Testimonials

I recently purchased a home in the San Fernando Valley. My agent, Anakatrina Waltz, was a really wonderful ally throughout the process. I use the word "ally" quite deliberately, as she went above and beyond the role of a business-oriented partner with skin in the game. House-hunting is a painful, sometimes stressful process, and the entire real estate ecosystem is incredibly distasteful. Buyers can't help but think that everybody involved is out only for themselves. Anakatrina was a great advocate for me, watching out for my interests, and making sure I didn't waste time considering houses that really didn't meet my criteria, or that might reflect a compromise I would come to regret. One example: early in the roughly 4-month house-hunting process, I saw what appeared to be an ideal home that "checked the boxes" I had set out as minimum criteria especially the wonderfully landscaped back …

I recently purchased a home in the San Fernando Valley. My agent, Anakatrina Waltz, was a really wonderful ally throughout the process. I use the word "ally" quite deliberately, as she went above and beyond the role of a business-oriented partner with skin in the game. House-hunting is a painful, sometimes stressful process, and the entire real estate ecosystem is incredibly distasteful. Buyers can't help but think that everybody involved is out only for themselves. Anakatrina was a great advocate for me, watching out for my interests, and making sure I didn't waste time considering houses that really didn't meet my criteria, or that might reflect a compromise I would come to regret. One example: early in the roughly 4-month house-hunting process, I saw what appeared to be an ideal home that "checked the boxes" I had set out as minimum criteria especially the wonderfully landscaped back yard. With Anakatrina's help, I made an offer, and after the usual round of counter-offers, it was accepted. At the inspection, I had an opportunity to spend a few hours in the home, and noticed that it really would not have been entirely suitable. I had been so seduced by the back yard that I hadn't noticed how small the kitchen was, and how much physical modification would have to be made to make the inside suitable for me. Anakatrina was very supportive of my decision to cancel escrow on that home, and helped reassure me that I would get my earnest deposit back. There are other examples I can cite of her helpfulness, but suffice to say that Anakatrina found the home that met my criteria, helped with the offer and counter-offer process, helped through all the steps of escrow, offered me referrals for workers who could address the findings from the inspection, and reassured me that she would be available even after I moved in to help answer questions or concerns that might come up as I familiarized myself with my new home. Anakatrina was invaluable throughout this process, and I will always be grateful for her help and support.

In early March 2021, because of a new job opportunity, my daughter and I decided to look for a two bedroom, two bath condo for her in the LA area, commuting distance to Hollywood. After having done some research on reputable real estate agents and brokers, I had a consultation with Silvia and John of The Barrentine Group (fka Red Real Estate Group). I found this consultation to be particularly productive, because in a brief period of time, I was able to better understand some of the local market practices and the current real estate market trends of Los Angeles. It built my trust and confidence in their ability to help us. More importantly, it gave both of us the opportunity to connect on a personal level with both John and Silvia, an important part of establishing a productive and successful working relationship. We had a long wish list attached this goal, and shared it with Silvia who …

In early March 2021, because of a new job opportunity, my daughter and I decided to look for a two bedroom, two bath condo for her in the LA area, commuting distance to Hollywood. After having done some research on reputable real estate agents and brokers, I had a consultation with Silvia and John of The Barrentine Group (fka Red Real Estate Group). I found this consultation to be particularly productive, because in a brief period of time, I was able to better understand some of the local market practices and the current real estate market trends of Los Angeles. It built my trust and confidence in their ability to help us. More importantly, it gave both of us the opportunity to connect on a personal level with both John and Silvia, an important part of establishing a productive and successful working relationship. We had a long wish list attached this goal, and shared it with Silvia who was our primary point person throughout the process. From March through mid-May, the three of us exchanged numerous links to potential properties that seemed interesting online. Silvia helped us identify and see 9-10 of the top choices over a weekend in May. She clearly knew the market, was terrific about showing us the broader neighborhoods, informing us about their characteristics and trends, helping us revisit properties on short notice and assisting us in our offer to buy the property of our choice. She was very helpful and responsive during the closing process, arranging for the inspection, overseeing the delivery and execution of disclosures and documents, and helping us get the transaction done efficiently and smoothly. I would highly recommend Silvia, her colleagues and The Barrentine Group. They are knowledgeable, professional and pro-active.

First, let me say, you can't go wrong with The Barrentine Group. Professional, courteous and empathetic. No bait and switch with this reality company. My real estate agent, Anakatrina Waltz (AK), first started our journey off with a face to face or Zoom consultation. She went over everything that would take place, down to the most minute detail. She also discussed variables, assurances, protections and contingencies you have in place as a buyer. Being a first time homeowner, comes with some fears and anxieties. After the initial consultation was over, I felt at ease and that she would fight tooth and nail for me, AND SHE DID! AK walked the journey with me, always reigning me back in when my eyes got bigger than my budget. She has a background in property management so she can spot a quick flip, cheaply done property. Often, when you get down process of making an offer, expediency is the …

First, let me say, you can't go wrong with The Barrentine Group. Professional, courteous and empathetic. No bait and switch with this reality company. My real estate agent, Anakatrina Waltz (AK), first started our journey off with a face to face or Zoom consultation. She went over everything that would take place, down to the most minute detail. She also discussed variables, assurances, protections and contingencies you have in place as a buyer. Being a first time homeowner, comes with some fears and anxieties. After the initial consultation was over, I felt at ease and that she would fight tooth and nail for me, AND SHE DID! AK walked the journey with me, always reigning me back in when my eyes got bigger than my budget. She has a background in property management so she can spot a quick flip, cheaply done property. Often, when you get down process of making an offer, expediency is the weapon of choice. Not only are you making offers to the seller but your also in competition with other buyers. AK had offer and counteroffer documents in my email so fast, it's was astounding. We were never late to the party. The process went down just like she explained in the consultation. I'm not going to mislead you. Not all home buying process's go as smoothly as mine did, but I can tell you one thing, if I were in a jam, I wouldn't want anyone in my corner except The Barrentine Group.