I would thoroughly recommend Nick to people looking for help buying or selling property in the…read moregreater Boston area. He is exceptionally knowledgeable in all areas of the business and an extremely enjoyable person to work with! We were inexperienced, first time buyers. Before going to view any houses, Nick took the time to get to know us and get to know the sort of house we wanted to buy. Within a week, he was driving us to potential houses that we personally selected. When we saw these houses, none of them seemed to tick all the boxes for us. Not to be deterred, Nick suggested we view one that we had completely missed/disregarded in our initial screens. It seemed Nick knew us better than we did, as we fell in love with it straight away! I think what is really great about his service is he got to know us, and he understood what our interests were. He was very non-judgmental of our (often) picky needs but was unafraid to offer some advice from his own vast experience. That enabled him to suggest this wonderful house. We both absolutely fell in love with the place. Everything from the house itself to the garden and location were just perfect for our needs and our son adores it! In addition to finding us the house of our dreams, Nick was ever-present during all stages of the house buying process. Most importantly, he held our hand during the offer/negotiation. Being total newbies, we had no idea what sort of price to initiate with and how to properly access value/potential of a property. Therefore, it was so helpful having Nick to act on our behalf and he managed to secure a deal well under the initial asking price. If that wasn't enough, he advised us on building inspectors, mortgage advisors, attorneys, and even painters and contractors for when we signed for the house! In addition to his outstanding expertise, we had an awful lot of fun working with him! He's a great guy! Once again, we are so grateful to Nick and his superb real estate service. If it were possible to give more than 5 stars, I would do it for Nick!

My wife and I closed on the sale of our first condo in June (see my review on the Lembu Real Estate…read moreyelp page) and to our surprise and amazement closed on our first single family home only two months later in August. It's been a crazy summer with moving twice in such a short amount of time but it couldn't have been a better experience and we are so glad that we had Nick Mescia as our agent. Nick was kind, respectful, and attentive. We never felt like we were competing for his time and in fact we were so grateful for how often he checked in with us! He was excellent at communicating with us and always responsive and patient with all our questions and requests. Ultimately whether as a buyer or seller you want an agent who has your best interests in mind and that was 100% clear working with Nick from start to finish. Excellent professional and more importantly a kind person of high character. We recommend Nick to anyone looking for a realtor especially in the Boston/Cambridge/Somerville/Medford area. We will definitely be sending our friends who are looking to buy/sell his way!

Alex is a true gem of a buyer's agent! I lost count of the number of open houses and showings that…read moreAlex helped set up for us to ensure we found the right home. Still, he showed up to every showing over several weekends with the same pep and excitement as the first day we worked together. I can't express how grateful we were in his guidance and patience throughout the home buying process. At no point did we feel like he pressured us into making a decision we didn't want to make, nor did he make us feel like we were wasting his time! He was thorough with his advice, shared candid thoughts of the properties we viewed, and supported us as he flip flopped between listings. Ultimately, Alex helped us buy our first home with virtually no hiccups. What is usually spoken about as a daunting process was made much easier with an agent like him -- one who partnered with us, gave us space, and reassured us when we needed it most. If you're looking for an agent who meets you where you are, treats you like a close friend/family, and is there to hold your hands through the entire home buying process from beginning to end (and beyond), look no further than Alex.

When I heard Alex was going into Real Estate, I knew his personality would be a great fit for the…read morejob. That's why I chose him as my Real Estate Agent (early November 2019). From the beginning, Alex learned my Real Estate goals and found the perfect house when it came to market. He prepared a cost comparison analysis and walked through the home with me. Since the house was so hot (popular), we had to work very quickly, even more so in a market like Boston's. He guided me through getting a mortgage preapproval, writing an interest letter, and attending the open house. At the open house, Alex made a strong, personal, and collaborative impression on the seller's agent, and maintained the strong connection throughout the process. Alex worked very hard and was very communicative with both me (the buyer) and the seller's party to construct the details of my offer. Then there was a bidding war. I physically could not go higher on my original offer (even though it was an amazing deal), and Alex communicated this to the seller's agent with class. Against all odds, the seller's party chose my offer (mid December 2019). During the final walkthrough, the seller's agent expressed his joy working with Alex. I truly could not have gotten the house had I chosen a different agent other than Alex. Alex aided through all the steps and more, including getting: the inspection, the home insurance, the floors sanded, the ceiling lights and electrician, the washer/dryer, etc. Throughout the process, Alex was not only responsible but also enthusiastic and encouraging. He helped arranged times that worked for me and gave me rides to tour houses. We only had to search for like a month and got our first offer accepted, so that is an amazing timeline. It was a fun journey!

