Client Testimonials

"Wonderful Ally"

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 backyard. With Anakatrina's help, I made an offer, and after the usual round of counteroffers, 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.

Andy A.

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5.0/5.0

"Professional, Courteous, and Empathetic."

First, let me say, you can't go wrong with The Barrentine Group. Professional, courteous, and empathetic. No bait and switch with this realty 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 you're also in competition with other buyers. AK had offer and counteroffer documents in my email so fast, it 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 processes 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.

Shalmar N.

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5.0/5.0

"Knowledgeable, Professional, and Proactive"

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 to 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 proactive.

Lesley M.

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5.0/5.0

"The Gold Standard"

A "FANDERFUL" EXPERIENCE! John, Chuck, Sharon and Mike made me feel as if I were their only client. They listened and responded to my concerns. They went above and be-yond what was expected! They made me feel part of the team explaining their strategy, procs and cons of various projects, etc. it was reassuring knowing how knowledgeable and experienced they were. Additionally, they handled all the work that needed to be done to the property. They had the additional job of interacting with a tenant; they did that superbly! I have experienced numerous real estate transactions; this was the BEST of all!! It definitely is the GOLD standard!

Gina T.

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5.0/5.0

"Integrity, Experience, and Compassion."

The Barrentine Group with John Barrentine and Chuck Marquardt at the lead made our cross country move almost luxurious! Chuck and John are grounded in their integrity, experience, and compassion. They anticipated, negotiated, inserted humor at just the right moments (and boy moving requires a little laughter) and their proven strategy for selling homes got us top dollar.

Our only regret is that we've moved so far away that we can't have them over for dinners, parties, and family holidays. They are great!

Dean R.

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5.0/5.0

"Professional Attitude"

I have nothing but good things to say about working the Barrentine Group and our Agent, Anakatrina Waltz! My partner and I are first time home buyers and she helped walk us through every step of the process. Its obvious, when working with Anakatrina, that she truly wants the best for her clients.

She was patient with us, quick to respond to texts and emails, and always had a positive and professional attitude. We will definitely be reaching out should we need an agent in the future!

Lexie G.

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5.0/5.0

"Highly Recommend"

I highly recommend the Barrentine Group for everyone’s real estate needs. I bought a house with the assistance and representation of the Barrentine Group and they were very diligent and professional in all dealings with me and the seller. They made the buying process as simple as possible. I have also enlisted the Barrentine Group's help with renting a unit on my property and listing my property for sale. In all my dealings with them, I have found them helpful, caring, and efficient in getting the job done! They go above the normal job requirements and take care of their clients to the full extent! I will use them again when the time comes for another purchase!

Asher S.

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5.0/5.0

" You're the Best!"

From the moment I met the team from the Barrentine Group, I was impressed. John Barrentine is a highly knowledgeable, energetic, motivated professional. He was very creative in making the sale of my house fast, stress-free, and bringing in top dollar. He customized a plan that promised all of the above and delivered. He remained positive, upbeat, and energetic throughout the process. His team supports him with efficiency and professionalism, and he sold my house for top dollar! I have already recommended him to two of my close friends and I would definitely use him again myself. Thank you, John Barrentine and the whole team, at the Barrentine Group, you’re the best!

Dana L.

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5.0/5.0

"Above and Beyond"

We cannot recommend our team at the Barrentine Group highly enough. We worked with John Barrentine, Chuck Marquardt, and their entire team. During the process, there were quite a few ups and downs with the sale, and we were very happy with how the team handled them with us and the end results. There were some additional issues that came up regarding the condition of the house during the inspections, and we had already moved out of state. The Barrentine Group went above and beyond to handle these issues during our absence and made sure the house closed on schedule. Again, could not be happier to recommend their amazing work ethic and the skills they brought to the process.

Bill B.

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5.0/5.0

"Could Not Have Been Better"

Our experience could not have been better! From the moment we hired the Barrentine Group to sell our home, we felt cared for and had confidence we were in the best possible hands. The Barrentine Group explained every step of the process in detail and made it clear from the outset that they would work around our family’s schedule and needs and they would take care of every detail. They did not disappoint. They’re experienced, savvy, know the market, and pay particular attention to our neighborhood. In addition, they are truly kind, caring, and honest people who take pride in their work.

