My journey started on a whim - what was my current home worth? I reached out to Christie and she was able to get me accurate comparables for the area which helped me make one of the biggest decisions of my life - to sell my home of 13 years and buy a new one. Christie was there every step of the way from sending me homes to browse online, texting me with ideas, listening to all of my wants and dislikes in order to recommend homes which would be perfect for me, all the way to hand holding me through the entire buying process. She is knowledgeable about the area, has an amazing amount of experience regarding the quality of a home (from building materials, noticing all of the imperfections, all the way to helping determine worth of the home I was interested in), was very patient and always available. I was blown away at how she took care of everything, even talking me off the ledge when I thought I would lose my mind over the overwhelming process. She breaks things down into the simplest of terms and wouldn't let me buy something unsafe or unsuitable. She was there for me, not the seller, and made sure I was completely taken care of from the moment I started looking to the day I put the key in the door of my new home. She followed up on every question I had and even helped me find a contractor to help me make changes once I purchased the home. I cannot speak highly enough of Christie, there is no way to put into words how much she did or the value of her assistance. I would recommend her to anyone looking to buy or sell a home. She is simply the most amazing person and realtor to work with! read more

Well, since yelp keeps prompting each time I log in to review myself, here it goes! As your agent I will strive to give you good direction for where you're trying to go. Honesty is my policy. Even if that means we're shopping a little longer to find the right home for you, I am good with that. I tell people my job is really to make friends and then look out for their best interests. That is how I look at it and love helping people. Strengths include- relocations, first time buyers, new home purchase/building representation, knowledge of programs to make home buying affordable, full team of administrative support to ensure you always get the attention you deserve, over 790 hours of education in the real estate field with hundreds of hours in negotiations training. Areas of opportunity- I believe in casual work attire- you may never see me in a suit. I will scream should we encounter any bugs, spiders, snakes or varmints during our adventures. My sense of direction is non-existent, I will always have navigation on. If you ride with me, I have a mom ride, muffin remnants may exist on backseat cup holders at times. During long jaunts of house hunting I forget to offer food or bathroom breaks because I'm focused on finding just the right place. Some users have found sarcasm in my communications ;). If you're scoping out yelp for realtors, know that you can see other reviews to on Zillow.com, trulia.com, realtor.com and even on business Facebook pages. Or if you want to save time, just call me and I'll gladly help. read more

Working with Christie was an absolute amazing experience. As first time home buyers, it seemed such a daunting task to even think about purchasing a home over 3 hours from where we were living, while also having to relocate our two small daughters, let alone putting my husband in charge of everything since I was in my final semester of dental school and trying to graduate. We had only one weekend where I could get away to come look at homes and Christie set aside her weekend and time with her family to show us those homes. She took extra care to really get to know me, insisting on driving me around to the homes we were looking at in order to get to talk with me and gain a feel for who I really was and what I really wanted so she could factor that in to my husband's feedback. With her help and guidance, our home buying experience went along with hardly a hitch and we are now in an area and a home that we absolutely love. She's a fierce negotiator and puts a firm foot down to really argue for her clients and their wishes and makes herself so available to her clients- even answering random anxiety-ridden text messages in late evening hours. There aren't enough positive things our little family can say about Christie. read more

Let me just say when we got Christie Gilliam as our realtor, we got the BEST REALTOR IN TEXAS. We decided to move from VA back to Texas, so we contact Christie. She made us feel so comfortable from the first time we meet her. She is honest, friendly, knowledgeable and patient with use. She never made us feel like we had to decide right now. She sat with us and asked us what are likes and dislikes are in each home. She listened to us and found us the perfect home. Not only did she find us the perfect home, she did all the walk thru prior to closing and the final walk thru, this is how much we trusted her. She sent pics and face timed us showing us flaws/problems in the house prior to closing, things that I wouldn't even have noticed, but she is very detailed. She did our closing in Texas, which with her help went smoothly. Christie never made us feel like we were just a client to her. She was always smiling and talked to us like she knew us forever. We will never be able to express the thank you to her for helping us find the perfect house in Texas. She is the only realtor I would deal with and would highly recommend in Texas! read more

