Sam did an incredible job with my wife and I in our first home purchase. We did not understand much of the process and had a ton of questions being first time home buyers. Sam always responded to our questions via text or email very quickly with enough detail that we didn't have to follow up. Sam made our offer appealing among many other offers without us having to offer much over asking for a property that was appraised at $10,000 above the listing price. We are very satisfied with the price we paid by comparison to other properties we found. Our loan process was a nightmare, but Sam was able to ease our minds and when things almost fell through, he contacted our lender and made sure everything would be pushed through in time for closing. After we got the keys to the house, the house was a mess. The previous owner left it very dirty and left a lot of large items that were garbage to us. He contacted the selling agent and got them to pay for the time and cost of getting everything to the dump. He turned a horrible experience into a great one for my wife and I. We are very satisfied with our home and will definitely use Sam as our agent in all future sales and purchases whenever possible. read more

Purchasing a home in Bend, while living out of state, can be a daunting process. From our first meeting while visiting Bend last spring, it was obvious to us that Maureen Kohal is a true professional who keeps the interests and well being of her clients as her top priority. We returned to Colorado from that visit with full confidence that Maureen and Team DeLay were the folks who would make our move to a new part of the country as smooth and painless as possible. Maureen has gone out of her way to keep us informed through the entire purchasing process and the construction of our new home in The Bridges. Her advice and recommendations have been extremely helpful to us as we were making decisions "remotely". Her "weekly updates" on the construction process, complete with progress photos, have made us feel as though we have a personal representative on site to make sure that everything goes smoothly, and it has. This is not our first new home purchase, and we have worked with a number of different realtors in the past. Few have been as personable and professional as Maureen Kohal. We would highly recommend Maureen and Team DeLay to anyone looking to purchase a home in Bend! read more

Outstanding Service and Expertise - Highly Recommend! I recently had the pleasure of working with Sam Delay and his team at Varsity Real Estate to sell my home, and I can confidently say it was an exceptional experience from start to finish. From our very first meeting, Sam and his team demonstrated a deep understanding of the market and took the time to listen to my needs and goals. What impressed me most was their professionalism, attention to detail, and commitment to getting me the best possible outcome. Sam provided a comprehensive strategy, from listing and market analysis, ensuring it stood out to potential buyers. They kept me informed throughout the process and were always available to answer any questions I had, making the entire transaction smooth and stress-free. I truly appreciate the hard work and dedication Sam and his team put in, and I would wholeheartedly recommend them to anyone looking to buy or sell a home. If you want an experienced broker who goes above and beyond, look no further than Sam and his team at Varsity Real Estate - they are a true professional, and I'm grateful for their guidance every step of the way! read more

I had the pleasure of working with Sam Delay and DeLay and Billings during my recent house purchase, and I cannot recommend them highly enough. Sam was our realtor throughout the entire process, and he was an absolute pleasure to work with. From the very beginning, Sam was incredibly attentive and responsive, and he provided invaluable guidance and support as we navigated a complicated home-buying process. One of the things that impressed me most about Sam and his team was their attention to detail. They were meticulous in their approach to every aspect of the transaction, from the initial negotiations to the final closing. They made sure that every detail was taken care of, and they were proactive in addressing any issues that arose. Overall, I couldn't be happier with the service that Sam and the whole team provided. They were professional, responsive, and incredibly knowledgeable, and they made what could have been a stressful process as smooth and seamless as possible. I would highly recommend them to anyone in the market for a new home. read more

We couldn't be more grateful to Kevin Laue and Varsity Real Estate! After our home sat on the market for nearly 18 months with another agent, we were feeling discouraged and unsure what to do next. Then we found Kevin, and everything changed. From the moment Kevin walked through our door, we knew we were in the right hands. He immediately understood what needed to be done to make our home appeal to Bend buyers. What truly set him apart was his commitment--he personally invested in staging and making adjustments to our home at his own expense. His eye for what works in the local market was spot-on. The results speak for themselves: our home sold in just 2 weeks after sitting unsold for a year and a half! Kevin's expertise, dedication, and willingness to go above and beyond made all the difference. If you're looking for a real estate agent who truly knows the Bend market and will invest in your success, we cannot recommend Kevin Laue and Varsity Real Estate highly enough. read more