They advised us about which home improvements would be worthwhile and which weren’t necessary; they arranged for all estimates from contractors, scheduled all work, and oversaw the process. They knew the best time to put the house on the market, they created a top-notch website and marketing campaign, and they quickly sold the house within the range we had hoped for (and near the price they had predicted).

There are so many variables and so many details to look after in selling a home that you want the peace of mind of knowing you’re in good hands and someone knowledgeable will be handling the process. With the Barrentine Group, we never had any doubt of their ability or integrity. We certainly hope to work with them again in the future.

Tom F.

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5.0/5.0

" The Best Choice"

I knew moments into my first meeting with the Barrentine Group team they were the best choice to sell my property. I'd met the Barrentine Group agent years ago at an open house and was so impressed I kept his information and when it came time to sell my property, reached out. He'd since moved back east (still with the company), but John and Chuck stepped right in with the same impressive knowledge and energy.

Whether it was arranging for the different inspections and contractors to advise on fixes and showing aspects--John, Chuck, and the rest of the team were there every step of the way. They were extremely thorough and efficient while being thoughtful and accommodating to my family's schedule and those of the tenants. They knew the best price point, listing time, and marketing schedule--and they couldn't have been more right. The property sold very quickly and for exactly what they'd predicted.

Selling a home can be an overwhelming process, but it never felt that way with the Barrentine Group. The level of integrity in their office gave me so much peace of mind. John is a straight shooter and I always felt informed and like I was in the best care. I hope to work with them again in the future.

Rose W.

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5.0/5.0

"Incredible"

The Barrentine Group team is incredible.

We had the opportunity to work with one of the Barrentine Group's Buyer Agents and their Client Care Manager. Let me tell you; they have GREAT communication within their team, thus making the whole purchasing process for us much faster and easier. They respond promptly and if you ask them a question and they don’t know, they track down the information in order to give you the right answer.

Another thing we liked about the Barrentine Group; they have systems and procedures in place to ensure the ESCROW process goes smoothly. Another thing I would like to add; our agent did a great job in negotiating and getting us the best price for the property, very thankful for that. We did have a lot of paperwork to e-sign and many questions to ask, but all were answered in a kind and professional manner. For all these reasons, we highly recommend the Barrentine Group! Our new house closed in less than 30 days and this was because of the great professionalism and great communication skills of their team.

THANK YOU!

Alexander R.

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5.0/5.0

"A Wonderful Experience"

John and Chuck are knowledgeable, passionate, honest, they know their neighborhoods, the laws, the codes, the schools, all of it. They listened to my concerns, answered all my questions, and then answered them all again. They are patient and truly care about making their clients happy. We ran into some issues with overseas wiring from the buyers and the Barrentine Group stayed on top of it every second and represented me beautifully. I hated leaving my home of 21 years but through it, they remained upbeat and were a calming presence. They're also just a lot of fun. I've bought and sold several properties over the years, and so many real estate agents say what you want to hear to get you as a client and then turn out to be tremendous disappointments. This was not the case with the Barrentine Group. They're the only agents I have ever written a review about and the only ones I would ever recommend. And I've worked with a lot of them.

Meg

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5.0/5.0

" The A Team"

All we can say is that this is most definitely the A-Team!!! From Chuck’s annual visit to fill us in on local neighborhood transactions and moves in the market, to John’s charisma, professionalism, local market knowledge, never-ending patience, unending enthusiasm, rapid-fire responses, and just plain warmth and friendliness, there is no team like this gang at the Barrentine Group! Their soft touch and willingness to hold our hands throughout won us over, and we couldn’t be happier that he did! If you’re looking for the top tier, these are your guys at the helm. Having spent 20+ years in residential real estate in NYC, it’s not often that a team can actually make it FUN to handle as an emotional transaction as selling the house in which you raised your children...But these guys are just the absolute best!!

