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What Our Clients Have to Say

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Here is what our clients have to say about their experience working with us.

“Matt and Zenita are true professionals and have the knowledge and understanding of today’s difficult market. They are very positive and encouraging, even through the hard times – they were always there to support, listen and offer encouragement. I sold my house! And it happened in a little over 2 months time. Matt and Zenita helped me get my house into the condition where it would show its absolute best side so I could make the most profit possible. They looked at the house with a critical, objective point of view. They let me know exactly what need to be done and even helped me do it! I recommend Matt and Zenita because they are trustworthy, helpful, kind and a knowledgeable team.
-S. Stendahl Bend, OR

“Matt clearly brings a sense of honesty and practicality to his work. His knowledge base is impressive and broad. He not only understands the local market but also has experience in construction and land use laws. Matt dedicates himself to a project and always makes himself available to his clients. Our transaction involved a fair bit of negotiation and the use of real estate attorneys. Matt’s skills as a negotiator and communicator, his persistence, and his understanding of the nuances of land use laws truly helped us finalize our deal. I would recommend Matt because he has the important qualities of an exceptional realtor – good communicator, strong work ethic and a keen understanding of the local area and the parallel industries.”
-John W. Gundry, MD Eugene OR

“I appreciated the constant support & their straight forwardness regarding any and all questions that I had throughout the transaction. They sold my home and helped me find a new home. They walked me through the entire process with patience and really listened to what I wanted in my now home. They are very adept at finding what you are looking for. I would absolutely recommend Matt and Zenita over other realtors.”
–Heather Redmond Bend OR

“I would definitely recommend Matt and Zenita. It was one of the best experiences I have had with buying a home. They eased all my worries and were able to give great references when I needed help. Due to Matt’s qualifications in HUD transactions I was able to buy a HUD home at a great price. You two are great to work with ~ thank you!”
–Lisa Mason Bend OR

“We ended up with a wonderful home because of Matt and Zenita and their experience. We had been with a previous inexperienced part time realtor before Focus Realty and really felt like we were not getting any support or advice in helping us find the right home. We also were taking on the full responsibility of finding a home ourselves, we spent hours each day searching online and driving around. As soon as Matt and Zenita started working for us we immediately had a load taken off our shoulders. We knew that they were working hard and looking for us. It made the whole experience so much more enjoyable and less stressful. In negotiation, they were helpful in guiding us to make the right decisions.”
–Dave & Barb Milne Bend OR

“Matt and Zenita were very professional throughout the six months that encompassed our real estate transaction. They were genuinely real, approachable and understanding as we reviewed each step of the short sale process with them. In a world where people are often referred to according to numbers/accounts/checklists, their demeanor and approach were very respectful, reassuring & refreshing! Matt and Zenita have complementary skills, expertise, and arenas of focus in both their professional and personal repertoires’ of knowledge and capabilities. They are an extremely competent, thorough, proactive team who demonstrate the highest degree of integrity, humility and diligence in their work. ”
-The Wadesons Bend OR

“We appreciated the encouraging words and patience. We felt that we were able to talk openly and were not “pushed” into buying. Matt was able to point out quality issues with properties we saw that we would not have known. He was able to work closely with our lender and kept us informed at each state of the process. Our family LOVES our house.”
–J & E Stuthard Bend OR

“In my real estate transaction, Matt had an unending optimism that let me know he was going to do all he could to make the transaction “go” as planned. His communication was excellent and I was confident that he was on top of things. His energy was always geared toward making things happen. My house sold based on his advice for pricing competitively in the market. Matt also had the resources and suggestions to help overcome stumbling blocks on the sale of my house. Matt knows his stuff and did a great job. He helped me understand the market situations and is definitely willing to take the time to get it done right.”
-Dr. Mark Spencer Bend, OR The Center for Orthopedics & Neurosurgery