Kevin Laue and Varsity Real Estate - Simply Outstanding After our home sat on the market for almost 18 months with another agent, we were losing hope. Then we met Kevin Laue, and everything turned around. Kevin's commitment to his clients is unlike anything we've experienced. He has an incredible attention to detail--before every showing, he'd come by to dust, pick up, and even blow off the walkway. These thoughtful touches made such a difference, and they showed us how much he truly cared about presenting our home in its best light. Throughout the process, Kevin communicated clearly and kept us informed every step of the way. But what really impressed us was his skill as a negotiator--he's truly superb at what he does. Our home sold in just 2 weeks, after sitting unsold for a year and a half. If you're looking for an agent who will genuinely invest in your success and go the extra mile (literally!), we wholeheartedly recommend Kevin Laue and Varsity Real Estate read more

I am so stoked I had Sharon and Team DeLay in my corner when finding and buying my first home! To sum Sharon up: Best. Broker. Ever. She knows the town, the market, the process--and she's someone you can count on to walk with you every step of the way (and trust me, there are a lot of steps!) Sharon put in the time to research and show me homes all over Bend that were right for me--a challenge in this market and my price range. But she was patient, and we found the one! From offer to closing, everything was so smooth. Sharon worked hard, ensuring all the little details (there's a lot of those, too) were handled, keeping in constant communication, and answering all my questions. Sharon's a broker that has your best interest at heart and is just a downright honest, genuine and awesome person work with. I couldn't have done it without her! If you're looking for a broker, you want Sharon and Team DeLay--no question about it. read more

My fiancé and I could not have been any happier with our first home buying experience. We went into the process knowing very little about how it works, but Maureen "Moe" Kohal was very patient and extremely thorough in explaining everything we needed to know in order to purchase our first house. We let her know what kind of things we wanted in a house and she was able to suggest listings that were in our budget and also had what we wanted. Moe is very knowledgeable about the central Oregon area and very knowledgeable about the real estate market and we really benefitted from that. She helped us close our house in two weeks and guided us through the process even though we were on the east coast at the time. Also, my fiancés family has used her several times and has had nothing but great things to say about her. I would highly recommend Moe to anyone looking to buy or sell in the central Oregon area! read more

We had a truly wonderful experience working with Sam and Team Delay! Sam worked hard to help us find a home that was a perfect fit for us, and more than anything he made the whole process a smooth and positive experience. Buying a home can be confusing and overwhelming, but Sam (as well as the whole team) always took the time to listen fully to our needs, explain everything to us, answer questions fully so that we felt we understood everything every step of the way. He was knowledgeable and thorough - always thinking a few steps ahead to advise us on each step of the way, and we always felt total assurance that our transaction was in good hands. He has even remained in contact after closing to answer any questions and ensure that everything is going alright! I would highly recommend Sam and Team Delay to anyone looking to buy a home in the Bend area!! Thanks, Sam (and team!)!! read more

Sam Delay is a fantastic realtor! We found him to be exceptionally well educated and very well versed in the local community. He responds quickly to all forms of communication; email, text, and phone calls. He is well respected in the community by other industry leaders and has valuable resources. This came in very handy when multiple people are involved in a home purchase and its aftermath. When we dropped his name at open houses, everyone said we were in the best of hands, and they enjoyed working with Sam and his team on other transactions. He is thoughtful, respectful, and you always know where you stand with Sam! We could not have been able to purchase in this crazy complicated market without his guidance, expertise, and assistance. Whether buying or selling your home, Sam DeLay is the ONLY realtor in Bend I would recommend. read more

Buying a home in Bend seemed like just a dream, until My husband and I were referred to Same Delay. Sam went above and beyond for us and we gave him a run for his money. =) Working with us for almost 1 year; he guided us through 4 different home transactions, (3 didn't go through for home inspection complications.)He stayed positive and kept us going the entire time, but was never pushy, like some Realtors can be, he really listened to our wants and needs and and stayed very patient. He treated us like friends, talking with us, never down to us, making us really feel like he was taking the best care he could. He even entertained and made "friends"with our twin 3.5 year olds. Sam has been amazing and has become our family realtor for life. I wouldn't hesistate to refer Sam Delay and his team to anyone. Thank you Sam, you're the best! read more