We had an amazing experience working with Christie and her team. We were out of state and needed to find a house quickly, so we were relying on her a lot - and she went above and beyond. She showed us multiple houses over video, walked through everything in detail, and really made us feel like we were there in person. She was also incredibly flexible with timing and made herself available when we were in a time crunch, which we really appreciated. One thing that really stood out was how thorough she was. When she showed us a house, she didn't just walk through it - she pointed out things we wouldn't even think about, like the drive to the house, how close it is to the highway, the noise level, and both the good and not-so-good aspects. It honestly felt like she was looking at the house as if she were buying it herself. Her team was just as great - their support didn't stop once we found the house. They guided us through everything that came after and made the whole process feel much less overwhelming. We truly felt like Christie and her team were part of our family throughout this process. We can't recommend her enough! read more

As senior citizens, moving from 1,000 miles away was a scary undertaking.Based on multiple positive online reviews, we took a chance on Christie Gilliam of Bentwood Realty in Waco,TX and we consider ourselves to have been among the luckiest for having worked with her. We have purchased numerous homes in our 32 years together and, Christie was by far, the best real estate professional we have ever worked with. She listened, she understood; she and her team worked hard for us. Christie became our advocate and there was not one moment in the process that we had anxiety or stress about the work she was doing on our behalf; we always knew she had our backs. We could sing our praises for Christie Gilliam for a very long time and still would not find enough words to describe how great she is and how grateful we truly are for our new home and all that she did to support us in our new adventure. In many ways we feel like we have also gained a friend. Thank you Christie Gilliam! read more

There's not enough stars to rate how AMAZING Christie is! She has been along my husband and I's house hunting journey for TWO YEARS and has been right by our sides the entire time. She truly knows her stuff when it comes to house searching, walk-thrus, closings, and literally all the hundred of not so little things in between. She will be completely honest and open with you throughout the entire process, but also supports whatever decision you feel is best for yourself/family/situation. She's been more than our realtor - she's become part of our family and I could go on and on about how amazing she is at her job, and how she's an even more amazing person. I will recommend Christie to absolutely everyone I know who is house hunting or wanting to sell their home. You will not regret using Christie Gilliam from Bentwood Realty as your realtor and life long friend! read more

Wow what a experience! If there was an MVP award I could give to Christie I would!!!! On the final day of our trip in November we had this hair brained idea to look for a house. My parents had moved 6 months earlier and had the great privilege of Christie's services. With 1 phone call we were met at the house we wanted to see and from there Christie took the drivers wheel and we headed back to Colorado. My wife and I COULD NOT BE HAPPIER than we are now. I have not met nor have I hear of a realtor with better information and support that Christie. If you are looking for a 5 star, cloud nine, first class, elite, stellar, magnificent, amazing, professional, personal, happy and upbeat realtor STOP NOW and call this amazing professional! ! ! ! ! Thank you Christie, you are the bestest everest! ! ! ! Sincerely Paulie and Lizzie Kenney read more

Christie Gilliam did a truly exceptional job helping me find and purchase my home. From the very beginning, she was organized, proactive, and incredibly knowledgeable about the market. She listened closely to what I needed, offered smart guidance at every step, and never hesitated to go the extra mile to make sure I felt confident in my decisions. Her communication was flawless -- fast, clear, and always one step ahead. She anticipated issues before they became problems and handled the entire process with a level of professionalism that made everything smooth and stress free. If you want a realtor who is dedicated, skilled, and genuinely invested in your success, Christie is the one. I couldn't have asked for a better partner in this process. read more

You will not find a more knowledgeable and professional realtor that Christie. I know people talk about service 24/7, but Christie really was available 24/7 which came in handy because we were calling from California. She helped find us the best mortgage company, and a contractor that we just loved to work with. We sent Christie 28 home listings from California that she analyzed with us, and did never changed her positive attitude. We would still be in California if it was not for Christie. I phone interviewed six realtors from California before selecting Christie to work with. It was the best decision in many years for me. There is not a better realitor in Waco, or Texas, that Christie....Thank you Christie. read more