“Matt and Zenita are professional and easy to work with. They took the time to care about us. I liked the teamwork. I was able to find a house quickly and it was a fast easy transaction thanks to Matt and Zenita.”
–Polly Bend OR

“We liked working with Matt and Zenita because they were both very truthful and trust worthy. They worked hard to keep our selling information updated and kept us aware of the market conditions. We appreciated the monthly reports and updates. And best of all, our house sold!”
-Larry and Cindy Marshall Anthem, AZ

“Matt and Zenita are a great combination of many things above and beyond realtors. They are very educated in short sales and know how to mediate with financial institutions in order to make the pieces fall into place for a successful deal. In this uncertain economy, some may find themselves in the unfortunate situation of selling property they did not plan on selling. Matt and Zenita’s patience, attention to detail and persistence resulted in a successful short sale of our house in Bend. They make an incredible team and we feel fortunate to have referred to them through family friends. We appreciate all they have done.”
-Kathy & Bob Wright Los Angeles, CA

“Both Matt and Zenita were very helpful and easy to contact. They gave us great support and were able to short sale our house. We recommend them because they are very professional but personal. And they were both very knowledgeable and supportive in our situation.”
-Jerry & Kim Ullmann Bend OR

“I feel that Matt and Zenita compliment one another as a team and have what it takes to get the job done! I would recommend Matt and Zenita because they truly care about who you are and what you are looking for. They seemed more like friends than just my realtors. They were aware of my situation plus my needs and desires. They were patient with me and after a two year search we found the right house for my daughter and I. ”
-Kathy Nickel Bend OR

“It is great to work with someone who knows their stuff. Matt knows real estate and is very familiar with the current market. Matt’s knowledge and experience helped us buy a beautiful short sale home in a reasonable amount of time. He knew the process and how to work through it. He is a very caring person with integrity, professionalism and experience. Matt was wonderful to work with!”
-John & Missy Bluebaugh Bend OR

“Matt treated us like we were his only clients! He was accessible for our questions, concerns and for viewing properties. We appreciated his commitment to our process through the many offers we placed toward finding us a home. His excellent communication and negotiation skills allowed us to successfully buy a bank owned property. Matt is an awesome realtor. He is experienced and knowledgeable about current housing market trends, attentive to client’s needs, diligent in helping client’s find a home plus he is respectful and provides service with a smile.”
-Phil Brey & Deb Worthen-Brey Redmond, OR

“Matt was knowledgeable, experienced, interested and fun to work with. He was accommodating, flexible and available. Matt has a good working handle on the market in Bend and has reasonable and fair expectations. He is also supportive of his client and I truly believe has his client’s best interests at heart. Because of Matt’s expertise I bought the house I wanted and got a great deal on it, ending up in a better situation than I ever thought possible. An uniformed person has the most to gain from working with Matt, as his knowledge will get you the most for your money; and it is the stuff you don’t know that will cost you money in the long run.”
-S. Stendahl, Cottage Day Care, Inc. Bend OR

“Matt stuck with us until the job was done! That was 14 months of looking at many, many houses. Matt helped us sort the options and advocated for what would best suit our specific needs. Matt is resourceful. When issues came up, he helped us problem solve. We were able to sell our property in a very reasonable time period, for a respectful price and purchase property without any complications. Matt’s marketing strategies in this technology age are right on target. They allowed us to achieve success in our current real estate market.”
-Art & Naomi Bend, OR

“Matt is easy to talk to, full of expertise and has great follow through. I could trust Matt to guide me in this endeavor. I was able to obtain my dream home! Even though it was a short sale and full of unexpected twists and turns, Matt was able to navigate to a successful end. I recommend Matt because he went above and beyond to provide excellent client service. I trust him, and with life’s biggest investment, that is the most important.”
-Brie Arnette Bend OR

