ShareOne ReviewsWhat do real people say about residential real estate?
13 people recorded interviews about residential real estate across 6 organisations. 3 of them mentioned clearer systems and processes in their own words. Every figure below is a count of what people said in their recorded interview — not a clinical trial or a survey.
First-hand accounts from people who talked about residential real estate in their recorded interview.
What people said changed
Counts of interviews where the person described this in their own words.
- Better systems3 of 13 mentioned it
“Working with Shannon's team was like building a lot of very close trusting friendships very quickly, and especially as the process played out and we got a little bit more familiar with each other, comfortable working…”Stephanie Stern
- Confidence2 of 13 mentioned it
“I found Shannon through a friend, which always makes me feel more confident going into a relationship like this.”Stephanie Stern
- Family & relationships2 of 13 mentioned it
“I found Shannon through a friend, which always makes me feel more confident going into a relationship like this.”Stephanie Stern
- Mood & stress2 of 13 mentioned it
“We also appreciated that it never felt like Shannon was trying to rush us into a decision or rush us into a house. one of the ways that Shannon really helped to reduce the stress was by affirming when we had critiques…”Allison Mickel
- Felt supported2 of 13 mentioned it
“Shannon really just... helped us feel like our concerns were heard because she brought them to that other party on our behalf.”Alexandra Sedevie
- Team & hiring1 of 13 mentioned it
“I think a part of that was the team she helped us build.”Stephanie Stern
- Less pain1 of 13 mentioned it
“My inflammation has gone down and I'm able to track that through the InBody machine.”Leslie Gossett
Stories in this topic
Showing 12 of 13 interviews.
WatchFirst-Time Home Buyers Secure Dream Home Through Strategic Backup Offer AdviceStephanie Stern worked with Shannon at Elements Real Estate Atlanta to navigate her first home purchase. The agency delivered a low-stress, seamless experience by educating the buyers and providing a trusted network of inspectors and attorneys. Most notably,…Stephanie Stern · Elements Real Estate Atlanta
WatchGeobear Stabilized Structural Cracks and Fixed a Jamming Front Door FastAl-Karim Makhani reviewed Geobear after experiencing structural cracks and a jamming front door in his North London home. Geobear provided a non-disruptive geopolymer injection solution that delivered immediate results, allowing the front door to close natura…Al-Karim Makhani · Geobear
WatchFourteen Years of Property Management with Only One Week of VacancyNathan Ouellette recommends McWright Property Management for providing reliable, long-term oversight of his Florida rental property while he lives in South Korea. Over a 14-year period, Barron McWright maintained the property with only one week of total vacan…Nathan Ouellette · McWright Property Management
WatchLeslie Gossett Lost 12 Pounds and Reduced Inflammation at Upgrade LabsLeslie Gossett achieved a 12-pound weight loss and significant reduction in inflammation at Upgrade Labs 5th St. By visiting five times a week, she utilized the InBody machine to track her progress bi-weekly. Gossett credits the facility's convenient hours an…Leslie Gossett · Upgrade Labs 5th St
WatchSold Home Above Asking Price in Two Days Stress-FreeCindy Brinson worked with Don Shurts of Keller Williams to buy and sell a home in Dayton. Don sold her long-time residence above asking price in just two days. He also saved the Brinsons money by insisting on a radon test for their new construction, which suc…Cindy Brinson · Don & Cyndi Shurts - Keller Williams
WatchEfficient Property Management Secures Rent Reimbursements and Insurance Reinstatement in San RamonCarol Gilpin recommends Inner Circle Property Management for their efficiency in managing East Bay rentals. The firm successfully secured full reimbursement for Section 8 rent arrears and resolved a canceled insurance policy by coordinating repairs. Carol hig…Carol Gilpin · Inner Circle Property Management
WatchBought Atlanta Home Sight Unseen From Out of State with ShannonAllison Mickel worked with Shannon at Elements Real Estate Atlanta to purchase a home in Grant Park sight unseen from out of state. Shannon provided video walkthroughs, expert local context on Atlanta property standards, and post-closing support including tra…Allison Mickel · Elements Real Estate Atlanta
