Buyer Testimonials
"When it came to buying a home, I
wanted the best care and sought the best Realtor in the Seacoast. Mike’s
impressive reputation brought me to his door. Not only was my perception of
Mike’s talent right on target, but to that ability he combines a winning
attitude, empathy, extraordinary people skills and a generosity of spirit that
goes above and beyond anything I ever expected. Even though I was on a limited
schedule, Mike worked tirelessly until I found just what I wanted. He then
negotiated for the best price (Mike's instincts saved me over $50,000), arranged
for financing and followed everything through to a smooth closing. Not
surprisingly, there is no one I can recommend more highly than you – you are
miles ahead of the rest. I completely trust you as my Realtor
and consider you a treasured friend."
Dr. Thomas S. Menke, Rye, NH
"Steve and I just want to thank
you and Ginny for all your help in finding our waterfront GEM. You both were
GREAT!! Because this was a complex purchase and we lived out of State, we
definitely couldn't have done it without you. It was refreshing to have someone
we could trust & count on to help us with this very important purchase.
Your attention to detail & ability to anticipate issues & resolve them before
they become problems was amazing. We were also impressed with your connections
on the septic, the mooring and dock approvals. They were right on the mark! No
other real estate agent or company would have been able to provide the
exceptional advice, non-stop service, detailed Town information and expertise
that you did very quickly.
We have bought many homes over the years but we have never dealt with more
knowledgeable, trustworthy agents. We heartily recommend Clarizio Properties to
others for any real estate service they may require; your sterling reputations
are well deserved - as you are indeed the consummate buyer agents."
Steve and Pam Graves, relocating to
Kittery Point, Maine
"Comparing Clarizio Properties to other
Realtors we’ve dealt with is like comparing night and day. As Sellers, we wasted
almost 4 months with another Realtor before Mike took over with aggressive
marketing, networking, Internet exposure, custom signage & advertising. He
helped us understand the process so we felt we were part of a team effort & not
just helpless bystanders. Needless to say, we are very pleased with Mike's
extensive knowledge, hard work and professionalism and fine results. We
unequivocally recommend him to anyone reading this."
Robert and Nancy LaBranche, Newfields,
NH
"When people ask who helped us find our
house, we say, with a smile, ‘Mike did.’ We've moved many times and we've used
many real estate companies. Nobody else has come close to the service you
provided. In all honesty, when we first heard about you we thought you were too
good to be true. We are strong believers now! You sacrificed weekends and
evenings away from your family to ensure that we found the “right” home, that
our questions were fully answered and our expectations were thoroughly met.
Thanks to your persistent attention to detail and sound advice, the purchase of
our house progressed expeditiously and without any problems.... Our children
enjoyed you as much as we did. Thanks for taking the time to develop a rapport
with the entire family. Brilliant job!"
Michael and Linda Gallipo, relocating from New York
"At the same time Clarizio Properties helped me
buy my home, another buyer working with a different agency paid $10,000 more for
virtually the same home with fewer upgrades than mine. Not only did CP save me
$10,000, it also gave me $1000 cash back at the closing."
Mr. Joseph Fabrizio, Greenland, NH
"With humor, sensitivity, and a million 'extras' that other leading realtors
don't address, Mike held nothing back. He helped us find the right lot on which
to build our dream home and advised us on how to avoid the many pitfalls of new
construction. He stays true to his goals of informing and protecting buyers as
completely as possible. When we think about it, having Mike at our side cost us
not one cent. For the volume and quality of work he did for us, we got the deal
of the century. Thanks for your great energy, gentle coaching and dedicated
effort."
Mr. and Dr. John Tucker, York, Maine
"We bought our first home through CP. We will
never do business with any other broker. Mike's real estate acumen is surpassed
only by his integrity; in our educated opinion Mike is truly the number one real
estate broker in New England."
Jeffrey Johnson and Victoria Clark, Wakefield, Massachusetts
"Mike’s attentiveness to details and superb
negotiation skills during an extremely complex transaction truly made the
difference between closing and not closing. He was enthusiastic, always
available and sincere. We have worked with other agents over the years, but can
honestly say that no one has worked harder or smarter than Mike."
