De    December 2, 2009,

Deb and I want to thank you once again for all of your help and insights during our search for a retirement home. We’re very excited about the beautiful property we now own and we know it was something we could not have done as quickly or with so few problems on our own. We also appreciated your patience and guidance as we changed directions from a house to vacant land. While so many of the houses you showed us were potential keepers, we know that the property is the right choice for what we really wanted. Also, your recommendations for the bank and a local attorney were spot on and they were a great help in making the entire process go so smoothly.

Thanks again for all of your hard work and guidance and we look forward to many years in the Lewes area.

Joe & Debby Caserta

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November 20, 2009

Thanking you for all of your hard earned work would only be considered an understatement at best. You've made the Real Estate world better by being one of its best mentors. The quality of service provided was impeccable,  saving us time and energy in the search for the home we've acquired through your diligent efforts. Johanna and I would, and have already made, recommendations to relatives & friends to call your office concerning the Real Estate values for the Delaware area. Carl Bartell is a valued Real Estate agent with whom I am proud to know and work within our purchase of a home in the Delaware area.  All questions and concerns about the market values and purchases have melted to the sidelines dealing with Carl.  Our fears and trepidations were non-existent with an agent as good as Carl Bartell.  He creates an atmosphere of comfort and makes all concerns fade away because of his years of experience.

Johanna & Pat O'Neill 

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January 4, 2009

Carl,

When we happened to walk in to the Lewes Realty office, we were really impressed with your positive energy and helpfulness, even after letting you know our smaller price range.  When it came time to get serious and look at properties we decided to call you, remembering how helpful you were and being impressed with your real estate credentials and certifications.  The whole experience was as stress-free as possible because, between you and the mortgage lender you recommended, (Denise Hindes/Sovereign Bank), we were completely confident that what needed to get done was getting done.  You followed up with everything and made sure that we were never in the dark on anything.  We really appreciated your generous, helpful, and positive nature, and will definitely recommend you and call you again when we need additional real estate assistance.

Thanks again.

Gregg and Marcella Anglisano

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August 6, 2008

I would like to express my gratitude and overall satisfaction while working with you on the purchase of my new home. I'm impressed with the fact that the entire process only took three weeks from the moment I walked into your office until I signed the final documents. My family (9 people!) and I felt right at home when walking through the home, and were never pressured from you as to why I should purchase the home now.

You always kept my best interest in mind and informed me of everything that was involved in purchasing the home. What made this experience interesting to me is that I am from out of state and you took care of all the necessary documentation, inspections, recommendation of a local attorney, and of course, communicating with my sister who is local to the area. I appreciate the advice I needed to make the right decisions, which saved me thousands of dollars in the long run. In my opinion, I believe you went above and beyond the call of duty and I think that all REALTORS® could take a lesson or two from you.

Again, thank you for all your help and I will stay in touch with you.
Best regards,

Larry Baldini

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June 15, 2008

Dear Carl

We can't begin to thank you for all you've done for us from the very first time we met you outside your office on a late Sunday evening three years ago. Although it wasn't the right time for us to purchase a home, you kept the lines of communication open with timely updates and information.  You made the entire process of buying a home a smooth and worry free experience.  Your expertise in understanding our needs and concerns is commendable.  Every time we had a question or concern you were only an e-mail or phone call away.  You kept us informed every step of the way.

Your honest insight into your community helped us to appreciate and understand the wonderful town of Lewes.  We are very happy that we have chosen to settle here. You are a truly dedicated professional and we would highly recommend you. Thank you for helping us realized our retirement dream.    

Roger and Cindy King

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May 22, 2008

We recently relocated from Pennsylvania to Delaware and were fortunate enough to have Carl Bartell represent us as our buyer’s agent.  His professionalism and knowledge of the market were invaluable in helping us find the perfect home at an excellent price.  He assisted us long after the sales agreement was signed, including all phases of construction, options selections, final walk throughs, and settlement.   

He exceeded our expectations in every way.   I would, without hesitation, recommend Carl to friends or family considering purchasing either an existing home or new construction.

Tony and Lorraine Paida

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April 27, 2008

Carl,

Without your assistance, we would not be in our new home today.  You were extremely helpful in showing us the various neighborhoods in and around the Lewes area which was beneficial in narrowing down where we wanted to live.  Providing us with the pros and cons of the different styles of homes (i.e., condo, individual, carriage and new vs. existing) also aided us in our decision making. Your expertise and negotiating skills definitely helped us to save time and money on the purchase of our new home.  You definitely went above and beyond our expectations and were instrumental in the purchase of our dream retirement home!

