Ryan helped us buy our first home in one of the most competitive times to buy a house that I've ever seen. We were incredibly nervous about our ability to buy a home in this current season. There seemed to be so many things working against us: - We had a time crunch for moving into a new place due to our rental lease ending - We were first-time home buyers - The Tacoma real estate market was (and still is) crazy. Homes were lasting on the market for less than a week, and going for so much over list price. Even with all of that - due mainly to Ryan's hard work, help, and guidance, we were able to buy a house that we love! We beat out 14 other offers on the first house that we offered on. There's no way that we would've been able to do that without the help and guidance Ryan provided. I reached out to Ryan and knew from our first phone call with him that he was the right person to help us. He was honest, realistic, but also optimistic. He asked great questions to help us know what type of house we were looking for. He was quick to respond, and pivoted incredibly quickly when needed. I think one of our main concerns about choosing a realtor would be that we'd end up with someone who tried to push us into something we didn't like or wasn't a fit for our family. I never got that feeling from Ryan. He was so helpful and did an incredible job of giving us information so that we could be equipped to make the best decision for our family. It always felt like our decision, not something he talked us into. He diligently talked us through how to craft our best possible offer, while still offering something that we were comfortable with. He has incredible contacts (lender, home inspector that did a pre-inspection for us on 24 hours notice, etc...) that allowed us to buy a home. Especially as first-time buyers, the level of experience, knowledge, and contacts that Ryan brought to the table were invaluable to us. The day that offers were due, he wrote up the offer on a time crunch and really went to bat for us that night when the seller was reviewing offers. He was up late at night, negotiating with the seller and making sure that we had the best chance to purchase this home we fell in love with. If you're looking to buy a home, I can't recommend Ryan and his team enough. With a decision this big, you'll want someone that you can trust completely. Ryan and his team are just that. read more

Ryan and Jess are sharp, kind, and passionate professionals who can make your real estate endeavors positive and smooth. Ryan and Jess Knicely helped us purchase our home in February 2022, and sell my prior house immediately after. My experience was excellent in each of the two transactions, and I know who I'll work with if I ever have another. Ryan and Jess clearly explained what to expect for each process, and were responsive to any questions we raised throughout. They helped us stay objective for the entirety of each contract period and were always patient and understanding. On the purchase side, they clearly understood our goals and asked us the right questions to determine our interests, budget, and other key factors. Their market knowledge helped give us realistic expectations and developed a winning offer without going outside of our comfort level. We were able to submit a clever, sturdy bid that got us into a house we plan to stay in forever. On the sale side, they were able to quickly assess what we'd likely be able to sell for and how long it would take. They came out to the home and completed a walkthrough, letting us know what we'll want to highlight in our listing and what we should make time to fix. Each recommendation made perfect sense, and was focused on what would have direct financial impact. We chose to use their staging services for our recent sale transactions, and think it really helped make the home stand out. We couldn't believe how wonderful the house looked for showing - it almost made it harder to leave! The market must have agreed, because the house fetched tons of interest, with multiple offers within the first few days of listing. We were under contract in less than a week, for over list price. We've been very satisfied with the financial side of the transactions, but just as importantly we were happy to work with two fantastic pros. Ryan and Jess are our trusted advisors, and are delightful to work with. You can count on them to be great partners and get your deals done right. read more

We have worked with The Knicely Group for now three real estate transactions - two home purchases, and one sale. All of these transactions occurred under different market conditions, so we have a pretty good sense of working with Ryan and his team during many unique challenges! In all cases, we felt like we were working with the best of the best. They had in-depth knowledge of the housing market in the greater Tacoma area that you can only gain from being deeply ingrained in the community. They deployed creative buying strategies which kept us from overpaying on certain properties, while writing winning offers on homes at pricepoints we were comfortable with. During the sale of our home in summer 2022, when interest rates were rising and the buyer market was changing, his team took care of all the staging and marketing of our home such that we had an offer accepted in less than a week. The closing process, which required a bit of negotiation, ran as smooth as can be. Ryan and team firmly represented our interests as his client, listened to us, and ultimately closed the deal at a place everyone was comfortable. We couldn't have been happier or felt more taken care of. Our experience with TKG as real estate clients has been nothing but stellar. Above all, and perhaps most importantly, they are honest, caring, and kind people who are a joy to work with. The partners in the real estate industry, such as contractors and lenders, must recognize this as well, as everyone seems to know and respect them. This aspect cannot be underrated when seeking a realtor to partner with! Thank you Ryan and TKG team! If you work with them, you will not be disappointed. read more