Mr. and Mrs. Boutin, Fremont, NH
"Mike handled all aspects of the transaction
with integrity and efficiency and saved us thousands of dollars along the way.
He has been invaluable in providing us assistance with many of the details
associated with relocating from out of state and getting established in our new
home."
Mr. and Mrs. B, relocating from Massachusetts
"We have the highest esteem for Mike both
professionally and personally. We were encouraged to take our time to make a
final decision and offer. We were never pressured. Mike went out of his way to
make sure everything was perfect when we moved into our newly constructed
waterfront home. We cannot speak highly enough of Mike's skills and capacities."
Gail Nilsson, relocating from York Beach, Maine
"As first-time homebuyers in a high-end market,
we needed a great deal of guidance. We met Mike during our search when he was
the sellers’ Realtor for the home we wished to purchase. Although he wasn’t our
agent, he was always available to answer our questions and quick to respond to
our concerns, even more so than our own agent from a large well-known real
estate company. Despite that Mike represented the seller; we were singularly
impressed by the thoughtfulness and consideration he showed us. We are convinced
that Mike’s involvement in this process is what clinched the deal."
Bob and Jennifer Behan, relocating from New York
"Michael, it was so fabulous to have a
fire roaring in the hearth last Sunday, with the wind whistling outside the
window as we started unpacking! We want to thank you again for everything.
We couldn't have done it without you Mike. When things were touch and go, your
calm professionalism and sense of humor kept us grounded. We always
looked forward to our meetings with you. When we think about the entire process
of working with you, we couldn't feel more blessed. You made every step of the
journey flow smoothly and deftly guided us through the minor bumps along the
road. How could we remain frustrated when you kept us laughing?! And your wealth
of knowledge and expertise made us feel safe and protected at every turn. We are
utterly grateful to you Michael. When you find yourself in the neighborhood, you
must stop by for a glass of vino on the piazza! Peace and love baby!"
Dann Maurno & Sara Shea, relocating
to Salem, MA
"I‘m in a similar business - selling hotels and
motels - and work with hundreds of service providers. I expected a lot from Mike
and he exceeded my expectations. Although he represented the seller, Mike always
made us feel like we were equally important, he was comfortable to talk with,
and honest in all our dealings. And you never left a single issue unaddressed or
unresolved. You made buying our home not only easy, but fun."
Ken Ford, relocating from North Hampton, NH
"Thank you SO SO SO much! Mike was very up
front about what he thought he could do for us and then he did it. We appreciate
his unfailing politeness and courtesy, as well as the immediate attention to our
needs. We wasted months with the wrong agent before we found Mike. How nice to
deal with a real person (with a sense of humor, too!) instead of a huge
conglomerate of nit wits."
Ken and Tracy Beaudet, relocating from Saugus, Massachusetts
"We never got swindled because of Mike’s skill
in handling people, skill in handling countless number of details and the
seemingly endless ream of paper work. Mike did what he said he would do, when he
said he would do it, and in the manner he said it would be done. He also made
sure the other people involved in the agreement followed through as well.
Without Mike we would have had many hours of frustration, finger crossing and
rabbit's foot rubbing."
Maureen and Lee Hunter, Jackson, NH
"Before finding Mike, we had worked with other
Realtors for 3 months and got no where. Mike, on the other hand, didn’t waste
our time. He quickly determined our house hunting requirements and within a
week, previewed many homes for us while we were working. Then, Mike took us to
see only 1 of those homes – the one we bought! Mike has a vast knowledge base of
the real estate business and an incredible network of resources."
Samantha and Scott French, Raymond, NH
"We were first time buyers and were clueless as to how to go about buying a
house. Mike walked us through the entire process from finding a house in our
price range that wasn't a "lemon" (his words), to inspections, qualifying, and
closing. Mike treated us as if we were buying a multi-million-dollar home (far
from it.)."
