Matt Barrett spent nearly two decades as a college football coach, and now he is calling real estate plays and helping buyers and sellers win each transaction.There are many skills that transfer over to the Real Estate profession, Barrett says, including the marketing and networking he did as a recruiter.Matt brings a unique knowledge of the Fayetteville area to his clients from over 12 years of recruiting student-athletes in the Southeastern NC region.“I made many home visits each year with families all over Fayetteville and surrounding counties and built great relationships with people I am excited to serve in the future.I am an effective listener and serve clients with a tireless work ethic and attention to detail.”
Embarking on a career in Real Estate wasn’t a stretch.Barrett’s parents owned and operated Barrett Real Estate beginning in 1985.His father became a licensed general contractor in 1990 and built more than 25 custom homes in the area.“Growing up in a family business, I learned the value of building relationships with clients by treating them like family, earning their trust and working diligently to exceed their expectations, Barrett says.”Now, along with the expert knowledge from the team at Coldwell Banker Advantage, Barrett continues that legacy in the community.
In his free time, Barrett enjoys serving in his church and mentoring student-athletes through athletics.He and his wife, Gretchen, have two sons.
Let Matt put his extensive knowledge of the area, professional network and customer service to work for you.For more information about Matt Barrett or Coldwell Banker Advantage, call Matt at (704) 223-0242 or visit CallMattB.com
What my clients are saying (89)
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03/10/2024 - Vickie Johnson
Matt is hands down the best Realtor in this area! We moved to this area from out of state and bought two houses snd sold one using Matt’s services. He knows North Carolina Real Estate laws and regulations and will tell you what you need to hear; not just what you want to hear. With one of our transections we had some property issues that needed to be resolved very quickly; Matt had a construction crew on site within 24 hours and we had all repairs made within 72 hours of discovering the problems.I repeat; Matt is the best Real Estate agent in this area; he’s excellent!!!
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02/18/2024 - Matthew Echevarria
I have and will continue to recommend Mr.Barrett to friends and colleagues.
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02/18/2024 - Sarah Echevarria
Mr. Barrett is kind, genuine, experienced and thorough! He helped us sell our previous home and he has been with us every step of the way to finding this home and had been such a blessing getting us through the entire process. He genuinely cares and is invested in his clients lives! We know we can count on him and most importantly, trust him! We are so thankful for Mr. Barrett and all he has done for our family!
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02/06/2024 - Morgan Poole
This was my 3rd time using Matt, he’s very easy to work with, and handles 95% of everything in the buying/selling process for you to ensure everything goes smoothly and stress free. Whenever we decide to move again I will be calling Matt.
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01/11/2024 - Adam Smith
Matt was patient, working with us for many months in helping us understand what we needed to improve on and how market conditions were looking. When we decided to list our home, we were only on the market a short time and exceeded our asking price. Very happy and grateful for the hard work and dedication to our needs.
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12/22/2023 - Michael Garrett
Matt is a personable realtor who will pick up the phone to answer your questions day or night. Matt has the local knowledge and experience to get you the house you want.
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12/16/2023 - Sharlart Hembrick
I submitted my information with the intent to sell my house. I received numerous calls and emails from realtors, but none were as helpful as Matt. He answered all my questions and agreed to facetime, because I live out of state. He went to the property and gave a fair and honest assessment. He followed up on maintenance and repairs and provided me with before and after pictures. The end result of his meticulous work allowed the sale of my property over asking price. I will definitely use him in the future for my other property and refer him to all my friends in the area.
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11/02/2023 - Krista Whittington
Matt Barrett is the realtor you want! His knowledge of the area and home buying process are unparalleled. He makes every effort to keep the client informed and confident in their decision. He goes above and beyond for you! I cannot speak highly enough about working with Matt. We have bought 2 homes and sold 1 with him. Highest praises. He is simply the best there is.
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10/26/2023 - Ciera Crouse
The best realtor we have ever had. Informed us about everything every step of the way very frequently without us even asking for details. He’s extremely knowledgeable and seasoned in this industry and it shows and his kindness is a testament to his character. We wish Matt could be our realtor for ALL of our moves across the US, but since he can’t, we will absolutely recommend him to all of our friends in the Fayetteville NC area (and more)
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10/14/2023 - Cynthia Edelman
Matt is the consummate professional. His knowledge of real estate is invaluable, putting the client at ease with every step of the process. He is always there for you, always on time, available and always supportive. Honestly I don't know what we would do without him! I recommend him without reservation for a buyer or seller.