I couldn't recommend working with Mike enough. Not only was Mike positive, knowledgeable and…read moreresourceful he advocated for us every step of the deal and was able to help us secure our dream home at the right price. His knowledge and experience made it easy for us to make decisions and going off his suggestions paid off for us when negotiating with the seller. I wouldn't use anyone else moving forward for a purchase or sale!

Michael has been my GO TO person whether its for buying or renting a home. His knowledge is great,…read moreand his decisions has helped me a lot recently being finding the perfect tenant. He does take very good care of your home. He is also very responsive and can be approached easily, highly recommend Michael to anyone.

Mike and I worked closely together on the sale of my historic home. I had a list of things that I…read morewould and would not do to promote the sale and he followed my wishes. He was always patient and even-keeled. AND the sale happened so fast, my head practically spun. He shared good advice, was always on prompt, prepared, and on point. He was always presented himself with style and authority, worked so well with potential buyers (even some annoying ones) and he sold the home in a flash at above asking. Mike did everything possible to make the sale go smoothly. Couldn't ask for more.

What can I say about Mike? He made the entire process of buying a home and selling our current…read morehome profitable and fun. How great is it when you not only like your real estate agent, but he is a true professional as well, always looking out for what was best for us. Mike helped us negotiate a great price for our new home in Los Angeles (seller's market) as well as making sure we got top dollar for the home we were selling. We chose Mike because he was brought in to take over a Redfin listing near us which hadn't sold after stalling for months. Mike sold it in a week. Once we saw how efficient and effective Mike is, we knew he was the agent for us. It's been a pleasure through and through, and since Mike and his wife had a baby during our listing, we feel like he's part of our family. If you are looking for a stellar realtor, look no further, Mike is your guy!

This review is for Stephen Johansen (Realtor):…read more I've had the pleasure of working with Stephen as my realtor for the past four years, and I can't say enough positive things about him. As a landlord managing a condo, Stephen has helped me lease my unit to three different tenants over the years, each time flawlessly. His professionalism, attention to detail, and ability to move quickly ensured that my condo was never vacant for long, which helped me minimize losses. One of the most remarkable situations was when a tenant unexpectedly broke their lease while I was out of town dealing with a stressful life event. Stephen stepped in and handled everything from inspections and project-managing a refurbishment to finding a new tenant--all without me having to lift a finger. His ability to manage this process so smoothly while I was dealing with another stressor was nothing short of a lifesaver. He took all the weight off my shoulders and ensured a seamless transition with the new tenant moving in quickly. Stephen has also been invaluable to my extended family, who are immigrant grass-root landlords and speak very little English. He has been able to communicate and collaborate with them effortlessly, which speaks to his excellent interpersonal skills and adaptability. Stephen has earned my family's full trust over the years, and I am confident he will continue to do so in any future collaborations. His expertise in the Cambridge, Boston, and Greater Boston markets is second to none. Not only has he consistently delivered for me, but he has also supported my family with their rental and buying/selling needs for a handful of properties. He's always proactive, communicative, and has a strong sense of integrity. I truly believe Stephen deserves recognition for his tireless dedication, professionalism, and ability to build trust with his clients. If you're looking for a realtor who will go above and beyond, Stephen Johansen is the one you want in your corner. I look forward to working with him again in the future!

