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Mipod78852
Review for Member: Erika Buse
ZillowVERIFIEDSelling my home was no small task, but Erika Buse truly went above and beyond every step of the way. The property required a significant amount of work before it could even go on the market, and Erika handled it all with incredible care and professionalism. She coordinated an estate sale, organized handymen and painters, and even found the right homes for unique and unexpected items I hadaEUR"everything from wheelchairs to chemistry equipment. I honestly didnt know where to start with many of those things, but Erika took care of every detail seamlessly. No task was too big or too small, and she approached each one with dedication and efficiency. Thanks to her hard work and expertise, the sale was a huge success, resulting in multiple offers. I'm so grateful for everything she did and couldnt have asked for a better experience. Thank you, Erika!
Janicebutler22
Review for Member: Erika Buse
ZillowVERIFIED We worked with Derek Buse to both buy a new home under construction and sell our Bellingham home of 30 years. He was talented, professional, and highly responsive in helping us navigate both the buying and selling processes. With his wealth of experience, we appreciated his wise counsel and strategic insights. Derek kept us grounded during the inevitable stressful periods and we are very pleased with the outcomes. We strongly recommend the Buse Agency.
Tconnergirl
Review for Member: Erika Buse
ZillowVERIFIED Erika Buse was The Best! Her local knowledge, process expertise, responsiveness were Ideal. She is so talented and created a gorgeous informative sales brochure for potential buyers & agents to take with them. So happy I choose Erika
Nicholas T.
Review for Member: Erika Buse
ZillowVERIFIED Erika knocked it out of the park as a buyer's agent! She was super responsive, easy to schedule with, very knowledgeable about the process, and made us feel like we were in good hands the whole time. We ended up in a situation where we had offered the same amount as another potential buyer and with her guidance we ended up closing the deal. She was recommended to us, and we now highly recommended her to others and wouldn't think twice about going with her again!
924elizabeth
Review for Member: Erika Buse
ZillowVERIFIED I can't express enough how grateful I am for Erika Buse's exceptional service in selling my home of 23 years. From our first meeting, her professionalism and warmth made a challenging transition much easier. Erika went above and beyond to help with every detail, from organizing the estate sale to staging the home beautifully. Her eye for design transformed the space, making it feel fresh and inviting. She even coordinated painting and landscaping, ensuring the house looked its absolute best for potential buyers. Her expertise in the market and dedication to her clients were evident throughout the process. Erika was always available to answer questions and provide guidance, making me feel supported every step of the way.Thanks to her hard work and attention to detail, the home sold quickly and for a fantastic price. I wholeheartedly recommend Erika Buse to anyone looking to buy or sell their home. She truly made a significant impact during this emotional time, and I couldnt have asked for a better partner in this journey!
Bee W.
Review for Member: Erika Buse
ZillowVERIFIED I first met Erika when I called about one of her land listings. From that initial conversation, it was clear she was an exceptional agent with extensive knowledge of complex land use. She was honest about what she didn't know but always had suggestions on where to find the answers. Although I didnt buy that investment property, we did hire her to help us purchase a family home by the lake. It was a $2 million fixer-upper, and Erika assisted us in finding a vendor for dock repairs, the right land consultant for permitting in the watershed, and much more. If you're tired of working with agents who dont provide real value, I highly recommend reaching out to Erika and her team.
Barbara S.
Review for Member: Erika Buse
ZillowVERIFIED When I decided to downsize, Erika helped me sell my home and buy another smaller one. Her real estate knowledge, professionalism, communication, and the resources she provided were extraordinary. She was prepared to help with every aspect of my home sale and advised on the most cost-effective repairs and staging tips before listing it. She had an endless list of vendors for all the services one might need. I needed help with selling furniture, painting on short notice, repairing floors, and house cleaning and she connected me with an estate sale broker, painter, hardwod floor expert, and an outstanding cleaning crew. Her company uses the most current software to analyze and track the market so I was well-informed when choosing a listing price. It all paid off and my home sold quickly. Erika was also wonderful to work with when shopping for a new home. She gave honest opinions about the homes and neighborhoods we toured, advised on offer prices, and knew the best strategy for negotiating. She missed no opportunity for bold negotiation or stipulation, and I ended up with a home within my budget in a neighborhood I never thought I could afford. I have worked with many realtors in my life and Erika is the best.
