RAVE REVIEWS

“We are pleased to provide this unsolicited letter of recommendation for Lisa Whittaker. As a couple who have relocated cross-country many times, we’ve been buyers and sellers of homes over a dozen times. In all our experience with real estate agents, Lisa stands out for her professionalism, enthusiasm, energy and drive for results. Absolutely no one has been comparable. We were referred to Lisa by an experienced local developer and real estate investor. In the midst of a slow and crowded market we were intent on selecting an agent who could deliver results. After interviewing and checking references for numerous agents, we selected Lisa because she and her team brought a level of detail and experience that no other agent could match:

1. A detailed market analysis that derived valuation using multiple approaches
2. A marketing plan that was multi-faceted and comprehensive, and
3. A history of successful transactions.

In contrast to other agents who talked a big game about their personal brand and attempted to win the listing with inflated price promises, Lisa educated us on the market so we could reach a decision on the value and listing price of our home. She clearly knows her market and is prepared to invest time and money to produce results. Once hired, Lisa’s team delivered. She and her professional photographer prepared an impressive brochure for our home; so beautiful that we wondered why we were selling. She and her assistant Heather quickly listed our home and proceeded to place advertisements, set agent tours, and host open houses endlessly. We received copies of every publication where she advertised, weekly reports on web site hits, and a detailed report on who visited our home. Her team followed up after every showing to get feedback from agents and buyers. It was this follow-up that eventually led us to negotiations with the ultimate buyer. Every time we called Lisa, we reached her personally, not someone junior who is learning the ropes and handles clients after the rainmaker gets the listing agreement signed. She has a team for support but you receive her personalized attention. In a professional service business we think that makes all the difference. Lisa was able to sell our house in a crowded market with deteriorating conditions. We were very happy with the results and wish her and her future clients success, in fact, we’re sure they’ll have it.”

- The Stewarts

“We could not have been more impressed with Lisa. She was on top of everything, very efficient and a pleasure to work with. We have already referred friends to her.- Sammamish, Washington

“I’m writing to share about the experience our family has had working with Lisa Whittaker of Coldwell Banker Bain. We met Lisa about three years ago when we began to think about moving. We had lived in the same house in Medina for seventeen years and just wanted a change. We met Lisa when we contacted her about a listing she had in Clyde Hill.

We knew immediately that she was the agent we wanted to work with. We embarked on listing our home with Lisa and spending months looking for just the right house. Honestly, I thought she would become weary for all the houses we looked at, but quite the contrary. She was tirelessly cheerful and patient throughout the entire process. She made us feel like we were her only clients. She always had time, often on a moment’s notice, if we felt the need to talk or meet regarding any question or issue.

I could go on and on about her many qualities, but the ones we have appreciated most are her uncompromising professionalism, integrity, impeccable follow-through and possibly most, her kindness and humility. We have truly gained a special friend, and I’m sure we are not the first clients who have felt this way.In addition to her these qualities, she is an extremely talented brochure designer. She works with a top-notch photographer, and really has a gift for writing and layout. I know our brochure helped sell our home.

As much for your benefit as Lisa’s, I hope you will consider working with her. I’m sure you will be as happy with that decision as we have been!”

- Susan Trimble

“I would like to begin by saying that I truly have only positive things to say about Lisa. Our family has been working with Lisa for about three years now and it all began when we decided to put our house, which we had lived in for seventeen years, on the market. I was sixteen and this was a hard time to move with being so busy and overwhelmed with high school, but Lisa made it as stress free for our family as it could ever be! We had no big reason to move other than that we were ready for a change and that it would be positive for our family. Our family would only move if we found something better than or equal to the quality of our house. This meant a lot of work on Lisa’s part, but she more than conquered and proved she could easily take the challenge.

From the beginning of our listing Lisa took us under her wing. When we would like to look at a house, she always seemed to be available. The whole time I have known Lisa I have never heard her complain and she never was demanding. She is very professional but very much like your girl-next-door. Whenever we’d have a meeting, she was always so organized and well prepared. When I was younger she even gave my sister and me some cool Italian paper clips which she uses!

Another wonderful thing is that she works with a very talented photographer to say the least. When the pictures of our house were developed for the brochure, I was completely blown away by the quality and appeal they had. They were better than real life! Lisa designs her own brochures and you will probably see some of them. Needless to say, she is a talented designer, and I think they helped sell our house.

We decided to do some remodeling on our new home. My dad decided to ask Lisa if she knew of someone who might be willing to rent their home for a few months. Within a week she had found a client who had already moved who was willing to rent their house to us, and they lived less than a half mile away! During my senior year and my sister’s junior year it was important for us to be able to concentrate on our studies, and this house is perfect.

To sum up our family’s experience with Lisa, it was as pleasant as it could be. Lisa has truly become a close friend and has such a compassionate heart. From sitting down at Starbucks for a cup of coffee to filling out final papers in buying our new home, each experience has been such a memorable, positive one.

I hope that I have been able to give you a little window of insight into how much our family appreciates Lisa and the joy that she has brought to our lives. Please take all that I have expressed about Lisa Whittaker into consideration if you are choosing a real estate agent.”