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10/11/2023 - Amanda Amon
Matt is always professional and personal. He took the time to listen to our wants and needs and delivered.
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10/11/2023 - Brian Harris
This is the second home purchased using Matt and we would definitely recommend Matt to other home buyers.
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10/03/2023 - Tina Williamson
Matt is one of the kindest, most patient people I have had the pleasure of knowing. He is extremely supportive and knowledgeable and I came to trust his opinions on all things real estate! I would recommend Matt to anyone looking to buy or sell. He works tirelessly and definitely earns his commission.
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09/17/2023 - Patsy Bryant
A real professional who is always there to answer All your questions and help in any way possible.He made moving from Fl to NC so much easier. .Having Matt from the beginning to the end wasA true Blessing and I highly recommend him.
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09/06/2023 - Wendy Piccirilli
Matt made the house selling process incredibly smooth, only thing we had to do was sign the paperwork. Highly recommend Matt, professional, honest and thorough on selling a house.
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07/27/2023 - Alex Stephens
Matt was very helpful and always kept us updated on the process. His expertise made out sale as smooth as possible.
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07/27/2023 - Bryana Stephens
We were lucky enough to use Matt when we bought our house and also when we needed to sell our house. Both times he made the process easy and made sure we were aware of what was going on at each stage. When we hit some hiccups in the selling process he was there to explain to us what was happening and had recommendations on people we could use to get the work done that needed to be done. This took so much stress off of us and we felt cared for through the entire process. I would recommend him to anyone and trust that he is on top of ensuring each client gets the best experience possible because that is what we got with him!
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07/21/2023 - Dwight Young
Matt has helped us find and secure a couple properties here in Fayetteville. His availability and willingness to answer any questions or request would be tough to match. He is not only a great realitor but a trusted consultant as well.
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07/19/2023 - Donna Isabel
Matt was phenomenal! He took care of all concerns and guided us through the buying process. His knowledge, expertise and organization kept us on task making this a very smooth transaction even though it was a long distance purchase. I highly recommend him.
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07/19/2023 - Rickey Isabel
Matt was excelled in every area . He guided us throughout the entire process and took care of all questions and concerns immediately. Very responsive, smart and professional.
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07/17/2023 - Noah Stockwell & Gary Kissell
Matt was very attentive and understanding. We never felt pressured or forced to go any certain way. Matt made the transition very smooth and helped with all questions and concerns that we had.
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07/16/2023 - Kenneth Doty
Matt was always an excellent resource and we wouldn't have been as successful without his perseverance and expertise!
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06/27/2023 - Brian Young
Matt went above and beyond in helping us find the right house. The real value Matt brings to the table is his insight and knowing how to negotiate the best offers to maximize the benefits of the buyer. He always remained available to us and provided excellent service and communication.
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06/19/2023 - Paul Overstreet
I moved out of the house prior to it going up for sale, Matt handled everything. Cleaning, new carpet installation and having the house pressure washed. He was outstanding. The house was sold in 4 days after hitting the market. Matt stayed in constant contact with me and I would absolutely recommend him to others.
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06/16/2023 - Forest Rathfon
Matt was an absolute pleasure to work with! He consistently went above and beyond our expectations to help us find the best home for our family. We are so grateful for his efforts on our behalf! Thanks for everything Matt!
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06/12/2023 - Joshua Richard
Worked with my schedule to drive in over the weekend to look at houses. Did a fantastic job helping me to buy my house while out of town. The staff kept me "in the know" about decisions and timing. Matt listened to my needs/wants and helped me see specifics of the properties. He helped me understand the current market situation and put in a competitive offer. He was able to resolve any issues quickly and calmly. I would absolutely recommend Matt to others!
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06/12/2023 - Sarah McCollim
Matt was great and always answered any of my questions, he helped with any difficulties in a timely manner. I would recommend both Matt and CBA to others.
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06/05/2023 - Lea Newman
He has been very very helpful and patient with us. He answered every questioned we had and if he doesn’t know the answer, he will find one as soon as possible. I definitely enjoyed his company and guidance throughout the whole process. Matt Barrett is a swell man. We are very grateful and fortunate to be blessed with such a great agent.