I recently worked with Christi as my real estate agent in Waco, Texas, and I couldn't be happier with the experience! From the start, she demonstrated an incredible knowledge of the local market, guiding me through neighborhoods like Hewitt and Lorena with insights on everything from school districts to up-and-coming areas. Christi was patient, responsive, and always went the extra mile--whether it was scheduling last-minute showings or negotiating a great deal on my new home. Her organizational skills are top-notch, and she made the entire process stress-free and enjoyable. If you're buying or selling in Waco, Christi is the agent you want on your side. Highly recommend! read more

We can't recommend Christie Gilliam enough! She was amazing throughout the entire process of buying our home in Robinson, TX. From the start, she was super knowledgeable, responsive, and easy to work with. She made everything feel smooth and way less stressful than we expected. Christie was always on top of things, answered all of our questions, and guided us every step of the way. What really stood out was how much she genuinely cared about helping us find the right home. We always felt like we were in great hands. If you're looking for a realtor who's professional, reliable, and truly great at what she does, Christie is it! We would absolutely work with her again. read more

Look no further, Christie is the best! My wife and I just moved out from California and trying to buy a house when you live across the country can be a little scary, but Christie made it so much easier. I tried calling some of the well reviewed agents and she was the only one that got back to me and I am really happy she did. She was very responsive, knowledgable, helpful, and most importantly for me, honest. She goes out of her way to make you comfortable and get the right home for you. She has an eye for detail and is not afraid to shoot you straight. She was our first friend in Waco. You should definitely call Christie if you are looking into buying a house. read more

Christie is honest and real. She was a perfect fit for us. She went above and beyond to help us find a home in the Waco area. We were coming from just outside of Houston and she accommodated by going to homes we wished to see, to do a virtual tour. That helped us immensely and saved us several times driving to find out it just wasn't the one. It took us a little over 4 months to find our forever home. I would recommend Christie to anyone buying a home. She is a buyer's agent and will help you see what you may not see at a house. She is someone I hope to have a continued friendship with. She is just an awesome person in general. read more

Christie Gilliam, is absolutely amazing! I don't even know where to begin on expressing our gratitude for her being our realtor. She is extremely knowledgeable and cares so much about what her client wants! She will do anything she can to get you the dream home you deserve. She worked with me for two years on finding our family our gorgeous home! Being as picky as I am she patiently worked with me and ever gave up on us even when I was ready to throw in the towel. There are literally not enough great things to say about this wonderful realtor. She has your bad the whole way and that is what anyone would want during this crazy process. read more

You will not regret working with Christie to find your dream home! She'll be there with you every step of the way. As first time home buyers, this process couldn't have been any easier for my husband and myself. Christie is knowledgable, honest, always just a text/call/email away, and even FUN! We loved every moment of working with Christie and trusted every suggestion she gave us! She has such great work ethic and great rapport with local businesses that make buying a home that much easier. My husband and I started home searching on February 7th and closed on March 8th, which would not have been possible without Christie. read more

If you're looking for someone who will go the extra mile to find you the perfect home, Christie's your girl! As first time home buyers, we needed to ease our minds that we were "crossing our t's and dotting our i's". Christie guided us through every step and picked up all the loose ends. Had she not been there to counsel us through some roadblocks, we wouldn't have our new home today. Her work ethic is out of this world and she truly cares about her client's needs. Don't settle for someone just wanting a commission check, choose Christie and you'll gain a new friend who will guide you every step of the way. read more

I live out of state and wanted to purchase a house in the area. I contacted Christie and she immediately went to work. Her knowledge of the area was immensely helpful. She promptly responded to all my emails, calls, and texts. She quickly setup virtual tours of the properties I was interested in and I made an offer on a place and it was accepted. Christie set up all the usual inspections, paperwork, etc., but also went above and beyond in a bunch of ways. She made the whole process much easier than I ever would have expected. I would 100% recommend her to anyone looking to buy a house in the area! read more

5 stars? That's the highest it will go? Christie needs her own rating system - 10 stars! Absolutely the best realtor I've ever worked with. I cannot recommend her highly enough. She helped us with our recent purchase of our beautiful new custom home and was extremely helpful in getting our previous home sold, even though she wasn't the listing agent. She knows the answers to most questions before you ask them, but more importantly, knows which questions to ask to make sure her clients are taken care of. You won't find a better realtor in Texas! read more