TESTIMONIALS
"From start to finish my experience with Laura Chapman was extraordinary. She is extremely knowledgeable and incredibly efficient, but most importantly she genuinely cares about her clients. She listens, she guides, and her warm and friendly personality made my experience a pleasure. I was hoping to buy a condo in Williamsburg but had little time to spend in the area. During my visit, Laura found exactly what I was looking for, and when I made the decision to buy from 3 states away, she handled every detail of the transaction and kept in touch every step of the way as if I were her only client. From finding financing to choosing finishes & colors, I never imagined that buying real estate could seem so effortless. Yet through the whole process I felt that Laura's first priority was not to sell me a house but rather to help me settle into the perfect home. I now have my dream home and a new friend. Without hesitation I would enthusiastically recommend Laura Chapman. There's no one better! " ~ K.Ritter
"Laura Chapman is an outstanding citizen in the Williamsburg community. I am delighted to her as my realtor and will continue to use her every time I need one. Since day one, she had the ability to connect and listen to what our family needed. She worked diligently in searching for a home and successfully found us one. Now seven years later, we are in the midst of searching for a bigger and newer home and who do we call. Laura Chapman. Why start all over, when she already is part of the family! All we had to do was send her an e-mail and in less than three hours, she replied to schedule a meeting with us. Again, very quickly she picked up where we left seven years ago. Together we assessed what our current needs are and started rolling the ball again. Needless to say, I recommend her to anybody that has a need for a realtor. I base my recommendation her splendid achievements during her career as a realtor. I rate her as outstanding and she meets the criteria of Extraordinary Contributor to the realty industry. Laura Chapman is also an excellent and engaging human being. She is universally respected by her peers for her knowledge of her discipline. She is dedicated to helping others to learn so that they can work successfully as realtors. I am convinced she is in the top one-percent of realtors in the Williamsburg area. Indeed, she exceeds them, and many of us could learn much from observing Laura Chapman sell and interrelate with all individuals around our community. I highly recommend her services to all my colleagues and friends. " - Marie & Joe Lopez
"My husband Rich Garcia and I worked with Laura Chapman for the 3rd time last year to sell an unusual home in Newport News, and find a new one in Williamsburg. It was a very hectic time for both of us, as I was changing jobs and he was extremely busy with his own work projects. It has been just over a year in our new home, and since things have quieted down I realize I have been remiss in forwarding on to you my thoughts about Laura's service as our agent.
First: She was absolutely 100% available to answer our questions and work through our anxieties about the selling and buying process (weekends, nights- whenever!)
Second: We had a very unique, older home to sell at a time when the market was just starting to become difficult AND with a buyer that became very challenging as well. Laura was a relentless negotiator on our behalf and allowed us to walk away with a great deal while protecting our interests as the sellers.
Third: She took the time to get to know us, and therefore was able to conceptualize what we were looking for quickly and efficiently. Laura was able to again negotiate a fantastic deal and a quick move-in. The result is that we are now in a home and a location that we absolutely love!
Fourth: Months later after move-in, she continued to check in on us and see how we were doing. This type of follow-through has been so appreciated and has kept her in our minds for any future referrals.
Due to the nature of our jobs and lifestyle, we move frequently. We will, without hesitation call upon Laura for a 4th time to work with us on our next sale and purchase when the time comes. In the meantime, I hope that you are aware of what an excellent and professional agent you have in your employ, and that William E. Wood will always have our business and referrals as a result of her hard work".
Sincerely, Anna R. Bennett & Richard J. Garcia
"I recently completed the sale of my home in James City County with your office as the listing agent. First I would like to say that every one in your office that I dealt with was professional, courteous, and very helpful. Though the real reason I am even taking time to write this is because of the excellent job Laura Chapman did. Like many real estate transactions there were challenges, home repairs, inspections, flaky buyers, neurotic seller (me),etc, Throughout the whole process there was one thing that was consistent and that was Laura's positive and professional attitude. Every time something came up that presented a challenge or problem she had the answer and I really do mean every time. When I called her with a question or concern and she wasn't available my call was always returned in a timely manor. The first time I met with Laura to discuss my listing I told her an amount that I would like to net from the sale that was not only met but exceeded. I cannot say enough nice things about the job she did and the way she represented me during the transaction. I was very fortunate she was my agent". - Barry Farmer
"To us you were the perfect Realtor®. You gave us sound advice, you communicated splendidly, and you worked untold hours on our behalf. Many thanks..." - Hubert & Janet Horan
Laura was exceptionally accessible, polite, and tenacious in seeing that our deal went through smoothly. We chose to sell our home ourselves, and even though it was a FSBO, Laura extended her advice in several situations to ensure no problems on the selling end. We greatly appreciate her willingness to go the extra mile on numerous occasions, including personal delivery of contracts, meeting at oddball hours, and more. – Anna R. Bennet
I thank Laura for all of her many extra services when I was unable to take an active part in closing on my house. She went far beyond what one would expect. – Bette Crossen
Laura was up front, knowledgeable, attentive and high energy! The amazing thing is that none of these qualities ever diminished, from start to closing. She made a stressful time and business affair FUN! We would recommend Laura to anyone - she is DYNAMO! - Peter and Tina Kopfer
Laura handled everything in a very professional manner and always kept us informed throughout the process. She went beyond the call of duty in performing some of the tasks that she didn't have to do in order to make the transaction close sooner. We are very grateful to her for all she has done. - Richard M. Bing
Laura promptly and thoroughly addressed several difficult situations, and she was a pleasure to work with throughout. Many agents in such situations would have become flustered and angry. She is most professional and undoubtedly a credit to her company. - Agnew Swynford III
