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Bush S.
Review for Member: Rick Bratrud
ZillowVERIFIEDRick was fantastic to work with! We only had a weekend in Des Moines to find a house before moving out. Rick took the time before we came to talk through what we were looking for and had planned visits to several homes. He has been doing this for a long time, and was able to help us quickly sort through and find the right neighborhoods and homes to look at. Rick was super comfortable to work with--we always felt like he was truly partnering with us to find the right house. Very responsive through the whole home-buying process, from beginning to end. Couldn't have asked for a better experience.
Shannon G.
Review for Member: Rick Bratrud
ZillowVERIFIED Rick was our first real contact moving from out of state to Iowa. He made us feel very comfortable right away. Rick is knowledgeable about the area, very quick to respond with any questions and always had our back. When we were in escrow he kept on contacting the builder with issues to ensure our home was acceptable before we moved in. Even after the purchase of our home he made sure everything was taken care of and helped us with any issues that came up. He genuinely cares about his clients and that shows.
Sglover88
Review for Member: Rick Bratrud
ZillowVERIFIED Rick was our first real contact moving from out of state to Iowa. He made us feel very comfortable right away. Rick is knowledgeable about the area, very quick to respond with any questions and always ...
User3549915
Review for Member: Rick Bratrud
ZillowVERIFIED Rick responded very fast and was a very helpful guide through the purchasing process. There were some minor repairs needed on the house that were successfully negotiated and made before purchase. Closing went smoothly and Rick was willing to help even after the fact when questions arose.
Stoutjw22
Review for Member: Rick Bratrud
ZillowVERIFIED We were a very picky couple when it came to looking for a house to fit our needs. Rick was fantastic to work with, he was always willing to take us through houses of our choosing and was always quick to respond to our requests. Once we did find the perfect house for us he worked very hard to sell our house quickly and at a great price.
Dervisev9
Review for Member: Rick Bratrud
ZillowVERIFIED As a first-time home buyer, I was really not sure what to expect about the buying process, but Rick Bratrud made it easy.He is very customer focused and knowledgeable about real estate. He took great care in all the paperwork and negotiation and was a great advocate for us. Most important, he helped us succeed in all our goals to purchase a new home with all the criteria we were looking for. We would work with Rick again in a heartbeat - but we are so happy with our new home that won't be for a long time! If you are trying to find a good agent, look no further. - Amra A.
User8469189
Review for Member: Rick Bratrud
ZillowVERIFIED Rick was very helpful through the process of buying my first home. Everything was new to me and he was able to walk me through it step by step and help me understand everything. I am very thankful to have him on my side. He was very knowledgable of not only the process, but of the area and properties in general. He knew I was in a hurry to move and was able to help me find the perfect place and move in very quickly. I will definitely use Rick in the future and would recommend him to anyone looking to buy a property!
Tyler C.
Review for Member: Rick Bratrud
ZillowVERIFIED This was my first home buying experience and Rick made it very easy for me to get exactly what I wanted. I already had a few houses picked out and Rick was very good about pointing things out that were helpful in making my decision. He was never too pushy, and was always available when I had a question or concern. He made sure that I got a great deal on my first home, and I would highly recommend him to any buyer.
Tyler C.
Review for Member: Rick Bratrud
ZillowVERIFIED This was my first home buying experience and Rick made it very easy for me to get exactly what I wanted. I already had a few houses picked out and Rick was very good about pointing things out that were helpful in making my decision. He was never too pushy, and was always available when I had a question or concern. He made sure that I got a great deal on my first home, and I would highly recommend him to any buyer.
Fehrmc
Review for Member: Rick Bratrud
ZillowVERIFIED My wife and I have moved sevaral times in the last few years and have worked with some good agents but even so we were impressed with Rick. He was extremely helpful in our new home search. His knowledge of home construction is one of the things that sets him apart. He was not at all pushy or impatient (we had a long list of houses to look at), he was very responsive, and overall very easy to work with. He helped us convert a list of wants into ownership of the right house in the right neighborhood at a good price and without a lot of stress getting through the process.
Tom930961
Review for Member: Rick Bratrud
ZillowVERIFIED Rick is a great agent to work with, he has extensive knowledge of the local areas and is very knowledgeable on current local market values. Rick was extremely helpful through out the selling process, professional and very responsive to my requests and house inquires, he helped me sell an existing home and purchase a new home in a specific area. I would definitely recommend Rick to any one looking to buy or sell!
