Got into our first home with $6000 in
closing costs paid by the seller. This has been quite the journey for my daughter and I. I had been searching for a long time, and worked with... read moreGot into our first home with $6000 in
closing costs paid by the seller. This has been quite the journey for my daughter and I. I had been searching for a long time, and worked with a few
other realtors that just couldn't get me to the finish line. I came across the The Bottrell Team and I am so grateful to have crossed paths with them. My agent took the time to sit with me and discuss my goals and educate me on the process. She showed me the secret as to why wealthy people are wealthy and why renters are not. She genuinely cared about not just selling me a house, but making sure I set myself and my daughter up for success. It was more than just a transaction
for them, it was about changing our lives for the better. She took the time to show us different options in different areas of North County. We came across the perfect townhome in a quiet community in Escondido. It was the perfect size for
my daughter and I. She also put me in contact with their lender who guided me through the financial side of this process. This was my first time purchasing a home so everything was very new to me. It was overwhelming at times, however The Bottrell Team stuck by my side and didn't let me give up. They knew what my goals were and pushed me to accomplish it. I am so
grateful for this team and all they have done. I’m proud to call myself a homeowner and be able to share this with my daughter. Thank you Bottrell
Team! read less

I am so thankful and appreciative of the Jim Bottrell team of Ardent Real Estate, as they eased the process every step of the way as I became a first time home buyer. Every question... read moreI am so thankful and appreciative of the Jim Bottrell team of Ardent Real Estate, as they eased the process every step of the way as I became a first time home buyer. Every question answered. Every nervous phone call or email, they were available. Consistently informative and thorough. And very understanding to where I am in life and what my goals are.

I do not simply recommend their whole team (which had a family quality I might add) to veterans; they are certainly the people to work with if you're looking for the best. Thanks guys! read less

Thank you to The Jim Bottrell Team for helping us to
buy our very first home! We were previously working with another agent for about
three months, and we were unable to find anything within our budget... read moreThank you to The Jim Bottrell Team for helping us to
buy our very first home! We were previously working with another agent for about
three months, and we were unable to find anything within our budget that we
loved. That’s when we attended one of the Jim Bottrell Team’s online VA
Workshops. Only TWO WEEKS after meeting with them we were in escrow beating out
15 other offers!!! The Bottrell Team definitely has their ways of getting their
offers accepted faster. Our agent always had our best interest in mind and was
communicative throughout our escrow. They also recommended an amazing lender who
they worked with for a smooth transaction and were able to close in just over 21
days. The entire Bottrell Team was helpful throughout the home-buying process.
We are so thankful for The Bottrell Team that we are no longer throwing away our
money on rent and have a home for us and our dogs. We will definitely recommend
this team to our friends and family! read less

Jim Bottrell and his team where really good and efficient with the paperwork process as well as getting our offer accepted! We are happy but just a few things were missed in the negotiations process.... read moreJim Bottrell and his team where really good and efficient with the paperwork process as well as getting our offer accepted! We are happy but just a few things were missed in the negotiations process. Just make sure to look at every single thing when buying a home I unfortunately missed there was an issue with the fencing of the home and neighbor, but it’s all getting sorted out now! Thanks Guys! read less

The Jim Bottrell Team helped my sister and I to find a retirement home in a very nice 55+ community in Hemet. We found our dream home on the first day of looking with our... read moreThe Jim Bottrell Team helped my sister and I to find a retirement home in a very nice 55+ community in Hemet. We found our dream home on the first day of looking with our agent Jessica Ellis. With her expertise, we negotiated $10k off the asking price. The 30-day escrow went fast but Jessica kept us on track the whole way. Could not have been happier with how things turned out. Since Jessica lived in the area, she was able to recommend a painter and other businesses to get us going with work on the new house. We are thankful to have connected with the Jim Bottrell Team and definitely recommend them to others. read less

This whole team is very wonderful epically my realtor Viviana. My realtor really was always on top of everything and she helped me to find a home that was affordable and fit my likings. Everyone... read moreThis whole team is very wonderful epically my realtor Viviana. My realtor really was always on top of everything and she helped me to find a home that was affordable and fit my likings. Everyone on this team is very polite and professional. They really do take care of you they are quick and responsive. If it wasn't for this wonderful team don't think I would have ever found my house because they really do work with you a lot. No question is too small or too big for them to answer. They are very knowledgeable as a team and all work well together. I really do appreciate their wonderful service they made this process so smooth especially because I'm working and going to school full time. Thank You Jim Bottrell team read less

The team is great and Sarah Smith from the team is wonderful. She is patient, very knowledgeable, honest. She is awesome in this department. Very quick with the paper work and negotiations.

