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Zuser20161026161136735
Review for Member: Todd J. Denman
ZillowVERIFIEDWe received exceptional Service from Lynne and the Denman group! We cant say enough about Lynne and the incredible job she did guiding us through the real estate and homebuying process. As first-time buyers, we were overwhelmed and unsure where to start, so I reached out to Lynne, and she was ready to help immediately. From the moment we connected, it was clear how dedicated and professional she is. Lynne worked tirelessly to understand our needs, walk us through every step, and make sure we felt confident throughout the entire journey, both paperwork and financial-wise. She came to every open house with us, no matter the time or location, and often worked late into the evening just to make sure we didnt miss any opportunities. She even gently encouraged us to explore homes outside our original search boundaries. She encouraged us to see and experience options we never wouldve considered on our own, one of which ultimately became the perfect fit. Lynne explored several strategies to help us find the right home, negotiate effectively, and protect our best interests. She didnt stop searching, advising, and advocating until she was completely confident we had found the place that truly felt like home. She also took the extra time to prepare us for inspections, financing, and long-term planning, which gave us incredible peace of mind. What really stood out to us was how much she cared. She prioritized our concerns, kept us informed at every step, and explained everything in a way that was easy to understand. Her communication was excellent, and she treated our homebuying goals as if they were her own. Lynne is not only knowledgeable and hardworking, but also incredibly friendly and trustworthy. Its rare to find someone who combines such professionalism with genuine care for their clients. We're so grateful for her support and highly recommend her to anyone looking for a smooth, stress-free, and truly personalized homebuying experience. Thank you, Lynne, you truly went above and beyond!
User47944552
Review for Member: Todd J. Denman
ZillowVERIFIED If youve ever bought or sold a home, you already know that everyone seems to know a aEURoerealtoraEUR? who can help. Ive purchased and sold several properties over the years and have worked with many agents and brokers, on both the buying and selling side. But I have never experienced such a positive, seamless, and well-executed process as I did with Lynne Minchello (and her husband Don) at The Denman Group. They are not your typical realtor team. They operate with a modern, tech-forward, and highly coordinated approach that makes the entire process smooth, efficient, and stress-free. What they deliver is truly a white-glove service in an industry that often feels outdated. For example: the day before the open house, Don was outside mowing a small strip of grass along the sidewalk that the landscapers had missed. He was also holding a hockeystick planning to clear a fallen branch off the roof making sure every detail was perfect. That level of hands-on care is unheard of. And as we approached closing, usually a chaotic whirlwind, I braced myself for all the typical last-minute tasks: meter readings, smoke certificates, utility final bills, etc. None of that stress ever surfaced. Lynne and her team proactively handled everything from replacing smoke detectors, coordinating inspections, even driving to the water department herself to finalize the bill the day before closing. All I had to do was approve things periodically. It was that easy. Even with everything Ive shared here, I still dont think I can fully express how exceptional these people and this team truly are. They are pioneers in their industry, and if youre buying or selling a home, you absolutely want them in your corner. I cannot recommend The Denman Group strongly enough.
Andy5984
Review for Member: Todd J. Denman
ZillowVERIFIED This review is specifically for Pete Guiney. We were the buyers for a home that he was the listing agent for. While Pete did not represent us, he was extremely difficult to work with and made the buying experience stressful for us. We were out of state buyers navigating the logistics and complications of selling and buying a home at the same time. Pete's demeanor was extremely transactional, putting the people element last and was very eager to close the sale by the end of the quarter deadline. He was also challenging for our buying agent to work with and used a lot of passive aggressive tone in his responses. We have used Compass many times in the past for both buying and selling, and this is not the level of care we would have expected to encounter from a Compass agent. To make matters even worse, we felt like Pete was dishonest throughout the process saying whatever needed to be said to close the deal. In the home inspection, there was clear evidence of water staining in the basement with identifiable cracks. Pete kept denying the presence of any water saying that the seller had not observed this at all, yet there was clear photographic evidence of water marks and staining in the inspection report. The seller did agree to repair the cracks using a recommendation and friend of Petes. Fast forward to the present where we have now closed and moved into the house. To no surprise - we found a leak in the basement and water coming out of one of the cracks (see photo) during a heavy rainfall. We felt completely lied to and the work recommended by Pete was not done adequately (there is no warranty either for the sealing). As of present, Pete has been ignoring our agents messages. This situation really reflects on Petes character as an agent having zero regard for the people who buy the homes that he lists. For this reason alone, I do not recommend The Denman Group.
