1st Time Home Buyers

" We were referred to Sean over a year ago and he has been by our side since that first day. It had been 16 years since we were in the market to buy a house, but I remembered what an awful realtor I had back then, so was extremely discerning when choosing Sean. He made it an easy choice! He understood our timeline and cross-country move limitations and took it all in stride. He was seemingly available every weekend to do last minute (virtual) viewings and entertain our family as they helped us find the perfect home. We had some misses due to the volatility of the market, but ultimately ended up finding the perfect home, in the perfect location, at the perfect time. I credit Sean with our success! I wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone looking to buy or sell! "

- Krista Cain

" I can't speak highly enough of my experience with Sean Hackney. From day 1, Sean was extremely responsive and had great suggestions for homes to view based on what I was looking for. He was very accommodating and patient in showing me, a first-time homebuyer, houses and explained to me every detail and how it could impact maintenance cost. I would, and will, recommend Sean to anyone in the market to purchase a home. I look forward to the opportunity to work with him and the NextHome Northwest Living Team again. "

- Marli Schoessler

" We can't say enough good things about our experience of buying and selling our home with Sean Hackney. Sean was there every step of the way! Sean's expertise in the field and patience with us were only outdone by his excitement for us in this new chapter of our lives. He supported us through every aspect and was emotionally invested in our journey. All of the little touches along the way were so unexpected and fun--from beautiful pamphlets, professional videos, and fun signage (who doesn't love a cute dog?!) to decorative keys, balloons, and welcome home goodies. It is obvious that Sean LOVES what he does, and has the knowledge, experiences, and expertise to make your Next Home the right one for you! "

- Gwen and Jeff Nyman (local teachers)

" I can't imagine a better real estate agent than Sean. So professional, personable and skilled. He made buying a home in Bellingham very easy (maybe too easy? Nah!). He knows his business and quickly figured out what we were looking for and helped us a lot in narrowing our choices and in prioritizing. I can imagine how one could go wrong in working with Sean. And, after you settle on your new house, you know that he will keep in touch and be a resource. We look for to seeing him around Bellingham. Thanks Sean! "

- Michael J. Paolisso

" I cannot say enough about Sean. He helped us find a home when we moved to Washington 5 years ago, and helped us sell our home when we were heading out again. More than that, Sean stayed in touch during all the time we lived in Washington - I knew I could count on him for information, advice, and recommendations at any time. I promise, if you're looking for a Realtor, you will not find a better one that Sean Hackney. Plus, those little frenchies are SO cute! "

- Nina Sona

" Sean handled the listing of our home and we are very pleased with his efforts. Our property had some challenges but Sean was able to overcome them and we had a very satisfactory result in less time than we anticipated. We would definitely recommend Sean to anyone. "

- S. Santler

" Sean was huge help in buying our house in Bellingham. We didn't know anything about the area and he really helped educate us. He was very communicative and walked us through the process. I consider Sean a friend, which will be very helpful living in a new city. "

- Jenn Baggs

" Sean did such a wonderful job helping us sell our home. All of the advice was spot on and every question was answered in a timely maner. We sold our house in a few days and when the slightest problem came up he was firm in the decision that was the best for us. Thank you "

- Clover Allen (Office Manager)

" Sean is the consummate professional. In a time where the market is unpredictable and out of control his experience and knowledge shined. Sean was able to get a significantly higher price for our property even after paying his small commission than if we just listed it ourselves. His negotiation skills were exemplary and the small details to make the house a home for the new owner were spot on. We highly recommend Sean and will use again. Save yourself a headache and hire Sean. "

- Graham Youtsey

" I can't recall how my search through Bellingham real estate agents brought me to Sean but I'm I found him. Looking back I'm sure the time it took to find our house wasn't too long but it felt daunting at times. Sean's calm demeanor and what seems like an encyclopedic knowledge of Bellingham house prices steadied the search. Who knew finding a 3 bedroom house for sale in Bellingham would be such a wild ride but Sean was the right partner for the job. Work with Sean with confidence. Thank you. "

- Bryan Perkins

" Sean did an amazing job for us and was able to help us with all the needs that our unique situation called for! He’s a consummate pro and a real asset! "

- Sean Wilber

" Sean was a joy to work with. He helped my brother and I sell our Dad's house when he passed away. We live out of state and he helped us coordinate repairs and clear out the last few things in the garage. He did an amazing job of putting together a virtual tour and photos. The house was on the market one weekend and sold for the price that we wanted. I can't recommend him enough. "