Received an offer $15k above asking
BEFORE hitting the market! We decided it was time to leave California and be
closer to our kids on the East Coast. We heard about The Bottrell Team on the
radio and... read moreReceived an offer $15k above asking
BEFORE hitting the market! We decided it was time to leave California and be
closer to our kids on the East Coast. We heard about The Bottrell Team on the
radio and decided to give them a call. We are so happy that we did! Our agent
came to our home right away and discussed some helpful tips on how to get the
house ready for sale. She was professional and extremely knowledgeable. She took
the time to discuss the details and timeframe of our upcoming move to ensure
that everything goes smoothly. The Bottrell Team pre marketed our home and
received an aggressive offer before even hitting the market! We were ecstatic to
say the least. We were in a great position before even hitting the market. We
received multiple offers and our agent did her due diligence to ensure we chose
the best buyer for our home! The entire transaction went so smooth and we were
on our way to our family in no time. Our agent was always available and helpful
throughout this entire process. Thank you Bottrell Team for helping us begin
this new journey in our lives! read less

Thank you for making my process easy and fast!!!

The Jim Bottrell Team made my home search and purchase extremely easy and hassle free. My Agent Scott Sloane was excellent in paying attention to my... read moreThank you for making my process easy and fast!!!

The Jim Bottrell Team made my home search and purchase extremely easy and hassle free. My Agent Scott Sloane was excellent in paying attention to my requirements in finding a home and when found executing the negotiation process smoothly. It was not an easy task for them since my schedule is limited and most of our work was done electronically or on mobile devices. With the full support of the Jim Bottrell Team behind him, Scott was able to make my home search and purchase very positive.

Thank you Scott and Team for all your dedication and excellent service! read less

We worked with Sarah Smith on the Bottrell team and she was AWESOME! 15 other people put bids on the home we wanted and Sarah picked a winning strategy and got us in! She guided... read moreWe worked with Sarah Smith on the Bottrell team and she was AWESOME! 15 other people put bids on the home we wanted and Sarah picked a winning strategy and got us in! She guided us through the entire process and helped us connect with a great lender. Every time I had a question Sarah got back to me promptly and made our first home buying process a breeze. If you want a quality agent definitely go with the Bottrell Team and ask for Sarah Smith, you will get the home you want ?? read less

I am a United States Marine, it's pretty much just me and my dad now. My Dad lives in FL and I’ve been wanting him closer to me since it's just the two of us.... read moreI am a United States Marine, it's pretty much just me and my dad now. My Dad lives in FL and I’ve been wanting him closer to me since it's just the two of us. I am stationed in Camp Pendleton and wanted something near base…My Dad reached out to the Jim Bottrell Team and we were paired with a great agent. She took the time to explain the benefits of home ownership and the pre-approval and buying process…We were out looking a properties near base and they were a bit over my price range…but we found a home in Bonsall and I fell in love with the area…it’s a short commute to work and it’s a way to get away from work and military life when I get off work and on the weekends. The best part is, my dad will be moving to CA in November so we can be close to one another! I recommend working with the Jim Bottrell Team if you are buying or selling. read less

We tried to sell our house with a different agent, but it didn't sell. We were discouraged and thought that we may not be able to move out of state like we had originally... read moreWe tried to sell our house with a different agent, but it didn't sell. We were discouraged and thought that we may not be able to move out of state like we had originally planned. That's when we came across the Bottrell Team on Zillow and everything changed. First and foremost, they are a veteran owned and operated business. To my family, that was very important. Some things are more important to us than money, and a fellow American that has served his country has my business, if they are good. From start to finish, the Bottrell Team got the job done, in a professional manner and allowed us to move on with our lives to the next venture in Idaho. We almost felt stuck until we hired the right team to get the job done and get our home sold. Our family saw first hand that not every home sells right away and that it matters who is marketing the home and how they handle the process from start to finish can be very different, depending on the person or team. Be sure to research your realtor, and find the best one possible....for us, it was the Bottrell Team. read less