Chelseazakas
Review for Member: Todd J. Denman
ZillowVERIFIED We could not have been more fortunate to have Logan Jacobs recommended to us through a friend. My partner and I are first time home buyers, and the first time we met Logan over a coffee, Logan helped us understand the process, listened intently to our first-home "wish list" and made us feel totally comfortable. We never felt rushed, we never felt like we had to commit to anything we weren't comfortable with. We were so lucky to have Logan alongside us when we went to open houses, because they pointed certain things out and taught us to look for things we would never have known to look for. We successfully found our first home, with all the things we were looking for, thanks to Logan and their knowledge and persistence in finding the right fit and helping us through the process. I only have the best things to say about our experience, and would absolutely recommend Logan, and the Denman Group at Compass, to anyone looking to buy a home.
Erin M.
Review for Member: Todd J. Denman
ZillowVERIFIED As first time buyers Jen Sutton & her team at the Denman Group made the process as seamless as possible. We felt very supported from our initial meeting over coffee to just learn about the home buying process, through every open house and showing, all the way through closing. Jen answered every question, whether it be late night texts or early morning emails, and moved at our pace so we could really feel confident in our decisions. Grateful to have had such an easy, positive experience!
KimLopez8
Review for Member: Todd J. Denman
ZillowVERIFIED We are a party of three moving out of our state of Florida for the very first time. We are going all the way to Boston and this process would be impossible if it wasnt for Janis and her team at Denman Drapkin Group. After a very comfortable and informative video call, we started our relationship with them. We chose Janis because of her strong relationship with the LGBTQ+ community and her local community. Janis and her team constantly recommended great properties to us through Compass, which is an amazing platform. When we were ready, Janis helped us coordinate multiple showings for us when we flew in. With her experience and honesty, we trusted her to guide us through this first time home buying journey. Through Janis recommendations we met other wonderful people to help us, including our attorney, loan officer, and inspector. Our process went by very fast, but Janis and her team helped keep our heads on our shoulders the entire way. Upon closing, we felt knowledgeable and confident about our decisions. I would highly, HIGHLY recommend working with Janis and her team for your moving needs. If they could handle our unique cross-country move, they can handle anything. I am so grateful to everyone we met through the process and we will remember them fondly forever. I know who to call when we need help.
Robinhoodroad
Review for Member: Todd J. Denman
ZillowVERIFIED Excellent communication. Living far from the property sold wasn't a problem; the team kept us informed with copious emails and was always available for any questions we had. Connected us with the tradespeople and other third parties we needed to effect the sale. Happy with the suggestions for accepting offers and negotiating the final price and terms.
Violinmove
Review for Member: Todd J. Denman
ZillowVERIFIED This real estate company Denman Drapkin Group is a hidden gem, or at least it was to me since I never heard of its name until I ran into it accidentally. From the very beginning to the end of our house purchase transaction, it was nothing but a stellar experience. All the email instructions that was issued step by step along the transaction was like a well oiled machine running- clear and detailed - but our most favorite aspect of this company was the realtors. The two realtors we dealt with, Marianne and Tim were most knowledgeable and helpful. With their honest advices and friendly easy going demeanors and endless resources and contacts they have - they really made the whole process stress free. We feel very lucky to have met these professionals.
Ben H.
Review for Member: Todd J. Denman
ZillowVERIFIED We were referred to Alex Abramo and the Denman Drapkin Group by close friends of ours, and we are so glad that they did. Alex was phenomenal to work with. We had a very specific type of place in mind in a really specific part of Greater Boston that, with our budget, meant that we were narrowing our options. Instead of encouraging us to look elsewhere or compromise on the "Must-Haves" that we had in mind, Alex supported us every step of the way and worked to help us achieve our goal of finding a great first home to buy that we loved instead of just working to get us to buy something, anything. Even as our search stretched on, he was attentive and made us feel like we were top of mind. When we finally found the place we loved, Alex helped us package and submit a competitive offer. He then could have just handed us off to his capable team in the office, but he continued to support us every step of the way from accepted offer to closing and handing over the keys. We really appreciated feeling like he had our backs and best interests in mind at every step in the process. The whole staff at Denman Drapkin were extremely knowledgeable and responsive, and helped make an intimidating, confusing process smooth and easy with their friendly, comprehensive approach. We really loved our experience with the team and would definitely work with them again whenever that time comes.