Rob Roberge, relocating from Kensington, NH
"I bought my home through Clarizio Properties.
I will never do business with any other broker. You were my life line a week
before closing when things started to fall apart due to the ineptness of my
lender. Without your knowledge and guidance every step of the way, this purchase
would have vaporized. Instead you made a miracle happen – you got me a new
lender and a better rate and terms – and we closed! True to your reputation, you
are very, very good and it shows. You are able to see beyond the nonsense of
lenders and lawyers (sorry about that Mike) and look into the heart – a most
uncommon gift.
Thanks!!!"
Joshua Whitham, Newburyport, MA
"Not only are we getting more house and a
better location than we thought, we are getting the house we wanted for a great
price! This could have been a complicated home purchase, and instead, it was the
smoothest and quickest real estate transaction we've had."
Ken and Rita Nydam, Hampton Falls, NH
"Once we found the duplex that was perfect for
me, you did what you do best - made the deal happen. With your wise counsel, I
made the right offer, in the right way and got the property. When we experienced
administrative difficulties with my lender a day before closing, you stepped in
and saved the day. Without you in my corner, I would have lost a great
opportunity."
Matthew Malone, relocating to Greenland, New Hampshire
"Mike you did a remarkable job of taking
what I consider highly technical legal information, technical jargon and fancy
words, and making them easy to understand. You explain in a very simple manner -
everything you need to know when buying a home. You have been a God-send to
me. Throughout a new construction development filled with problems, delays
and less than candid individuals, you kept them on their tippy toes and got
me more than I ever dreamed possible, including thousands in free upgrades as
well as an $11,000 price reduction. Yippee!!!"
Roxanne McIlveen, relocating to
Farmington, NH
"We are very pleased to have the
opportunity to praise Clarizio Properties. Mike & Denis went to work on our
behalf and gave our home search the highest level of attention. In our opinion,
however, the best feature about CP is that they are not only brilliant and truly
honest, but they are a genuine pleasure to work with. Mike’s negotiation skills
and shrewd instincts really came through in helping us win over the trust of the
listing agent and the sellers, and therefore, our dream house! We would
recommend them to any real estate client at any time, and for any reason."
Matt and Adrienne Munsey -
Manchester, NH
"The best part of our home search was our
interaction with Mike -- his professionalism, kindness and sense of humor made
our task an absolute pleasure. In only a few days, Mike got us the home we
wanted, for the price we wanted to pay, and masterfully protected our interests
from beginning to end. You have an unbelievable energy and a great work ethic.
We LOVE working with you and will very happily recommend you to all our friends
and associates."
Dan Kapnis and Kristarra Huxley,
relocating from Salem, Massachusetts
"Mike, you made it obvious that you are a
REALTOR who CARES deeply about his clients. We could not be more pleased with
your masterful negotiations to purchase our new home; it was great to be in the
hands of a true expert. Thank you again for your dedication and integrity. You
were amazing!"
Jennifer DeLisle and Larry Terzol,
relocating to Rollinsford, NH.
Seller Testimonials
"Our experience with Clarizio Properties was very satisfying. We needed
to sell our $600,000 home fast in a changing market and knew of Mike's exemplary
reputation. We gladly gave Mike the listing. Once our home was in Mike's capable
hands, his extensive network of connections brought us a strong, qualified buyer
in only 29 days. We then relocated to Chicago knowing everything would be
handled perfectly. Around the same time, he took complete charge of a flooded
basement catastrophe, and astutely negotiated to keep the deal together. He was
there for us in a BIG way: he personally arranged and oversaw all the repairs,
kept us abreast of everything, and continually offered to be of further
assistance. For this, we truly, truly, thank him. He always went
the extra mile with sprit, charm and grace, and we very much appreciate
it! His professionalism and personalized approach brought the transaction to a
happy ending. Mike, you rightfully enjoy "favored status" with us and have our
highest recommendation."