This review is specifically for Pete Guiney. We were the buyers for a home that he was the listing…read moreagent for. While Pete did not represent us, he was extremely difficult to work with and made the buying experience stressful for us. We were out of state buyers navigating the logistics and complications of selling and buying a home at the same time. Pete's demeanor was extremely transactional, putting the people element last and was very eager to close the sale by the end of the quarter deadline. He was also challenging for our buying agent to work with and used a lot of passive aggressive tone in his responses. We have used Compass many times in the past for both buying and selling, and this is not the level of care we would have expected to encounter from a Compass agent. To make matters even worse, we felt like Pete was dishonest throughout the process saying whatever needed to be said to close the deal. In the home inspection, there was clear evidence of water staining in the basement with identifiable cracks. Pete kept denying the presence of any water saying that the seller had not observed this at all, yet there was clear photographic evidence of water marks and staining in the inspection report. The seller did agree to repair the cracks using a recommendation and friend of Pete's. Fast forward to the present where we have now closed and moved into the house. To no surprise - we found a leak in the basement and water coming out of one of the cracks (see photo) during a heavy rainfall. We felt completely lied to and the work recommended by Pete was not done adequately (there is no warranty either for the sealing). As of present, Pete has been ignoring our agent's messages. This situation really reflects on Pete's character as an agent having zero regard for the people who buy the homes that he lists. For this reason alone, I do not recommend The Denman Group.

David has been an incredible partner to us throughout the ownership and rental of our property…read more He always provides thoughtful advice and looks out for your best interests as a person, not just as a client. David managed our property for over 5 years, provided guidance on any issues that arose, and helped coordinate repairs or investments in the unit. He advised on the right time to sell based on his extensive knowledge of the market, and took care of everything to prep our property for a successful sale. He also weathered difficult negotiations to close the deal. David did an outstanding job through and through. He's smart, experienced, and transparent. Working with someone with his level of knowledge and integrity takes the stress out of the process. Cannot recommend more highly!

David is a phenomenal human being, Is amazing at what he…read moredoes ,& actually cares about people. As a single mother David helped me into one of my favorite spaces I've had the pleasure of leasing to this day. I had to move too soon due to family issues, but he was amazing throughout the whole process. I'll always wish I stayed in that condo.We still miss it. It was more than perfect for myself & my children. Life happens. Thank you David

It's one thing for a consumer to have great things to say about an agent and their real estate…read moreexperience. As a full-time agent/Realtor myself for many years, I am in daily contact with agents of varying styles, experiences, business practices, etc. My buyers recently purchased a house that was listed by Nathan, and he was fantastic! Responsive, Accommodating, calm, professional, thorough, knew what he was doing (which often only another agent can *really* tell), and great to work with. If you have been checking his reviews to consider using him, you'll be in good hands and I would welcome the opportunity to work together with Nathan again on a future house sale.

I recently became a first time home owner, and had the good fortune to have Nate as my realtor. He…read morefigured out quickly what I was looking for, guided me through the process with calm professionalism, and usually answered my questions before I even thought to ask them. He was in constant contact every step of the way, and did a lot to allay any concerns I had. I highly recommend him if you are looking to purchase a home, especially if like myself you find the whole process incredibly daunting.

We worked with Matt Slowik who is on that Santana Properties team. Matt is awesome!…read more A few key things that I appreciated about Matt-- 1. He was very patient. My wife and I had different ideas about what we were looking for, and he was able to effectively thread the needle. 2. He is proactive. Every time we said we were interested in a property, he immediately dug into doing research and considering pros and cons, well past the basic info which is in an MLS listing. 3. He took a cautious approach. Matt did not pressure us to buy at all. He didn't try to get it over with just for the commission. Instead, sometimes we found him talking us out of certain places. He genuinely wanted us to find a place which was perfect for us. 4. He knows the process very well and he communicates clearly and promptly. When he is not 100% sure of something, he in honest (instead of making up BS) and is extremely effective in leveraging other contacts to get to the bottom of any question. He went above and beyond for us on multiple occasions. The Boston area is a crazy market, and it is important to have an agent who is really looking out for you. I would unequivocally recommend Matt to anybody who is looking to buy in the Boston area!

We could not be more grateful for the patience and professionalism that led to a quick sale. Carlos…read morewas outstanding, handling every imaginable detail and being ready to troubleshoot when necessary. His advice was wise, and he went above and beyond to solve last-minute problems. This company is full service--they do their own staging, at reasonable cost, and even sent a notary to someone's home to expedite the process. Highly recommend!