Drindal
Review for Member: Erika Buse
ZillowVERIFIED For over 10 years I have worked with Erika and Anne at the Buse Agency for all my real estate needs, and I can't say enough about the exceptional service they provided throughout the entire process. First and foremost, their team was incredibly knowledgeable about the local market. They had a deep understanding of the neighborhoods, property values, and market trends, which proved invaluable when it came to both buying and selling. Communication was another standout aspect of my experience with Buse Agency. They were always accessible, responsive, and willing to answer any questions or concerns I had. They made sure I felt informed and supported every step of the way. This level of responsiveness greatly reduced any stress associated with the real estate process. Finally, their enjoyable and energetic presence made working with them FUN. I'll definitely reach out to them the next time I require real estate assistance.
Samantha H.
Review for Member: Erika Buse
ZillowVERIFIED We had the privilege of partnering with Erika for our recent home purchase. From our first interaction to closing the deal, she displayed top-tier professionalism and expertise. Her responsiveness, attention to detail, and dedication made the process smooth. If you're seeking a seamless real estate experience with a true industry expert, Erika should be at the top of your list. We're genuinely grateful for her support and guidance.
Ryan B.
Review for Member: Erika Buse
ZillowVERIFIED Erika Buse was the perfect realestate agent, especially for our first house! She had an extraordinary level of patience and understanding, sticking with us unwaveringly even as we grappled with our own indecisiveness of both the size and style of our first home. It was her commitment and expertise that eventually led us to our dream home. And her support didn't end there. Post-purchase, she connected us with invaluable resources for our house projects. If you're searching for a real estate agent who genuinely cares and will stand by your side, Erika is undoubtedly the one!
Josh04385
Review for Member: Erika Buse
ZillowVERIFIED We had the pleasure of working with Erika during our most recent real estate transaction and could not be more pleased with the experience. Erika was incredibly knowledgeable about the local market, and her expertise and consistent communication were invaluable. Looking forward to working with Erika again as soon as possible!
Katharinep3
Review for Member: Erika Buse
ZillowVERIFIED Erika was everything youd want in a real estate agent. She helped us figure out what we were looking for and showed us a variety of appropriate properties at short notice. She was knowledgeable, supportive, professional, detail oriented, and patient with our many, many questions. We were buying from out of the area and she went over and above to check out the property for us, also helping us when we had questions after the purchase was complete. I would definitely ask her to help us with any future real estate sales or purchases.
Sarah A.
Review for Member: Erika Buse
ZillowVERIFIED Erika worked with us for two years to find our home. It was an exceptional experience. She listened to our wants and needs, was incredibly responsive, worked around our busy schedule, and gave her honest opinion about the homes we viewed. Once we had an accepted offer, Erika worked diligently to make sure the process was smooth. She constantly communicated with us and our lender to ensure closing happened on time. We would work with Erika again, and her expertise solidified our ideal home.
Stephwolf922
Review for Member: Erika Buse
ZillowVERIFIED Selling with Busy Agency was a fantastic experience. Erika was professional, well-versed in the market, and communicated so well throughout the process. She worked incredibly hard to make the entire process seamless for us, from staging through closing.
Nutmeggray
Review for Member: Erika Buse
ZillowVERIFIED Erika has been so amazing to work with she showed us properties the week of Christmas in the snow!! She has been very on top of all the timelines and details. She even connected us with a mortgage provider that was very quick and efficient on all the details. The whole process has been very smooth and seamless. So thankful we were able to work with her and her amazing team.
Dan N.
Review for Member: Erika Buse
ZillowVERIFIED I was very impressed by Erika's professionalism acting as realtor in the sale of my home. She works effectively, is well-organized and was always available if needed. I felt she had an eye for detail as well as style; I was particularly impressed with the staging she arranged for my home prior to its sale. I would recommend her as a realtor without reservation.
Timothy G.
Review for Member: Erika Buse
ZillowVERIFIED Erika is fabulous. She is friendly, knowledgeable, and experienced--the consumate real estate professional. She met with us on short notice, we clicked immediately, and that same day she showed us a wonderful place, which successfully closed upon in short order without a hitch! Plus, her negotiating strategy was A plus---she saved us tens of thousands of dollars with her strategy! We could not be happier with Erika and her team.
Andrew P.
Review for Member: Erika Buse
ZillowVERIFIED This was our second experience with Erika. Previously she helped us to buy a home, and this time she assisted with the sale. Erika is fantastic to work with. She communicates really well and is very informative about the process. Erika is clear that she represents us and acted in our best interest. Erika coordinated with the buyer/buyer's agent and kept the sale on track. I would most definitely use Erika a third time and would recommend her without hesitation.
