TESTIMONIALS

The Bates Ives team was fantastic. James, Maggie and Susan got our penthouse apartment sold in a very challenging market. They were strategic and smart, and made all the right moves at the right time. Their professional, understated, experienced style made it happen and we were thrilled to successfully close and move on to our next endeavor. They know the game, they understand the many nuances involved in any market, and they have the patience and experience to quietly drive the deal to success. This team understands the importance of building trust and longstanding relationships in the real estate business. And they are fun to work with! Thank you again for achieving the nearly unachievable in a very difficult environment, and for doing it with a smile. We await our next success stories together.

James and Susan were a joy to work with in going through the process of selling our home. While the real estate market has quickly moved from a seller’s market to one with substantial increases in inventory, they remained persistent and optimistic that we would reach a successful conclusion which we did. Their advice and recommendations were instrumental in reaching a positive result. I would highly recommend the James Bates team for all of your real estate needs

James, Maggie and Susan were wonderful to work with. What a fabulous team they make! They sold our condominium very quickly and for a fair price in the today’s market. They were positive, friendly and professional. They had the patience to show us any property that we were interested in seeing. We quickly purchased our new home with them. It was such a great experience that I would never consider dealing with another agent in the Naples area. I would (have already) recommend them to anyone.

We are two-time James Bates users. In the first case, during a market lull, James helped us with a problematic property. He got us top dollar and delivered a fast seamless close. In the second case, during a strong market he helped us price, market and sell our five year old home. This sale turned in 21 days at just under listing price. He then tirelessly helped us with all the contract negotiation, minor repairs, and suggestions on all the details of an orderly transition. I can honestly say that James is a brilliant real estate mind, a gifted salesman, but more importantly a friend and advisor. For help in Naples, there is no one else I would turn to. An A for intelligence and wisdom, an A for collaboration and forethought, and an A for a very successful outcome both times. Thank you from the bottom of our heart, James Bates.

The team of James Bates, Maggie Ives and Susan Dumont are truly one for the ages. James being most knowledgeable and skilled professional in all aspects of real estate, Maggie being the born natural salesperson and Susan, being the one who ties it all together in the administration of moving all that matters forward! My wife and I agree, simply put, they are the best.