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ZillowVERIFIEDKathe was wonderful to work with throughout the entire home-buying process. From the beginning, we always felt like she was truly in our corner. She gave us all the information we needed to make good decisions, was incredibly honest and transparent with us, and never made us feel pressured in any direction. We also went through two difficult negotiation processes, and Kathe was excellent through both of them. She helped us understand our options, advocated for us when it mattered, and ultimately helped guide us to the right outcome each time. Having her experience and judgment in those moments made a huge difference. We would absolutely recommend Kathe to anyone looking for a realtor, especially in the Sewickley area. She knows the area and the local market extremely well, and that knowledge was invaluable throughout the process. Were very grateful we had her representing us and would happily work with her again.
ZillowVERIFIEDWe couldnt have asked for a better realtor than Kathe. She helped us purchase our first home when we moved to Pittsburgh, and six years later, she helped us sell it as we moved closer to family. Kathe was incredibly knowledgeable, responsive, and invested in making the process as smooth as possible. She gave us sound advice on preparing the house, and it paid off. We had multiple offers right off the bat and ended up selling over asking! Kathe helped us find this home during such an important time in our lives and she helped us navigate selling it when it was time for our next chapter. We are so grateful for everything she did for our family. We highly recommend Kathe to anyone looking for a realtor who is knowledgeable, trustworthy, and truly cares about her clients!
ZillowVERIFIEDWe selected Kathe after a series of aEUR~capability and fit meetings with a shortlist of very talented realtors in the Sewickley market. From the jump, she differentiated herself through her market mastery, analytical capabilities and work ethic. Her value-add extended into all realms of our process, lending her time and talent - and her considerable network of contacts - to help us plan and execute every phase of work. But it was in moments of complexity and uncertainty that Kathes true super powers were revealed. In these instances, she exhibited a remarkable clarity of thought and action, acknowledging our aEUR~emotion while moving us forward toward a productive set of indicated actions that ultimately resulted in a successful transaction. Our journey with Kathe was a master class in IQ and EQ. We recommend her without hesitation.
ZillowVERIFIEDWhere does one start when reviewing excellence? Last year when I had to make the difficult decision to move from my hometown of Pittsburgh, I was matched with Kathe through Piatt Sotheby's and the recommendation of a good friend. Kathes professionalism extends to her knowledge and deep connection to the Sewickley community and the greater Pittsburgh area. Her legal skills, combined with her remarkable creative marketing expertise, emotional intelligence and relatability made selling my house the easy part of navigating my move. Kathes advice and knowledge of the market are invaluable. Trusting an agent makes it a pleasure to follow their advice. My house sold in a day! I highly recommend Kathe Barge to anyone needing to purchase or sell their home.
ZillowVERIFIEDKathe has a refined professional presence that sets her apart from other real estate agents. Her extensive experience in the Greater Pittsburgh market, not just in Sewickley where her office is located, was apparent in all phases of our buying process. Her detailed knowledge of construction, renovation, and remodeling coupled with her creativity were of particular value to us as we evaluated potential properties. Kathe was a practicing attorney for a number of years, which also sets her apart from other agents. Her legal and market experience contributed to our understanding of various legal documents (particularly the sale/purchase contract) and to managing the successful conclusion to a challenging purchase negotiation.
ZillowVERIFIEDKathe was an exceptional realtor from start to finish during our first home purchase. She was always timely and responsive to our questions and concerns, especially when unexpected surprises arose. Her years of experience and depth of knowledge were evident throughout the entire process. Kathe consistently kept us well informed, clearly explaining each step and ensuring we felt confident in every decision. She always put our best interests first and demonstrated outstanding problem-solving skills, navigating challenges smoothly and efficiently. We couldnt have asked for a better guide through such an important milestone.