Sama Behan, relocating to Chicago
"We have nothing but the highest praise for Mike & Ginny. They brought us
several offers & got our $700K home under agreement within 2 months of listing
it, at a time when other homes in that price range were taking 6 to 9 months to
sell. During the process, we came to fully appreciate their highly effective
organizational & problem solving skills in situations when anything less would
have meant "No Sale". We unhesitatingly recommend Clarizio Properties as your
next REALTOR."
Dan and Marge Hubbard, relocating to
Alabama
"We knew we found the right person to handle the sale of our vacation home from
the first discussion we had with you. We knew that we wouldn’t have to worry or
think about a thing. We could go on with our lives (including bringing our
second son into the world!) and let you do what you do best…market and sell our
home for top value! What we did not initially know is just how important it is
to hire a Realtor who is also a talented negotiator. Once the offers started
rolling in, we quickly experienced Mike’s gifts for negotiating and for handling
paperwork. Frankly, Mike’s skills gave us a tremendous (almost unfair) advantage
over the buyer’s agent and kept us smiling. We well understand why all your
clients rant and rave so much about you. You deserve it."
Dr. and Mrs. Richard Liu, Portsmouth, NH
"As the loan officer, I know the importance of
putting the customer’s interest first and the value of reliable follow-up.
Bottom line – most agents are filled with lots of sales talk and little action.
Clarizio Properties stands way out as a company that soars above the rest and
actually delivers more than it promises. Thank God I had the sense to hire you!"
William Spencer, Stratham, NH
"Mike sold a parcel of land and our home in Kittery, Maine and was our buyer
agent for a Newmarket NH home. Mike is a person of ethics, intelligence and
integrity. Simply stated, Mike is a true professional, he not only handles any
issues that may arise he anticipates them, and excels at protecting his client
on every front. Mike is the finest Realtor you'll ever meet, he sets the
standard, or what should be the standard for a real estate professional.
We interviewed half a dozen others and it was readily apparent that they all
paled in comparison. Through 3 transactions in about a 6 month period, Mike had
to overcome a ton of issues. Mike’s attributes include a personality that sets
all people at ease, his intellect makes him adept at handling complicated
transactions, and he takes the time to research, thus allowing him the town
specific knowledge you may require. He was always prepared to expend whatever
effort was necessary to truly ensure our satisfaction. Mike does the work behind
the scenes, and is always going over and above to protect his client. One
example we can share should give you a quick glimpse of his services, one night,
of his own accord, he drove out to a house we were interested in purchasing to
take a water sample. We did not ask him to do this, we honestly did not even
think of it, but he wanted to be sure that we did not purchase a home with
questionable water, he then delivered the sample to the lab personally and
advised us cautiously upon the results. Other realtors would hesitate or refuse
to do this if asked, we did not think of it to ask, Mike took the initiative
himself to protect us, his clients.
Mike puts experts and expertise together to provide sane advice on how best to
handle all real estate matters. His representation is comprehensive with out
being stuffy, easy to digest without slipping into simplistic solutions. He is a
cherished resource in our family –indeed our kids love him as much as we do! We
give Mike's services the highest recommendation."
Heather and Paul Thibodeau, Kittery ME and Newmarket NH
"After five weeks with another company - and not one showing - I turned to Mike
and Clarizio Properties. Working on a tight timeframe, I needed someone to
quickly list and aggressively market my Riverfront home. Mike exceeded all of my
expectations. He had potential buyers fighting to view my place and in no time
brought me 4 offers. And before I knew it, I was closed and moved with more
money in my pockets than I ever expected! I couldn't have asked for a better
outcome or Realtor. Thanks for delivering more than you promised!"
Steven Estabrook, relocating from Fremont, NH
"It's a beautiful thing to discover that when
you turn to the Lord to meet a need in your life, he provides it by working
through people as special as Mike and Denis. From their warm smiles and
heartfelt handshakes, you'll soon discover that Clarizio Properties (CP) is a
worldly-wise resource. In our opinion the MOST important quality of a
professional Realtor is the ability to work with people. Mike and Denis
exemplify this quality. They possess a very calm, reassuring quality that we
like in one's personality. All the items that came up were those that they had
foreseen and forewarned us about, and all were dealt with so well. They kept
telling us all would be fine, and it was! In a buyer’s market, they went from
listing our home to a selling our home in 41 days! Way to go! We are grateful
for the wonderful work CP did for us."
