Elaine Yates

Elaine was top notch. We were met with expertise, knowldege and comfort knowing we were with the right agent. She always ensured our best interest was being met. She was quick to respond to our texts and telephone calls no matter how urgent it was. We are appreciative and grateful for having such a wonderful, thoughtful agent in our corner. Thank you. - Crista Bouzane

We recently sold our home, and we could not have asked for a better experience than working with Elaine. From our very first meeting, she was incredibly patient, deeply knowledgeable, and thoroughly explained every single step of the process. What truly blew us away was her responsiveness. She kept us constantly informed, and on one occasion, she even returned our call while she was away on a family day trip just to make sure we were taken care of! Her commitment, detail-oriented approach, and genuine care made a stressful process feel completely manageable. If you are looking for an agent who is truly dedicated to her clients, look no further. We highly recommend her! - Kim Newell

Elaine was recommended to me by a family member who had worked with her in the past, and I couldn't be happier with my experience. As a first-time homebuyer, I really appreciated her guidance throughout the entire process. I recently firmed up on an offer for my first condo, and Elaine was incredibly helpful every step of the way and responded to my texts/emails quickly. She showed me several properties throughout the Northumberland area. I highly recommend Elaine to anyone looking for a knowledgeable, professional, and supportive realtor. - Josh Ferreira

I totally recommend Elaine for buying a property in Cobourg. She has been their her whole life and really knows the area and all the properties it has to offer. She was super helpful for me a new comer to Cobourg. 5 star service! - Nicole Smith

Elaine was very professional and went way above and beyond every expectation I wanted in a real estate agent. I would recommend Elaine and the real estate company to anyone looking to sell or buy a property - Scott VanEvery

Elaine was a terrific agent. Starting with making a video about the property including a drone shots for overhead photography of the property and surrounding areas. I am very happy with Elaine’s dedication for a successful outcome. - Ron Robertson

We had a great experience working with Elaine, even though our time working together was relatively short due to a change in our search location. From the beginning, she was attentive, knowledgeable, and genuinely interested in understanding what we were looking for in a home. She provided thoughtful guidance as we explored properties and went above and beyond by helping us connect with a trusted realtor in our town to sell our current home. That support made a potentially stressful transition feel seamless and well handled. Throughout the process, Elaine was professional, pleasant, and generous with her time and expertise. We truly appreciated her help and wouldn’t hesitate to recommend her to anyone looking for a reliable and well-connected real estate professional. - Danielle Child

Elaine, Thank you for taking your time to help in our search to make the move from Montreal to your area. You truly have a talent for what you do – so warm, kind and generous. We are grateful for your guidance and care. - Victoria Mertl

Elaine was professional, responsible, respectful, courteous, and cheerful at all times. She knows the market well and had excellent suggestions for us. I would highly recommend her services. - Mary Rose Rubie

Elaine was profession, personable, friendly, honest and very helpful. She showed us numerous homes over a wide geographic area and was good at pointing out good and bad features. We were coming from a distance so when timing didn't work out Elaine's father, Michael Cortesis stood in. Both father and daughter made a great team. We highly recommend her and her office. - Scott Rubie

My husband and I used Elaine to help us purchase our new home. We had seen a house on realtor.ca and knew we wanted to make an offer. I contacted Elaine after seeing many other locals suggest her. Elaine was fantastic right from our first call. We found out it was an estate sale and we had to get our offer together very quickly. Elaine was very efficient and gave us honest and helpful advice on how/what to offer. We felt like all of our conversations with Elaine and all of her advice was centered around what was best for our family. We definitely felt like she was looking out for us and was honestly invested in us getting the home. We were so thrilled when the sellers accepted our offer. Elaine followed up with us frequently during the buying process. We spent lots of time with Elaine during all our inspections and visits to the property. Elaine was always professional but also very personable and friendly. I would not hesitate to recommend Elaine to anyone. She’s the best! Thanks again Elaine. - Brittany Dolley

Elaine is a truly dedicated professional who communicates clearly and is thoughtful in her dialogue - being sensitive to issues of the seller (ie estate sale, health issue). She is a credit to the real estate industry and I would not hesitate to recommend her to friends and family. - Donna Gilbert

Elaine was fantastic! She was a great communicator, and when we moved our search farther north, she moved with us even though it meant a 45 minute drive for her to do showings, inspections, ect. She was so good to my mom. Helped her steer clear of a couple duds and find a house that is absolutely lovely! She was flexible to our needs and quirks, and when things needed doing she got them done quick as you please! She was honestly such a life saver in all this. - Grace Crichton

In dealing with my parents’ estate, our lawyer advised us to find a local real estate agent to begin the lengthy process of selling their home. From the very first call with Elaine Yates, my family and I knew we’d found the right partner, and with every interaction since – and there have been many – she was with us, providing excellent advice, patiently going through every detail, and offering support that was above and beyond what one might usually expect from a real estate agent. In the end, our expectations were exceeded – within days of formally going on the market we had multiple offers that she helped us navigate with insight and integrity, and she stayed in touch and continued to support us right through to closing. Our only regret is that we don’t have more property to sell because we’d welcome the opportunity to work with Elaine again, and we recommend her and her team without reservation to anyone buying or selling in the area. - Craig

