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Professional and motivated,
over 5 years ago
Professional and motivated,

We used James and his team to sell the house. We wanted a discrete sale with a six month rental agreement on completion. James and Team arranged private viewing from his database of buyers. The house sold in two weeks. The whole process went very smooth, professional and the communication throughout was excellent. I would highly recommend James and his Team .

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An experienced professional with exceptional communication skills
over 5 years ago
An experienced professional with exceptional communication skills

We found James very knowledgeable and experienced in the local market which was a great help. He was always punctual and his manner was friendly and courteous. He spent time to make us feel comfortable about the whole sale process and what to expect. We came to rely on his opinions and judgement. After talking to friends, we thought him the best local agent to trust with the sale and price negotiations for our house.

Seller review
Five Stars
over 5 years ago
Five Stars

James and Lauren were recommended to us by friends who recently sold their beautiful home through them, they sold our property within a month of it coming to market, something we never expected. From the get go they were great communicators, professional, friendly and punctual. Highly recommended.

Buyer review
Best experience ever
over 5 years ago
Best experience ever

My husband and I couldn't fault the experience we had with James and commend the professionalism and sincere help and care his team from McGrath in Avalon / Pittwater showed us . During the process we were trying to do a same day settlement which couldn't be achieved due to a delay with banks but James negotiated with the sellers so we could move our furniture in at least until we settled 1 week later. This was so greatly appreciated and helped us immensely through this nerve racking time. Its often difficult to find sincerity in this business yet the confidence we felt dealing with James and his team was 2nd to none. I would recommend James and the team from McGrath Avalon / Pittwater to anyone whether buying or selling.

Seller review
Happy to recommend your agency to others
over 5 years ago
Happy to recommend your agency to others

Thank you James and Jonathan for your professional & motivated manner that you went about running our marketing campaign. As we were not in a hurry to sell & wanted to maintain a price that we were happy with, after building what we feel is a magnificent home. I would be happy to recommend your agency to others.

Seller review
Quite the achievement- Thank you
over 5 years ago
Quite the achievement- Thank you

Well, James and his team certainly had their work cut out for them with the sale of our family home. We were keen for a quick sale which he managed with no marketing, a flooded room and the start of the pandemic. Along with a seller with jitters. Great work.

Seller review
Great result achieved with the most obliging service
over 5 years ago
Great result achieved with the most obliging service

James Baker's knowledge of the market and pre-sale advise was invaluable. During the campaign, he always responded to queries immediately with the upmost professionalism and warmth. James and his team achieved a great result for us with low days on market and better than the guide price point!

Seller review
The Real Estate Agent of Choice
over 5 years ago
The Real Estate Agent of Choice

It has been a pleasure to list my property with the McGrath, Avalon team. Leading the team, James Baker provided very honest, professional advise and support throughout the sales process, with the equally professional support of Lauren Garner. Thank you to James, Lauren and all the team at McGrath Avalon. I highly recommend this agency to any prospective Vendor or purchaser

Seller review
A top notch agent
over 5 years ago
A top notch agent

James made us feel very comfortable from the outset. His market knowledge was exceptional and his guidance invaluable. We never felt pushed by James and his advice delivered, what we considered to be, an excellent result. We were well informed throughout the sales process and very happy to follow his advice when matters came to a head. James is a top quality negotiator

Seller review
James lived up to his reputation!
over 5 years ago
James lived up to his reputation!

James recently sold our home in Avalon with Lauren. I found James to be honest, calm and informative. James knowledge of Real Estate and the market is fantastic. We had a quick campaign and auction and sold above our expectations. We cannot recommend James and his team highly enough!

Seller review
Brilliant Work
over 5 years ago
Brilliant Work

Bec and I cant speak highly enough of James and the team at McGrath. They did a marvellous job managing our sale. In a volatile rapidly changing market James was the perfect guide helping us to navigate and make smart decisions to maximise the value of our house. James managed to be the best champion for us whilst remaining fair and ethical. Selling a house is a stressful process so its great to know you have someone working for you who is genuinely out to get you the best possible outcome. Thank you James and Team McGrath Pittwater.

Seller review
Sold on first day, enough said!
over 5 years ago
Sold on first day, enough said!

We've been fortunate to have James sell houses for us twice. His expertise and calm, professional manner is impeccable.

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