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 December 7, 2007

 
We want to thank you for making the experience of buying our home so enjoyable. You zeroed in exactly on what we wanted and didn't waste our time looking at places that weren't suitable. You were so helpful in filling us in on the area (especially the back roads in summer traffic, good places to eat and where to buy a refrigerator) that it really confirmed why we chose the Lewes area. I'm sure we will be happy here.
We will be happy to recommend you to any friends or family who are looking to live in the area. We also appreciated you keeping in touch, following the building stages, sending us the pictures of the house and answering all our questions. By the time we closed on the house, we felt we had a friend in Delaware.

 
Tom & Meg Doscher

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October 31, 2007

 
We could not be happier with the service provided by Carl Bartell of Lewes Realty.  Through two real estate transactions during 2007 (with one that came to fruition in October of 07), he was extremely knowledgable, professional and, above all, available to us. 

The entire process was made easier, thanks to Carl's diligence. He was always on top of things and extremely proactive.   In fact, he went beyond our expectations in many respects.  His advice was always on target, and we developed a strong trust in his judgment. He was also flexible when our original plans changed and helped us navigate what could have been a challenging situation involving a contingency purchase.

We would not hesitate to work with Carl again, and we would highly recommend his skills and services to prospective buyers.

Irene & Ed Fick 
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October 26, 2007

Dear Carl,

When it came time for Cathy and I to decide about our out-of-state retirement home, it was a huge decision to say the least.

Carl, you made our house hunting process easier than we had expected it could have ever been.  You were very organized and kept us very informed as to the various housing complexes Delaware has to offer.  Your knowledge of the beach area was very reassuring to us.  You have gone above and beyond to help our house hunting adventure not turn into a nightmare.  You not only saved us time (which we didn’t have much of), but you also saved us money when it came time for our contract negotiations.  We looked to you for advice and savvy; not once did you let us down.

Thank you, Carl, for making our new home purchase in Lewes a wonderful experience.

Sincerely,

Pat Frazette & Cathy Barry

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July 2007

It was one year ago that I happened upon Carl Bartell at the storefront realty office.  As a Maryland resident, I had just begun seriously researching property in Delaware’s eastern shore.  I had ambition and dreams of purchasing a Bed & Breakfast with my mother.  Without hesitation, Carl began researching properties with the unique qualities we desired – not a small feat! But, Carl listened carefully, communicated openly and acted professionally.  Our vision became his vision.

Carl has gone beyond the call of duty as our buyers' agent in countless ways. He has answered questions that we would have had to research regarding zoning, local attractions, etc.  He prepared many full-day visits through properties that could have passed.  But Carl remained positive, dedicated and tenacious until we found the property that we could call “The One”.  Carl Bartell inspired our trust early on and it has only grown stronger.  

Carl is the REALTOR® to call. 

Cathy Schap

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June 21, 2007

We had the most pleasant, professional, and worry free purchase of our Lewes, DE home working with Carl Bartell. It was our 5^th home purchase, and the most smooth and professional experience.

We met Carl walking the streets of Lewes. From our first meeting through to closing, he conducted himself admirably. Initially we told him we weren’t sure if we wanted a home on the beach or a historic home in town. He kept in touch with us the past year, with occasional correspondences, and showing us homes that might be of interest to us according to what we indicated at our first meeting. Never pushing us, but always asking for feedback to better serve us in our quest for a home at the beach. When he did find a home he thought we should see and we decided to come visit, Carl showed us other homes in the area too. After spending the day with Carl, and listening to his knowledge of how long present owners had owned the homes and what they paid for them, as well as his knowledge of the whole area, we had decided his original recommendation was what we wanted, and the best home for us.

After we made our decision to present a contract, Carl took over control of the process and made sure that all details of the contract were met by both buyer and seller. He organized and found professional people to perform inspections, surveying, and legal/closing attorneys. The fact that we were over 100 miles away never became a problem because Carl was detailed and followed up on every detail and question, bringing this home buying experience to a successful and happy conclusion.

You cannot find a more professional and pleasant REALTOR®.

Sincerely,  

Jack & Lori Ansaldi

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May 18, 2007

When I walked into Carl Bartell’s Lewes, DE office late on a Sunday afternoon he selflessly turned his attention to my future housing needs, with a kindness and generosity of time that showed his true nature. For a single person, buying a property on her own for the first time, Carl’s help was constant, unwavering, and so supportive that he made the process of buying and finding suitable local financing for my property a smooth and seamless process.

Doing all of the transactions of information between North Carolina and Delaware with a REALTOR® that has Carl’s knowledgebase and technical skills was the most liberating part.  Carl saved me travel time, money, and worry.

As my friends and I reach our retirement years we need the type of professional and personable services that Carl Bartell has.  I am encouraging them to contact Carl because he is able to connect people and possibilities.

Veronica Moschetti Reich

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