Testimonials
There are many things I can say about the high quality of service I provide to my home seller and home buyer clients, but probably none would be as credible as testimonials from some of my recent clients themselves.
So please take a moment to read the following testimonials. I hope they indicate my experience and integrity, as well as make it clear how much I enjoy helping people with their real estate needs.
I would be happy to email you additional testimonials if you are interested.
"We were so pleased with Kerry every step of the way. She is incredibly knowledgeable and always up on currrent market trends and changes. She went above and beyond the job of a real estate agent and helped us find financing options, gave us amazing counsel, and was always available to us. She even talked us through the tough times and helped us 'hang in there' until we found what we wanted. We never felt like Kerry was pushy or trying to lead us in the wrong direction because she always had our best interest in mind. We will definitely be using her in the future because more than anything we trust her and consider her our friend!"
Alisa & Brian S. (May 2010)
"As first time homebuyers, we didn't know much about the home buying process. We were referred to Kerry by our lender. Kerry helped us understand the process as we walked through every step together. She gave us a lot of information and made sure we understood every step that we were taking. But with Kerry, it didn't feel like just a business transaction. We developed a genuine friendship with her. She looked out for our interests. She knew about first time homebuyer programs in our area that we could use to get the most out of the budget with which we were working. She was never pushy and was always helpful in finding places that matched our needs. She knew us well enough to know exactly what we were looking for, neighborhoods that were acceptable for us, and the style of home that we would like. When we finally had an offer accepted and were put through the grueling process of escrow, she helped us every step of the way. She made sure we were getting what we wanted and what we needed. Even after escrow closed, we were still in close contact with her, as we had problems getting the previous owner out. She made sure that we were happy and helped us, even when it wasn't necessarily her responsibility. We are so happy that we were able to work with Kerry and I would refer her (and have referred her) to friends without reservation."
Kiersten & Taylor Smith (April 2010)
"Kerry Smock is an excellent realtor who I would recommend to anyone looking to buy/sell a house. She does her job in a professional way, stays in contact throughout the whole process, and will put you in touch with reputable associates who will also meet your expectations, i.e. lender, house inspector, etc. Kerry guided me through the entire process from start to finish, answered my questions and educated me about the market and customary procedures. Kerry really listened to my needs and desires right from the beginning so that we were able to narrow the search for a home, saving me time from looking at properties that weren’t right for me. At the same time, she showed me a variety of homes and patiently waited for me to choose the one that was right for me. Kerry also honored my price range and never pushed me to view homes that were beyond my means. Even after the escrow closed. Kerry stayed in touch with me on a regular basis to make sure I was satisfied with my new home. I will definitely ask Kerry to be my realtor again in the future."
Sincerely,
Kenny & Susan (March 2010)
"A friend of mine referred me to Kerry when we were both looking for a home at the same time. I had a different Realtor at the time however, after going to look for homes with Kerry, my home buying experience was completely different. Kerry is very knowledgeable, with many different programs that are available to first time home owners. The program I qualified for had many different guidelines and was a little confusing. What we did not know, she made sure to find out. Her help throughout every step of this process and her professionalism was greatly appreciated. I love my new home."
Martha (March 2010)
"We were introduced to Kerry through someone we met at a first time home-buyers class. We had never even thought about looking for a home before, and had a limited budget. Kerry helped us honestly assess what we were most looking for in a home and what we could reasonably expect to find, making sure we took factors into account that perhaps we hadn't thought of before. On more than one occasion, Kerry prevented us from getting involved in a home that we may have developed an emotional attachment to, but would have proven disastrous for us in the long run (cracked slab, complicated plumbing problems, etc). When we did find a home that worked for us on many levels, Kerry patiently saw us through a long and involved short sale process. Even when 11th hour complications popped up, Kerry helped keep us and the sellers on track to the conclusion of our transaction. We love our new home, a much larger and nicer home then we thought would be possible with our budget. We look forward to raising our two young girls there for many years to come. Thank you, Kerry, you helped us find not just a house, but a home. "
- Gretchen & Michael Davis
"I just recently purchased my first home. As a 1st time home buyer it was important to me to have someone knowledgeable and trustworthy to help me through the entire process. I entrusted my home search and ultimate purchase with Kerry Klindtworth Smock at Keller Williams Realty. Kerry was key in helping me find the perfect home. She was patient in helping me search for the ideal home. She was also able to educate me through the entire process and make me feel comfortable with each decision I made through that process, with no pressure at all. I ultimately found the best home for me and closed escrow on my 1st home! Kerry was instrumental in that process and would recommend anyone looking to purchase a home to utilize the expertise of Kerry, she is guaranteed to help you find your dream home!"
-Cindy Milligan (July 2009)
"About mid to late 2008, my wife and I decided the townhouse in Carmel Valley just had to go. Lorraine is a Family Therapist and I'm a Psychologist and Lawyer, and we considered many possible approaches to finding a realtor. We were referred to Kerry, and I initially bristled at the thought of paying full fare. What for? What could she do that the others couldn't?
The answer? Probably nothing. But...that's probably the wrong question. A better one: what DID she do? I'll tell you.