WatchRepeat Client Successfully Navigates Challenging Concurrent Home Sale and PurchaseEmily Carpinone worked with Shannon at Elements Real Estate Atlanta to simultaneously sell her home and purchase a new one. Despite a challenging sale and a tight timeline, Shannon managed the process calmly and traveled long distances to secure the right pro…Emily Carpinone · Elements Real Estate Atlanta- Elements Real Estate AtlantaWatchSold First Home and Purchased Forever Home in West Midtown AtlantaAlexandra Sedevie worked with Shannon at Elements Real Estate Atlanta to sell her first home in Dunwoody and purchase a new property in West Midtown. Sedevie credited Shannon with handling heavy lifting during difficult sales roadblocks and providing invaluab…Alexandra Sedevie · Elements Real Estate Atlanta
WatchFirst-Time Home Purchase and Estate Sale Success with Dedicated AdvocacyChristine and Reggie Hudson worked with Shannon at Elements Real Estate Atlanta to purchase their first home in East Point and later sell a family estate. Shannon advocated for them through a year-long search involving nearly 100 house tours, ultimately secur…Christine & Reggie Hudson · Elements Real Estate Atlanta
WatchAttorney Secures Five Successful Real Estate Transactions Through Data-Driven Guidance and Expert NegotiationZach Kewer, an attorney in Decatur, utilized Elements Real Estate Atlanta for five separate transactions. He credits agent Shannon's expert guidance—including a strategic handwritten note—for winning a competitive bid in a hot 2022 market. Kewer highlights he…Zachary Kewer · Elements Real Estate Atlanta
WatchAlan Babiliński Secured Three Property Transactions with Expert Guidance and Local Atlanta ExpertiseAlan Babiliński worked with Shannon at Elements Real Estate Atlanta to successfully buy two homes and sell one. Alan highlighted Shannon's objective, non-salesy approach and her ability to move quickly, securing a contract on a desired property within three d…Alan Babiliński · Elements Real Estate Atlanta
What people were sceptical about first
- “But also you read about structural damage to houses and the, the cost of those things, the amount of time the work takes, and then just the sheer disruption that it could cause.”Al-Karim Makhani
- “My overall experience with Barron has been, he's very helpful and I've never had any issues and would not hesitate at all to point somebody in his direction if they needed a rental agency.”Nathan Ouellette
- “add the system at his cost, not our cost.”Cindy Brinson
Frequently asked
- How does Elements Real Estate Atlanta handle first-time home buyers who want to learn the process?
- Shannon focuses on 'scaffolding' and educating her clients rather than just telling them what to do. Stephanie Stern noted that Shannon struck a perfect balance between relying on expert knowledge and teaching the buyers the nuances of the market. — Stephanie Stern
- Is it worth putting in a backup offer in a tricky real estate market?
- Yes, according to Stephanie Stern, who initially doubted the strategy. Shannon advised her to submit a backup offer on a house she loved; three weeks later, the original deal fell through and the house became hers. — Stephanie Stern
- What is the communication style of the team at Elements Real Estate Atlanta?
- The team is described as extremely flexible, communicative, and easy to get in touch with. Stephanie Stern emphasized that they never left her waiting and felt like close, trusting friends who genuinely cared about the outcome. — Stephanie Stern
- How disruptive is Geobear foundation repair compared to traditional methods?
- Al-Karim Makhani noted that the prep work was significantly less than what would have been required for structural foundation work. He described the upheaval as minimal compared to the disclosures and time required for traditional foundation excavation. — Al-Karim Makhani
- Is Geobear faster than traditional underpinning?
- Yes, Al-Karim's surveyor recommended Geobear specifically because it would be faster and less disruptive. The team was able to fit the appointment in quickly and the results were visible almost immediately after the injections. — Al-Karim Makhani
- Will Geobear injections fix a door that won't close due to subsidence?
- In Al-Karim's case, the impact was immediate. He reported that his front door closed naturally right after the work, which it had not done for many months prior to the Geobear treatment. — Al-Karim Makhani