I lived in Chapel Hill for 25 years before moving out, so I’m familiar with many of the well-known realtors in the area. Before meeting Jodi, I spoke with another agent to evaluate my home. She was very nice, but she told me that homes in my neighborhood were not selling well and She suggested listing my house at a price similar to another home on my street.However, my house sits on a premium lot, has a very unique layout, and includes many upgrades. Even so, the other realtor still felt we should list at a similar price point. Then I called Jodi. She arrived at my house within an hour carrying a folder full of research she had already prepared. After reviewing my home, she confidently told me she believed we could list it significantly higher than the comparable homes in the neighborhood — but she also explained that proper preparation would be essential before going to market. Jodi worked incredibly hard. She checked on the house almost every day. She designed improvements for the landscaping, coordinated painting for the siding, and guided every detail of the preparation process. At first, I was hesitant to invest in all those improvements because I wasn’t sure I would get the money back, but she was absolutely right. She spent an entire month preparing the house for sale. She arranged a pre-sale inspection and helped address the major issues ahead of time. She hired an excellent photographer, and the listing photos turned out absolutely gorgeous. She used virtual staging upstairs and professional staging downstairs, all while keeping staging costs much lower than we originally expected. Throughout the entire process, she was transparent, hardworking, and extremely dedicated. My house sold in just 5 days with multiple offers, plus sold price is forty thousands above the list price. I truly believe Jodi is exceptional at what she does, and I would highly recommend her to anyone selling a home in Chapel Hill.

Working with Jodi Bakst was an exceptional experience, especially given that I was managing the sale of my parents’ home from across the country. After speaking with several realtors in Chapel Hill and feeling like I had to constantly follow up, finding her was a complete game changer. From the very beginning, she was incredibly responsive, proactive, and organized—even replying promptly while traveling abroad on vacation. Shortly after returning, she took it upon herself to visit the property in person and immediately got things moving. She provided a thoughtful and realistic set of comparable properties, demonstrating a deep understanding of the local market. Our home had an unusual floor plan, but she approached it with confidence and creativity, never once seeming discouraged. I especially appreciated her transparency with potential buyers. She recommended a pre-sale inspection and went the extra mile to coordinate with contractors, gathering bids for any necessary work to ensure the home was ready for market. That level of diligence made a huge difference. Throughout the entire process, I felt informed, supported, and confident that everything was being handled with professionalism and care. If you’re looking for a realtor who is knowledgeable, responsive, and truly goes above and beyond, I highly recommend Jodi.

We started the "operation" of renovation of the house almost a year ago. The activity was monitored and coordinated by Jodi Bakst very efficient and professional. As we do not live in the USA we could not do it without Jodi. During this period, we needed to take many decisions, Jodi was always available and giving us the right advice. We highly recommend Jodi as a real estate agent!!

Jodi knows the market, its participants, and how to get the job done. She’s an excellent guide, sounding board, and truth teller. We’ve bought one house with Jodi and sold two and would definitely work with her if there is a next time!

We had an excellent experience working with Jodi and truly felt protected every step of the way as buyers. She was knowledgeable, thorough and always had our best interests in mind. From explaining contracts in clear terms to making sure inspections, negotiations and deadlines were handled properly, we never felt rushed or pressured. What stood out most was her integrity and attention to detail. Communication was always prompt and honest. We are grateful for Jodi's guidance and protection throughout the entire process. She is also a joy to work with.

We worked with Jodi for almost a full year to find our home, and I honestly can’t say enough good things about her. From day one, she was incredibly patient, kind, and genuinely invested in helping us find the right place. She really took the time to understand what we wanted (and what we didn’t!), and she never made us feel rushed or pressured to make a decision before we were ready. Throughout the process, Jodi was always accommodating and flexible with our schedules. She was quick to respond to any questions we had (big or small) and explained everything in a way that made the process so much less stressful. We could tell she really knows the market and used her experience to help us think through things we might not have even considered on our own. Once we finally found our home, Jodi went above and beyond to help with everything that came next. She made the offer and closing process so smooth and kept us organized every step of the way. Even after closing, she was incredibly helpful in connecting us with trusted contractors and resources to get our new home set up and ready. What stood out most was how genuine she is. It never felt like a transaction, but rather it felt like working with a friend who truly cared about finding the perfect fit for us. We always felt supported and confident knowing she was looking out for our best interests. Jodi truly is someone who is patient, knowledgeable, and dedicated to helping buyers find their perfect home. We’re so grateful for all her help and can’t imagine having gone through this process with anyone else!

