~ James Rusk, Ph. D., Professor, Florida State University ~
"My family and I were living in Florida, and we were trying to manage our two rental homes in Rancho Bernardo on our own. Although we are experienced in such matters, things were getting out of hand and we decided to sell. Fortunately, a tenant living next door to Tom Seymour recommended that I consult with Tom before deciding on a sales agent. Was I ever glad I took my tenant's advice! Tom was straightforward and immediately helpful. He recommended quality contractors with reasonable fees and supervised needed repairs and enhanced improvements. Tom sold our home quickly for a price well above the market average of the neighborhood (other sales agents had suggested a much lower price). Delighted with the results, I hired Tom to manage our other rental property. In so doing, he increased the rent to be more in line with current rates, supervised and hired contractors for cleanup, repairs, repainting and recarpeting, and had the place looking like new in no time. During the process Tom also handled a difficult tenant with considerable skill and politeness. Tom is always a gentleman - professional and ethical in his dealings. You quickly feel like he is not only your agent, but your friend as well. Tom both made us money, and took the headache out of tenant and contractor dealings. I highly recommend Tom for any and all of your real estate needs. I wouldn't make a move without him."
~ Sue and Eric Eyres ~
"Brad and Tom from Buyers First were incredible. My husband Eric and I decided to look for a house and were nervous about buying and selling at the same time. Brad and Tom explained all of our options and made the whole process very calming. To our surprise we bought and sold our house the same day! We had two offers on our home within 8 hours. We sought Brad and Tom's advice on which offer was the best for our situation and we decided to take the offer they advised us to take. We got an exceptional deal on the home we bought and on the sale of our current home because of Brad and Tom's counsel. We were able to get $19,200 over our appraised value, which was done only a month prior to us selling our home. We were able to get the escrow and move-in dates that we wanted and were able to lease back on both homes. Brad and Tom put our minds at ease and were available for all our questions. We are so thankful to Buyers First for making our dreams come true!"
~ Dr. S & M Smith, Idaho Falls, Idaho ~
"Since our family home was being transferred to Japan for three years, we decided to sell our home, that is until we talked to Tom Seymour. He suggested that instead, we rent out the home during our duration overseas. The real estate market in 1996-97 was just starting to turn up from its worst decline in years. Through Tom's property management program we were able to lease our home to two wonderful families during our abbess. After three years we realized we would not be returning to San Diego and elected to sell, achieving $35,000 more for the property than had we not followed Tom's advice. There is no question that Tom looks out for the good of his clients and consults, advises and operates with their best interests in mind. For that reason we are keeping in contact with Tom for the next time we need direction on "What should we do about this?"
~ R.B., La Jolla, California ~
"I had considered selling my home in La Jolla as early as 1999, but after talking to Tom Seymour, he suggested that I wait since the market was in an upward trend. Tom and I decided that my urgency in selling could be delayed for at least one to two years. Two and a half years later, Tom sold my property for $250,000 more than the 1999 appraisal. It was sound advice and comforting to know that Tom was always thinking first about my best interest and welfare. I would recommend Tom to anyone and everyone who wants their interest to come first.