I was in a tight spot and the Bottrell
Team was able to help me out of a foreclosure situation. Unfortunately, I
lost my job and could no longer afford my home. I attempted to... read moreI was in a tight spot and the Bottrell
Team was able to help me out of a foreclosure situation. Unfortunately, I
lost my job and could no longer afford my home. I attempted to sell the
home with a different agent, with no luck. I then decided to research
agents to find the best one who could help me. After meeting with the
Bottrell Team, we came up with a plan and had the home in escrow quickly.
The process was long and tedious with the banks for the short sale process, but
luckily, I had the Bottrell Team on my side. Now the process is complete
and I can move forward with my life. I now have a new job in a different
state and am very happy to be done with that part of my life and no longer have
to worry about creditors calling. This wasn't the easiest transaction, but
it was made manageable with the help of this team. If you are like me, I
have found that you must consider the quality and experience of the agent you
are hiring, just as much as what they charge for their service. I would
highly recommend this team to anyone even considering buying or selling their
home or a short sale, like I did. read less

This is our second time working with The Jim Bottrell Team and we had called them to sell our home when we had such a great experience with them buying our home. We had a... read moreThis is our second time working with The Jim Bottrell Team and we had called them to sell our home when we had such a great experience with them buying our home. We had a lot of reservations and concerns with co-vid and safety as well as other things about the property we just wanted to make sure we were helped and got the most we could for our home. When we met with the Jim Bottrell Team for the listing presentation, we were so impressed with their knowledge and help through the entire process. The quality of service from our agent was far beyond anything we have ever seen in customer service. They had all pre-cautions in place and helped us with questions and concerns throughout the entire escrow. Furthermore, our agent listened carefully to our needs, educated us on the process as well as helped ensure that we could get top dollar for our condo and in a timely manner. The photography was incredible, the process went as smooth as could be and they even managed to negotiate repairs so we only had to give partial credit for a broken AC instead of repairing or replacing the entire thing.

We weren't in a hurry to move however, The Bottrell Team showed us how great the market was and we took a chance and went for it. Within days we had multiple offers on the property and we were educated on what every offer meant as well as the most qualified buyers with some cash in their account for when things come up. Our best interest was clearly top priority for our agent and we ended up selling our home for $17,000 OVER ASKING.

The Bottrell Team has a system in place that is irreplaceable for both BUYING and Selling and we would continue to use them again in the future. Thanks to The Bottrell Team we understand the importance of owning an asset that appreciated since we bought it 14 months ago $32,0000 and helped us walk away with some money. We couldn't be happier with our guidance and help and we would refer this team to anyone we know to buy or sell! Customer Service is their top priority!!!!

Thank you so much, Jim Bottrell Team! read less

As a first time home buyer with a million questions, Jim Bottrell and his team of professionals ensured our questions were answered. From the online tutorial on purchasing a home with a VA loan, all... read moreAs a first time home buyer with a million questions, Jim Bottrell and his team of professionals ensured our questions were answered. From the online tutorial on purchasing a home with a VA loan, all the way through closing on the house that is prefect for our family and our budget; members of the Bottrell Team was there to ensure we were taken care of.
In short, Jim Bottrell and his team of professionals are ROCK STARS!! read less

We have been thinking about relocating to Texas to be closer to family and friends for some time now. After speaking to the Bottrell team, we were reassured that our dream was closer to reality... read moreWe have been thinking about relocating to Texas to be closer to family and friends for some time now. After speaking to the Bottrell team, we were reassured that our dream was closer to reality than we thought. Our agent informed us about the hot market and how to capitalize on it to get top dollar on our home. We were able to sell our house with multiple offers on the FIRST WEEKEND for $20,000 ABOVE asking price! We are so amazed by how fast and hassle-free selling was with the Bottrell team. Even during this pandemic the Bottrell Team was able to help us get the most out of our house and begin our move to Texas. We definitely recommend using the Bottrell Team to sell your home. read less

We were first time home buyers with a baby on the way and scared of buying during COVID.
We found the Jim Bottrell Team on Zillow and inquired on one of their listings.
We met with the... read moreWe were first time home buyers with a baby on the way and scared of buying during COVID.
We found the Jim Bottrell Team on Zillow and inquired on one of their listings.
We met with the agent at the property and were very impressed on how knowledgeable our agent was. This was our first home so naturally we didn’t know where to begin. They literally educated us on the whole process and even got us pre-approved right away! We looked at several homes until we found “the one” our agent, Elizabeth Witt, was so patient and made herself available every time we wanted to look at a home (which were all flying off the shelves like hot cakes)! When
we found our perfect home it was only the second day listed on the market and they already had several offers, our agent was able to put together the perfect offer and got it accepted the next day!!! Throughout our escrow we were never left in the dark even through a few unforeseen hiccups…everything went so smooth! We are so happy we decided to work with the Bottrell Team! Best decision we ever made. If you want an honest and hardworking agent that will go above and beyond we definitely recommend them! they are amazing!! Thank you read less