Fin L.
Review for Member: Todd J. Denman
ZillowVERIFIED I worked with Lisa Daggett at Denman Drapkin Group at Compass to sell my home in 2024. Lisa is also the agent I had worked with to purchase, and she was such a pleasure to work with that I knew I had to work with her again. Lisa and her entire team are incredibly professional experts and truly guided me through the process, helping me understand at every point what was needed from me and how I could make the process of selling smoother. Lisa and her team were incredibly helpful and I would highly recommend working with them!
Gretchen D.
Review for Member: Todd J. Denman
ZillowVERIFIED I recently had the pleasure of working with Jenn McDonald of Denman Drapkin Group on the sale of my home, and I cannot express enough how satisfied I am with the entire experience. From start to finish, Jenn demonstrated an exceptional level of professionalism, expertise, and dedication that made the sale of my home a success. She provided a comprehensive market analysis and offered valuable insights on how to prepare my property to be presented in the best light to potential buyers. Her understanding of local market trends and buyer preferences was evident and played a crucial role in attracting serious buyers. Beyond her professional abilities, she was genuinely supportive and empathetic, understanding that selling a home can be a challenging experience. Her positive attitude and encouragement made a world of difference, and I always felt she had my best interests at heart. Id highly recommend Jenn McDonald and the team at Denman Drapkin to anyone looking to buy or sell a home.
Lynn C.
Review for Member: Todd J. Denman
ZillowVERIFIED Ive worked with this team twice now within the last 2 years and have nothing but praise for them. I will continue to recommend them to anyone who wants the most professional and knowledgeable team representing their RE transaction. If you need & want sensitivity, intelligence & a deep knowledge of the industry & market trends, look no further. You can trust you will be in the best hands with the best team around.
Annaconemarion
Review for Member: Todd J. Denman
ZillowVERIFIED The idea of selling a property in our portfolio was daunting. Several real estate companies had contacted us via mail offering to assist. It so happened that one of our tenants, Logan Jacobs was a broker, and because we knew him, we chose to go with him. That was the best decision we ever made! He made the entire process painless. He was very professional and easy to work with. He and his group at Compass took care of all the details - and I do mean ALL the details. From the start of the sale to the end, Logan and his groups were there all the way. We closed without a hitch!! When we decide to put another property on the market, Logan and Denman Drapkin Group at Compass will be our "go-to" people.
Marty S.
Review for Member: Todd J. Denman
ZillowVERIFIED What a fantastic experience! Jenn McDonald and her team were phenomenal from start to finish. We contacted Jenn as she was the sellers agent for the last property we purchased and were extremely impressed with her professionalism during that transaction. When we started looking for a new home, she was our first choice of agent to work with. We were all over the place with what we wanted, but Jenn was super patient, full of useful and honest information. If a property was not right for us she steered us away. If we had any hesitation, she would counsel us that if it didnt feel right it wasnt right and that we would know it when we found it. She was right! Jenn and her team guided us through a challenging financing process, then through our purchase as well as listing our original property, guiding us through THAT challenge then even helped with navigating a rental for yet a third property. When we were freaking out, Jenn calmed us down and helped every step of the way. We could not recommend Jenn more highly (and her team too). When we or any of our friends need a realtor in the future, we will wholeheartedly tell them to call Jenn at Denman Drapin!
Kharajian A.
Review for Member: Todd J. Denman
ZillowVERIFIED We recently sold our family home working with Lisa Drapkin and Mona Chen at the Denman Drapkin Group. Their entire team was amazing at every stage of the selling process. Their deep market knowledge, their guidance on how to prepare our home to go to market strategy were all spot on. They were trusted collaborators, and we were most grateful to them! Highly recommend working with Denman Drapkin team.
