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" Kelly was very accommodating and genuinely cares that her clients find the house that is right for them. "

- Pam Campbell

" Kelly was amazing, we are really happy we found her. She did an amazing job helping us sell and purchase our new house. Thanks for everything, highly recommended her 🥰 "

- Angela M

" Dayna Britt was such an amazingly attentive and informative agent! She helped with all aspects of the purchase and made sure we were on top of everything along the way. We would definitely use her again for future real estate transactions. "

- Tsambikose Volonakis

" I have no idea how I would have gotten through my closing without her! She is absolutely amazing and I will recommend her to anyone! Thank you for everything Autumn! "

- Jennifer Cassady

" Chris is an awesome realtor, he was very patient and was always available night and day. I consider myself to be very particular of people I feel comfortable with and do business with. I had other individuals helping make the decisions reference the home buying process and Chris took the time to show passionate to the whole family. Never once did he get inpatient with any of us. We were looking for over 6 months. I would strongly recommend him to family and friends. "

- Herbert M Johnson (Supervisor 120th Reception Battalion )

" Chris stayed with us start to finish. He set up everything for us same day or next day. Always responded to emails texts and phone calls. Couldn’t ask for a better realtor. He did everything!!! Great guy and just down to earth. If it didn’t suit us he found more to show us. Thanks Chris!! "

- Todd Lenke

" Lesa is truly amazing!! She was very responsive and on top of everything every step of the way. "

- Taylor Doria

" Dayna did such a great job assisting us with finding our home! Highly recommend her to anyone in need of an agent. Thank you so much Dayna! "

- Jimmy Harrington

" Meredith did an amazing job and was able to get me in my house quick. She was able to explain everything easily and made the entire process worry free. "

- Mara Washington

" Nicole helped me have the best, smoothest,and incredibly fast experience! That was exactly was needed in my situation and she made it happen! I would recommend this team to anyone I know! "

- Sheila Stanton (Lead Dental assistant )

" Lesa Darnell was amazing from finding my home to helping with every step. It went so smoothly and I was never stressed. She is a great agent that I would recommend to everyone that I know. "

- Sarah Calsing

" Chris is awesome, extremely helpful and knowledgeable. He worked with us on everything, even helped me with my proposal in our new house! He is now helping my brother find his next home. Absolute rockstar, look no further. "

- Michael rupp (Maintenance manager )

" Autumn created an environment of support the whole way, no matter what, doing everything in her power to make the deal work, demonstrating excellent instincts along the way. She is personable and warm, responsive, helpful, and patient (we had a lot of questions!). Highly recommended. "

- Carol Wright (Administrative Specialist)

" I didn't know what a realtor company was or what they did, but I am so glad I had them to help me buy my family's first home. They took care of everything we needed to do and also helped us fight for the things we wanted. "

- Kenneth Toland

" Chris Stone was a phenomenal real estate agent. He helped me understand everything and made the process easy. He was honest, friendly, and always there when I had questions. Chris really cared about helping me find the right home. I’m very happy I worked with him. "

- Patrick Daniels (Buyer)

" Jennifer was amazing. She is very knowledgeable about all aspects of the home buying process, such as inspections, etc…, and she is a genuine advocate for her clients. "

- David Wilson (Customer )

" Ca did such an amazing job helping us with our home purchase, really went above and beyond for us an our new home is totally amazing. I totally recommend you choosing her for your next home purchase. "

- Amber Smith (CA)

" Lesa Darnell was great to work with when I purchased a home in Columbia. Lesa’s advantage over other realtors is that she takes time to get to know you and to understand what you are looking for and what your goals are. Lesa is knowledgeable about the offer and negotiation process and I bought a great house at a great price. She walked me through every step of the way with her knowledge and experience. I highly recommend Lesa. "

- Patricia S. Wagner

" You want Autumn in your corner. She doesn't give up. My wife and I retired to Maine in 2023 and decided to become snowbirds for healthcare reasons. South Carolina checked all the boxes for cost of living, climate, and access to resources. We selected Columbia for our second home. Over the course of five months, Autumn showed us dozens of homes that met our criteria. When we asked her opinion about a property, she gave us a straight answer, good or bad. A lot of homes didn't make the cut. It was hard to get accurate and complete information from the sellers and their agents. Autumn kept the communication going until we learned why it was hard. We were able to back away from bad deals because of her persistence and the quality of information she was able to obtain. Thanks to Autumn, we found a house we loved and she was able to get us the best price, terms, and conditions. Settlement was quick and painless. Thank you Autumn! Bob & Eileen "