Zuser20140616072543954
Review for Member: Rick Bratrud
ZillowVERIFIED Rick is a great agent to work with, he has extensive knowledge of the local areas and is very knowledgeable on current local market values. Rick was extremely helpful through out the selling process, professional and very responsive to my requests and house inquires, he helped me sell an existing home and purchase a new home in a specific area. I would definitely recommend Rick to any one looking to buy or sell!
User3005493
Review for Member: Rick Bratrud
ZillowVERIFIED My husband and I just purchased our first home. We are so excited to be getting settled in. It was such an enjoyable experience, we definitely have Rick to thank for that! He was flexible working with our schedules to view homes, and he was always available to answer questions. He provided us with honest answers, while helping to smoothly guide us through the buying process. Rick is personable, a great resource of knowledge, and a true professional. I will recommend Rick Bratrud to anyone I know looking to buy or sell their home. We will definitely be working with Rick in the future when we are ready for our next home.
User9146922
Review for Member: Rick Bratrud
ZillowVERIFIED Our experience with Rick as our realtor was fabulous - he made the entire process very easy for us. He was patient and very responsive to our requests and was honest and sincere in his advice. He was always very quick to emails and texts. We would highly recommend Rick Bratrud as a real estate agent!
User57299210
Review for Member: Rick Bratrud
ZillowVERIFIED Rick Bratrud negotiated our purchase and sale with patience, expert advice and skill. I would recommend him and use him as our agent in the future. He was attentive to our needed showing hours, performed professional open houses and got the results we needed both on our sale and purchase.
User9650700
Review for Member: Rick Bratrud
ZillowVERIFIED My husband and I can't say enough about how happy we were with Rick as our realtor!After living away from Iowa for 10 years, we were very excited to be moving back but were both a bit overwhelmed by finding a home in Des Moines, an area neither of us was familiar with. Planning the move from out of state, expecting our first child, and starting a new job had us worried about how we would get it all done! An acquaintance put us in contact with Rick, and we made plans to spend a week here looking for homes. We knew immediately upon meeting Rick that we had made the right choice. He was extremely knowledgeable about the communities and neighborhoods, gave us helpful tips about schools, shopping, and restaurants, and was able to show us all of the homes that we had found through our online research (and there were many!), as well as take us to homes that he thought we'd like based on our must-haves and tastes. When we found the perfect house, Rick worked hard to get us into it, despite ours not being the only offer. He was always available when we needed to ask a question or to get an opinion, and he made us feel as if we were always his top priority.Without hesitation, we would recommend Rick to anyone who is looking for a professional, ethical, and highly qualified realtor. We are in the home of our dreams and will be here for many years to come thanks to Rick!
User4640507
Review for Member: Rick Bratrud
ZillowVERIFIED If you want a realtor that works hard for you, patient, yet aggressive, than you need Rick on your team to help you sell or buy your next home. I sold my home via a short-sale program, and knew I would encounter some bumps, but nothing like he and I encountered. Rick stayed alongside of me to get this transcaction completed, months later. He has the knowledge of finance and housing, that's an asset when you want to sell or buy your next property. Great Job, Rick! & Thanks.
User6640840
Review for Member: Rick Bratrud
ZillowVERIFIED Rick was great to work with! He worked within our requirements, had excellent knowledge, was very accessible, and allowed us to come to our own decisions but also provided very valuable input in a non-judgemental way. Would highly recommend him!
User9963536
Review for Member: Rick Bratrud
ZillowVERIFIED We were looking to build a new home and noticed that Rick works with a local builder and was experienced in new home construction. We ultimately did not go with the builder Rick works with, but being the professional he is he helped us find a builder that was right for us.We were impressed enough with Rick that we also decided to list the house we were selling with him. Our house sold in three weeks!! Working with Rick we have found that he is very experienced in all phases of Real Estate and his responsiveness is second to none. If I sent him an e-mail he would respond within minutes, not hours or days.I would highly recommend Rick whether you are building, selling or buying real estate.
YvelineJ
Review for Member: Rick Bratrud
ZillowVERIFIED Being first time home buyers, we were blessed to find Rick on our path! He guided us through the whole process with patience and respect. He is trustworthy, thorough and you can be sure that he will have your best interest in mind. Thanks to him, we avoided paying fees due to our inexperience! He responds to emails and phone calls really fast and does not take you for granted. He's a real professional. We wish him all the best in his already successful career! Cheers!
TravisNelsen
Review for Member: Rick Bratrud
ZillowVERIFIED I just closed on my first home with Rick's help. He was there for me every step of the process and I couldn't be more grateful for all the help he gave me. I would recommend Rick to anyone that is looking to buy a home!