Palmerdesign12
Review for Member: Erika Buse
ZillowVERIFIED An energetic and relentless go getter in all the best ways, my experience with Erika has been top shelf. She has gone all the extra miles to help me with the whirlwind of a crazy situation I've found myself in... a sooner than expected vacate notice from a long term rental and an incredibly demanding job that makes me wish for 48 hour days to accomplish my challenging and overwhelming life right now. Although it will take some time yet before I'll be in the right position to purchase a home, Erika has set up an extensive search page to keep me apprised of listings with potential. She is prompt, organized, friendly and refreshingly understanding. In addition, she is well connected with helpful lending entities and other colleagues in the area to assist in all aspects of purchasing a home. I cannot recommend her highly enough, she takes wonderful care of her clients!
Sara A.
Review for Member: Erika Buse
ZillowVERIFIED Erika is excellent, knowledgable, and great to work with. She worked with me remotely using FaceTime effectively. Her team was helpful and super organized. They provided timelines and all needed contacts. I recommend working with them. Thank you so much for your help.
E T.
Review for Member: Erika Buse
ZillowVERIFIED Erika was incredibly helpful at every step. We had a lot of questions and she was so patient and kind in responding to them all very quickly. She followed through on everything she said she would contribute. In the end, I felt confident that we were able to sell our house for a great price and in a very timely manner.
Heidi J.
Review for Member: Erika Buse
ZillowVERIFIED Erika was wonderful to work with! She was very responsive and kept us updated throughout the whole process. As a first time seller I appreciated how quickly and clearly she answered all my questions. She also went the extra mile with tasteful staging, great photography, and very well done marketing. She had a great eye for making the house look its best. I would highly recommend her services!
User61181
Review for Member: Erika Buse
ZillowVERIFIED As a new resident of Bellingham, being connected with Erika was our big break in finding our new home. From the start she was available and happy to help explain the landscape of the local market. She has extensive knowledge of the neighborhoods and can really help tailor your search criteria. Erika was quick to meet us at every house we were interested in, even taking time to meet at open houses so that she could personally look at each property we were interested in. Erika has a strong network in the real estate community. She was instrumental in connecting us with our mortgage loan officer who was, like Erika, wonderful to work with. Her local connections were so helpful throughout the entire home purchase process. She was a great advocate for us when it came to choosing a home to put an offer on. She explained the offer she suggested we move forward with and worked diligently with the selling agent to get the house for us. She is friendly, professional, swift, and a FANTASTIC negotiator. If you have the opportunity to work with her, I highly recommend you do so.
Ben W.
Review for Member: Erika Buse
ZillowVERIFIED Erika is the best. Extremely knowledgeable about the area and market. Erika goes above and beyond to find her clients the right home for them. So grateful we were able to work with her, and would highly recommend her to anyone considering real estate in the area.
Leeoatey
Review for Member: Erika Buse
ZillowVERIFIED I highly recommend Erika Buse to help you with any real estate needs. Erika listened to our needs and desires and steered us to the home of our dreams. She was knowledgable of the area and what was needed to clinch the deal. We always knew she was there for us at any time. Erika showed her negotiating expertise by the result of us getting the home in a competetive environment.
Mattandemma2
Review for Member: Erika Buse
ZillowVERIFIED We have been working with Erika for several years to find both a commercial and residential space. She is hands down the best real estate agent we have ever worked with. She is knowledgeable on all fronts, responsive and professional. We appreciate her hands on approach, promptness to responding to questions and serving as a liaison between all stakeholders. Erika offered us sound advice throughout the entire process and had a nexus of referrals and suggestions as we dealt with the inspection report and follow up. Patient, kind, knowledgeable and a great communicator--you couldn't ask for more.
User10033061
Review for Member: Erika Buse
ZillowVERIFIED Erika was our buyer's agent in this incredible seller's market. She made herself available on short notice for showings, was speedy writing offers, and gave great advice on how to be competitive. Her knowledge and hustle made our deal work!
Billgarrity 3.
Review for Member: Erika Buse
ZillowVERIFIED Erika was recommended to me and I am so glad she was. She was quick and responsive, worked with my schedule and stepped me through the entire process. I put in two offers with Erika, and each time she worked with me to make sure that the offer worked with my budget and sensibilities. She also advised me on what might need to be done to win negotiations, while still keeping in mind my goals. I was working out of the country while going through the purchase process and Erika stepped up and helped me get what I needed done and was extremely helpful in making sure that everything was in place. I recommend Erika and her team to anyone looking to buy a home in Whatcom/Skagit Counties.
