt & Kara were fantastic to work with from the day we met virtually to discuss our needs and wants in purchasing a vacation home. Southern hospitality at its finest! They listened well and were intuitive in picking up on what was really important to us even if we didn't explicitly communicate it. They were responsive to our questions and patient with our decision-making process. And yes, they found us the perfect fit! We were impressed with how smooth the purchasing process was which made us feel even more confident that we made the right choice -- with the home and Matt & Kara as our agents. We appreciate the personal connection we made and now beyond the real estate transaction, consider them friends. We are grateful for their expertise in making our dream a reality!"
“Sabrina’s not just a great Hilton Head realtor, she’s a super-fantastic one! Sort of like a one-person welcome committee, providing useful tips and advice for what a newcomer needs to know about the housing market, specific homes and the local area. She treated my husband and I as if we were her ONLY clients. She made time for us. She got to know us and our housing preferences. And she sold us the house of our dreams in a very short period of time. But she didn’t stop there. She helped us secure temporary housing prior to our closing. She recommended great trades people, landscaper, cleaner, attorney and even restaurants. She also recommended a mover to the seller when they couldn’t find one that met our deadline. In short, Sabrina goes above and beyond, is passionate about what she does and, most of all, is someone who cares.”