- Anne Harding

" Sean helped me to buy my first home 5 years ago and the experience was so incredibly easy and enjoyable that I couldn't think of anyone else I would want to work with to sell my home. Sean has a tremendous depth of knowledge of policies and programs available for buying and selling homes, stays knowledgeable about current trends, and has knack for working with people. Every year he reaches out to communicate with me, invites me to participate in events, and even offers delicious desserts for the holidays! Whether it's buying or selling you home, you can't do any better than Sean! "

- Atari Whittington (Software Support Manager)

" Sean was recommended to me by my daughter,as Sean helped her family with their home purchase. I really appreciated Sean listening to all of my questions and concerns and when I had anxiety about selling during Covid 19, he always put me at ease. He would rightly admit that he would not know how things would go during this time, but it was his past, extensive experience that helped him navigate the ins and outs of the changes we experienced due to the pandemic. I always appreciated his availability to taking my phone calls, his prompt return calls, or letting me know when he could contact me. I loved the videos he made, giving me the latest updates, it made it that much more personable. Sean was by my side all the way, which is what a great agent is supposed to be. "

- Maureen Matthews

" I was referred to Sean by an out-of-state realtor who knew of Sean's skills, experience, and professionalism. Sean developed a plan to sell my home and kindly coached me along each step. Sean's team provided impressive support in marketing my home. Sean actually fielded offers on Superbowl Sunday resulting in the sale of my home on a schedule he predicted based on his accurate metrics. Sean is hardworking, resourceful, and intelligent. Sean also has a great sense of humor, and he is a pleasure to work with. "

- Mark Lytle (Retired Chemist)

" Sean is amazing! We worked with him to buy a house in Bellingham for our upcoming move, and he was so helpful with the entire process. He's been in the area a long time and was able to provide useful information about neighborhoods, send us listings that met our criteria, and send over videos he took on house tours for days when we couldn't make the trip to see listings in person. Sean was incredibly organized and fast when we expressed interest in houses, and was very much on top of things when we were ready to submit offers. He's a true professional who takes his work seriously, and he played an essential role in helping us buy a home that we're very excited about. I strongly recommend Sean to anyone searching for their next home! "

- Annelise Snyder

" Sean was an excellent agent assisting us with our first home purchase. He helped us win against another all cash offer! He steered us toward our perfect home and kept us away from homes he noticed maintenance issues with. Sean was also our psychiatrist keeping our spirits up along the way. "

- Carl Hlavenka

" Sean is a resourceful realtor that takes excellent care of his clients. I can highly recommend his and his team to ANYONE looking to buy or sell a home. "

- Andre Kressler

" Sean was very professional in helping us sell our house to achieve our goals of moving into a different lifestyle. Moving 40 years of accumulations takes some time to sort out and he was patient with us as we moved through the process. He was very undertanding when we pushed our dates out a few times in order to accomplish the move out process. When it came time to list, his advise was sound and the resulting sale was very positive! I would highly recommend Sean if you would like a professional and positive experience in home sales. Thank you for helping us achieve our alternative lifestyle goals! "

- Theresa Erickson

" Sean is the only real estate professional we have worked with in our years in Bellingham. We trust him to be honest, to help us make good decisions and he knows this area well. We always recommend him when others ask us for recommendations. He’s truly a great guy! "

- Tanja Christine Reiss

" I can't imagine a better real estate agent than Sean. So professional, personable and skilled. He made buying a home in Bellingham very easy (maybe too easy? Nah!). He knows his business and quickly figured out what we were looking for and helped us a lot in narrowing our choices and in prioritizing. I can't imagine how one could go wrong in working with Sean. And, after you settle on your new house, you know that he will keep in touch and be a resource. We look for to seeing him around Bellingham. Thanks Sean! "

- Michael P.

" Discovering Sean Hackney was one of the best things that happened in the process of selling our house in Bellingham. His knowledge and experience were invaluable and his consistent, thoughtful insights got us through some tough times. He listens well, understands the process and really committed himself to our success, even though we were not the biggest customer in town, he went above and beyond. Highest possible recommendation. "

- Mark Jay Flanders (Owner/Seller)

" Sean came through on everything he said he would do. Very honest and professional from start to finish. He made the whole process go very smoothly and was accomodating to our individual needs and concerns. I would definitely recommend him. "

- Sandra Marko

" Could not be happier with the way Sean handled the sale of my home! He is so efficient at all the little details making the process so easy. Communication is his strongest attribute and he was always available for any question or concern. Without a doubt, I would choose Sean over and over again to help with a sale or purchase of a home!! "

- Gina Middaugh

" There are lots of agents out there that will place a sign in your yard and do the bare minimum to sell your home. Then there agents like Sean hackney that take a vested interest in you the client, in your home and the process of selling your home. There are lots of agents after doing the bare minimum to sell your, expect full payment for very little work. Then there are agents like Sean hackney that dot every “i”, cross every “t” and have no expectations until the job is completed 100%. There are lots of agents that can help you sell or buy a home. If you want an agent that takes a personal stake in the process, walks with you step by step through that process, answers your questions and addresses your concerns day or night, an agent that becomes your personal advocate- then call Sean Hackney, the best first decision you can make! "

- Rusty & Roxie M.

