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CamilleSassetti
Review for Member: Harvey Yelen
Zillow
ReviewWe had an excellent experience with Harvey while purchasing our first home in the United States. As French buyers, the American home-buying process initially seemed complex and very different from what we were familiar with. Being able to rely on Harvey, who speaks excellent French, was a tremendous advantage. He guided us step by step with great patience, availability, and clarity. Harvey truly knows his profession, has excellent knowledge of construction, and has a great professional network. His advice was invaluable at every stage. Responsive, attentive, friendly, and warm, he made this first experience much easier and less stressful for us. Now that we are proud owners of our first home in the United States, we are truly happy to have had Harvey by our side and would recommend him without hesitation!
Sdo14 S.
Review for Member: Harvey Yelen
Zillow
Review I cannot recommend Harvey Yelen with Keller Williams Realty highly enough. He came into our lives during an incredibly difficult time when my mother became very ill and ultimately passed away. Because we live out of state, the prospect of managing the sale of her home from hundreds of miles away during our time of grief felt completely overwhelming. From day one Harvey stepped in not just as a real estate professional, but as a true lifeline. He coordinated everything locally and even put us in touch with a wonderful service to handle cleaning out the house, saving us countless trips back and forth. His communication was flawless, giving our family immense peace of mind when we needed it most. Harvey handled the entire transaction with the utmost sensitivity, professionalism, and genuine care. If you need a trustworthy, competent, and deeply compassionate realtor, look no further.
Khoraphile
Review for Member: Harvey Yelen
Zillow
Review Harvey helped me through the process of selling my mom's home. He was a pleasure to work with, and he made a daunting process easy to navigate. Harvey always made himself available for questions, explained things clearly, and was very thorough. Whether it was taking our calls, working with other agents, or helping us connect with contractors, Harvey made sure that we had the information and support we needed each step of the way. From the beginning, he demonstrated that he genuinely cares about his clients and ensured that we were happy with the process. I highly recommend him for an exceptional real estate experience!
John
Review for Member: Harvey Yelen
Zillow
Review Harvey was exceptional to work with. As a first time home buyer I had no clue what I was doing. On day one Harvey promised he would be there every step of the way and he truly was. On our first house viewing, I knew I had the right guy on my side. Harvey immediately brought so much insight and knowledge of things I wouldnt have even thought of. He brought a flash light with him and started getting down and dirty so to speak, really taking a look at things and pointing things out. Harvey was available 24/7, every-time I called he either answered or called me back within 2 minutes. He made the process easy and fun and is a great guy 10/10 couldnt have asked for anything
Mohit S.
Review for Member: Harvey Yelen
Zillow
Review Harvey was incredible throughout our first home-buying journey. As first-time buyers, we had a lot of questions, uncertainty, and stressful moments along the way, but Harvey was always patient, responsive, and genuinely supportive. More than just a realtor, he felt like someone truly in our corner; guiding us honestly through every step, helping us think through important decisions, and even sharing practical money-saving advice along the way. What we appreciated most was that we never felt pressured. He always encouraged us to make the decision that felt right for us long term, and that level of trust meant a lot. Were extremely grateful for all his help and would highly recommend Harvey to anyone looking for someone knowledgeable, caring, and truly great to work with.
Shubhi P.
Review for Member: Harvey Yelen
Zillow
Review As first-time homebuyers and immigrants living in the United States, finding a home felt both exciting and overwhelming for us. Were so thankful to Harvey for being such a kind, patient, and supportive guide throughout this entire journey. From answering our endless questions to helping us navigate every step with honesty and care, he truly made us feel comfortable and confident. His professionalism, responsiveness, and genuine support made the process feel much less stressful and far more special. Were incredibly grateful for all his help and would wholeheartedly recommend Harvey to anyone looking for a realtor they can truly trust.
Bill H.
Review for Member: Harvey Yelen
Zillow
Review 5 stars plus for Harvey. He went right to work on an estate sale for my Dad's house. He walked me through my options and took care of the buyer as well. He also took care of all the crazy NJ required stuff and made this challenging transaction as easy as possible. Harvey is knowledgeable, professional and always available when you need him. Thank you-
Idy L.