We started looking for a home for our family and as a first time home buyer were very skeptical of the process and nervous. We met with The Bottrell Team at their office in which... read moreWe started looking for a home for our family and as a first time home buyer were very skeptical of the process and nervous. We met with The Bottrell Team at their office in which they presented us with education to help guide us through the process. We quickly found a home we loved and they promised us that they would help us with anything we needed and protect us and that's exactly what they did. We got into escrow on a property we thought was a perfect fit and then realized it was truly not going to work at that moment and The Bottrell Team had our best interest first and foremost the entire time and got us out of that without a penny wasted. Then a month later we started looking again and the one thing we truly wanted was a POOL, which right now are hard to find and we kept missing out or getting outbid on homes.
The Bottrell Team scheduled showings, ran numbers for me to make sure I was comfortable with each house and payment as well as explained the process to me about making an offer. The agent we had on The Bottrell Team told us about a coming soon listing they had and we ended up getting it locked into escrow at a price that made the sellers happy but without it hitting the market or seeing it! Once the sellers had an offer that was fair to them enough to not hit the market and then we got to see our home and fell in love right from walking in! Since then we have had nothing but help, advice, knowledge and guidance and we just closed on this dream home with a beautiful yard and pool!
While we were skeptical at first of the process we couldn't be more excited for the way things worked out and moving into our new dream home! The Bottrell Team was there every step of the way to help guide me and keep things at a forward moving pace to make sure I could end up in my home I love! We are so thankful, and glad we met The Bottrell Team and a lifelong friend we found in them!!! - Jason and Rita read less

We met someone that worked as part of The
Bottrell Team at school doing behind the scenes stuff. She became and shared
knowledge with us about what they do and the process of educating us as first
time... read moreWe met someone that worked as part of The
Bottrell Team at school doing behind the scenes stuff. She became and shared
knowledge with us about what they do and the process of educating us as first
time home buyers. She introduced us to a Team Lead, who came over and showed us
a world of knowledge regarding renting versus owning and next steps to fit our
life and needs the most. We were utilizing the VA loan and not in any rush but
at the same time couldn't wait to own a home! The Bottrell Team coordinated
showings and got us looking right away as we were so excited. We had a wide
search however we narrowed down areas that were best for us and our future. We
fell in love with two houses in Santee and ended up making two offers as the
market was crazy and we kept getting out bid! The Bottrell Team was
knowledgeable about our situation and what was happening with appraisals and
that we didn't want to gap one so we couldn't compete with some of the buyers
out there. Funny enough for us, what's meant to be will come true! We lost both
houses and put a pause on our search as we were afraid the market was just too
much right now. A week and a half later one of the agents called our agent of
one of the offers we had submitted as their buyer fell out of escrow for family
emergency reasons. He called and gave us the option instead of going back to
market with the house to open escrow and they had already come down to appraised
value so we didn't have the uncertainty (which was less than our original offer
anyways). He was impressed and knew our agent and lender could get the job done
due to the professionalism of our offer and package! Now we are closing on
a perfect little detached home, with an incredible yard that will be perfect for
starting a family! We have been so happy with our experience all around that we
even referred one of my lifelong friends to use The Bottrell Team as well! The
knowledge and help all the way around have been beyond what we could
expect. read less

The Bottrell Team was able to get $35k over our asking price for my home! My wife and I were looking to move to a quieter neighborhood as we enter the next phase of... read moreThe Bottrell Team was able to get $35k over our asking price for my home! My wife and I were looking to move to a quieter neighborhood as we enter the next phase of our lives, nearing retirement. I stumbled across the Bottrell Team while looking at houses on Zillow. We were connected to someone immediately and scheduled an appointment to discuss the sale of our home. From the beginning, I was impressed with the team and their focus on getting top dollar for our home. They explained the market to me and let me decide what price to sell my home for and I am so glad they took the time to explain why they do what they do. The same agent also helped us find our replacement home and we didn't have to go a single dollar above asking price to get the home! We are so happy that we had a win/win situation selling and buying a new home in this market. After receiving so many offers on our home, we were nervous that we would have to do the same to get a great home, but we didn't! Not only did they sell my home the very first weekend, for much more than expected, but also helped me to get into our next home without any issues, in a market like this is impressive and exactly what I was hoping for the whole time. My wife and I are now excited to have our forever home and make it our own! If you are considering selling your home in this market, be sure you have a team that can get the job done, like the Bottrell Team! read less