ZillowVERIFIEDKathe Barge of Piatt Sothebys handled my tricky sale in the North Hills and purchase in Sewickley beautifully. She was a calming and steady guiding hand - she gave me great advice when I needed it and I speak with some experience in real estate. No matter your background, selling and buying homes is often emotional and nerve racking, but Kathe had my back and made me feel very secure. She is a true professional, not a duffer, with years of sophisticated transactions and knowledge of the market under her belt. I think her deep well of experience, plus her Duke law degree and legal experience, make her one of the top negotiators in the Pittsburgh region. Additionally, as a true professional, she wants her clients to be clients for life- she will tell you like it is and put your interests first, every time. As someone who has known a lot of realtors, and a lot of lawyers, I am glad I found Kathy and, without reservation, recommend her highly. Nancy Follansbee, July 2025
ZillowVERIFIEDWe can't say enough about Kathe. We've worked with her on multiple houses, and she thinks about each situation and transaction if it were her own home. Kathe is exceptional!
ZillowVERIFIEDKathe was the perfect realtor for us. From the first time we met to discuss the sale of our unique home on sixteen acres, we knew everything would be just fine. Kathes knowledge of the market and industry is impeccable, and her personal guidance to us was spot on. In addition, shes just so nice and easy to work with. We followed all her suggestions and appreciated her recommendations of contractors to ready the home for sale. Within a week on the market, we had multiple offers and were done! We highly recommend Kathe to anyone needing assistance in the real estate marketaEUR" shes the best!
ZillowVERIFIEDMy family and I have lived in 1 home in the Sewickley area for over 32 years. It was a very special house situated on 40 acres with beautiful views of the Ohio River and lots of privacy. But, when we received devastating news in Dec. 2022 that my husband had terminal cancer, we both agreed that I couldn't live there by myself.That's when we contacted Kathe. We had known her for over 30 years and were well aware of her expertise as a truly top notch real estate agent. She devised a plan and time frame on getting the house "market ready". Sadly, when my husband passed, Kathe helped me execute the plan, sometimes "holding my hand" along the way. The real estate transaction process involves a lot of moving parts, which at times can make things stressful, especially under my circumstances. However, Kathe's exceptional organizational skills made what could have been an experience involving lots of missteps and frustration into a seamless experience. Kathe was great at communicating the process, providing visibility, and status at all times. She was a master networker with excellent relationships with other agents, appraisers, inspectors, title companies, etc. But, most importantly, she has the wisdom that goes along with all her years of hard work! Our treasured home of 32+ years closed within 6 weeks of listing it because of Kathe's exceptional work and care!!!
ZillowVERIFIEDKathe is simply the best! She helped my wife and I both buy and sell our Pittsburgh home and we cannot imagine doing it without her. Both on the buyer and seller side, she was incredibly thoughtful, direct, responsive, knowledgeable, and an excellent negotiator. Her vast amount of experience is evident the second you begin speaking with her. I'd immediately recommend her to anyone looking to buy or sell a home in the Pittsburgh area.
ZillowVERIFIEDThere are really too many wonderful things to say about working with Kathe. She helped us purchase and sell homes in the spring of 2022. To start, she took the time to fully understand what we wanted in a new home and gave candid feedback as we looked at properties across the Pittsburgh area to keep us on track with our primary 'wants' in a new home. Buying a home in a time with rising interest rates and limited supply wasn't the most joyous experience, but Kathe was the epitome of patience and reason in some emotional moments. Come for the realtor and stay for the Monday Morning Psychiatrist, as she helped ease our nerves after missing on a few rounds of multi-bid offers. Through it all, Kathe continued to educate us on the buying process and made us more informed through her years of wisdom. She is strategic and creative in helping you craft every offer and navigating the various ways to help you win a new home. We would not have had the proper strategies to be sitting in our home today if it were not for Kathe. And finally, do not be intimidated if you aren't buying a home in the "luxury" price range. While this may be where Kathe is first-class, our experience in buying a home below the $1M range was that Kathe treats every one of her clients as though they are buying a multi-million dollar home.