Review for Member: Harvey Yelen
Zillow
Review Harvey is very very detailed. When he shows you the house of your interest, he will go above and beyond. Every step of the way, he extends his arm to go the extra mile to do everything he can to help me. He was always there for me. He even touch base with me after I closed. I would recommend my friends and family to Harvey.
Andrew K.
Review for Member: Harvey Yelen
Zillow
Review Buying our first home in New Jersey felt overwhelming at times, but having Harvey on our side changed everything. From start to finish, he handled every detail with care and professionalism, always looking out for our best interest. More than just a Realtor, Harvey felt like a trusted advisor throughout the journey. Thanks to him, this new chapter began with confidence and gratitude.
Sophie S.
Review for Member: Harvey Yelen
Zillow
Review We had an exceptional experience working with Harvey. From day one, he demonstrated a level of professionalism that truly sets him apart. He doesnt just aEURoesell housesaEUR? aEUR" he understands the full picture. Harvey carefully considers both the buyers and the sellers perspectives, which makes negotiations smooth, strategic, and fair. You can tell hes not just trying to close a deal aEUR" hes focused on doing it the right way. What impressed us the most was his responsiveness. He was genuinely available 24/7. Every question aEUR" big or small aEUR" was answered clearly and promptly. There were no delays, no confusion, and no miscommunication throughout the entire process. In a market where timing and clarity are everything, that level of reliability makes a huge difference. He guided us through every step with confidence, transparency, and deep market knowledge. We always felt informed, protected, and supported. If you are looking for a realtor who is strategic, highly professional, detail-oriented, and fully committed to his clients, Harvey is the one. We would absolutely work with him again and highly recommend him to anyone buying or selling a home.
Tosil S.
Review for Member: Harvey Yelen
Zillow
Review We had an exceptional experience working with Harvey. From day one, he demonstrated a level of professionalism that truly sets him apart. He doesnt just aEURoesell housesaEUR? aEUR" he understands the full picture. Harvey carefully considers both the buyers and the sellers perspectives, which makes negotiations smooth, strategic, and fair. You can tell hes not just trying to close a deal aEUR" hes focused on doing it the right way. What impressed us the most was his responsiveness. He was genuinely available 24/7. Every question aEUR" big or small aEUR" was answered clearly and promptly. There were no delays, no confusion, and no miscommunication throughout the entire process. In a market where timing and clarity are everything, that level of reliability makes a huge difference. He guided us through every step with confidence, transparency, and deep market knowledge. We always felt informed, protected, and supported. If you are looking for a realtor who is strategic, highly professional, detail-oriented, and fully committed to his clients, Harvey is the one. We would absolutely work with him again and highly recommend him to anyone buying or selling a home.
Schmidt A.
Review for Member: Harvey Yelen
Zillow
Review Harvey is a fantastic realtor! I can't recommend Harvey highly enough. Throughout the entire process he was supportive, knowledgeable, and gueninely invested in helping me find the perfect place. Harvey took the time to understand what I was looking for and explained every step of the process clearly. He worked with my schedule to show me several homes until we found the right one. Thanks to him, I was able to navigate an incredibly competitive market and find the right home for my family. Harvey also went above and beyond in connecting me with other top-notch professionals including contractors, lawyers, and realtors in my previous state of residence. Harvey is a highly trustworthy realtor who stayed in communication with us through every step of the way, from selling our former home to checking in with him post-closing on our new home. We are truly grateful to have worked with Harvey!
Geri K.
Review for Member: Harvey Yelen
Zillow
Review Harvey Yelen helped me and my husband secure the home we hope to raise a family in. He's also helping us sell our first home. So, we have the pleasure of working with him on two transactions. That being said, whether you are looking to buy a home or hoping to sell your home; Harvey is your guy! He is efficient, knowledgeable, and caring. I know we were not his only clients, but he certainly made us feel like we were by the level of attention and thoughtfulness he provided us when we were working with him. His consistent check-ins and reminders to clear tasks before their due dates was so helpful. My husband and I are pretty inexperienced in what to look for when buying a home, so Harvey's level of guidance was exactly what we needed. He welcomes/encourages questions every step of the way and comes with a plethora of resources. Before selling our home, we needed some paintwork done, Harvey didn't just recommend someone, he called his contact and had him reach out to us to schedule the job. He truly goes above and beyond and loves what he does; it's so apparent in his work ethic. Whenever he could, Harvey tried to handle tasks on our to-do list, making our lives easier. If you are looking to buy or sell a property, I highly recommend reaching out to Harvey!