“What I liked best in working with Matt was how he was flexible with his schedule to fit my time needs and was easy to get a hold of when I had questions. Because of Matt’s experience, I got the best house that I could afford. Matt did a good job. I know a lot of guys who got into real estate when it was booming and are out now. Matt wasn’t just riding the wave. He has been doing this for a long time and has the experience that goes with it.”
-Kizer Couch Bend, OR Stop & Go/Shell

“Matt’s expertise and advice made us comfortable with the entire process of finding the right home. He was very knowledgeable and patient with us during our pursuit. We never felt pressured to settle for the first house we saw. Matt’s professional and personal service makes you feel at ease. We always felt like we were working with a friend. Matt goes above and beyond and definitely recommend him and Focus Realty.”
-Herb & Linda Oakes Bend, OR

“Matt is great! Matt always did his research on properties and would walk you through everything. If he is unsure about something he will find out before just telling you what you want to hear. He is very honest, personable and reliable. He is great for a first time homebuyer. I recommend Matt. My whole family really respects him.”
-April M. Courtney Terrebonne, OR Three Sisters Framing

“Matt gave us thoughtful experienced advice, anticipating our needs with proactive choices on our behalf. He was genuinely concerned with helping us, and didn’t just treat us like another customer. Others would benefit from Matt’s knowledge, insight and his patience in taking time to explain things.”
-Todd Huber Bend, OR Squidlock Design

“Matt was able to navigate an impossible transaction with great skill, resulting in us getting our dream home. Matt’s knowledge of the area and experience really made us comfortable that we had chose the right Realtor. Matt knows how to work with people and help them along in the home buying process. He is available when you need him and patient with you when you just need time to make a decision. Can’t imagine working with anyone else.”
-Daniel & Janna Bend, OR

“Matt is very professional in every way. He does a tremendous amount of work to make sure the transaction goes through on time, with no mishaps. In many transactions there is a lot of behind-the-scenes legwork that [if missed] would make the sale go south, but Matt puts in a lot of work to make everything go smoothly. As a result of Matt’s experience, my sister found a great house at a great price, and I was able to buy a light-industrial lot at a great price also.”
-Gary Grund Bend, OR Bear Creek Doors

“Matt thinks outside the box and is a very creative real estate broker. He is very knowledgeable about the market in Bend and offers helpful advice on what will make your home sell. His number one priority is the best interest of his clients. Matt strongly suggested we spend a little money and spruce up the grounds of our property, and that bit of extra money paid off. A buyer who had previously seen our property decided to raise their offer after a second viewing, as they were very impressed with the improvements. It was a pleasure to work with Matt and I highly recommend him to anyone needing real estate assistance. Matt has a very clear grasp of what the market is doing at all times.”
-Kathy Leach Seal Rock, OR

“Our home sold for an acceptable price in a tough market. Matt gave quick responses to our questions and kept us updated on showing activity. Matt is very competent and responsive to our concerns and needs. I was fully satisfied in his service to us.”
-Jerry Minifie Salem, OR

“If it wasn’t for Matt we would not have been able to sell our house. He went the extra mile for us. Matt explains everything in detail. He is very thorough and he really went out of his way to help us sell. He did a great job!”
-T & D Gerhardt Bend, OR Gerhardt Tile & Stone

“I have worked with Matt on both sale and purchase transactions. I trust Matt and never hesitate to ask him any questions or advice. He is always looking out for what is best for my daughter and me. Matt is easily accessible, knowledgeable and proactive.”
-Gina Blanchette Redmond OR

“I am very happy with my service from Matt. He is a great guy to work with, very personable, and he explained everything clearly. This made for and easy and stress free sale. I used Matt’s services to help buy and sell a home. He is educated on current market conditions. You receive honest, accurate information on the current real estate market when you work with Matt.”
-Jason Hughes Bend, OR Hughes Contracting

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Focus Realty's clients benefit from the experience, knowledge, and dedication that brokers Matt & Zenita Lathrop provide in every transaction. Whether buying or selling real estate in Bend Oregon, your Focus Realty Team is ready to assist and guide your through the process.

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