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05/05/2023 - James Howington
Matt was a blessing to us as we navigated our way through purchasing a home. He is responsive to all your questions, both big and small. His knowledge of all real estate matters and processes will be a great benefit to you. Matt's ability to work with underwriters, appraisers, seller's agents, and attorneys helps ensure a smooth process from beginning to end. Thank you Matt!
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04/05/2023 - John Hunt
Matt was always on top of anything that came up! I highly recommended him to anyone!
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04/02/2023 - Waverly Warrick
Matt was very attentive to our needs and easy to work with.
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04/02/2023 - Dee Warrick
Matt was a pleasure to work with. He was responsive to our questions and requests. He made our home buying process smooth and easy. We are very thankful for his efforts and support.
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03/31/2023 - Katherine Hysell
Matt priced our home perfectly and helped everything go smoothly!
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02/28/2023 - Chris & Deborah Sain
Matt stayed in constant communication and handled all of the transaction by email/text, as much as possible. I would recommend Matt and CBA to others!
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02/24/2023 - Chris Sain
Matt knows his stuff! Would highly recommend him as a realtor.
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02/24/2023 - Deborah Sain
Matt went above and beyond what was expected to help us sell our home. Encouraging and supportive the entire time. Thanks Matt!
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02/16/2023 - John Kellum
Matt is AWESOME!!
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02/08/2023 - Pedro Barraza
We spent a few months looking for the right house. Matt was very helpful and took me to see several houses. He was always professional. I would definitely recommend Matt to my friends and colleagues.
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01/31/2023 - William West
Matt stayed in constant contact and handled all of the details. Agent worked extremely hard to facilitate the deal. Was very knowledgeable and professional, would recommend to others.
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01/31/2023 - William Bullard
Always stays on top of things and always communicating about what is going on and proper steps. This is our second time using Matt Barrett and we will definitely continue to use him in the future.
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01/10/2023 - Russell Newman
Matt did a great job advising us on pricing and interpreting offers. He also did well in dealing with the buyer agent.
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12/02/2022 - Morgan Johnson
This is the second time I’ve used Matt. He’s great! Super easy to work with, and is always prompt. Never have any issues. He always does a good job.
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11/11/2022 - Terry Ciccone
Matt is always a pleasure to work with . He is knowledgeable of our market and always ready to overcome any issues that arise . Personable and friendly ; he works well with other agents too . I highly recommend Matt to anyone looking for an agent to buy or sell !
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11/07/2022 - Duyen Burkett
Matt Barrett was very patient and kind. He was never pushy or overbearing. We found the right home, at the right time and location for our budget. Matt was thorough in explaining everything from the start of our home search all the way through closing, and even afterwards to make sure we were settled after moving in.
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10/21/2022 - Brian M Fairall
We live out of state and were unable to do any of the transaction in person. Matt’s competence and expertise during the selling process gave us the confidence and peace of mind we needed during this stressful time.
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10/13/2022 - Douglas Hicks
Matt went out of his way to help us proceed through a tough probate process...got all five properties sold and even a sixth that fell through due to lack of cooperation amongst siblings. I would hire again/refer without hesitation.
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09/16/2022 - Donna Douglas
Matt did a fantastic job with both the purchase of our new home and the sale of our prior home. Through his guidance and help we were able to sell our home for well above the asking price. Matt did a great job keeping us informed throughout the whole process.
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09/14/2022 - Thomas Douglas
Matt was very patient with us. He was able to answer or questions and provided recommendations for people when we needed work done. Matt was always available for us.
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08/23/2022 - Elvira Alzhanova
Overall, how are we doing?: 5 stars - ExcellentHow likely is it that you would recommend Matt Barrett to a friend or colleague? 10 Extremely LikelySuperior professionalism and effectiveness, outstanding interpersonal skills, exceptional level of expertise and overall experience.
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08/23/2022 - Vladimir Kalajdzhyan
Overall, how are we doing?: (5 stars)How likely is it that you would recommend Matt Barrett to a friend or colleague? 10 Extremely LikelySuperior professionalism and effectiveness, outstanding interpersonal skills, exceptional level of expertise and overall experience.