- Robert Smout

" Kelly was great. She was fun to work with and helped me a lot through the process of buying my first home. She was very patient while I figured out what houses were more my style, even after sending her a bunch of ones she already knew was not for me but let me figure it out on my own, which was definitely appreciated as it helps me in the long run. Kelly has driven all over columbia for me and was very involved with all the aspects of the homebuying process and made sure I understood everything at every step! "

- Ethan Graham

" I cannot recommend Lindsay enough! She was a huge help in understanding the process of buying a home as a first-time buyer. She answered all questions with a great sense of professionalism. She is very nice, honest, and has a calming presence that has helped us in times when we were overwhelmed and stressed. "

- Bailey J.

" I would recommend using this group for the sale of your home. It was a very very fast sale. Seriously, the next day less than 24 hours. Impressive! What a great team of people. Joe was our agent and he was very supportive and very kind. Everything was made easy enough to understand. Joe was great! "

- LaToya Thomas-Adams

" Lesa was superb in every aspect of our search for a new home in SC. She kept in touch with us throughout the search (sometimes just to check in to see how things were going with the sale of our house in GA). We truly appreciated all of the assistance that she provided and her timely responses to all of our inquiries. Lesa was a joy to work with and we will her pleasant demeanor and excellent customer service. "

- Dorothy Gene Bowden (Retired)

" Lesa was fantastic to work with! She was communicative and flexible and was kind enough to explain things to us as much as needed. We highly recommend her! "

- Emma Buescher

" Autumn was amazing in helping us find a house and making sure we were happy with our choice. She was there when we had questions and she made us feel like we were her friends and cared about us. The whole NextHone agency was great. Would highly recommend. "

- Weber

" CA West was nothing less than amazing. She read all my emotions while choosing a home like she knew me forever. She was very patient and passionate throughout the journey. I would recommend her to anyone for your home buying or selling needs! ❤️🙏🏾 "

- Lakeesha

" Lesa is amazing; she helped us find the perfect house within our purchase price and fulfilled my personal expectations ( big fenced in yard for my two dogs and a nice front porch). She was with me every step of the way from the loan origination to closing day. I can’t say enough great things about her Thank you Lesa!! "

- Teresa Cramer

" Meredith helped me purchase a home in South Carolina so my family and I could have a place to stay when visiting my son at USC. From the very beginning, she was incredibly supportive and knowledgeable, guiding us through a challenging process with an unsteady seller. Even as we were nearing the finish line, unexpected bumps kept popping up. During the final walkthrough—just hours before closing—we found the house still fully lived in, despite the seller having moved to Mexico! Meredith didn’t hesitate to step in and even helped clean the place out herself. She truly went above and beyond. She also generously allowed me to have furniture delivered to her home before the closing date, which made everything so much easier. Her dedication, kindness, and resourcefulness made all the difference. We appreciate you and everything you did for us, Meredith. Thank you for your hard work and for making this possible! "

- Diana Aronin-Gitlin

" All I can say is that I could have not found a better real estate professional than Mr. Dave Weese. He paid close attention to the kind and type of home I was looking for and provided me with listings of homes that were similar in style and price range. He was always available to show me homes I was interested in. Dave was always ready to HELP. What ever was asked of him, he promptly followed up. Not only did I find a new home, I also found a new friend. I highly recommend Mr. Weese to those who want a professional that will go the extra mile in helping you find the home of your dreams. "

- Emerson Senn

" Autumn did exactly what a good real estate agent should do, took care of it all for me. I live a busy life, and I’m not available frequently for chatting. I picked the place, she told me what to pay, what to sign, connected me with financing, and made the process simple and easy. Thank you, Autumn for your work; you’re one of a kind. "

- Myles Thompson (Director, South Carolina Catholic Conference)

" Chris did an excellent job finding my husband and I a house! He was always so responsive and scheduled showings quickly. We owe it to him that we got our new home so quickly because he scheduled a showing the same morning it went on the market and had our offer in that same day. I would highly recommend Chris as an agent and we will be using him to help us in selling our old home. "

- Claire Fisher (Research Lab Manager)

" I highly recommend her. She is the BEST! "

- Zeenat Lila (Senior Research Director)