Ryan is an incredible agent that knows the market inside and out! I cannot recommend him highly enough and he made selling my house in Tacoma a breeze, even with me living on the East Coast! Before I left the Joint Base Lewis-McChord area a few years ago, I was torn between selling my house and renting it. Ryan came and explained the entire process and gave me pointers to increase the sale of the house, and was so helpful that I kept in touch with him (I ended up renting for a bit) until I was ready to sell spring of 2018. Being stationed in N.C., Ryan made the sale of the house extremely simple, answered all questions that I had immediately, and took care of all the little details. He hired the right contractors to do minor roof repairs, lawn care, pest control, and chose the perfect company to stage the house. The thing that blew me away the most was the aerial video footage he took of the beautiful park near the house and included it in a creative feature clip of the whole house! The video was so stunning that I wanted to buy the house all over again! Ryan is an expert in all things real estate and will make you feel like you are his number one priority at all times, whether you want to buy or sell! read more

Ryan Knicely made my first home purchase a phenomenal experience. While living in California, I contacted Ryan by phone and explained what I was looking for in a house in Tacoma for my upcoming move. I was only able to make one weekend trip to Tacoma to view houses prior to making a purchase, but Ryan did an incredible job in identifying homes to look at during that weekend. Ryan clearly understood the market and my criteria for a home. After each viewing, Ryan identified pros and cons of each listing that I otherwise would not have been aware of. Once I identified the house I liked, Ryan expertly guided me through the entire purchase process. Because I was out of state throughout, I appreciated Ryan's proactive and frequent communications. As in most home purchases, there were some sticking points in the negotiations with the sellers, but Ryan facilitated quick resolutions that satisfied both parties while keeping my best interests in mind. Overall, Ryan made this an easy and enjoyable experience. In the future, if I choose to sell or purchase another home in the Tacoma area, I would absolutely go through Ryan again. read more

We were extremely satisfied with Ryan Knicely our Realtor. We couldn't have asked for someone better he was everything that you would need to successfully buy or sell a house. He was knowledgeable about local houses and sales and where the market was. He was always in contact and on time he had connections to help us get through any issues that we had. He was very organized and quick to respond. He had great photographs taken. He knew how to make good decisions when accepting offers and placing offers. We were able to save a lot of money with his guidance and knowledge of the housing market and with how to approach each step in buying and selling. We would have paid a lot more to buy a house if we did not work with Ryan. I thank him from the bottom of my heart for his personal confidence and guidance. He took care of our needs and put our minds at rest with issues that we are faced with. It really is not very easy to face the many complexities of moving in your life. It is a blessing when you have someone like Ryan. read more

Ryan is simply one of the best agents and person you could come across. He helped us through every step of the way to sell our home. When we needed referrals he had a great list to choose from, he even called the roofer to get on them about getting our roof done! He worked through the unexpected curve balls that came our way and handled them with ease. I trusted and appreciated his expertise and advice on getting our house in the best selling condition we can to get the best offers. The networking, advertising, videos and pictures he did to showcase our home were beyond my expectations. Our home was on the market less than a week and we had 7 offers within five days all above list price! I can't say enough great things about Ryan and recommend him to anyone looking for someone to help guide them through the selling or buying process. You won't regret it! read more

Ryan Knicely understands what it means to be a complete Realtor. His hard work ethic, enthusiasm, willingness to learn, lead and grow puts him among the elite of Realtors. As a graduate of Virginia Technical College and Army Officer, he knows what it means to selflessly serve his clients. Working with both buyers and sellers, he has a well rounded view of serving his clients while equipping them with the knowledge and tools they each need to buy and sell with the utmost confidence. As a colleague of Ryan's I wouldn't question putting the sale or purchase of my home in his hands. He continues to impress me with his timely communication, transparency, realness and generosity. Ryan Knicely is helping pave the way for top notch Realtors that each buyer and seller are itching to have! Give him a call. read more

My husband and I recently sold our home and we choose Ryan to help us through the process. We were very anxious before listing our home as this was the first home we bought (and first home we sold) and we were selling to relocate out of the state. Ryan was extremely helpful, patient, and professional throughout the process. He was able to answer my millions of questions (quickly) and calm our nerves. He had a professional photographer take amazing pictures and created a video too. This extra touch helped our house get a number of views within the first week on the market because it really set our home above the other similar houses on the market. We ended up finding the perfect buyer thanks to Ryan. I would definitely recommend going with Ryan Knicely for your real estate needs!! read more