Ulrik B.
Review for Member: Harvey Yelen
Zillow
Review Harvey was our realtor for our home purchase in NJ (April 2025) and we give him the highest possible praise and recommendation. Harvey guided us through the whole process and we were very pleased with the process, communication and advise. Harvey has great knowledge and resources. Great realtor.
Caitlin J.
Review for Member: Harvey Yelen
Zillow
Review Harvey helped us to purchase our first home. We had no idea what we were doing but Harvey took the stress out of the process and made everything go so smoothly. His expertise and connections were (and still are) invaluable. I highly recommend working with Harvey to find your perfect home!
Albert E.
Review for Member: Harvey Yelen
Zillow
Review After several years of looking for a home all on one floor, Harvey found the perfect home for us. He was extremely helpful every step of this journey, and went far beyond what other agents do.Our purchase and sale was successfully completed, thanks to the hard work by Harvey.
Jacqueline L.
Review for Member: Harvey Yelen
Zillow
Review My husband and I couldnt be happier with our homebuying experience, thanks to Harvey. He was the first realtor we ever worked with and we got so lucky. He is beyond knowledgeable about the entire homebuying process (not just the searching and touring part) and he has so many contacts in the industry, which makes the process run smoothly. For example, when it came time for us to obtain a mortgage lender, he had a recommendation. When we needed to secure a lawyer, he had a go-to person. The process was so much less stressful because he really knows what hes doing and knows other people who also do a great job. And now that we just closed on our first home (yay!), we are still using his recommendations for contractors. You can tell he really cares about being a real estate agent and that this is his full-time passion. Hes not a realtor who has three other jobs and doesnt have time for you. He gives you his full attention. He always followed up and checked in with us and he is a very clear communicator. He always confirmed dates and locations and contact information with us throughout every step. He is also not pushy. I think that might be his best quality or at least most notable since realtors get a bad rep for that. He really wants you to find the house that you want. He asks what you didnt like about a home so he can better understand what exactly youre looking for. He is very patient and truly believes that visiting a home, even if its not the one for you in the end, its still a valuable experience because thats how you learn whats right for you. For example, we saw a house that had a large section of bamboo in the backyard. Harvey was straight up with us and explained that bamboo is very difficult to get rid of as he had a personal experience with the plant. That showed us that he wanted us to be armed with all the information and that we can trust him. I cant sing his praises enough. He was so helpful and made this process so easy, especially as we were house hunting with an infant to top it off and sometimes came with an entourage (our parents and siblings). He even gave us a wine and cheese gift basket at our closing. Hes a really great and nice guy who has a family himself and he knows how big of a purchase buying a home is and how important it is to be comfortable with your purchase. In this current market, people usually offer over the listing price but we ended up offering the exact listing price, based on HarveyaEUR~s recommendation. Of course that would not be best in every scenario but he just knows how to gauge a situation and get you the house that you want. Weve learned from this experience that communication is everything. Communication with your realtor, attorney, mortgage lender and beyond is essential and Harvey was that strong leader who brought together our entire home buying team and got us a house we love. We cant thank him enough and we highly recommend him to anyone!
A J.
Review for Member: Harvey Yelen
Zillow
Review Harvey worked really hard with us to identify the right towns, type of house and curating the list of need to have vs. nice to have. Every house we saw with him, he would walk around pointing out the good and bad but also letting us make the ultimate decision on how the house matches to our needs. Definitely recommend Harvey if you need a hard working and informed agent.
Ann A.
Review for Member: Harvey Yelen
Zillow
Review Harvey is professional, patient, kind, understanding and extremely competent in real estate transactions. Harveys professional demeanor and dedication was beyond my expectations. He kept my best interests in sharp focus and did his best to respond quickly to any questions or concerns. I would absolutely recommend Harvey to anyone looking to buy or sell a home. Thank you, Harvey!