A. Oliver

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5.0/5.0

"Good Hands"

Like many first-time home buyers, I initially thought that I could find a home to buy on my own using listing sites. I was wrong. After an incredible amount of frustration and spinning my wheels trying to figure out how to purchase a property, I called the Barrentine Group. From the moment they picked up the phone I knew I was in good hands. The very next weekend they came to show me some properties. They immediately honed in on exactly what I was looking for, were exceedingly knowledgeable about the entire process, and were generally wonderful to be around. Within just a week they leveraged their network to find me my dream home that was not yet on the MLS. On top of that, they were somehow able to talk the seller down 10% off the list price! The Barrentine Group made the close process simple and easy by informing me of exactly what I need to know, and nothing I don't. During the whole process, they were essentially on call 24/7 to answer any questions I had. I can't say enough about the Barrentine Group; I'd never do business with anyone else.

THANK YOU!

Cullen Z.

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5.0/5.0

"Helpful, Caring, and Efficient"

I highly recommend the Barrentine Group for everyone's real estate needs. I bought a house with the assistance and representation of the Barrentine Group. They were very diligent and professional in all dealings with me and the seller. They made the buying process as simple as possible. I have also enlisted the Barrentine Group's help with renting a unit on my property and listing my property for sale. In all my dealings with them, I have found them helpful, caring, and efficient in getting the job done! They go beyond the normal job requirements and take care of their clients to the full extent! I will use them again when the time comes for another purchase!

Carol F.

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5.0/5.0

"If You're Serious About Selling Your House"

The Barrentine Group team is the most pleasant, enjoyable people to work with - but that was just an added bonus when they sold our home. They really know the market and laid out a strategy that had our home sold after 1 weekend, with multiple offers all well above asking. That's what really counts. And they made sure the deal closed without any problems, navigating us through a couple of issues that came up during inspections.

This is a team you want if you're serious about selling your house.

A. Oliver

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5.0/5.0

"Superb"

John Barrentine and the entire team at the Barrentine Group was superb. John advised me to move out of the house I was selling and get settled into my new surroundings while they took care of the details to get the house sold. I was terribly sick at the time, yet the advice was perfect. I moved into my new home and the minute I was out, John's team was in getting the house ready to be shown. In very little time and with absolutely no inconvenience to me, the house was sold. Excellent work, they also got me a price I was dreaming and hoping for!

Suzette S.

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5.0/5.0

"Great People"

We had a lot of issues come up with the condition of our home. The Barrentine Group jumped into action and went above and beyond what I'm sure any other group could do. We had already moved out of state so there was no way we could have dealt with these surprises that came up after our inspection. We can't recommend this team highly enough. Great people, easy to communicate with, and we very much felt taken care of.

Rick B.

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5.0/5.0

"Very Thorough"

The Barrentine Group was our representation for a house we just closed on. Throughout the process, our Buyer Agent was professional, warm, responsive, and thoughtful. He reviewed timelines and details when needed and often worked at night and weekends to help facilitate the process and communicate to us all. The entire Barrentine Group is very thorough and we will recommend them to anybody with much enthusiasm.

Risa S.

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5.0/5.0

"Smoothest Transaction"

I run a successful real estate team in Manhattan Beach and just closed a deal on one of our listings with the crew at the Barrentine Group. It was one of the smoothest transactions I've had in a long time. They are incredibly professional and communicative and a pleasure to work with. Their Buyer Agent represented his client’s interests while working toward common solutions. I look forward to working together again soon.

Greg G.

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5.0/5.0

"Great Fortune"

Nobody knows the Wilshire Vista area better than the Barrentine Group. They were an incredibly valuable asset in assessing all matters pertaining to my purchase of a triplex. What great fortune to have their years of expertise! I highly recommend them.

Kat W.

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5.0/5.0

"Genuine Personas"

I met the Barrentine Group through a referral and really admired their genuine personas and confidence in helping me buy my first home. The whole process proceeded quickly. There were issues that came up, but the Barrentine Group helped advise me and I really valued their opinion. I highly recommend the Barrentine Group team!

Josi C.

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5.0/5.0