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Katherine Johnston
Key Realty

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22883 Northeast 128th Place Union Hill-Novelty Hill
I was fortunate to be introduced to Kate Johnston at Key Realty through a trusted referral, and I couldn’t have asked for a better partner. Kate was my agent for both selling my home and the purchase of a new home. She made the entire process seamless. One of the things I appreciated most was how there was never any pressure. Kate had answers to all my questions and provided experienced advice. She was a great source of trusted people and she referred me to: a wonderful contractor/painter, handyman, and locksmith. Kate was always one step ahead of things and extremely thoughtful. She came by on move-in day with a basket of essentials for the home and brought us some food and drinks. All along the way Kate added personal touches that made the transition smooth and enjoyable. I would most highly recommend Kate to anyone looking to buy or sell a home. You will be in the best possible hands!
24535 Northeast 72nd Street Union Hill-Novelty Hill
Buying a home is supposed to be this chaotic mix of anxiety, hope, and the faint smell of fresh paint covering god-knows-what. Most realtors thrive on that chaos. They’ll smile, nod, and then nudge you into buying the “perfect” house because, hey, the faster you sign, the faster they cash their commission check. But Kate isn’t one of those realtors. Thank god. She’s the rare kind of professional who understands that your life savings, your family’s future, and your sanity are on the line. She doesn’t just sell you a home — she walks you through every angle, every inspection report (yes, even the stuff not written in there), and every hidden quirk of the market that most buyers would never notice. That’s experience. And it shows. She was patient — absurdly patient. She never pushed us. Instead, she actually listened to what we needed. Imagine that: a realtor who listens more than she talks. Crazy, right? Her market analysis was sharp, her guidance steady, and when the odds of the market tried to bully us into compromises, she was the one who quietly said, “Nope, we’re not falling for that.” In a world of shortcuts, she played the long game — ethical, thorough, and always on our side. And here’s the kicker: within a month and a half, she didn’t just help us buy a house — she helped us land both a home and an investment. That’s not luck. That’s someone who knows what the hell they’re doing. But here’s the thing: her role didn’t stop at closing. She’s been a constant support, armed with an incredible network of contractors, plumbers, garden wizards — you name it. She checks in on us regularly, making sure we’re settled and supported. That kind of care goes beyond business. It’s the start of a relationship for a lifetime. So if you want a realtor who’s just in it for the sale, keep looking. But if you want someone who’ll protect your interests like they were her own, someone who’ll fight quietly but relentlessly for the right outcome, then you already found her.
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15517 81st Avenue Northeast Kenmore
I was looking for a listing realtor who was able to make the transaction smooth and easy for us. Hao well exceeded my expectation. Our house was sold quickly and much above the listing price in less than a month. The first time I met with Hao, I was on time and Hao came even earlier, with fully prepared information about the house and the area. Hao well presented his sales approaches, among which the easiness attracted me the most. I hoped to find a broker who could handle end-to-end sales process (managing fixing/improvement, scheduling inspection, taking care of listing and etc.). Through the sales process, Hao and his team delivered what they promised and went beyond. Hao arranged inspection, and based on inspection suggested fixing items. Our house was listed at the end of summer, so Hao moved fast on all the steps, which helped us to put the house on market before the end of August. Hao helped manage the fixing process and communicated the improvement with the buyers and their agent. Hao has very good sensitivity about market timing, buyers’ preference and marketing strategies. Hao thinks and moves fast, and has a good combination of traditional sales people’s excellent value and new generation’s tech savvy. His experience and diligence helped us close the listing smoothly and quickly. I fully understand why Hao has achieved stunning performance as a broker, and he well deserves it with the quality of service he delivers to clients. Thank you Hao and your team!
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1436 S 132nd St Burien
Aleta was very helpful all through the process, and obviously has a lot of experience. I'm eating 4 star because her experience is less applicable that it used to be. I had to drive some of the core selling features, and there was a mistake in the listing that didn't, but could have, resulted in a bit lower sales price.
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9660 15th Place Southeast Lake Stevens
Mindy is a great agent. She works extra hard and extra diligent. She is always responsive to my calls and questions. Mindy's service to us has been above and beyond to the point I'd describe as self-sacrifice. If you are looking for someone who always goes the extra mile for you, Mindy is the one.
9503 Chapel Hill Rd Lake Stevens
I had a great home buying experience with Mindy! She’s very caring, attentive, dedicated, and responsible. She listened to my needs, guided me through every step, and made the whole process smooth and stress-free. If you’re looking for a caring and hardworking agent, I highly recommend her!