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3 reviews in 1 cities and 1 neighbourhoods.
28th in Vernon, BC - 3 Reviews
Rating Summary
Overall Rating
5.00
Knowledgeability Rating
5.00
Professionalism Rating
5.00
Responsiveness Rating
5.00
Usefulness of Website
5.00
Value of Service
5.00
Reach & Lead Generation
5.00
Home Prep & Staging Advice
5.00
Success Ratio
100 %
Recommend Ratio
100 %
Response Rate
67 %
In Don's Own Words:
Don is one of the few active realtors who was a founding member of RE/MAX way back in 1988 and has consistently been a top producer ever since. Although technically not “old” he could be described as “very experienced” with approximately 35 years of Vernon and area real estate experience. Don’s hard work ethic and commitment to customer service evolved his real estate business from busy realtor, to busy realtor with assistant(s), to the present team structure to better serve the needs of buyers and sellers while still providing personalized service. When not assisting clients with their real estate needs Don can usually be found either at home or at Silver Star with wife Sue and children Jacob, Leah, Sarah and Crystal (Landon, Penelope and Piper). Although client and family needs dominate the majority of Don's time he has been known to “knock off” the odd time for some water sports, snow sports, or other recreation.
Don and his team were the best! Not only did they get us the best result faster than we hoped for, they handled all the little details for us. Don was always available to answer our questions.We would recommend Don to anyone buying or selling. He really knows the market. - Kristy Burke
Home Purchase in North Okanagan, Vernon | Aug 2024
Very good in all aspects of his work. Knows his stuff and always accessible. Friendly and conscientious. Goes beyond his responsibilities. 3rd time we have used him and would do so again for sure. Would recommend him to all or friends and family. - Lawrence Hystad
I couldn’t recommend Don Defeo anymore. He has amazing attention to detail, offers full service! As a first time home buyer, all my questions were answered in a way that made sense. Don was always available, and made time for me always which was incredible because he had to work between the two jobs I work. Don goes way above and beyond the expectations, from finding you the perfect home to your specifications, to the tape, boxes and van required to move! Don listens to your needs, and makes sure they’re met. Don is very thorough, concise and helpful. Don was a pleasure to work with, you can tell he loves what he does. - Julia Burke
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Don and his team were the best! Not only did they get us the best result faster than we hoped for, they handled all the little details for us. Don was always available to answer our questions.We would recommend Don to anyone buying or selling. He really knows the market. - Kristy Burke