Sarahkieval93
Review for Member: Todd J. Denman
ZillowVERIFIED The Denman Drapkin group - in particular, Alex and Faith -n were incredibly responsive and helpful throughout our home-buying process. Alex and Faith communicated with us via text, email, or calls - whatever worked best for us at the time - and guided us through the process step by step. They gave great advice and advocated for our needs with the selling agent. As we approached closing, they took as much our plates as possible. We are very happy with our new home and and feel fortunate to have worked with Denman Drapkin group!
Kushal S.
Review for Member: Todd J. Denman
ZillowVERIFIED Worked closely with Alex A. and Faith F. at the Denman Drapkin Group to find our first home for a while. Both Alex and Faith are patient, experienced professionals and did an excellent job in keeping us appraised of the change in market movement, and strategies to ensure we are putting in a winning bid and working to share info. on mortgage brokers, lawyers, inspectors, etc. Very happy with the service as we found our first home in May 2023. Many thanks to Alex, Faith, Jamie, and the entire team, and highly recommend it to anyone looking to buy their first (second or forever) home!
Skenemuth
Review for Member: Todd J. Denman
ZillowVERIFIED Lisa Drapkin and Mona Chen at the Denman Drapkin Group were the absolute dream team to work with in selling my Cambridge condo. I first met Lisa over 20 years ago when she represented me as buyers agent for my condo, and I knew from that experience that when it came time to sell I would reach out to her again. I cant say enough praise about working with aEUR~Mona Lisa, including the partners they assembled to paint, stage, photograph and prepare a digital presence for the property. They advised me with a clear vision on marketing and pricing strategy, and they managed all of the execution professionally and on schedule. Compass Concierge loan program was a definite plus. They kept me in the loop along the way with clear communications which was important since I had already relocated out of state. The result: despite nearby properties languishing and selling below asking price, my condo listing became a aEUR~hot property, received 10+ offers, and sold far in excess of asking price. The propertys features aside, this fantastic outcome simply would not have happened without the talent of this agent team. The closing team at Denman Drapkin--Jamie and HaleyaEUR"also facilitated the process seamlessly. In sum, this real estate group delivers a 10 on a scale of 5!
Haein K.
Review for Member: Todd J. Denman
ZillowVERIFIED Holden and the whole team at Denman Drapkin were fantastic to work with on buying our home and selling our condo. They are very knowledgeable, organized, prepared, and easy to communicate with. Holden had great advice throughout the process of looking at homes in the areas we were interested in, as well as when we were getting our condo ready to sell. He also had good connections to contractors, painters, inspectors, etc. which was really useful for us. We trusted them entirely and are very happy with the outcomes. We highly recommend!
Sisse H.
Review for Member: Todd J. Denman
ZillowVERIFIED Its not a straightforward process to buy or sell a house. Buying a new house and selling our condo was a process that stretched over nine months. There are a lot of things to consider when you are looking for your new home and the market can be brutal. Therefore, you need the best team of realtors to guide you through. Holden Lewis and Eirinn Carroll are thoughtful, straightforward, kind, very knowledgeable about the greater Boston market, and good at asking the right questions to understand your needs and dreams. We felt safe with them and the entire Denman Drapkin team through the process and knew that they always had our backs making sure that everything went as smoothly as possible. They are always available to answer questions or jump on the phone to discuss any matters. They will also make sure that you dont go in over your head and that you understand all the aspects of the house-buying or selling process. We cannot thank them enough for helping us settle into our dream house and making it all possible!
Minimousetrap
Review for Member: Todd J. Denman
ZillowVERIFIED Dave Wood at Denman Drapkin Group was a pleasure to work with. I started planning the sale of my property 1.5 years ago when I was still living away from the Boston area. Despite the pandemic and numerous circumstance changes, Dave helped me every step of the way. From coordinating renovations to putting the property on the market to working through logistics for closing, Dave was communicative and helpful. I'm grateful for Dave's help in answering questions and getting things done.
Zuser20140705175755948
Review for Member: Todd J. Denman
ZillowVERIFIED Todd and team did an absolutely incredible job helping us to sell our condo. From the moment we met with Todd, we knew he was who we wanted to work with and over the time we worked together he continually proved his worth. His knowledge and passion about real estate shone through immediately. Fast forward to closing and we wouldnt change a single thing about the decision. The results speak for themselves. The Denman Drapkin team is incredible. Theyre meticulously organized and clear communicators who know how to drive to a productive and positive outcome for everyone. There were very few surprises (if any) along the way, as time was taken to make sure we were educated and comfortable with every decision. From managing small renovations to landscaping to staging, Todds team is A+. Every recommendation and decision made clearly impacted the outcome in a majorly positive way. Todd did an amazing job reading the tea leaves during an unprecedented and unpredictable time in the market. GREAT experience working with them and an INCREDIBLE outcome. He and his team know what theyre doing.