" Sean was the best, most helpful realtor we could have asked for! As first time homebuyers, we felt nervous and worried about missing steps in the home buying process, but Sean was so helpful and informative every step of the way. He was always willing to help us get in to tour homes as soon as we asked. After our offer on the home was accepted, we always felt well informed of the status of our new home, what was expected of us during the loan process, and what we needed to prepare for before our close date. His timeline was spot on and made our lives stress-free. I would highly recommend Sean to anyone I know looking to buy a home. "

- Kassy Kadoun

" Sean and his team were extremely helpful with our home purchase. We were moving from south Texas to Washington and because of Sean’s professionalism and team work with the mortgage company, we were able to close on our new home while in transit. "

- Jason Kumle

" Sean was amazing! He was always quick to communicate, friendly, and very knowledgeable. I would highly recommend him! "

- Alex Arrowood (Buyer)

" Sean is always professional. From determining price to negotiating contracts. He. Keeps the less professional and newer agents on task. We use Sean for all our real estate needs. Whether we are buying or selling. And you should too "

- Graham Youtsey

" Sean went above and beyond. He helped our family purchase a multi-family property while we were out of state (some of us in a different country) which provided a lot of unique challenges. He helped us navigate it all with ease. I always felt supported and that he had our best interest at heart. It has always been our dream to live in a multi-generational environment, and now that dream is being realized. Thank you, Sean! "

- Vera Hyatt

" We were purchasing a vacation home and the process was a little complicated. Sean was absolutely amazing! He was critical in dealing with the seller's agent to get the deal done. We would not hesitate to recommend Sean to anyone - 100%! "

- Kathleen McHugh

" Sean was awesome! He was very knowledgeable and made the home buying process as stress free as it could be. As a first time home buyer, Sean did a great job explaining all the complicated parts of purchasing a home in a simple manner. Sean was always available for a phone call or a text to answer any questions we had and we felt supported through the entire process. Would definitely recommend his services! "

- Joe Doughty

" Sean came highly recommended to me from a family member & he was absolutely wonderful to work with. He guided me through the entire process, so I knew just what to expect and he kept me updated throughout. He was such a pleasure to work with and so easy to talk to I felt as relaxed as one could feel selling a home in this crazy market! I highly recommend Sean for anyone looking to buy or sell, he does not disappoint! "

- Patty Martin (Senior Buyer - Aerospace Electronics)

" This is the second time that we have had Sean represent us in our home sale and purchases. Sean makes you feel like you are a high priority and helps you every step of the way. With his professionalism, knowledge, kindness, and positive attitude you won't find a better agent. "

- Scott and Shar Ganhs

" Sean was an amazing agent for us. He took great care to find out everything about us and what we were looking for in a house, a neighborhood, and more and then went to work. He always listened to us and kept us informed re the process, the real estate market, and the ins and outs of each house and location. Because of his attention to detail and taking the time to really listen to us, he consistently provided us options which ultimately led us to our dream house. In addition, he presented us so well to the sellers, capturing the extra information that made the sale. We can't be happier with him and would highly highly recommend him to anyone looking for a home just as our dear friends recommended him to us. He is the best. "

- Anita Merina and Michael Paolisso

" After years of discussion, when we finally decided to list our home we weren’t in a hurry and wanted to be in control of the process. We had nothing pushing us and did not want to compromise our priorities, so we knew it would require an agent with patience and perseverance. Sean listened to our needs, provided informative market data and wise counsel, while ultimately letting us drive the process. He was an outstanding partner and the NextHome team did a fabulous job of marketing our home. He ultimately helped us find the perfect buyers who will be a great fit for our home and neighborhood as we close one chapter and move on to the next. A huge thanks to Sean and the entire NextHome team!!! "

