Testimonials

Shelby

First Time Homebuyer

Grateful to Marina for her expertise and support through the journey of purchasing my first home. She guided me through every step of the way and was knowledgeable, organized, patient, and kind. She was very thorough and involved, as she consistently sent timelines and followed up with those involved, which was so helpful to me as a first time home buyer. I would recommend her to anyone looking to find their new home. Thank you Marina!

Noah G.

Repeat Client

If you’re are looking for a realtor in the South OC area, I HIGHLY recommend Marina Macartney! Marina has assisted me with the purchase of a condo in 2020, and the sale of that condo in 2024. As a first time home buyer, Marina graciously helped me to understand every part of the transaction, and made each part succinct and easy. There is no other realtor who makes it this easy for their clients. Marina lead me into instant equity with the purchase of my first condo, closing under list price. Similarly, because of her guidance we sold the one bedroom condo for well over asking price in one week! She is truly an expert in both the market and negotiation. And yes, Marina even speaks Spanish as well! Besides being a fabulous realtor, Marina is just a kind and supportive person to know. If you’re looking for a realtor, call Marina Macartney!

Kevin P.

Marina is an outstanding realtor. She totally exceeded our expectations and found a beautiful home for us that we were absolutely thrilled about when we stepped in after the purchase. Moreover, she was able to work with us virtually due to a long-distance move and the pandemic; however, we had full confidence in buying as if we were literally there due to the amount of time and effort she put in on our behalf.There are a number of reasons why I would give Marina my highest recommendation as a realtor. She has the perfect balance of presenting an unbiased view of the property while at the same time providing her thoughts and experience where needed. This is critical for a buyer in developing his or her view of the house while still being supported by her immense experience as a realtor. Additionally, her attention to detail is truly unparalleled. She can see small imperfections or note po…

Marina is an outstanding realtor. She totally exceeded our expectations and found a beautiful home for us that we were absolutely thrilled about when we stepped in after the purchase. Moreover, she was able to work with us virtually due to a long-distance move and the pandemic; however, we had full confidence in buying as if we were literally there due to the amount of time and effort she put in on our behalf.There are a number of reasons why I would give Marina my highest recommendation as a realtor. She has the perfect balance of presenting an unbiased view of the property while at the same time providing her thoughts and experience where needed. This is critical for a buyer in developing his or her view of the house while still being supported by her immense experience as a realtor. Additionally, her attention to detail is truly unparalleled. She can see small imperfections or note possible large future restoration projects with a trained eye that other realtors might miss. These little details certainly add up when considering the ultimate value of a home. Further, she is also cognizant of the surrounding amenities of the property and neighborhood that are integral in choosing the right home. Perhaps most importantly, Marina has a passion to ensure that you, as the buyer, will love the home you buy from the moment you set foot inside. To that end, she keeps a very organized list of repairs, upgrades, and improvements that can be performed prior to or immediately after closing. She is very supportive of your requests and communicates extremely well with all parties involved in the purchase to make your dream home a reality. When you have your new keys in hand, you will be extremely grateful to have had Marina as your realtor!

Brian W.

This was the fourth property I've sold and I can say far and away it was the best realtor experience. Marina was extremely professional she has great attention to detail, is highly client-focused, and is very trustworthy all elements that were put to the test during our recent sale of our existing home and purchase of new home. From the onset, she provided detailed market pricing data (which appealed to me as an engineer), depth of knowledge of existing properties, and flexibility in accommodating our wishes for initial searches. Once we got serious about making an offer, Marina was an easy choice to help navigate the process. When we submitted an offer, we were met with an aggressive timeline in order to secure offer acceptance on the property. Marina acted with extreme urgency in helping us list our property and she used her internal network to line up advance viewings. Because of her …

This was the fourth property I've sold and I can say far and away it was the best realtor experience. Marina was extremely professional she has great attention to detail, is highly client-focused, and is very trustworthy all elements that were put to the test during our recent sale of our existing home and purchase of new home. From the onset, she provided detailed market pricing data (which appealed to me as an engineer), depth of knowledge of existing properties, and flexibility in accommodating our wishes for initial searches. Once we got serious about making an offer, Marina was an easy choice to help navigate the process. When we submitted an offer, we were met with an aggressive timeline in order to secure offer acceptance on the property. Marina acted with extreme urgency in helping us list our property and she used her internal network to line up advance viewings. Because of her efforts, we secured an offer the initial day we listed our property. Over the course of the next few weeks, she was instrumental in helping us navigate a complicated contingency sale and her responsiveness and straightforward approach kept us calm throughout the process. She is a firm but fair negotiator which allowed us to secure a deal on both ends which was no small task. Her attention to detail was critical in ensuring nothing was missed to satisfy us, our buyers, and the sellers of the home we were buying. In summary, Marina did an outstanding job and I would refer her to anyone looking to purchase a home. She earned 100% of her commission and went above and beyond the scope of realtors in my prior experience. She was especially accommodating in coordinating around my and my wife's busy schedules. 6 out of 5 stars!

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Having purchased homes as an owner and investor, she brings a variety of perspectives to each transaction. Attention to detail, commitment to clients, and constant analysis of local market trends are what set her apart.

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