ZillowVERIFIEDAnd here is what you wrote: A strong woman who gets the job done with positive communication and smooth professionalism. Kathe is a pleasure to work with and will always be our go to realtor. With a vast knowledge of the market and an unbelievable work ethic, she diligently worked with us to find the specific home we had in mind. We sold our long time family home during the upheaval of Covid and she brought us through that time and process painlessly. Her advice proved to be very valuable. We then waited over a year for a home that was right for us, going to open houses, looking at many possibilities, until we got it right. She was right there by our side and responded immediately when we needed her expertise or her presence. That was invaluable to us. She has continued to be a wonderful resource to us after moving into our new home. She knows contractors, repairmen, and specialists, if we ever had a need for someone. We think Kathe is the best in her field. You cant go wrong with her.
ZillowVERIFIEDWe reached out to Kathe when we first considered looking for a new house (and selling our existing one), having heard she was one of the best agents in the area. From our first conservation, it was immediately clear Kathe was incredibly knowledgeable about the Sewickley market, and real estate in general. We felt entirely comfortable with Kathe guiding us on this process. Kathe made everything very easy to understand and answered all of our questions. She made us feel like a real priority in terms of responsiveness and overall communications and interactions. We could not have been happier with Kathe! She also listed our existing home. With her advice and guidance, we sold our house the first weekend it was on the market, and at the asking price!
ZillowVERIFIEDExcellellent! Kathe is very knowledgeable in all aspects of the buying/selling Kathe is the most knowledgeable agent that I have ever used. There wasn't a question or concern that she could not help with. She comes across as a friend and is genuinely interested in you feeling comfortable be it as the buyer or the seller!
ZillowVERIFIEDWhen it came time for us to relocate to Sewickley from across the country, Kathe worked hard to find us the perfect home within our price range and timeframe. By listening carefully to our needs, she was able to steer us away from potential mistakes. She reacted quickly to our questions, and her legal background was a big plus when negotiating offers. Her knowledge, professionalism, and responsiveness gave us confidence during the whole process and resulted in a smooth experience for all involved. Whether you are a buyer or seller, I cant recommend Kathe highly enough.
ZillowVERIFIED"Five stars just isn't enough for this amazing agent! Kathe makes the whole process easy and streamlined. She has helped us through the sale and purchase of our homes more than once and gets better every time!"
ZillowVERIFIEDKathe is a true professional and outstanding agent. Her years of experience, critical thinking skills as a former lawyer, efficiency, and caring about what is best for you (even if you may not know it) makes her among the best in Sewickley and the region. I highly recommend using her without reservations or concerns and would use her again and again...
ZillowVERIFIEDOne of the Top realtors in the area. Strong knowledge of the market and what we needed to prepare. House sold quickly, with strong offers. Highly recommend Kathe
ZillowVERIFIEDWe highly recommend choosing Kathe Barge as your next realtor. We worked with her for both the buying and selling of our homes. She is very professional, organized and on time for every meeting. She has superior insight into the Sewickley market which enables her to strongly advocate for her clients on both the buying and selling side of contract negotiations. She is extremely helpful providing recommendations and contact information for local service providers. In addition, her email communications provide significant information about available properties as well as the Sewickley market in general.
ZillowVERIFIEDKathe is the consummate professional. She is extremely knowledgeable and highly effective, knows the business inside and out. She advised us every step of the way in selling our home. Kathe told us what changes we could make to help it appeal to buyers, advised us on the market, and helped us through negotiations. The house was under contract within a week of hitting the market and closed in about 45 days. She helped us handle the minor roadblocks swiftly and effectively. Kathe responded to every communication almost instantly. We could not be happier with her services. We recommend her highly to anyone who wants to sell or buy a home.
ZillowVERIFIEDKathe has been my agent as a buyer in three real estate deals. She is incredibly knowledgable about the local market and a true real estate pro. Her legal background is an invaluable asset and contributed to a successful transaction in each situation we've worked together. She is responsive, insightful and steady during a process that can be emotional and overwhelming. I look forward to the opportunity to work with Kathe again and would strongly recommend her to anyone looking to buy or sell in the Pittsburgh market.
ZillowVERIFIEDKathe Barge provided us with effective and efficient assistance throughout the selling process for our home in the Sewickley area, both in marketing the home and also in dealing with inspections and final sale. She covered both big picture and messy details for us. Once she took over as our realtor, we saw an immediate uptick in showings. She screened well and brought in buyers and brokers who were serious, and as a result we were able to sell our home at the right price in a reasonable amount of time. We highly recommend her services.