" Dayna did an amazing job through the entire process of buying a new build. With many hiccups in the process, she was extremely supportive and knowledgeable (even on pieces that were outside her expected lane). First time home buyer and very satisfied with Dayna’s support. "

- Taylor Givens

" Lesa was amazing to work with. She was so helpful throughout the home selling process and was always available to answer our questions or even make suggestions. She kept in constant contact with us throughout it all and she worked hard to get our house sold. We appreciate everything she did for us! "

- Katie Allen

" Chris was great to work with. He’s honest & responsive. We highly recommend him. "

- Christine & Craig Poppe

" This was a great experience. "

- Brian Franklin

" The Shumpert Group was very helpful and supportive from start to finish. I’m thankful for their expertise and guidance in making my home-buying experience a success. "

- Elvin Johnson (Buyer)

" My wife and I had an amazing first time home home buyer experience.Favi Veloz is amazing.From the very first day about hearing about her thru my in-laws,who she also helped find their home, we heard nothing but great things. And we had the privilege of experiencing it for ourselves. Favi is extremely communicative from the beginning to the end. She never left our-side and kept us informed with the smallest details. She was our back bone thru this journey even thru the stressful moments but kept us positive and reminded us that it will all be better. She listen to our wants and needs but also would politely and professionally give us her opinions when we would ask her. I highly recommend Favi Veloz. Thank you! "

- Luis ocampo

" We can thank Autumn enough for her patience and professional expertise while searching for the right home for my husband and I. We found ourselves in good hands throughout the process and I am confident that she will continue to be a success. "

- Eileen Yorke

" My realtor, Chris Stone, was amazing and very responsive. He was comforting by letting me know everything was ok when I’d get overwhelmed and he’d figure out the answers to my frustrations. Was always positive and so easy going. I would definitely recommend my realtor and h the firm he works with. "

- Wendy Atkinson

" Jennifer Smith is just awesome! We met her a few months ago while in town from Florida, and when we decided to buy property here, she was the first one we called. She helped us find a perfect home via videos and her excellent communication. Everything went very smoothly even though we were doing this transaction from out of state! We could not be more pleased. Besides Jennifer's expertise with the real estate market, we also feel like we've gained a new friend! We highly recommend Jennifer and the Next Home team for any real estate needs! "

- Marcile and Jeffrey Auld

" Meredith did an amazing job helping us throughout this process! Everything was handled smoothly and efficiently without any hassles or hiccups! Highly recommend her to anybody who is looking to get into a new home quick and smoothly! "

- Christopher Jordan

" Chris was absolutely phenomenal! From start to finish, his expertise, enthusiasm, and dedication made our home-buying experience a breeze. He listened to our needs, and guided us through every step with patience and clarity. His knowledge of the market and negotiation skills landed us an amazing deal! Chris went above and beyond, answering questions and ensuring every detail was handled flawlessly. Highly recommend to anyone looking for a stress-free, successful real estate experience! "

- Rachel Allen

" Chris has done an excellent job. "

- Mark K

" Kelly was recommended to us by a church friend. Prior to meeting Kelly, our friend spoke so highly of her that we were actually worried our experience would be the opposite -like, when someone recommends a restaurant and you go there and the food is terrible- that's what we were thinking. However, as soon as we met Kelly, we realized that our friend didn't do her justice! She was very informative, explained everything clearly, walked us through each step and was personable the entire time. At times it seemed that she went out of her way to accommodate us or be somewhere for us when we couldn't, but that's just how she is. She isn't a realtor that will do anything for her clients and makes sure you know she does; she's a realtor that does what she would want a realtor to do if she were buying or selling a home. She seemed more like a friend that does real estate than a friendly real estate agent. The realtor for the buyers of our home was difficult and at times unethical but Kelly worked with us, kept us calm, and navigated everything. Don't let the dresses and sandals fool you! When she has to, she puts on her armor and will battle anyone. We ended up getting a great deal selling our home and none of the unethical or shady tactics the other realtor tried worked. Not only will we always recommend her(we already have to a friend of ours,) but we will always have a friend in her. She builds friendships, not customer relationships. "