Working with Ryan was a pleasure. He was the only realtor who responded to our inquiry as out of state home buyers. Almost immediately he started getting to know us and our housing needs, even over Skype. He was extremely professional, friendly and helpful. He didn't even mind driving around with me after my car had some trouble so we could continue looking at homes one afternoon. That's the kind of guy Ryan is. You'll be glad to have him working with you and we highly recommend him. He really made our entire home purchase low stress with his recommendations, insights, and above all his great communication skills and polite frankness. We would work with him again without any hesitation. read more

I don't think I could have had a better experience buying my first house than I did having Ryan's help. He was recommended to me through his main Windermere office here in Tacoma. From the start Ryan paid close attention to the details of what I was looking for and what my constraints were. We met on several occasions to discuss or view listings Each time Ryan had new info and ideas to move forward with, and was always available to quickly answer any questions or concerns I had. Once I found the house I wanted to purchase, putting the offer in and working through escrow felt like a breeze. I now highly recommend Ryan to my friends and family and coworkers who are looking for a new home. read more

Ryan was pleasant to work with to finding my home. From the very start he was very professional and was willing to make sure I knew everything about the home buying process. When I was searching for a home he gave me a list that met my wants and needs without pressure to go out of my budget. The entire time of the process Ryan was always quick to respond to my questions and gave me all the answers I needed. Once I found a home that I wanted to buy he made feel like he was representing me during negotiations with the sellers as well as when I was getting my loan secured. I would recommend Ryan to help you find the house that is right for you. read more

I cannot recommend Ryan highly enough. From our first meeting until the day of closing, he was responsive, professional, and above board. Ryan cares, and he shows it. He wants you to find a home that is the best fit for you and will go the extra mile to help make it happen. Even now, a full year after I bought my home, Ryan still checks in regularly to make sure I am happy with my decision. And if I ever have any questions about homeowning, he is more than happy to chat with me. If you're looking for a quality realtor who has your back, go with Ryan. You won't regret it. read more

Lucky me I found the best realtor in Tacoma. I met Ryan at an open house in late 2014 and we have just finished our fourth property together. Ryan made all these transactions a breeze for me. It took me about a year to find a house, and I really appreciated Ryan's patience and lack of pressure. Ryan also sold a house of mine that I thought was impossible to sell. He took professional photos and even wrote a blog to help sell my house. I was shocked when we received a full price offer in the first week. I recommend Ryan to all my friends and I will be a lifelong client!! read more

We are so happy we got to work with Ryan! He patiently guided us through our first time buying a home and was able to explain the process on every step of the way. Ryan understood what we were looking for and once we found the house, he fiercely advocated for us during negotiations. The entire time, it felt like he was truly invested in what we wanted and in helping us realize our dream of owning a home. We can't thank him enough for all his time and effort in taking care of us and helping make this life decision an easy one! read more

When buying our first home, we needed a realtor who could walk us through all the steps and help us understand the process. Ryan not only did this for us, but was patient with us with all of our questions, and helped us to find the perfect house. He was always professional, punctual, and kept in very good communication with us. We really enjoyed working with Ryan, and found the process to be smooth and enjoyable. We would recommend him to all of our family and friends for their real estate needs. read more

We bought our first home through Ryan, and later sold our home (relocated due to work) through Ryan again. Using him for buying and listing was a no-brainer -- Ryan's expertise, excellent communication, professionalism and timeliness makes him a pleasure to work with. His knowledge of the local real estate market put us in a great position on both ends and we'll miss working with him! Highly recommend him for anyone searching for an honest, hardworking realtor. read more

Ryan made purchasing a house a breeze. He kept great communication with us and made us feel like his only client. We almost had to back out of our deal, due to the lender we had chosen. When we told Ryan what was going on, he called one of his lenders even though it was late in the evening. We were able to change lenders and still able to close on time. We could not be happier with Ryan. We highly recommend Ryan to anyone that needs a great real estate agent. read more

Ryan Knicely was prompt, helped me shape my home needs into a reality, super professional, and all in all, I really enjoyed working with him. Very personable, understands the market and has a growing love of Tacoma. We worked for six months to locate the right house and we had to part ways when one became available through a good family friend and no negotiations took place. Even though we parted ways, Ryan was nothing but supportive of me and my decisions. read more