Laurenelizabethfedak
Review for Member: Todd J. Denman
ZillowVERIFIED We had a great experience working with Todd Denman to sell our Cambridge condo. Todd met with us very early on in the process and did a walk through with his team to include an interior designer. They provided us solid guidance on how to stage our place using our existing furniture. It was many months after that until we listed our place as we were looking for a home to purchase on the other end. Todd never made us feel rushed or pressured. He was patient, communicative, and very supportive. Once our place was listed Todd and his team were very attentive. They were intentional to check in with the other building units regarding any concerns, and when mild disruptions came up throughout the open house process Todd and his team took action and resolved the concerns immediately. Todd has a solid understanding of the real estate market and talked through various strategies for accepting an offer. He never made us feel pressured but rather gave us the information we needed to make the best informed decision for our family. Todd is a pleasure to work with. He brings a positive energy and enthusiasm to his work. We will definitely work with Todd again for future real estate matters, and will recommend to family/friends.
Ellie H.
Review for Member: Todd J. Denman
ZillowVERIFIED Holden is fantastic, and we cannot recommend him (and teammates Debbie & Eirinn) highly enough. This was our first time buying a house and we could not have imagined a better process or outcome. The homebuying process in a market like Bostons is beyond stressful, but Holden was there for us with wisdom and advice at every step of the way. He is incredibly knowledgeable, responsive, and funny, all of which you need to get through the craziness of buying a house! He and his team supported us in every part of the process - from attending showings to preparing a competitive offer to selecting lawyers and contractors, and ultimately helped us find and purchase our dream home. The whole team went above and beyond, whether it was responding to texts on nights and weekends, re-visiting the same house multiple times, talking us through theoretical remodeling work, or checking in every few days on punchlist progress to keep things moving seamlessly. We feel very grateful to have had such a fantastic team to support us through the process and our only regret is that we no longer have an excuse to text Holden all the time :) We highly recommend him and the Denman Drapkin Group at Compass team to anyone looking for a great partner in the search for a home! Ellie & Jack
Majakietzke
Review for Member: Todd J. Denman
ZillowVERIFIED We were extremely happy with our decision to work with Todd and his team to sell our home. We interviewed 4 other agents and after speaking with Todd the first time, the choice was easy. We highly recommend working with Todd and his team as they made the process seamless and got us a great price. Very professional and at the same time personable.
Kwchambers9
Review for Member: Todd J. Denman
ZillowVERIFIED We've worked with Todd Denman a few times now (in Dorchester and Medford) and had a great experience every time! Todd and his team are super knowledgeable, have great insight and are very personable. He offers great, honest feedback on ways to improve your home's selling potential and has wide connections that help market your property.
Karenperry617
Review for Member: Todd J. Denman
ZillowVERIFIED If you are looking for a stress free experience in selling your home, look no further than Todd Denman and his team. Todd clearly explained the selling process and was always open and available to answer any questions along the way. He helped to arrange contractors to ensure my home would be ready for market by our mutually agreed upon date. Todd created a week by week listing plan to keep us both on track. Todds team of photographers/videographers made my home shine online! His follow up and follow through was stellar. I would highly recommend Todd and his team to anyone looking to sell their home in the metro Boston area.
Jeffery W.
Review for Member: Todd J. Denman
ZillowVERIFIED This is our third time working with Todd and would highly recommend his group. Todd makes the whole process whether buying of selling easy and straightforward. He gives good advice with realistic expectations. Its a winning team!