ZillowVERIFIEDThe partnership with Kathe Barge exceeded all of my expectations. She is truly a professional in her field possessing a unique blend of personality, integrity, and education that immediately instills confidence in the home buyer. aEURc Unparalleled market knowledge and awareness aEURc A keen sense of property value and intuition on pricing aEURc Consistent and targeted communication throughout the process aEURc Qualified contacts to address the ongoing requirements of a home purchase During our initial conversation Kathe assimilated the property requirements most meaningful for me. She quickly filtered many options down to a select group of homes for my consideration. This refined starting point was incredibly helpful for the required timing of my purchase. Throughout my search, she offered candid advice and opinions on different aspects of each property. The overall process from aEUR~start through closing was incredibly well managed and a very memorable experience. Without hesitation, I would highly recommend her to anyone interested in buying or selling real estate.
ZillowVERIFIEDKathe has helped us with both buying and selling a home. Her knowledge and work ethic are wonderful. She negotiated well for us when buying and saved us money, and also recommended effective ways to increase the chances of selling our home. We are very happy with her services.
ZillowVERIFIEDWe were moving to Sewickley from California as part of a relocation. We had a very short window to find and buy something and almost everything had to be done remotely. Kathe's expertise and local knowledge made the process much easier. She was very responsive and easy to get in touch with. When my husband and brother came for a whirlwind house hunting trip of just a few hours (I was too pregnant to make the trip), Kathe made sure they saw all the options and understood the pros and cons of the available properties. In the end, we found the perfect house at a good price in a great location. Kathe helped us with every step along the way and even checked in after we closed. Excellent customer service, highly knowledgable, and a great negotiator-- I can't recommend her services highly enough!
ZillowVERIFIEDKathe helped us with our recent purchase of our Sewickley Village home. We had our very specific criteria which was a rarity to find in the village market. She worked with us for 2 years to find us the perfect home which checked ALL the boxes. I would have never thought that was even possible. Never in those 2 years did we feel rushed or forced. Kathe was patient with complete knowledge of the market and every house that have sold there, literally. She quickly grasped what we wanted and with our busy schedule she would never drag us unnecessarily to show us the house that would not fit our criteria. We never felt like we wasted time even though we were looking for 2 years. During our purchase and closing Kathe had the right connections when we needed an estimate, review or any other work on the house. Our purchase is all done but our relationship with Kathe will be life long because unlike others Kathe builds relationships not customers. I call her my Angies list because if I need any help in the area she is just one text away.
ZillowVERIFIEDWe were very grateful to have Kathe as our realtor in the purchase of our Sewickley village home. We chose her because she seemed dedicated and knowledgeable - and is she ever! Her knowledge of the market, the area, home construction/remodeling, and other valuable insights is unparalleled. She was also patient, understanding, and honest as we navigated our decision. We relocated from across the country, so much of it was remote for us. We were able to trust that she was interested and motivated by our unique best interest throughout the process. Truly, we couldnt design a better realtor. She is a smart, funny, good person who was a pleasure to work with and were sure well use her when were ready to sell!
ZillowVERIFIEDWe had a unique property to sell and were no longer living in the area. Kathe did an excellent job of marketing our property and managing it under her vacant home listing agreement. The house sold in our desired price range and Kathe was great in driving the sale through to completion.
ZillowVERIFIEDSimply put, Kathe is the best. I have been involved with 4 real estate transactions, and working with Kathe was by far my best experience. Her knowledge of the market, hard work, honesty, and efforts to do her best are obvious from the minute you begin working with her. Kathe was able to help us find what we wanted, and made the transaction processes very smooth. She is able to help from so many different aspects by having a strong team that she is able to set up. Would work with Kathe again, as a seller or buyer.