Jenny Andrews from DeLay and Billings was my first call as I was staring at the For Sale sign outside the house I've admired for years. I'm sure I looked like a deer in the headlights as I dialed her number. It was 8:00am and I knew she had a family with kids who she was wrangling at that very moment and left a desperate message. She called me back in minutes. That's Jenny. She hustles because she loves her job and the business and wants to make her clients happy. Admittedly, I have known her for years and recommended her to a friend who now sits in a beautiful home that couldn't be more perfect for her. I too am sitting in a home that couldn't be more perfect for my husband and I. We have to pinch ourselves every day and we have Jenny Andrews to thank for that. read more

My husband and I recently sold our first house and purchased our new home in Bend. We utlized the services and expertise of Team DeLay. Sam was our primary realtor, but we highly recommend the entire team to anyone looking for professional and over-the-top real estate guidance. When selling our home, Sam guided us on how best to show the home, effectively led us with pricing for the current market, promptly arranged for gorgeous photos/videos to be taken and had it listed and pending with multiple offers within 24 hours! The purchase of our new home was made as stress-free as possible. Sam was prompt with all communication and was an excellent negotiator. We are so pleased with our recent experience. Thank you, Team DeLay, for everything you do for your clients! read more

I cannot say enough about how awesome Mollie Hogan and her team at Varsity Real Estate have been throughout this entire process (of selling my home & property in Bend). PLUS, Mollie was The Realtor who sold me the house in November 2009! So for 16 years as I first explored buying a home during the wild Recession days, have then moved away from Bend and lived all over the country since, Mollie has kept in personal touch with me, and working with her has always felt more like a friendship than a professional transaction. I'm beyond thrilled by how the sale of my home & property went. Mollie and team went above-and-beyond to enable all of this to happen smoothly while I am living my life on the East Coast. I cannot thank them all enough. read more

Never dreamed we'd find a home/property that suited all our various wants (all over the map.) Kevin Laue listened to our musings, critiques, desires and when the perfect place popped up, he pointed us to it. Prior to that moment, he regularly sent listing updates, videoed anything that seemed interesting, quick to respond to texts/emails/phone calls. Very knowledgeable about Bend, distances to Bachelor, fishing, mountain biking, where to eat lunch. Fun to joke around with too. Once our offer was accepted, the entire team was there with utilities' contact information, a timeline to close, and still very available to answer all queries. They seemed genuinely excited for us too. All around class act! read more

Selling your home or buying a new home is one of the most stressful events people can go through. When you are doing both at the same time, it is doubly so. We were very fortunate to have Maureen (Moe) Kohal of Team Delay at Hasson Realty to help us navigate this process. With every hurdle that came up, Moe was able to help us get over them in a calming and reassuring manner. With her experience and knowledge of the process, she was able to promptly answer any questions we had and solve any problems that arose. I honestly don't think I would have made it through this process without her. If you are planning on selling your home or buying a new one, I would highly recommend Maureen and Team Delay. read more

In my recent home purchase (first time buyer), Mrs. Delay was exceptional in all aspects of the transaction from start to finish. She went above and beyond the "normal" real estate agent duties to ensure my complete satisfaction. This included providing valuable advice during the negotiation process, coordinating essentials that first time home buyers are generally unaware of, and providing key references that made my transition into my new home seamless. Mrs. Delay displayed noticeable experience at her position, was accessible, and always showed a friendly and positive attitude. I feel fortunate to of worked with Mrs. Delay and the Hasson Company realtors for the purchase of my home. read more

What an amazing team! I mean within less than 36 hours I had worked with several of the team members and purchased the house of my dreams!! Kevin was my fantastic agent but the 2 Jennys, and Cole and Sam all did their part to make this experience seamless, stress-free and so rewarding! The team kept me organized with a very cool online timeline that told me everything that would happen between the signing of the contract until settlement. They also provided links to the various services that I would need to be set up to take ownership of the property. They made it so easy and convenient! And if I needed anything, any time of the day, someone would always respond immediately. read more

We drove all over Central Oregon with Kevin Laue and came away with the property of our dreams! After searching for a few months, getting clearer and clearer on what we were searching for, the perfect spot came up and Kevin was able to negotiate an accepted offer before it went to market!!! His connections and knowledge really helped make it happen (not to mention his instinct to show us in the first place) and we couldn't be happier! The Team at Delay & Billings also made sure that we were supported with paperwork/questions/logistics every step of the way. We can't wait to move in and have Kevin and Team to thank for this seamless transition from Meadow to Mountain View :) read more