Oconn184
Review for Member: Harvey Yelen
Zillow
Review When we made an interstate move in 2020, we discovered Harvey Yelen through a listing we were interested in. He guided us virtually to find our home in NJ that summer. Our positive experience with Harvey back then made him our first call when we decided to sell our home in 2024. Harveys deep market knowledge, dependable communication, and exceptional commitment turned what could have been an overwhelming process into a much smoother experience. He went the extra mile by connecting us with experts for staging and painting, and even helped us find a reliable realtor for our next home. We couldnt recommend Harvey more highly!
Wilmerlavado1979
Review for Member: Harvey Yelen
Zillow
Review Harvey did a great job helping me out finding a house for my family and I ,he was always available at anytime and always answer all my questions and guide me thru the process He is a great man and very professional, I was lucky to work with Harvey,I would recommend him to anyone.
Irfan H.
Review for Member: Harvey Yelen
Zillow
Review Harvey is a real estate agent who approaches his work with a refreshing honesty and transparency. As a landlord, working with Harvey was a seamless experience. From the moment our property was listed, Harvey was proactive and responsive, promptly addressing any inquiries or concerns potential tenants had. He demonstrated a genuine commitment to ensuring all parties were well-informed and comfortable throughout the rental process. Harvey's dedication to facilitating a smooth transaction was evident in his thorough follow-up on any outstanding matters, ensuring that all loose ends were tied up before lease agreements were finalized. His proactive and diligent approach truly made a difference in ensuring a positive experience for both myself and the tenants. I would very highly recommend Harvey for all matters related to selling, buying or renting real estate.
Priya T.
Review for Member: Harvey Yelen
Zillow
Review Harvey was a pleasure to work with during our search for an apartment. I was very appreciative of his welcoming demeanor, honesty and timely communication throughout the rental process. He was always readily available to answer our questions and made sure we had as much information as possible before we finally signed our lease. I would definitely recommend Harvey to anyone interested in a stress-free and effortless rental process!
Connor G.
Review for Member: Harvey Yelen
Zillow
Review Harvey tells it exactly how it is, and as someone looking to rent or buy a house, that is all you can really ask for. My partner and I were looking to rent a place and Harvey was responsive and honest from the jump. He answered all of our questions as honestly as he could and even called to follow up on open points to make sure they were closed before the lease signing. He was very proactive in making sure the renting process was as easy for us as possible, and continually proved he was willing to go above and beyond.
Sushil D.
Review for Member: Harvey Yelen
Zillow
Review Harvey is an incredibly hard working, market savvy agent. Once he learned that we were handling the estate of my late Uncle, he went above and beyond to make sure we had the easiest process possible. I'm not sure how we could've done this without him. His recommendations for small adjustments, really helped us get the best value for the home. And his communication was detailed, timely, and thorough. I can't recommend working with Harvey enough to anyone selling or buying a home in NJ!
Geesan1124
Review for Member: Harvey Yelen
Zillow
Review We hit it off together the first time we met. He is very friendly and easy going, never pressured us to make an offer. He knew what we were looking for and only showed us what would suit our needs. When the time came recommended couple of inspectors and real estate attorney. Overall excellent experience and will recommend him highly.
Kieran H.
Review for Member: Harvey Yelen
Zillow
Review My wife and I worked with Harvey in the purchase of our first home and he was instrumental in making the process easy to understand and navigate. You can rest assured that when you work with Harvey you're getting his very best. To say he goes above and beyond for clients somehow still seems like an understatement. He will make himself available for any and all questions and had an amazing knack of getting us in ASAP to see properties we were interested in. Couple that with his extensive knowledge for the market and you know you're putting yourself in the best possible position when you find the one property that you've been waiting for! Harvey becomes a trusted partner not only in the home buying process, but for just about anything else you may need for your home. He has a wealth of contacts that you can leverage without the fear of there being kickbacks as they're people that he himself would trust. This proved incredibly helpful for us as first timers and the fact that we're both pretty new to New Jersey. I'd recommend Harvey without hesitation to anyone looking to buy their first home or even seasoned veterans of the process. You'd be getting an incredibly skilled and hard working agent that anyone would love to have on their side.