Linda and Stephen Carpenter, Middleton, NH
"We were referred to Clarizio Properties by a
well respected real estate agency. From the start, Mike’s professional attitude
and skills were apparent. He was enthusiastic about selling our investment
property in spite of the home’s perceived limitations.
Mike’s upbeat, sustained and realistic approach led to a successful deal in a
short time. We especially value the personal attention he gave us and our
property. Mike guided us well through the process of the sale, and handled
everything with the utmost care. When problems arose, Mike proposed workable
solutions, which ultimately brought us and the buyers together for a smooth,
on-time closing.
When our business travels made it impossible for us to attend the closing, we
gave Mike full power of attorney to sign all closing paperwork. We can now see
why he was so sought after as an attorney!
Please show this letter to your prospective clients. We can assure them that if
they choose you as an agent - they are getting the best!"
Ben and Laura Soussan, Hampton Beach, NH
"Absolutely fantastic Realtor! Extremely quick,
sharp, and always reachable. When our home was listed by a competitor, we had
few showings and no offers. When our church referred us to Mike - WOW did things
change! Our showings increased tremendously, and we received multiple offers
within 60 days. In fact, our home sold for more than asking price at a time when
the market had significantly declined. Your tenacity was the driving force for
success. Without your persistent approach, this sale would never have happened.
It seemed like everyday you effectively dealt with all sorts of sticky problems
– none of which was your making. Before the closing, you got another frantic
call – this time from the loan officer saying the buyer could not be approved
because the appraisal was in issue. You immediately got on the phone and began
writing letters. Thanks to your excellent work, we closed as scheduled. We
greatly appreciate your dedication and are deeply touched by the
thoughtfulness and careful direction you gave us. Throughout this transaction,
we truly realized how lucky we were to have you on our side. Thank you again
from the bottom of our hearts!"
Donna and Timothy Polychronis,
relocating to Hampton, NH
"With Mike you are confident that you are in good hands, and with his
expertise, you feel as though he's been in the industry forever. He has a
personal touch approach and you feel he is just as personally engaged in the
sale of your home as you are. Our neighbor was so impressed by Mike's
accomplishment that she decided to list her home with him, as well. And Mike
sold her home in less than one week. We highly recommend Mike's services and
know he will do just as favorable a job on your behalf as he did for us!"
Rob and Diane Todisco, relocating from York Beach, Maine
"This small, owner-operated firm delivered in a BIG way. Mike, a retired
attorney, made himself available 24/7 to show the property. He aggressively
marketed my high-end waterfront home, and in a short time, brought me numerous
offers."
Robert Lord, York, Maine
"In the off-season, Mike understood my Mother desired to sell her Oceanview
home fast, and he enthusiastically accepted the challenge. Four days after
taking the listing, Mike had it under agreement at a price that set a new high
for the development. We couldn't have asked for a better (or faster) outcome.
Major thumbs-up to Mike!"
The Estate of Lydia L. Holmes
"Mike took care of everything and quickly had my home under contract. He even
negotiated a back-up contract. He is totally focused and dedicated to his
customer. While most Real Estate Agents focus on selling themselves, Mike
focused on what really mattered – moving my property!"
Virginia Faith, Suffolk, England
"After moving to Georgia, Mike had our home under contract in a few weeks later.
Then during the inspection, the presence of mold caused us to lose that
contract. Mike was quick to contact the right professionals to address all
issues. In the slowest selling season, Mike had our home under contract again 3
weeks later."
Jason and Tina Saltmarsh, Peachtree City, Georgia
"My home was on the market for a year. After Mike got the listing, my home was
under agreement in a little over a month. Why would someone pay 5 or 6%
commission when they could have all that he brings to the table - 20 years of
legal experience, vast construction knowledge and great common sense - for
less?"