ZillowVERIFIEDSelling a house is not a frequent occurrence for most folks so the help of a professional is often needed. In our situation, we knew well in advance that we would be relocating to another city. We wanted to hire the best Realtor that we could find. Our relationship with Kathe started almost a year before we entered into a contract with her. Since she had listed and sold two houses directly across the street from our home we decided to reach out to her for her thoughts on the neighborhood and the market in general. She was gracious enough to spend several hours over the course of a few visits to give us her professional opinion on improvements to make, rooms to paint including popular color palettes that show well, and upgrades to avoid. She was very honest, blunt and full of great ideas. It required a bit more work on our part to paint several rooms in more neutral colors, but the results were well worth it. Again, all this work was done before we formally entered into an agreement with her. We were so impressed by her straight forward approach we never gave a thought to hiring anyone but Kathe. Once we signed on the dotted line, Kathe did everything she promised to do. The photography, which is critical in this fast-paced world we live in, was first class. She even had additional outdoor shots added once the trees and shrubs were in bloom. Throughout the showing process Kathe communicated promptly and never wasted our time. We talked often during the three months before we received an offer and listened to her advice to hold on our price and wait for the right buyer. After three months, we had the offer we were looking for and Kathe then lead us through the negotiating process which resulted in a successful sale. Overall, while selling a home can be stressful, we are so thankful we partnered with Kathe Barge to be our Realtor. It could not have gone any smoother for us!
ZillowVERIFIEDKathe represented us wonderfully as we searched for our dream home. She got to know us well enough to help us move across the country and right into a house that was a perfect fit for our family and young children. As an attentive listener, she was very well informed about the area and even knew of options that werent yet on the market aEUR" one of which was aEURoethe oneaEUR?. We wouldnt have gotten into the house that we did without her local knowledge, and for that we are truly grateful!
ZillowVERIFIEDIn May 2016, my wife and I hired Kathe to help us find and purchase a home in the Quaker Valley School District before the start of school in August. We chose her because she has some educational credentials not all realtors have and because, when I interviewed her, she seemed smart, honest, and easy to relate to. Now that out home buying process is over, I think we couldnt have made a better choice! Our home search was not simple. We werent exactly sure what we wanted when we started. We toured some homes numerous times before deciding whether to make an offer. We cancelled one purchase agreement after a scary inspection. Through it all, Kathe was unfailingly patient and incredibly helpful. She read us very well, sensing accurately when we wanted advice or input, even before we asked, and when we just needed a moment to think. She always returned emails, phone calls, and texts quickly, even if she was away on a long-scheduled vacation. When we dithered or got delayed, Kathe helped us stay focused on our goal. She helped us find better financing than I had found on my own. When the bank tried to delay our closing date, Kathe negotiated with them and got us the date we wanted. In fact, our biggest misstep occurred when we ignored her advice and made an offer on that house that ended up receiving a scary inspection report; Kathe saw that coming. Moreover, she is delightful to be with, which made the process less stressful and more enjoyable. Kathe has continued to be helpful and kind to us since we closed on our house. We needed to renovate a bedroom very quickly; Kathe found someone who did an excellent job. She has answered numerous miscellaneous questions I have had. She even sent us a holiday card with a recent picture of our house. Because she is exceedingly competent, caring, and congenial, I would recommend Kathe to anyone. And when we are ready to sell this house and buy another, we will definitely ask her to represent us.
ZillowVERIFIEDI am very picky when it comes to picking a house. It took my SO and I 3 YEARS to pick a house. We went back and forth between Sewickley and Washington County. We went out and looked at probably 50-100 houses. I realize that all of this makes me sound like a crazy person. Kathe was right there with us through it all. She was helpful, giving her opinions when we needed it, steering us in the right direction when I "loved" a house that was probably going to be a money pit, and not tossing us to the curb when we would spend .25 seconds in a beautiful house before looking at each other and declaring "we hate it." She is super knowledgeable, she knows someone to fix or estimate or give advise on absolutely everything. She came recommended by my financial planner as well as a few friends that had also used her to buy/sell their houses. Basically, I can't say enough about how happy we are with her!!! P.S. We close on our new house FRIDAY!!!! THANK YOU KATHE!!!!
ZillowVERIFIEDKathe helped us buy a home in Sewickley. She was extremely knowledgeable about the area and about all of the homes on the market. We would definitely recommend Kathe as a buying or listing agent and would use her again. After our purchase, Kathe continued to be helpful with advice and recommendations for home professionals.