I have worked with Jodi many times, and I have referred many clients. She is worth her weight in gold; she is trustworthy, competent, honest, hard working, and friendly. I wish Jodi could be cloned in this industry!

We were impressed with Jodi on the buying side several years ago and had little doubt when it came time to sell that she would be a powerful ally who could take us to through the selling process confidently and competently. That didn't do justice to how it went. Without a doubt her instincts on updates, pre-inspections, thoughtful repairs through her network of contractors, and highlighting unique and powerful aspects of the house we had lived in for 25 years led to a speedy sale during one of the more challenging times of the year in a slowing market. When we were getting overwhelmed with details, moving, and dealing with a sudden family loss, Jodi eagerly stepped in to keep work to prepare the old house for sale going when we had to step away. Instead of turning her limited time to other properties, she unhesitatingly offered to make calls, meet contractors and push forward to keep the plan on time and get the listing started as early as possible. Once on the market, she smoothed our fears and frustrations on silent showings and chased feedback from other agents so we could keep learning and adjusting to help the house find a new owner to, perhaps, take it forward the next 25 years. We didn't know what to expect or how to experience each showing that didn't result in an offer, but with Jodi's guidance, we stayed optimistic until one day the right buyer fell in love (deeply, we hope) with the transformed house. When you have to close a chapter in your life and realize you can no longer live in a house that carried you through 25 rewarding and sometimes rough years, having a guide and ally to steer the path is priceless. Jodi was that ally for us and we are confident she brings this same dedication to every client.

As soon as we decided to sell our beloved home, we met with Jodi and it was clear to us that not only was she knowledgeable and an expert in the area market. We found in her a warm, kind, and very responsive person.   Although it was hard for us to decide to put our house on the market and we were so emotionally attached to our home, Jodi guided us through the entire process. Selling a home can be overwhelming, but Jodi accompanied us and made the journey smooth. She was always caring and patient and took all the time we needed to go over everything and explain the entire process in detail.  Jodi was always available to answer our emails, calls, and texts. Jodi is efficient, knowledgeable, organized, and she makes you feel that she always cares. We could rely on Jodi and we know that she always will have our best interest in mind. Our relationship went beyond just selling our home, it was based on trust and deep care.  Jodi always managed to find the best outcome despite the difficulties.  We can’t thank Jodi enough for her care, her dedication, and support throughout the entire process and beyond. We highly recommend her for her warm and caring personality, her high standards, and her outstanding professionalism. 

As the Buyer of a home in South Durham, I cannot recommend Jodi Bakst highly enough. She was absolutely excellent throughout the entire process! Jodi's market knowledge is truly unparalleled. Her insights were invaluable in understanding the neighborhood and making a competitive offer. Her communication was consistently sharp and objective, keeping me informed and focused without any unnecessary fluff. Most impressively, her professionalism was incredible; she was always prepared and responsive. Jodi went above and beyond. She didn't just secure the house; she ensured a smooth transition into owning it. Her kind guidance has helped me get settled in my new home. Her negotiation skills were masterful as she advocated for my needs regarding inspection requests and terms, and yet did so in a reasonable and approachable way that kept the seller genuinely happy. Jodi understood how to create solutions that worked for both sides, turning a potentially stressful process into a true win-win. Thanks to Jodi's expertise and dedication, navigating my home purchase in a smooth and more successful way than I could have hoped for.

Jodi is both flexible and organized. She guided us through the sales process including identifying trusted contractors and explaining how to best get our home ready for sale. She knows the local market and agents extremely well. She was always willing to jump in and solve the issues that emerged. We will work with Jodi again and highly recommend her.

Jodi is truly an amazing agent with a very thoughtful systematic approach. She is super responsive, on top and on time with showings. Her follow ons with elaborate comps and thoroughness with the offer process speaks to her deep experiences. Her honest assessments always help irrespective of what stage you are in the buying process. Her deep roots to the area are very helpful from due diligence to repairs through closing.