- Medina, Washington

“A home is more than a house. Its structure is the sanctuary for our family. Many of life’s events have transpired here, and as a result, there is a web of emotions that are contained within these walls. Knowing the foregoing is what makes Lisa Whittaker a leap above all the rest.

Selling a home is not an easy undertaking – whether it is $150,000 or $10 million. But Lisa is a true professional. She has an understanding of the key components that are critical to the successful sale of a home, and her ability to handle each situation with the necessary sensitivity has been vital in this transition in our lives.

One of the areas Lisa stands out from the rest of the real estate crowd is the marketing campaign philosophy she utilizes, which is indicative of the level and degree of professionalism Lisa embodies on all levels. All components that go together to make a successful home sale – from the initial presentation to the brochures to sign placements to the various methods of marketing to handling the offers and ultimately the closing of the sale – Lisa’s vision and attention to detail create the pro-active plan that delivers a consistent high standard of service and ultimately, the sale.

Additionally, Lisa kept us informed at every step of the way. From the in-depth marketing calendar which was adjusted in a timely and accurate manner, to sharing the marketing materials, to providing necessary feedback. We never were lacking the information that we wanted or needed.

Although Lisa has other active clients and listings, she has always made us feel, at all times, as if we are her only client. There are many agents out there, but there is only one Lisa Whittaker.”

- Bellevue, Washington

“Please allow me to offer my highest recommendation of Lisa Whittaker. I am privileged and proud to manage the most productive affiliate office in the world for Coldwell Banker, and the most successful and productive office in Washington State. I can say to you, without reservation, that Ms. Whittaker truly stands out in an office noted for its elite group of luxury real estate professionals. Apart from her extensive and nuanced knowledge of our luxury market, and her genuinely unique aesthetic abilities (I consider her marketing materials among the very best in the niche), perhaps Lisa’s most compelling attribute is her ability to relationship build. Obviously, personal contact and networking with other key professionals is a major component in marketing an exceptional property. Without exception, I believe that any luxury home professional in the area would praise Lisa for her cooperation, fairness and real estate acuities. In a niche where emotions can often be as high as the property prices, a reputation like Lisa’s is rare and exceedingly valuable. Agents simply enjoy working with Lisa Whittaker. Lisa, and our office, is highly focused on the luxury market. We have developed unique and effective strategies to help analyze the market both historically and real time. We meet once a week and actively discuss the nuances of the luxury market, its attitude and its challenges. In short, you will not find a more cooperative, supportive or effective group to market this home. In closing, I am one of only a few individuals qualified to certify luxury agents for Coldwell Banker International. Recently, I asked to instruct a luxury home certification class, which was attended by agents from all over the country. When I was asked what sort of ‘exercises’ I preferred for the class, I requested that the time be used instead for a two hour question and answer session with Lisa. The attendees said it was by far the most valuable portion of the class…as I knew it would be. Thank you for your time and your consideration of a superb real estate professional, Lisa Whittaker. If I can be of any further assistance, please feel free to contact me.”

- Ron Sparks

“Lisa was the seller's broker on a deal where we were the buyers. She was outstanding - honest, diligent, practical ,pleasant and straightforward while representing her client's interests. She and her co-broker Corey Patt made the the deal happen. I am not a big fan of most brokers but Lisa and Corey were very professional and went the extra steps to get the deal closed. Also, their follow through on every detail was much appreciated-even on post closing questions. I would definitely use her and Corey if the opportunity arose.”

- Seattle, Washington

“Lisa is so wonderful. Her communication, market knowledge and negotiating skills are unparalleled. I absolutely will and have recommended her to all of my friends and family.”

- Bellevue, Washington

“Lisa has helped me to sell two high-end homes, and buy one home, all in the Eastside area. She is amazing, very dedicated, professional and super knowledgeable of the area. She also helped to steer me away from some homes with known issues.I would highly recommend that you work with Lisa if the opportunity arises.”

- Issaquah, Washington

“Lisa was a great partner in helping us buy our new house and sell our previous house. Her knowledge of the local market is amazing. She patiently guided us through the search, helping us find the right house. And then expertly managed the negotiation and closing. She also sold our prior house, marketing it very effectively. Her responsiveness and attention to detail are excellent. She genuinely cares about her clients and is a pleasure to work with.”

- Clyde Hill, Washington

“Lisa is absolutely AMAZING! She helped us purchase our home in Clyde Hill.

We were unique in that we were first time homebuyers yet our price point was around 2M. She had to provide the high level of customer service associated with high-end home buyers yet handhold and educate us as first time home buyers. Lisa was very patient, experienced, knowledgeable, and overall EXACTLY what you would want in a real estate agent. Lisa was always available and always followed through. She was there from the house hunting all the way through to helping us pick that meticulously anal home inspector (which is what all prospective homebuyers should want). I recently recommended her to my business partner and she is also thoroughly impressed and happy with Lisa's level of service.”

- Clyde Hill, Washington