- Duane Holvey

" I'm an old guy and, at this point in my life, a confirmed skeptic. Once I decided to relocate I began an online search, trying to find a home that fit my specific need - a single family home with a separate in law dwelling. Most of the listed properties offering separate in law apartments contained nothing more than a separate bedroom with a bath. I did find a listing that caught my attention late one afternoon and, even though it was well after dark when I was able to view the place, Mrs. Belknap met me there and showed me around. I was immediately interested. There was a pending offer and I needed to wait until family members could come into town the following weekend to see for themselves. I did make an offer and, thanks to Mrs. Belknap, it was accepted. I was working with a potential lender but Mrs. Belknap put me in touch with a Zillow loan officer with whom she had worked. I was again skeptical, especially when that particular loan officer told me he could likely arrange a mortgage loan with better terms - and an earlier closing. Once I selected Zillow mortgage services I advised Mrs. Belknap of my expectations with regard to the types and quality of the inspections I wanted. She made arrangements for every inspection. The results were excellent; I was truly impressed with the contacts she had and with the relationships she had formed with those various inspectors. Between her and the Zillow loan officer, I was kept in the loop on a daily basis. I am a firm believer that a person's word is their bond. Throughout the process I was never misled; I quickly discovered that not only was Mrs. Belknap a skilled negotiator but also she delivered on every promise. Once the results of the inspections were available she made sure that the necessary remedial actions were completed. On the morning of the closing, she stopped by the home to make sure some last minute tasks were completed to her satisfaction. At that point I had good reason to rely on her judgement. After my mom passed away in 2020 I was tasked with selling her home. My experience at the time left me unimpressed. I can state, without reservation, that I have never had a better experience with a real estate agent. Once my relocation is complete I will be asking Mrs. Belknap to list the home I am vacating. "

- Mike Brown (Satisfied buyer)

" Joe was very friendly. He was a pleasure to work with. He worked hard to get us where we are today! "

- Dawn Cassady

" I cannot recommend CA West and The Shumpert Group highly enough. As first time homebuyers, the process felt overwhelming at times, but they made every step smooth, understandable, and exciting from beginning to end. Their communication, professionalism, and patience were exceptional throughout the entire experience. No question was ever too small, and they consistently went above and beyond to make sure we felt informed and comfortable with every decision. They truly cared about helping us find not just a house, but a home that was right for us. What stood out most was their dedication and genuine support during such an important milestone in our lives. Their knowledge of the market, attention to detail, and willingness to advocate for us gave us complete confidence throughout the process. We are incredibly grateful for everything they did to help us purchase our first home, and we would absolutely recommend them to anyone looking for trustworthy, hardworking, and caring real estate professionals. Respectfully, Harrison and Shaina Smith "

- Harrison and Shaina Smith (Clients)

" My husband I first met our Realtor Kevin in February when we were visiting from Indiana. We had been considering SC for our new place to call home. Immediately, we felt comfortable with Kevin. He was very knowledgeable, explained SC housing market, local & surrounding cities of Columbia. He remained in touch for several months via text messages and email. Kevin spent long days showing us several homes until we found the perfect one that checked all our boxes. He remained patient, understanding, and professional during a stressful time in our lives, relocating between states. Qe highly recommend Kevin L. for your next realtor needs! "

- ELizabeth Lehman

" Lesa was absolutely fantastic throughout our home-buying journey. As first-time homebuyers, we were completely new to the process, and from our very first meeting, she took the time to understand our goals, priorities, and timeline. She kept those objectives in mind throughout our search and provided thoughtful guidance every step of the way. Over the course of two months, we viewed a significant number of homes, and Lesa consistently remained honest, transparent, and patient. She was always available by phone or text and never hesitated to arrange last-minute showings when promising new listings came on the market. One thing that truly set her apart was the personal care she showed our family. We often brought our two young children along, and Lesa would happily help keep an eye on them while my wife and I toured the homes. Her kindness and willingness to go above and beyond made what could have been a stressful process feel enjoyable and comfortable. When we finally found the perfect home, Lesa worked tirelessly to negotiate the best possible deal on our behalf. We relied heavily on her expertise when evaluating comparable sales and determining whether asking prices aligned with market value. She also provided valuable insight into the long-term resale potential of properties, which was especially important to us as we considered our future plans. By the end of the process, it felt less like working with a real estate agent and more like searching for a home with a trusted family member. Lesa made the entire experience exceptional, and we are incredibly grateful for her dedication, professionalism, and genuine care. We would not hesitate to work with her again and highly recommend her to anyone looking to buy or sell a home. "

- Mohammad Khan (Physician)

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