- Steve & Shara Benner

" Sean was awesome. As a first time buyer Sean treated me like family every step of the way. Sean was quick to send over homes that matched what I was looking for as soon as they hit the market. Sean responded to any questions that I had and was quick to set up appointments to go tour homes I was interested in. On move in day Sean was there and just as excited as I was. He helped with the move in process and even had a house warming gift for me! Can’t thank Sean enough. Would definitely recommend. "

- Ben Johnson

" Sean was wonderful to work with. Detail oriented, perceptive, great at explaining arcane real estate details and patient. And the folks that he recommended to us (for bids, etc) were uniformly terrifiic. I would strongly recommend anyone looking to buy a property in Whatcom County consider working with Sean "

- Warren Ogden (Owner)

" Sean handled the sale of our old home and the purchase of our new home. He is very professional, does what he says, and was always available as question arose. I would highly recommend him to anyone buying our selling a home. His experience was invaluable. "

- Henry Qualey

" With all the stressors of selling and buying a new home layered into the daily grind of work and life, nothing makes searching, vetting and purchasing a new home more seamless than a seasoned professional. Key attributes are - clear communication, timely follow up, expectation management, excellent listening skills, well rounded industry knowledge and the ability to translate information to the seller and buyer, sound negotiation strategy, thoughtfulness and awareness and respect for the clients time. All of these are what make a Sean Hackney. Whether you’re making a 500k or 1M+ investment, Sean will take you through the process while demonstrating what it takes to be a high level professional. "

- Richard Middaugh (Strategic Account Executive - AHF Products )

" Sean treated us like royalty and with his vast experience in real estate we were in great hands. We had a difficult property to sell. But , Sean was persistent and as they say "Get Er Done". He had many good ideas to help sell our property. The best thing about working with Sean is that he is so personable and caring. When you finish working with him you feel like you have made a good friend. We, my wife and I, highly recommend Sean Hackney for all your real estate needs. "

- Thomas Grant (Retired )

" We can't say enough good things about our experience of buying and selling our home with Sean Hackney. Sean was there every step of the way! Sean's expertise in the field and patience with us were only outdone by his excitement for us in this new chapter of our lives. He supported us through every aspect and was emotionally invested in our journey. All of the little touches along the way were so unexpected and fun--from beautiful pamphlets, professional videos, and fun signage (who doesn't love a cute dog?!) to decorative keys, balloons, and welcome home goodies. It is obvious that Sean LOVES what he does, and has the knowledge, experiences, and expertise to make your Next Home the right one for you! "

- Jeff & Gwen N.

" We were buying a house from out-of-state and Sean always went the extra mile for us to make things as easy as possible in that situation. Sean also knows everyone in the area, which was so helpful when he was looking into properties we were interested in, in navigating the offer process, and in getting connected to the right lender/appraiser/etc. I think Sean was just as happy for us as we were when we got the house! Thanks for your support Sean! "

- Leah Platoni

" Sean was awesome to work with. As a first time home buyer he gave us a ton of helpful information and really made the process enjoyable. We would highly recommend! "

- Kris Barrea

" Sean is one of the 'best of the best' agents all around. He's a real pro and I would recommend him highly! "

- Chris Wallace

" Enthusiastic, Positive and Pro-Active. I'm super thankful working with Sean. He helped me buy this condo and now sell it 4 years later. I had a lot to learn about both processes and he always communicates in a way that is informative and helpful. Even with a buyer pull-out he had the listing back up and the perfect buyer in no time at all - talking me through and encouraging all the way. He also has a way with special touches like personal notes, helpful contacts and surprise drop offs (like moving boxes just when I needed them). "

- Krissy Moehl (Ultrarunner, Coach, Race Director, Public Speaker)

" Sean is extremely personable, a very good problem solver, and goes the extra mile for you!!! You will be very pleased with his marketing and follow through! I really can't say enough good things about him and his work! "

- Mary Langer

" He did a great job helping us with the purchase of our new home in a new area and during a difficult situation/time. We will also be grateful for his professionalism and Knowledge which made everything easier "

- Edd Harris

" Sean is one of the best realtors we have ever worked with. We had to move due to health issues, and I truly feel that Sean moved mountains to make it happen. He is incredibly resourceful, meticulous, and always on top of everything. Communication was fantastic-clear, prompt, and to the point. Our transaction went much more smoothly than we ever expected, and that was entirely thanks to Sean. Our family truly appreciates his dedication, professionalism, and commitment to his clients. "

- Alla Podnebesnyy (Moved Mountains for us )

" Sean is always professional. From determining price to negotiating contracts. He. Keeps the less professional and newer agents on task. We use Sean for all our real estate needs. Whether we are buying or selling. And you should too "

- Graham Youtsey

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