ZillowVERIFIEDKathe is the consummate professional. She listed our Sewickley Heights home. She had it under agreement and closed within five months. That is quite impressive considering the size and listing price of our former home. She was always available to answer any questions that we had and address any issues that came up. At the time, we were so focused on the sale of our prior home and the physical move to our current home that we truly did not appreciate the fantastic job that she did with the purchase of our Shadyside home. Kathe is outstanding. Five stars are not enough to adequately describe Kathe's performance!
ZillowVERIFIEDWe highly recommend working with Kathe - her knowledge of the Sewickley area and of the market was exactly what we needed as first-time home buyers new to the area. Kathe is great to work with, we had a ton of questions about the process of buying a home and Kathe always had prompt answers as well as advice based on her vast experience. Once we found the right house, she really helped us with negotiating - Kathe gave us great advice on what to offer and when, and before we knew it we were closing! She really made it easy for us. We've been in our house for 3 months now and it's perfect. If you are looking in the Sewickley area, no one knows more than Kathe!
ZillowVERIFIEDKathe did a terrific job for my wife and me as we searched for our new home in the Sewickely area in early 2016. Her encyclopedic knowledge of the housing market was very helpful, and her background as a CPA and attorney made her a trusted and invaluable advisor. We would highly recommend Kathe to anyone either buying or selling a home in Sewickley.
ZillowVERIFIEDWe cannot recommend Kathe highly enough! When my mother-in-law suffered some serious health issues we were faced with the difficult task of getting her townhouse sold from several states away. Kathe guided us through the process swiftly and efficiently. Her knowledge of the Sewickley market was so beneficial to me as someone completely unfamiliar with the area, and it was wonderful to have someone that I could lean on to guide me step by step. Kathe tells it like it is and fights for her clients which is so necessary in such a huge transaction. If you want knowledge and experience and someone who will be your partner in the real estate process, call Kathe!
ZillowVERIFIEDKathe was wonderful to work with! We purchased our home with Kathe about eight months ago. She was very highly recommended to us by people we knew in the area. Working with her still helps us out now, as we have depended on her for references for various vendors such as movers, painters, and plumbers (and she keeps extensive lists of others as well), which we will undoubtedly call upon her for in the future! She seems to know everyone, and everyone seems to know her! Her knowledge of the market is extensive and well-researched, and she has provided us with invaluable information to help guide us. We trusted her completely throughout the process. Being unfamiliar with the local market, we depended on Kathe on factors such as deciding on a reasonable asking price. It took a lot of stress off us to be able to rely on her expertise! The house we were most interested in was already under contract. However, given our particular set of circumstances, Kathe felt we should put in an offer anyway. We did, and our sellers decided take our offer instead of going with the original buyers! (As I recall our offer was either still below or at asking price). A few issues came up during our house inspection, and again, Kathe guided us through the process with very little angst. Our issues were resolved with barely any effort on our end, other than being patient. In addition to being completely professional, Kathe has a very kind, warm demeanor. It was a pleasure working with her. And boy, does she stays on top of things-- I swear the woman never sleeps!
ZillowVERIFIEDI negotiate deals for a living, but Kathe brought a level of local expertise that provided additional value in buying our home. She earned her commission in the negotiation process alone. No one knows more about the Sewickley market. If you want a local expert, she is the best. We were new to the area and needed information on everything from property taxes to what restaurants work best for large parties. I still text her months after the transaction asking more questions - and she answers every one. And she throws a killer party.
ZillowVERIFIEDKathe Barge is an exceptional real estate representative whether you are buying or selling a home. Her wise counsel, her immediate response to any/all questions and concerns, and her personal commitment to customer satisfaction made my home selling experience comfortable and very satisfying. Kathe is highly professional, very respectful and most importantly, someone in whom I could put my trust. I would, without hesitation, recommend Kathe Barge to assist with any real estate needs.