User3988603
Review for Member: Erika Buse
ZillowVERIFIED Very professional, quick to respond, great at explaining things, and very nice! Would highly recommend to friends and Family. Our buying and selling process was less stressful then I would have anticipated because she was always on stand by to answer all my questions and concerns. She got us into our dream property/home and sold our home for a very fair price.
Shari F.
Review for Member: Erika Buse
ZillowVERIFIED Erika represented us when we purchased our first home in 2021. The market was pretty lean and we were just getting started looking for a house and were not sure where to start. Plus, we had only lived in Bellingham for a (pandemic) year, so we were not entirely sure where to begin looking for houses we could afford. The second house we looked at - we fell totally in love and knew it was the house for us. Erika helped us with a good offer we were happy with, and then advocated with the seller on our behalf to help us beat out the competition, and suddenly we were ecstatic new homeowners! So many people I know bemoan the house-hunting process and have bid unsuccessfully on so many homes. My husband and I had a smooth and painless process and have Erika to thank for that! We couldn't recommend her more highly!
Pauloquadri
Review for Member: Erika Buse
ZillowVERIFIED Erika is an incredibly talented and hardworking professional and just a wonderful person. We had been talking about moving to Bellingham from Tucson for many months, and when we were finally ready to take the leap and buy a house in Bellingham, we were lucky enough to find her here on Zillow. From the very first minute she was attentive, organized, communicative, dynamic, and certainly very confident and knowledgeable. We knew the market was a very tough one, especially in the neighborhoods that we were most interested in. We suddenly found this very cute house that seemed in great shape and located in arguably the best neighborhood in Bellingham, so we made an offer. We knew it was a long shot, and even our friends who lived there told us not to get high hopes. But Erika is extremely savvy of her business and she was able to get the house in a matter of a few hours and for a reasonable price. The entire process from start to finish felt unexpectedly smooth and easy, and that was in big part because of how on top of things Erika is. Even after we closed on our new house, Erika went out of her way to help us with additional things. We will be moving in a couple of weeks and we can't wait to thank her in person. We can't recommend her enough.
Zuser20160907084956215
Review for Member: Erika Buse
ZillowVERIFIED Erika and Derek are awesome. They know the market, all the details we needed and the locals needed to get our home ready. They made a creative counteroffer that served our needs without taking anything away from the buyers. And they sewed all of the loose ends and minor complications that occurred after acceptance.
Briegan S.
Review for Member: Erika Buse
ZillowVERIFIED Erika made the process so easy for us, she was available to answer all of our questions, and responded quickly to them! As first time home buyers she gave us a lot of insight into things to look for and helped us determine what was most important as we looked at houses. In this very intense market, Erika was able to help us get the home of our dreams within our budget. We are so grateful and I would highly recommend both Erika and Derek to anyone looking to buy!
User7569296
Review for Member: Erika Buse
ZillowVERIFIED Erika went above and beyond to help us not only find the home we wanted, but was supportive and accommodating when we were particular about how we wanted the process to go in a market that didn't really support our decisions. Erika was always willing, thoughtful, insightful, and supportive. She helped us prepare our house for sale, negotiate an amazing price and then turn around and negotiate everything we wanted on our new house! I cannot speak highly enough of our experience with Erika and her team!
Rochael R.
Review for Member: Erika Buse
ZillowVERIFIED Derek and Erika were great. Kind people with lots of knowledge and patience. Very responsive, and good communicators who truly care about their clients.
Alyssa F.
Review for Member: Erika Buse
ZillowVERIFIED My husband and I were referred Erika and Derek after they assisted my aunt to sell her condo. Erika is literally a dream maker! I couldnt give her a better review! She literally made everything soooo easy for us, she took care of everything for us, she was there whenever we had questions or just needed some reassurance! I dont think my family would have gotten our dream home if Erika hadnt of facilitated the entire thing. I will make sure all my friends, family and co-workers use the Buses because they are the best! They made us feel safe and respected during the whole process! If you are considering a real estate team for purchasing or for selling I highly suggest you hire them! 100% amazing people and even better realtors!
Elissa B.