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08/23/2022 - Not Provided
Matt both listed and sold property while I was residing in another state. Although the undertaking seemed daunting, Matt made the process effortless. He was readily available with any question I had and every conversation began with his taking a personal interest in me. If you're looking for someone who is a man of integrity who keeps his word, look no further. You will be pleased to have Matt as your real estate professional.
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08/22/2022 - Vladimir Kalajdzhyan & Elvira Alzhanova
Matt is a very professional agent. Things he did-1) know your finances, 2) give good financial advice, 3) speak to a lawyer, 4) go house hunting, 5) look at property and budget again, 6) make an offer, 7) instruct your lawyer and finalize, 8) get paperwork, 9) go to your attorney. All of this done with the help of Matt! I would recommend Matt and Coldwell Banker Advantage to others.
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07/11/2022 - Derrick Summers
Everything was handled in a timely manner! Matt was very professional and kept in contact.
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07/05/2022 - Brooke & Brian DeGroft
Matt was professional, readily available when calling/texting, friendly and listened well. He knew the area and was honest with us. He even stayed in touch after closing. We would absolutely recommend Matt to others!
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07/05/2022 - Marcus Woods
Matt communicated often, shared his wealth of knowledge to help me make the best home choice possible.
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07/05/2022 - Susan Stockwell
Good communication with Matt and responds within a few hours.
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05/16/2022 - James Morris
Matt is great! He is informative, truthful and reliable. Matt and CBA handled all details precisely.
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05/16/2022 - Elizabeth & Reed Mikkelsen
Matt was there to answer any of our questions. I knew I would get the answer to anything I needed or did not understand. We would recommend him to anyone!
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04/25/2022 - Michael & Sabrina Lowe
Matt was great in helping us purchase our home while we were out of state. He kept in touch and sent pictures and videos routinely and we were able to do everything online.
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01/31/2022 - John & Stephanie Loehr
Matt was always available to make the transition smooth!!
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10/13/2021 - Kathryn & William Conticello, III
Matt was great, constant communication and candid/effective advice. Very personable, but still professional! We have already recommended him to others.
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08/23/2021 - Nathan & Miuang Phillips
Matt was highly professional and provided excellent advice for a very smooth transaction. One of the best real estate agents I have ever worked with period at all times I felt he represented my interest. CBA did well to hire Matt!
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07/13/2021 - Christopher & Stephanie Dickerson
Matt was always available and I felt he was a real advocate for our interests. He cared that we bought a great house and under the best circumstances.
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06/29/2021 - Culbreth Land & Timber Company LLC
Matt's analysis of the value of the property brought us more money for the sale. He managed the details for both the buyer and seller side. Great communication and professionalism. Matt was a delight to work with!
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06/14/2021 - Jeffery & Natanya King
We were very pleased with the professionalism and knowledge of Matt. He explained the process very thoroughly and kept in touch during the entire sale. I have already recommended him to several people!
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06/14/2021 - Jordan & Samantha Saufley
Buying a home unseen, all the way from Hawaii can cause a lot of uncertainty but Matt's professionalism and personal touch made everything great. I feel that Matt went out of his way in many instances to gather info and answer questions for my wife and I. Additionally, having a 6 hour time difference while in HI, Matt always contacted us at good times and worked late on his end in order to be on normal hours for us. Matt was truly fantastic throughout the whole process!
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05/10/2021 - Nathan & Brianna Meyers
Matt emailed, texted and called frequently throughout the entire process. He made this endeavor as pleasant as possible. Very nice while also professional- would recommend to anyone!
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04/19/2021 - Benjamin & Maria Marquez
Matt was extremely helpful, available at all times and ready to provide professional advice.
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12/14/2020 - Freddie Wilson
Mr. Matt Barrett made suggestions and recommendations and helped me navigate everything that came up during the sale.
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12/14/2020 - David & Heather Miller
Docusign was great! Quick turn-around for signed documents. The photographer Matt hired really made our home attractive to buyers on the internet.
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12/01/2020 - Morgan Johnson
Everything was great!
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11/25/2020 - Not Provided
Found the best home at the best deal thanks to Matt! He’s always eager to help, and responds quickly. I recommend Matt, and will continue to use his help in the future if I ever decide to sell or purchase again.