Donna Lawless, Exeter, NH
"Michael really listens and caters the entire process to your (seller's) needs
and your style. He invests himself 100% in the knowledge of your home, its
details, and your feelings. His integrity and honesty are qualities hard to find
easily today."
Gail Gagnon, Stratham, NH
"Clarizio Properties LLC sold my home fast and for top dollar! In fact, CP got
one of the highest prices in the development. It is one thing to have an
intelligent professional handle the sale but quite another to find he can hang
in there when the going gets rough. He exceeded my expectations in every
respect."
Mr. Bernard Boutin, Portsmouth, NH
"Mike had a clear plan and implemented it well, and our condo sold in one week!
When a complication arose on the day of our closing, Mike kept a cool head and
advocated for us solidly. He was even available to support us after the closing!
We were extremely satisfied with his commitment to our goal and we enjoyed his
good nature and sense of humor throughout the process."
Jody & Kevin O’Connell Durham, NH
"Mike sold our home for tens of thousands of dollars more than other brokers
told us the market would bear. And his consumer friendly low commission
allowed us to keep more of the equity in our pockets. What's there not to love
about receiving great service, and a reasonable commission - all from a caring
and smart professional? You are the Seacoast's best-kept secret!"
Dennis G., Newmarket, NH
"Mike is truly a pleasure to do business with. He is genuinely courteous and is
an extraordinary negotiator. You can count on him to protect your interests from
start to finish. He made a substantial and steady advertising investment and
got our home sold for the price we wanted."
Lisha Boucher, Dover Point and Barrington, NH
"We hired Mike to sell our home as well as an investment property. We were very
impressed by Mike’s quickness to list, show, and eventually sell the properties.
It takes a huge amount of trust to put hundreds of thousands of dollars in any
ones hands, but Mike inspires that kind of trust. The most impressive thing
about Mike is his sincere effort to sell our properties on our terms."
Evan Cantor, San Francisco, California
"Our home was difficult to sell, but Mike did it in fine fashion. From
our first meeting, we could tell Mike was the consummate professional -
persuasive, smart and personable. He artfully overcame a “Gazillion” obstacles
and protected our interests in more ways than we can share in this testimonial.
And, as promised, he did it all for less. We were blessed to have had him in our
corner."
Mark and Sue Houle, relocating from Exeter, NH
"I want to communicate to you the fantastic experience I have had again with
Clarizio Properties. I have now worked with Mike on three real estate
transaction in about one year, and he is the most wonderful, professional and
caring real estate professional. In every facet of this journey I was not let
down by you. As usual, you treated me in an uncommon manner - Honestly,
Professionally, Equally, Efficiently, and Effectively. Whether I am buying or
selling with you, you never cease to amaze me in achieving my lofty goals! I
continue to recommend CP in a minute."
Amy Pearce, Seacoast of NH and Saco, Maine
"Once in a while you come across a Realtor that is above and beyond the
rest. Wow, is Mike that Realtor. For over 30 years, I’ve been a builder of fine
homes. I am also a seasoned Real Estate Broker. When I could not sell my spec
home through my own agency and efforts, I sent the listing to Clarizio
Properties. Mike lived up to his reputation. In little time, he sold the
property through a 1031 Exchange. Through the process, Mike brilliantly
protected my interests and effectively dealt with all the intricacies that come
with 1031 Exchange. Having worked in the real estate industry for more than 20
years myself, I am fully aware of all the pitfalls that can occur between
listing and settlement. I have no hesitation in recommending Mike to others;
he’s the Realtor’s Realtor."
Rockhouse Mountain Homes - Conway, NH
"I consider the day I met Mike an incredible
stroke of luck! From the first phone call, Mike’s professionalism and knowledge
got my attention. He stayed on top of every detail of our transaction from offer
to close and kept both sellers and buyers happy through the process. Since we
were many miles away the entire time, having the deal move so smoothly was a
huge relief. Mike is a terrific communicator and I have never dealt with a more
professional real estate broker. Hats off to Clarizio Properties!"
Lisa Peters, relocating from Rochester, NH