From 130 reviews overall
Jodi Bakst
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Reviews in Orange County
1009 Starfield Circle Hillsborough
Jodi was a stalwart throughout our home buying journey. Her experience and expertise were essential at every turn, guiding us towards the right house, the right offer, and the right timeline. There were several realtors we communicated with early on that told us what we wanted to hear. Instead, Jodi told us the what we needed to hear, and time after time her predictions became our reality. After crafting an offer on our dream home that was accepted within hours amid a slew of competing bids, Jodi kept things on track right up to closing. Every conflict seemed to resolve in our favor above and beyond our expectations. She fiercely defended our interests as through they were her own. Ultimately, we are thrilled with our home. I am certain it would not be ours had we contracted with anyone else.
202 Maywood Way Chapel Hill
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.
939 Crestwood Lane 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.
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Reviews in Orange County
111/515 Hillsborough Street Chapel Hill
She and her team went above and beyond to ensure my property looked its best. Her outstanding negotiation skills allowed her to represent me effectively and protect my interests throughout the closing process. I would highly recommend her and her team without hesitation.
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Vivian Sweatt
SWEATT REALTY LLC
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603 Everglades Dr Mebane
I cannot say enough good things about Nancy! She heard all our requests, explained everything to us and was extremely patient with us as we navigated being first time home buyers. We toured so many properties and she was always so willing and so kind about it! We found the perfect house and she did everything she could to make sure everything was perfect with our terms and closing. I cannot recommend her enough!