Review for Member: Erika Buse
ZillowVERIFIED Derek and Erika did an incredible job securing our dream home for us! After months of looking, we found "the house" and they moved fast - crunching numbers to give us an idea of the market in that area, then having an offer in for us within a couple hours and accepted the same day. They know their stuff! The process was smooth and they handled things professionally while keeping us in the loop. Now we're in our new home and still pinching ourselves - thank you Derek and Erika for making it happen!
BradyGustafson
Review for Member: Erika Buse
ZillowVERIFIED We were buyers that didn't need a lot of help browsing active listings as we did it for fun. It can be addictive! I also had a lot of knowledge about properties for sale because I work in the industry. Erika had knowledge far beyond what I knew. Specifically, she had been in almost every house for sale, knew City zoning laws, had a vision for each house and how it could suit our needs, and could give us an idea about remodeling and costs. She also had knowledge about off-market deals and went knocking on doors if we had a passing fancy about a house. She did go above and beyond what was expected. Thanks Erika!
KAlison3
Review for Member: Erika Buse
ZillowVERIFIED Erika and Derek Buse were incredibly helpful and responsive to our needs. They gave us great advice on decorating & staging our house, had great pictures taken, were immediately available by phone & text, and dealt professionally with crisis as they always arise in nearly any sale. Explanations of contract terms was flawless and communication with the buyer on various matters was transparent. And most importantly they handled our emotional stress in a caring manner. The sale was a huge success in an off market time of year - all due to their hard work and focus on detail.
Semperdie
Review for Member: Erika Buse
ZillowVERIFIED Erika and Derek Buse were extremely knowledgeable about the area. They patiently guided us through a year long process. They respected our wishes and exceeded our expectations at every turn. Erika even came to our escrow signing to ensure all last minute details were in order. Our perspective home was not the most expensive listing but they gave us every consideration offered valuable advice and ensured we got the very BEST deal.
Courtneymarie77
Review for Member: Erika Buse
ZillowVERIFIED Derek Buse was professional, knowledgeable, accurate, and knew the ins and outs of the deal in order to help me get the home we wanted in a seller's market. I would highly recommend.
Katy F.
Review for Member: Erika Buse
ZillowVERIFIED We really enjoyed working with Erika to find a home in Bellingham! She was knowledgeable about the market, had great negotiation skills and always had our best interest in mind. She was able to find us exactly what we were looking for in a very timely matter! We really appreciate all the hard work she put in to finding us the perfect home. We highly recommend her and are so grateful she was referred to us!
Fancynancywiggins
Review for Member: Erika Buse
ZillowVERIFIED It was an absolute pleasure working with the Cantrell Group! Erika was knowledgeable and so easy to work with. She was patient with us throughought the entire process! And always willing and available to answer any questions we had. What a wonderful experience!
Brian H.
Review for Member: Erika Buse
ZillowVERIFIED Fantastic! They are all very professional, knowledgeable, reliable and friendly. They kept us informed all the way through the transaction which helped take some of the anxiety away. All three of them have their specialty and they all do a great job.
Scherping
Review for Member: Erika Buse
ZillowVERIFIED Erika and Derek were great. Every question we had was answered immediately. They showed genuine interest in what we were looking for. We would highly recommend them if purchasing or selling a home. Drew and Judy Scherping
Zuser20160617160722921
Review for Member: Erika Buse
ZillowVERIFIED I used Erika to purchase my first place, a small condo in Bellingham. I linked up with her, as I had with other agents, because she was the suggested contact for a property that I found on Zillow. Overall, I met with about 5 agents in my purchasing process and Erika was my favorite. She was laid back, wasn't pushy, and didn't try to speak on topics that she wasn't an expert on. She went to bat for me during the negotiations and made sure that I understood some of the important legal lingo. She even followed up with me on multiple occasions, post-purchase, to see how things were working out. I'd highly recommend her.
Pongochase657
Review for Member: Erika Buse
ZillowVERIFIED Erika showed us about 30 homes before we finally decided on the perfect one. she was extremely easy going and never made me feel guilty for wanting to see it all! It took us a long a$$ time to make a decision and we are so glad she was at the helm. WE LOVE our new house and could not have found it without her help. I would highly recommend working with this group of people.
Chasehuck
Review for Member: Erika Buse
ZillowVERIFIED I am working with Derek Buse on the Cantrell team to help me list my vacant land. He is very knowledgeable on getting this property ready to market. He has been such a great resource for information on zoning, pricing, and marketing. I highly recommend Derek and the Cantrell Team for any real estate needs.
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