SHE DID EVERYTHING. SHE DID IT FAST. CORRECTLY THE FIRST TIME. NO MISTAKES. NO MISUNDERSTANDINGS. SUPERB AND INTELLIGENT PREDICTION OF WHAT THE MARKET WOULD BEAR. NO DELAYS. NO...BALONEY. WELL CHOSEN, WELL TIMED CONCERTED ACTION. What a RELIEF.
The outcome?
Our townhouse sold for our asking price in a precipitously falling market ahead of at least one other in our complex that was NICER THAN OURS. Game, set, match.
She did all the plain realtor stuff, with the documents, with the pricing, with the preparation. When I couldn't get over there to water the grass, she did that too. Not to promise she'll get out the forklift, but she might try.
Was it worth it? YES.
There's more. After the deal was done and long done, I was looking for help with a problem that arose in a land investment in Boise, Idaho. I asked Kerry if she just happened to know anybody there. She said no, and I forgot I'd asked her. Perhaps a week later she called and said she'd contacted an Idaho realtor she remembered from a conference, and had a referral to a real estate attorney in Boise. "I can't personally vouch for his skills, but I think he's at least well-connected." It turned out that he practices with the son of the newly elected Senator of Idaho, was exceedingly bright, and referred me onward very well. This little vignette reflects what it's like to deal with Kerry. All the expectations will be exceeded. Surprises will arise. More than one's share of those will resolve well if Kerry has her hand in the deal.
In sum, she did absolutely everything, and did it all very well. She is exceedingly competent and helped us to be realistic and successful. This is everything an agency relationship ideally should be. I live by referrals. This is a good one."
Scott and Lorraine Weiner
Del Mar, CA
(858) 259 - 6889
"Kerry exceeded our expectations in helping us find & purchase our first home. She’s an expert on real estate, professional and diplomatic. She didn’t miss a beat during the closing process and her warm personality got us through the tedious paperwork. We would definitely recommend Kerry to our friends."
- Cristy Boisvert & Cheng Wang
As first time homebuyers, we were very nervous about entering into the world of real estate. With the plethora of advice, websites, emails, news and the constant barrage of information regarding purchasing a home, we were very skeptical about the entire process and were considering postponing the search until sometime in the future. However, we didn’t want to miss out on the extremely low interest rates and the rock bottom prices of homes. That is where we turned to Kerry. From the beginning, she was very helpful in untangling the real estate jargon and information. At our first meeting, she had put together some homebuyer packets that included helpful tips on moving and copies of paperwork that we would be required to sign and read over when we purchased a home. This allowed us to be well informed on the legal aspects of home buying and prepared us for doing our own research regarding where we would like to live. The packet also included useful phone numbers and services that were very helpful.
Unlike other realtors we have worked with, Kerry was never pushy and seemed genuinely interested in helping us find a right home and not just making a sale. She was very patient and would come over to our house in the evenings to go over paperwork line by line so we understood it. Aside from the real estate work, there were many personal things that Kerry did that set her apart from many of the other realtors. When we came home from the hospital after our son was delivered, we found a gift from Kerry on our doorstep filled with baby clothes. All the small personal flourishes added up to a great agent. Thanks to Kerry, we are now moved into our fabulous new home, which we purchased at a great price, and is perfect for starting a family. We have recommended Kerry to all of our friends who are thinking about buying a house. Kerry will not only help you find the perfect home, but her vast knowledge and endless list of contacts will make moving into the home a pleasant and worry – free endeavor.
Thank you Kerry for making our first home purchase such an enjoyable (and painless) experience!
Best Regards,
Kara, Terrence and Baby Taj Coleman.
"It had been a very long time since I had been in the Real Estate market, when circumstances made me, once again, take the plunge and buy a Condominium for my son and his wife. Your help was completely invaluable, nothing escaped your attention, the smallest item was taken care of in record time. Due to your diligence, many things I had forgotten about were pointed out to me and put straight. Even after my son moved into the Condo, you were constantly checking that all was well. I knew that if I was worried about something, all I had to do was to get in touch with Kerry and you would take care of it for me within a few hours time. Thank you so much Kerry, I will heartily recommend you to everyone I know as the best Real Estate Lady in the market. Thank you again and again."
Regards and Best Wishes from Maureen Wilcox
"It is with pleasure that we write to recommend the services of Kerry Klindtworth. She made the process of selling our condo and buying our new home as easy and painless as possible. In selling our condo, she provided excellent advice on preparing the condo for sell. After following her advice and listing our condo, we accepted an offer in less than 2 weeks. In looking for our new house, she listened to what we wanted and then showed us houses until we found the perfect one for us. She recommended the very best in the field to aid us through the process, from a loan officer to a house inspector. Kerry was professional, conscientious, and motivated. We always felt as though we were her only client. I would be delighted to answer any specific questions regarding Kerry’s performance. I may be reached at 858-564-9342."
Sincerely,
Kara Vander Linden
"As a first time homebuyer, I had many apprehensions about jumping into the world of home ownership. Kerry was great- not only was she my rock through the whole process, but she has been great in the post sales process checking in to make sure everything was going well, answering all of my questions, and being a great source of information. Kerry has made herself readily available to me throughout and after the entire escrow process and I will definitely be calling Kerry in a few years when it is time to sell. I would recommend her services to anyone who is thinking about jumping into the real estate market - you will not be disappointed."