Nathalie
Review for Member: Harvey Yelen
Zillow
Review As a first time home buyer, Harvey seamlessly guided me through the home buying process with his market expertise and ensured I found the home that fit my needs and budget. After my first call with Harvey I knew I found the best realtor for me - he took the time to explain the full process to me, paid close attention to my preferences, respected my budget, and was constantly available to answer all of my questions. He goes above and beyond for his clients to make sure they have all the information needed every step of the way from initial open houses all the way to closing. Harvey was very supportive during the time of visiting open houses and offered me extensive insight so that I was capable of putting forward an offer that I fully understood and that fit my expectations. On top of his real estate knowledge he was willing to provide me with resources and reliable referrals for other aspects of the home buying process, which was especially important to me during the process of closing. I cannot thank him enough for all the time and attention he dedicated to my home search with me. For anyone looking to buy their first home, look no further because Harvey will equip you with the knowledge needed to make this important decision. Best of all, he won?t treat you as just a client, he will treat you like a friend and spend time breaking down these complex topics into a way that makes sense to a new home buyer. I know even after closing on my home I can reach out to Harvey for advice on home ownership topics. To sum it up, he provided a professional service and went the extra mile to really make sure I found exactly the home I was looking for! He really had my best interest at heart, which can be hard to find in a realtor so I truly appreciate everything he did for me and cannot recommend Harvey enough.
Crpadmasini
Review for Member: Harvey Yelen
Zillow
Review I would unreservedly recommend Harvey for anyone looking to buy a home in Essex County and surrounding areas. Harvey helped us understand what we were looking for in a house. He provided us with a wealth of information on the home itself, the home buying process, all the maintenance a home needs, he helped us think through our requirements and how much we were willing to spend. He simplified the whole process for us, he connected us with everyone we needed along the way - from the lender and the lawyer and the locksmith, to the home-insurance agent and move-in cleaner. He helped us with researching prior to buying the house, he kept things moving once the offer was in place. He was available to talk to us and discuss things when we had questions for him, we felt reassured having him on our team.
Dheeraj K.
Review for Member: Harvey Yelen
Zillow
Review Buying a home is market/neighborhood research, lot of leg work seeing homes, understanding your preferences, knowledge of home buying process and acting smartly yet quickly when you need to put in that offer. You dont have to do all this on your own when Harvey is on your team. Harvey understands that home buying is a lot of emotional and physical energy spent and he takes this as personally as you would. He will generously share his knowledge, time and energy in making your search for a new home a success.
Irfan H.
Review for Member: Harvey Yelen
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Review Harvey is an excellent agent who knows the process inside out. We were super nervous at the start of the process with this being our first time but Harvey walked us through and explained every part. I definitely recommend him and would go to him for our next purchase.
Rebecca T.
Review for Member: Harvey Yelen
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Review Harvey was an invaluable resource for us. As soon as we met him, he wasted no time in getting himself acquainted with our needs and wants for a new home. Because this was our first search, we were at a loss on where to start and did not yet have a clear idea of what we wanted. Harvey guided us in our search by asking us key questions that helped us narrow down the search. He objectively explained the pros and cons of each property he toured with us. He patiently answered all of our many, many questions, and he made himself available on weekdays and weekends to help us find our townhome. He was a consummate professional, knowledgeable, and was always warm and accommodating. We highly recommend his services to anyone and look forward to working with him again in the future. Thank you Harvey!
Saurabh A.
Review for Member: Harvey Yelen
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Review We ran into Harvey in an open house (we had just started looking for a house and were trying to finalize location and agent). And i MUST say , how lucky we were to find Harvey. He immediately set up time and went through what we were looking for and what we needed (different from other realtors who just want to sell a house to you). He worked with us through the pandemic and helped us find our new ?home?. I remember he was traveling back from a trip one day and he immediately showed up to an open house we wanted to go - shows how committed he is. He helped us understand the market, gain knowledge on real estate and house basics and also connected us with people we needed for everything related to the process. If it weren?t for Harvey, we would be struggling for multiple things. Harvey makes sure that you get what you need ! I am glad he is my realtor, neighbor and friend. Thanks Harvey for everything. Could not recommend anyone anymore !!!
Bpimpinella26
Review for Member: Harvey Yelen
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Review Harvey helped me find my first home! From walking into the open house to helping me with contracts, questions, concerns etc. Harvey was there the entire time. Always answered every call no matter what time of day, even while he was cooking dinner!! He truly went out of his way and it is so very much appreciated. I will always remember the purchase of my first home. Thank you for making this process seamless!!