Tylerbholley
Review for Member: Todd J. Denman
ZillowVERIFIED My family was fortunate enough to work with Todd and his team in selling and purchasing a house. In a market identified by chaos, Todd reminded us time and again that we should not rush into anything and that he wanted us to be sure about our decisions. In our first meeting, Todd communicated that he and his team would make the process as easy as possible for us in both selling and buying, and they went above and beyond to deliver on this promise! He was able to coach us through offers to make sure that we felt competitive while not going outside of the budget that we agreed to. His assessments of the properties we considered were extremely helpful. Todd has a clear gift to know when to offer suggestions for his clients and when to give space to work through a decision. The perfect example of this was when were not selected for a property that got multiple dozens of offers. At the time, this was a very defeating outcome, given our history of looking at other homes, and Todd was quick to listen to our concerns while also encouraging us that aEURoeouraEUR? house would come along in due time. For the sale of our home, Todd gave a clear plan that he thought would mean the most value possible out of the property. Once we all agreed to move forward, there was almost no work for my wife and me. This team works extremely well together and is communicative every step of the way. As is hopefully already clear, I cannot recommend working with this group enough. It made what could have been an extremely stressful situation very simple and straightforward, and we love our new house!
Martin B.
Review for Member: Todd J. Denman
ZillowVERIFIED I was fortunate to work with Alex at Denman recently when he helped us to buy our condo. Alex made sure I didnt miss the chance to put in the offer as I needed a little more time, and negotiated favorable purchase terms in the agreement. Alex has a great deal of knowledge of the market and of real estate. He was able to give me insights into the benefits and possible drawbacks of the properties we saw very quickly, so I felt I was making a well informed decision. Denman has a great team and Hannah sent clear and detailed information throughout so that I knew what was happening and when, and was well prepared. Alex is a pleasure to work with and is always professional, good natured and calm. Thanks to him and the team, we are very happy with our new home.
Lydia B.
Review for Member: Todd J. Denman
ZillowVERIFIED Our experience with Denman Properties, and Alex Abramo specifically, was wonderful. If you are a first time home buyer, having Alex in your corner will be a huge asset to your house hunt! From our initial intake meeting where he helped us clarify our desires for our first home, to house hunting via multiple open houses and private showings where he patiently answered all of our questions, Alex made us feel supported and as a result confident to make our first home purchase. When it came time to make our offer, in one of the craziest housing markets ever seen, we credit Alex's advice and strategy on helping us have our very first offer accepted. He was engaged throughout the closing process, for example giving us perspective and feedback on the inspection, and continuing to patiently answer our many questions. Alex was even helpful in offering referrals for general contractors, etc. You know you have a fantastic agent when you're genuinely a little sad at closing to say goodbye to them for the final time!
Rybell7
Review for Member: Todd J. Denman
ZillowVERIFIED Todd and his team were a real pleasure to work with. They provided a thorough, detailed analysis of our property and the current housing market at the outset, and were happy to talk through our options at every step of the process. The home stylist he has on retainer was also very helpful: she advised us through the painting and staging process (for which we utilized the Compass Concierge service, which was easy to use). My wife gave birth during the selling process, and Todd, Haley, and his team were incredibly helpful and thoughtful in navigating the process for us when we were overwhelmed. They took the time to give us clear, detailed explanations of what was happening at any given time, so we could stay up to speed, while also being able to focus on our new baby. When it was time to review offers, Todd and his team prepared a detailed and very digestible spreadsheet so we could easily compare details at a glance. In the end, we received 20 offers on our condo, and sold it for well over the listing price. Todd and his team were incredibly professional and certainly went above and beyond to ensure that the process was smooth and that our experience was extraordinarily positive. I would recommend Denman Properties to anyone looking to sell their home in the Boston area!
TonyaKatz
Review for Member: Todd J. Denman
ZillowVERIFIED Todd and the rest of the team at Denman properties are the picture of professionalism. They communicate clearly and often, they work seamlessly together as a team, and they truly keep your best interests at the forefront of everything they do to sell your property. We recently sold our condo in Cambridge for above asking price. We came into the selling process nervous and unsure of what the process would be like. Todd and Haley took care of EVERYTHING. They were always so thorough and efficient that I was able to let go of the control freak in myself and trust that they had it all under control. We got our home ready for the market quickly, they unrolled their marketing plan, and it sold within a week. I am truly amazed at how they took this seemingly stressful process and turned it into a smooth and exciting transition. If you are looking to sell a property in the Boston area, seriously, look no further. I would recommend them to my parents, my children and I would work with them again in the future, without hesitation.
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