User913752
Review for Member: Rick Bratrud
ZillowVERIFIED Rick did a great job selling our townhouse in a market where this can be difficult. He did an open house quickly and followed up promptly with potential buyers as well as keeping us up to date on the process. Before we received an offer, Rick showed us several possible homes and once we received the offer on the townhouse, Rick found us the perfect home in the location we most wanted and best of all under our maximum price! Rick was so quick, we were able to put an offer on the new house and receive an acceptance the same night!The entire process was so easy, Rick is a true professional!
Sree S.
Review for Member: Rick Bratrud
ZillowVERIFIED We have taken Rick's help to by our first home. We are glad we found him. He is always available at any time to answer our questions. He is very patient. We always felt, we are talking to a friend or a family member. Even though we were late to the showings he was always there standing with a smiling face. He is very knowledgeable, honest about his opinions and cared about our concerns. He was always there to help us even though it was a short notice. After looking at several properties, we are able to buy a nice town home.
MrSunkara
Review for Member: Rick Bratrud
ZillowVERIFIED We have taken Rick's help to by our first home. We are glad we found him. He is always available at any time to answer our questions. He is very patient. We always felt, we are talking to a friend or a family member. Even though we were late to the showings he was always there standing with a smiling face. He is very knowledgeable, honest about his opinions and cared about our concerns. He was always there to help us even though it was a short notice. After looking at several properties, we are able to buy a nice town home.
Byetter
Review for Member: Rick Bratrud
ZillowVERIFIED I was listed with a different agency for approximately 6 months with little to no action. I met Rick through my son and after our initial meeting, felt confident that he can sell my farm, ranch home. Two weeks later we were negotiating potential offers followed by a solid offer the following week. I recommend Rick to anyone that needs to have a personal touch and truly understands expectations and is out the seller's best interest. Thank you Rick!
Shadowgal
Review for Member: Rick Bratrud
ZillowVERIFIED In our opinion, Rick is the perfect realtor for several reasons. He is extremely knowledgeable in home construction, he is highly familar with the entire Des Moines area (which makes it easier for someone relocating to the area), he is extremely patient and really listens to what we say, and he treats you like a good friend who always responds quickly to questions and concerns. He is also very well-informed with the bidding and closing process, and he has a calming effect when the pressure of a big house purchase overwelmed us. Hopefully we won't be moving in any time soon, but if that happens Rick is the only realtor whom we will contact for a successful buying or selling experience. We can't say enough good things about him!
Shanowens
Review for Member: Rick Bratrud
ZillowVERIFIED We used Rick to buy our first home and could not be happier with the experience. We felt that Rick was extremely diligent on our behalf and let us communicate what it was that we wanted in a house. Now we are living in a vintage craftsman bungalow that we adore. Thanks Rick
MargaretJohnson2
Review for Member: Rick Bratrud
ZillowVERIFIED Great experience. Love the place! Thanks for helping us make it through the financing maze.
Pragya M.
Review for Member: Rick Bratrud
ZillowVERIFIED This was our first experience buying a home and we began our search with a different realtor. In a few days, we were disappointed to the point of quitting house search altogether. Then we met Rick and he made the entire process so seamless and quick. He was flexible and extremely patient with us throughout our home search. It almost felt like having a family member watch out for you and he was always there with a friendly smile. Honestly, we couldn't have found a better home in the area that we wanted at the price we wanted to pay without him. His knowledge of the area, business and house things in general is exceptional. We would highly recommend him to anyone. He was always responsive, answering our queries when they arose no matter what hour of the day. Rick is committed to building relationships and not just selling homes. We really can't say enough good things about him!
Mlauer1
Review for Member: Rick Bratrud
ZillowVERIFIED Rick Helped us find our second home up here in Des Moines after we had been looking for a while. Rick made our search very quick and easy, and was the perfect person to give an objective point of view when asked. After buying a house once before, and selling that house to move up to Des Moines, we have dealt with many realtors. Rick was the first realtor that we have been comfortable with and exceeded all of our expectations. I Highly recommend Rick to all of my friends, and to anyone looking for the best realtor in Des Moines.
Royp10
Review for Member: Rick Bratrud
ZillowVERIFIED Rick helped us purchase a place that meets our needs in retirement. He spent considerable time with us to discover our requirements (Size, location, approx. floor layout, price, etc.). Then he helped us understand the current market and opportunities and showed us only communities that he had evaluated fully (including on site visits) to ensure that each would meet our needs. Following our selection of a villa that my wife "absolutely had to have," Rick negotiated very favorable terms and conditions. This was our sixth new house and the process has been the most fruitful and the most enjoyable.