ZillowVERIFIEDOnce we found out we were being relocated to Pennsylvania we knew we wanted to begin the house hunting process with Kathe. From the very beginning she was warm and welcoming to us as newcomers to the area and really took her time showing us around Sewickley and all the special things it had to offer. We never felt pressured; she always had our best interests at heart, and in the end we were able to find a house that has brought us so much joy. We appreciate all her hard work and would highly recommend her to others.
ZillowVERIFIEDKathe made our move from Washington, DC to Sewickley far less stressful than it would have otherwise been. Her knowledge of the area and the market, as well as her connections to local resources, made our lives much easier. She was very patient in showing us options but also provided very helpful guidance so that we could make decisions more quickly and feel comfortable making them. I would highly recommend using Kathe to anyone moving to the area.
ZillowVERIFIEDKathe helped us negotiate the process of buying a new home as we negotiated a long distance move to Pittsburgh, and we were very pleased with her service throughout all of the steps. Beyond helping us understand the local real estate market, she also talked at length with us about the factors in each of the communities we were considering that contribute to a smooth transition for newcomers, like community spirit and options for volunteering. Not knowing exactly what we wanted, she took the time to show us options in a range of categories from single homes to condominiums and in a range of cities and locations (e.g., rural vs. in city). She responded quickly to our emails and calls which was particularly important for us because we were so far from Pittsburgh during the buying process. When we reached the stage of negotiations, we can not say enough about her ability to help us get a fair price, far below what we expected. Kathy has continued to helps after our purchase and has been a good source for suggestions about services and providers in the area.
ZillowVERIFIEDWe wanted a bigger home and less debt. We wanted to stay in the Quaker Valley School District. And we wanted to move from a 100-year-old house in the village to a new home in the hills. Sound impossible? You dont know Kathe Barge. My wife and I made a decision to work with the best. We researched Realtors in the area. Two stood out from the pack. We interviewed each and chose to work with Kathe because, not only did she have an exceptional understanding of the marketplace, she was tech savvy. She presented strategies to make our property stand out to buyers on realtor.com, Trulia, and Zillow aEUR" the very tools that we were using to peruse the housing market. Kathe guided us through every step of the process. She helped us to prepare our home to attract buyers. She taught us what to expect in the marketplace and she handled negotiations masterfully. When we sold our home, we had less than a month to find a new home, negotiate a sale, secure a mortgage, and then actually move. Kathe connected us with competent professionals in every phase of the operation. She provided helpful suggestions at every twist and turn. What could have been aEUR" what should have been aEUR" a highly stressful event was, in fact, a process that was superbly well managed. How did we do? We have 50% more living space, 300% more storage space, and a three car garage as opposed to having no garage. Best of all, we reduced our mortgage by over $180,000. Every so often you will meet a person who has mastered every aspect of their profession and still manages to become your three year olds best friend. That is Kathe Barge.
ZillowVERIFIEDKathe was invaluable to us as we made our move to Sewickley. We had been casually looking for 6 months when a friend recommended we call Kathe. Kathe knew the market inside and out and was extremely patient with us. When we found the house we wanted, Kathe knew the history of the house and helped us imagine how to renovate. We ran into some trouble at closing where the deal could've easily fallen apart, but Kathe was there handling every little detail from plumbers to roofers! I would highly recommend Kathe and truly couldn't have made the move without her help.
ZillowVERIFIEDKathe knew the area, what was available and the pros and cons of each property. She provided honest and trustworthy recommendations and perspectives on every property with my interest in mind . Most realtors I have dealt with seemed only to be interested in the sale. Kathe was not that eat at all. I would use her again and would highly recommend her to anyone looking to buy or sell a home.
ZillowVERIFIEDKathe was invaluable to us as we purchased our first home. Her knowledge of the local market, attention to detail, and ability to listen helped us get the perfect house. She was also extremely patient, taking time to answer the many questions we had. She didn't pressure us and was always upfront information. We're very grateful for her help.
ZillowVERIFIEDKathe Barge is one of the best realtors I have ever worked with. She is smart as a whip, knows the Pittsburgh market incredibly well, and listens to her clients on what is most important to them. I would highly recommend using Kathe either to sell your home or to find you your dream home!