Elaine helped us sell our home during the Pandemic five years ago. She made it such a smooth and stress-free experience then that we decided we would use Elaine's expertise and knowledge this time around as well. Again, we were so happy with our choice. The idea of selling your home can be a daunting task, not to mention the crazy uncertainty that we are living in right now, but I want to take the time to thank Elaine for answering our questions and putting our minds at ease. You have become family to us. Thank you for all that you did to help us buy and sell in such a timely fashion. We truly appreciate it. - Lori-Anne Davis

I'm so Pleased with the sale of Our home Elaine is so Professional and Organized and I recommend her highly. The marketing was top notch and we sold quickly Thank you again for everything. - Lori-Ann Johnston

I would highly recommend dealing with Elaine Yates. Knowledgeable about the neighborhood and professional from start to finish. A pleasure. Should you feel that you can use the service if a great realtor, just contact Elaine - Tracy Akker

I would recommend Michael and Elaine courtesies very friendly and tell u things of how they should be u can call or message any time and gets right back to u thank u so very much so kind - Crystal Walker

Elaine was the perfect realtor for us while purchasing our first home together. Very professional, compassionate and patient. Always responded quickly and gave her expertise through every step of the way. - Courtney Penfold

Elaine was extremely knowledgeable and honest. She went above and beyond and was more than happy to go the extra mile. She was fast to respond and was willing to work with our needs and never made us feel like we couldn’t put every ounce of faith in her. Elaine made a stressful situation for us feel seamless. - Amanda Hall

I got a referral for Elaine Yates through a wonderful attorney. My first reaction to meeting Elaine was how professional and caring of a person she is. She exceeded all my expectations and I couldn't have asked for a better realtor. I had lost someone close to me and I was so stressed but she gave me so much support throughout. Elaine is one thing for sure - someone you'll never forget and I can't thank her enough. She's more than a realtor to me and I now consider her a dear friend. - Debbie kelley

My fiancée and I were looking to purchase our first home in Northumberland County, and came to the conclusion that we needed to find an agent local to the area who can give us an in depth outlook on what it’s like living in the area. After a quick Google search we stumbled upon Michael and Elaine at Cortisis Real Estate Team. We spoke to Elaine on the phone and she immediately jumped into action booking 8 showings for that weekend which was tremendous for us as we lived 2 hours outside of Northumberland Country. Elaine was extremely knowledgeable and professional. She was able to find us our dream home! She made the whole home buying process very easy and stress free. I’d recommend her to absolutely anyone looking to buy or sell in the Northumberland Area. Elaine was a pleasure to work with. We will definitely be using her services again in the future. - Ryan B

Elaine is amazing! Very professional, available, reliable, caring and fair. Cannot ask for more out of a realtor. Elaine will go over and beyond expectations to make everything as smooth,easy and stress free as possible. Thanks again! - Leslie MacInally

Where do we even begin to express our gratitude for the remarkable service provided by Elaine Cortesis? From the moment we decided to sell our home, Elaine and her team dazzled us with their unparalleled expertise, unwavering dedication, and sheer brilliance in the real estate industry. She orchestrated a symphony of success ensuring that our home was not just sold, but sold for the highest possible value. Elaine's strategic marketing prowess and unrivaled negotiation skills set her leagues apart from the competition. Every interaction with her was an absolute delight, as she exudes a rare blend of professionalism, warmth, and grace. Selling a home can be a daunting task, but with Elaine by our side, it was an exhilarating journey filled with triumph and victory. If you're searching for the crème de la crème of real estate agents, look no further than Elaine Cortesis. She is, without a doubt, the epitome of excellence in her field! - Christopher Garrett

We have worked with several agents in buying and selling homes and hands down, Elaine has been the most responsive and knowledgeable realtor we have ever worked with. She worked with our needs and wants and expertly guided us through the process, consistently keeping in touch. I will recommend Elaine to friends and family. - Anne Harrison

I was immediately impressed with Elaine’s expert knowledge of the industry and professionalism. When I decided to look for a home in Cobourg, an area that I was not familiar with, she provided valuable and unbiased insight into what I might consider in my search. She listened to my wishes and narrowed in on options she felt could meet my needs. Her responsiveness and client-first approach made me confident that my needs were always a priority. I felt thoroughly comfortable trusting her expertise and guidance. I am so happy with the home that I purchased, and with Elaine’s service throughout the entire process. It was so appreciated! - Robin Ashton

Elaine was extremely professional and thorough and got my house sold in the timeline I was hoping for. She was a pleasure to work with, and I would definitely use her services again! - Kirsten Lange

it was such a pleasure to work with Elaine, who’s professionalism and expertise helped so much in the successful sale of our Dad’s home. We would recommend Elaine to anyone looking for a real estate agent. - Sharon Dean

Elaine was knowledgeable and professional, she went above and beyond answering all of my questions and making me feel at ease with such a life changing decision. I would highly recommend working with her to any of my family and friends. - Erika Coulson

Elaine is extremely professional and knowledgeable and showed only properties matching my specific requirements which shows she pays attention to her clients. She was ready with answers to all of my questions and concerns. I highly recommend Elaine and will refer her to any friends or acquaintances looking to buy or sell property. - Lisa

Elaine is always available and is extremely helpful and informative. She will go more than that extra mile for her clients and is forceful and honest when negotiating. Highly recommend her for purchases and sales. Great booking system for viewings. - Fran DuBroy