The Barrett Group | Testimonials
We hired JoAnn Barrett after using another realtor for six months with lots of showings but no offers. When I consulted with JoAnn she said we needed to stage the place which the other realtor had said we did not need. She also told us our price was too high. So we followed JoAnn‘s expertise and sound advice and we finally got an offer. JoAnn did a superb job in marketing our condo in Ann Arbor which now has a lot of competition. She went the extra mile and had a video expert shoot a tour once it was staged. The feedback was excellent. We now are believers in staging. She communicated every step of the way and made sure that our condo was being seen and promoted on social media. I would highly recommend if you are having any problems selling a house or condo to hire JoAnn. You will not be disappointed. She will be sure to get the job done. Extremely happy client.
Linda W.
JoAnn – When you were here on Saturday, I think that we were just beginning to deal with the new realization that our house was going to be sold. We were relieved, worn out, and a little sad and emotional. With all of that going on in our heads – we forgot to thank you. We do appreciate all that you’ve done. Your ideas, work and good advice (which wasn’t always taken!) helped to get us through the whole adventure. After 30 years here, it proved more difficult for us than we thought it would be. However, you guided us through the process with understanding, wisdom, and humor. You even watered our plants, certainly above and beyond! Also, please thank Sarah for us. In addition to her other efforts, she did go ‘head to head’ with the neighborhood snake. Thanks again JoAnn. I’m looking forward to more relaxed times together in the future. All the best.
Carolyn and David S.
Dear JoAnn – We had dinner last night with the new owners. We took your champagne to share. You created the best outcome imaginable for all of the problems. Thank you so much for providing the best advice, direction & perfect handling of what was my most precious possession. I couldn’t be happier or more at peace with the results. I am so grateful.
Debby F.
JoAnn is absolutely a pleasure to work with. She helped us purchase our first home 8 years ago, and when we had the slightest thought about moving again, there was absolutely no hesitation in deciding to work with her again (and we have other friends and family in the business). We knew that we would get the absolute best purchase price and deal working with her, and we did! Not only does she know what she is doing, but she makes buying a home fun! Thank you!
Catheryn S.
When we were in Ann Arbor we rented and JoAnn helped us find that, and she kept working with us. She was referred by the Athletic Director for the U of M. She came in and sat with us, and she had pamphlets and statistics and information of the houses that were selling in our area and the surrounding area, and their prices and price per square foot, and how it all worked. So it was done very professionally and systematically. We just can't imagine going with anyone else. She knows what she is doing, and she looks at her clients as individuals, and their situations individually, and their houses individually. She doesn't give the same advice, but looks at each situation individually—so taking her advice is a good bet. We really enjoyed working with JoAnn, and think she did a great job.
Laura R.
My mother passed away. She left her house to me. We live in Connecticut and the house is in Ann Arbor. We immediately decided to sell it. We invited two realtors. The first person came (not JoAnn), and we really liked her, but then JoAnn came over. She looked around, and didn't mince any words. She encouraged us to, first of all, make repairs. She very quickly and very efficiently had a small army of plumbers, painters, electricians and the stager. Within 2 weeks, the house was turned into a place that looked great on the market. It was a remarkable transformation! She saw what could be done, and made it happen. Also, it was a sensitive time and a difficult time for me, and I appreciate the way she dealt with that too. She was very respectful of this being my mother's house, but was none-the-less focused on what her task was, and I appreciated that. I got the best price, definitely. It was more than I had expected that we would make from that house. I was in Connecticut for all of this. She put together a nice brochure, which was online. I think it was her ability to bring people into the house that made the most difference, and how quickly it happened. Creating buzz in November has to be a difficult job, and she managed to do it. I would definitely recommend her to others.
David S.
Aloha. Following several frenzied and exhausting weeks of preparation for the condo sale, I finally ran into a "rock and a hard place" where I simply could do no more. This is where my story gets interesting! I was blessed with an excellent realtor (JoAnn Barrett) who told me not to worry. (Secretly, I still did.) JoAnn and her office staff and work crews took over in my last two weeks to clean, paint, repair, stage and market the condo. Once I was in Hawaii, I had my own "to do" list. I'm so pleased with and thankful for JoAnn! Within days, the condo was sold ABOVE asking price and closing in just two weeks! What a relief! The smartest thing to do was to follow her suggestions and then get out of the way! She is fantastic and I would suggest you refer any neighbor or friend who needs a great agent to her!
Glenn C.
JoAnn is a consummate professional. She stayed in close contact and watched over us before, during, and after the sale, and was always available to answer questions.
Timothy P.
We had worked with someone else and our agent was retiring, so she recommended JoAnn. She said if she were selling her own house, she would hire JoAnn to do it. She came over and she was very professional. She knows her business, and is very personable without being obsequious. When you're in her presence, you know that she is a professional. Her credentials are amazing. I think that we were very lucky to have someone of this caliber doing real estate in this market
Mary Ann and Terrance M.
It was such a pleasure to work with JoAnn! Let me tell you about my experience with JoAnn: She sold my house for almost $100,000 more than another realtor estimated it was worth. I followed her advice, and my house sold quickly. JoAnn got me the home I had been dreaming about my entire life and I get to enjoy this wonderful place every day because of her efforts on my behalf. Both of my closings were more like celebrations then financial transactions. I've never been to a closing that was so much fun, let alone two in a row. This is the result of JoAnn's ability to build relationships and negotiate deals in which each party feels like (and is) a winner. JoAnn doesn't have dozens of clients at once like most other top real estate agents. She was there for me, personally, throughout the entire process. I could have settled (and almost did settle) for the wrong house, but JoAnn wouldn't let me. She won't just tell you what you want to hear. You'll hear what she believes is best for you, both from a financial and personal perspective, and her beliefs are based upon a wealth of experience. Whatever you decide, though, JoAnn will do all she can to get you what you want. Whenever a problem or roadblock would arise, JoAnn had a solution, and her solutions were invariably better for my interests than her hers. She is a true champion for her clients. I can’t recommend JoAnn Barrett highly enough. I feel so lucky to have had the opportunity to work with her. Best wishes on your real estate journey,
Gale G.
Thank you for making North Lake come true for us both! Hard to believe we closed and are enjoying the views while unpacking.... but most of all living on North Lake! We can't thank you enough!!! We are still doing the "Happy Dance."
Rose F. and Curt B.
Joann, thank you so much for all of your hard work to get us our first house. We are enjoying all of our new adventures as homeowners. You helped the process run smoothly and we truly appreciate it!
Greg and Sara R.
JoAnn, Bill and I can't thank you enough for all your hard work in helping us find a great home. I never worried about the long distance hunt with the combination of you on the ground. We are so excited to start the next chapter of our lives here in Ann Arbor.
Caitlin and Bill B.