Lorraineldg
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Review for Member: Harvey Yelen
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Review Harvey is the best! He is very friendly and professional. He is very responsive to all our needs and our questions. He is not pushy at all! We had a great experience with Harvey for the sale of our condo! Highly recommended.
Vincemannino
Review for Member: Harvey Yelen
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Review Harvey is a fantastic agent. We viewed dozens of houses with Harvey in 2020 and could not have asked for a better agent in this arduous process. Harvey is very knowledgeable on homes and pointed a multitude of features and issues that we wouldn?t have noticed. He was always happy to show us homes and answer our questions without ever being pushy. We were lucky to work with Harvey and his help finding our perfect home.
Mmfalcone2001
Review for Member: Harvey Yelen
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Review We had the privilege of working with Harvey Yelen during our recent relocation. Harvey represented us in the sale of our home and was an outstanding realtor. He really went above and beyond to help us secure a buyer. This included him reaching out to the local tax assessor to inquire about the status of our appeal and to gain some critical information. Because he went this extra mile, the tax appeal progressed after being stalled for 18 months, resulting in a major reduction in our taxes. This was critical to the sale of our home since the feedback we received was that the house was wonderful, but the taxes were too high. His actions directly resulted in securing a buyer for the home, which he also did by going the extra mile with interested parties. Harvey also was there for us and assisted throughout the entire process. Since we had already moved out of state, Harvey also went above and beyond on numerous occasions to meet various people at the house. He was a consummate professional throughout the entire process. We would highly recommend Harvey to others looking for a professional, detailed, and responsive realtor.
Shyam B.
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Review Harvey is the best! He?s extremely knowledgeable about houses and is very easy to talk to. He was very patient with us throughout the whole process. He gave us great advice and genuinely cared to help us find our dream house. We would highly recommended Harvey to anyone looking to buy their next home. We were so lucky to have matched with him. Thanks Harvey!
Drjec20002chen
Review for Member: Harvey Yelen
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Review It is unusual for me to bother with this type of review. But, Harvey is a realtor who goes well beyond what a customer would normally expect. This resulted in the entire process proceeding smoothly and efficiently, particularly given the difficulties presented by the market at the time. Two realtors I know, neither from the market I was selling in, offered the same advice: use Jordan Baris. On those recommendations, I met with Ken Baris and Harvey. I had no idea at that meeting how fortuitous it was that Harvey would be working with me. The building I was selling was an hour away from where I live. Harvey met with the town inspectors, he met with workers who came to do some fix-up, he took care of so much more than I truly expected. Over the years Ive worked with several realtors. The service Harvey provided to facilitate the sale and to make my life easier was exceptional. Without any reservation at all, I encourage you to seek out Harvey as your realtor. And, to have confidence in the exceptional marketing skills of Jordan Baris agency.
Snv51
Review for Member: Harvey Yelen
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Review Very cordial, quick responses, highly knowledgeable about the buying process, never pushy, always goes the extra mile to find out information, extremely helpful.
Oconn184
Review for Member: Harvey Yelen
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Review Making a cross-country move during a global pandemic meant that my husband and I were going to need a realtor who could literally be our eyes and ears on the ground. Harvey went above and beyond what was expected. From conducting a showing entirely on Zoom to negotiating with the sellers on furniture, he was exceptionally responsive, trustworthy, and kind. We highly recommend working with Harvey!
Colleenlavalley
Review for Member: Harvey Yelen
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Review Harvey is a wonderful realtor. He was very responsive to all my needs and questions. He made me feel like i was his only customer. I would highly recommend him to sell your home.
Zuser20171023135038399
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Review Working with Harvey has been a wonderful experience. We are first time home buyers and he has been working closely with us in looking for a potential home for our family. Communication is incredibly important. It is important to work with an agent that is knowledgeable, answers your questions promptly, advises you correctly on all necessary steps and doesnt leave you in the dark. We look forward to continue working with Harvey and are sure that he will lead us in the right path to our first home!
Louissimone0
Review for Member: Harvey Yelen
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Review Harvey definitely cares about his clients and is willing to go above and beyond for them. He is extremely responsive and knowledgeable and I look forward to working with him again in the future.