Matt worked unbelievably hard and truly showed a personal interest in my homebuying experience. Every employee answered my questions and made this process easy and informative. Matt didn't stop working for the best deal I could get. Any hour, any day, any detail - Matt would pick up the phone and call me.
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09/21/2020 - Mark & Cherie Wallace
Matt represented our interest every step of the way. He kept us informed, helped us get the property ready to sell & saved us money! We got 2k more than our asking price for starters. Most realtors (our experience) break contact after "the deal" is made NOT MATT! He restored our faith, trust & confidence in realtors.
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08/27/2020 - Bhalodia
Matt Barrett is great. We appreciated him helping us sell our home. He did everything that we needed to help us, we did not have to travel for our home closing either, it was very nice.
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07/20/2020 - Ryan Smith
Matt helped us purchase our home from a distance due to Covid. He was constantly going above and beyond to help us communicate with our builder. Matt helped us communicate with our builder and fight for us when things got sticky with the builder. HE gifted us our screened-in porch and sod on the side of our house which we are thrilled with.
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07/16/2020 - Kathleen Houp
Matt is the best Realtor! Everything went very smooth and easy. Matt did all that is possible to take care of details. He returned phone calls and emails immediately.
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04/02/2020 - Robert Hosey
Matt is great. My second house using him. Great communication. He handles everything great.
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02/17/2020 - David Morrison
Matt was extremely knowledgeable, was always professional, on the ball, and I felt like he worked for me and my interests. He was always cool, calm, and collective. He insured my priorities we always meet, and most importantly never feed my any false information. Best realtor I Evered work with!
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01/07/2020 - Kimberly Lindsey
Once Matt reached out to me I did not have any anxiety or frustration. The communication between Matt and Heather (Alpha Mortgage) and the Law Office was the key to a awesome transaction. Purchasing this house was easier then buying a car. I love the professionalism of the entire team. The process was seamless.
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10/30/2019 - Roland & Anna Ludlam
Matt stayed in constant communication and was extremely helpful and courteous. His knowledge and understanding of everything helped us to make all of our decisions.
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10/30/2019 - Daniel & Diann Traina
Matt maintained excellent and fast communication, organized, and works at home at times. Successfully marketed the house and found a buyer in less then 2 days.
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09/13/2019 - Robert and Susan Hosey
Handled everything well. Matt was always reachable. Handled everything very quickly. Pushed to get a quick closing. Matt was 100% better then the sellers agent by getting things done. Definitely recommend.
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01/31/2019 - Not Provided
Working with Matt made my experience very easy. Everything he told me he was going to do, he did. He told me what I needed to look out for and recommended some of the most honest people in the business. From the home inspector down to the termite inspector, everyone he recommended worked out great. With his knowledge and him working with my lawyer, we were able to catch a problem before it arose. Matt simplified all of the paperwork for us and answered every question. At times, I felt that we were taking advantage of him because he dedicated a lot of personal time making sure we got the house we were looking for. Matt is truly a team player an awesome realtor, and now a friend. We wouldn't be in our house if it wasn't for Matt.Thanks, Matt!!
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01/26/2019 - Not Provided
Matt was very helpful in deciding updates and repairs needed. He communicated everything quickly regarding the offer and counter offers. He sold and closed my house in 6 weeks. He is a CLASS ACT!
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10/24/2018 - Joy
We found our dream home thanks to Matt. He was very informed on the home and what to expect all every step of the way. He kept us informed of everything along the way and we felt he always had our best interests at heart. Matt was kind and easy to talk to. We will recommend him to anyone who is looking for a great realtor!
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08/15/2018 - Not Provided
Matt was a tireless worker on our behalf. He stopped at nothing to research everything home we were interested in. His attention to detail prevented us from making bad decisions and gave us the confidence we needed to feel confident in our decisions. He provided great value to us and we thank him for that! We definitely recommend!
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08/15/2018 - Not Provided
I asked Matt to represent us in our home search because of his knowledge of this area and his reputation of being a hard worker. He knew exactly how to find what we wanted and was always accessible any time of day or night. We never had to worry about anything because he constantly kept us informed and always followed up to ensure nothing went wrong. We can’t thank him enough for going the extra mile to help us.
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27/00/2005 - Kenneth Wransky
Matt went beyond his requirements, he took extra videos of the property. He checked on the property during bad storm. Any repairs needed he got them done for us. I would recommend to anyone.