Andrew, South Bend, IN, a buyer from South Bend, IN
Doug was professional and prompt to my concerns for each house we saw. He also guided me through the entire process. He offered his expert opinion both as a real estate agent but also as a former builder in the area.
Luke and Lauren White, Niles, MI, a seller from South Bend, IN
Doug's sense of the market, consideration for our goals, and absolute integrity made the sale of our property as easy and as efficient as could be. We can't imagine working with anyone else!
Ronald Smith, Chico california, a seller from South Bend, IN
Very helpful And honest
Eric & Princess Shindollar, South Bend, a seller from South Bend, IN
Doug Birkey is a seasoned professional. He was not only the right agent to work with on selling and buying our homes, but also an outstanding person. And a man I would my friend. Thank you again Doug,, and Vanessa and Everwise, and the whole Cressy & Everett team. We are grateful
Eric & Princess Shindollar, South Bend, a buyer from South Bend, IN
Doug Birkey is a seasoned professional. He was not only the right agent to work with on selling and buying our homes, but also an outstanding person. And a man I would my friend. Thank you again Doug,, and Vanessa and Everwise, and the whole Cressy & Everett team. We are grateful
Linda Ong, Tucson, AZ, a seller from South Bend, IN
Douglas Birkey is knowledgeable about the Niles ,MI area. He makes excellent suggestions how to make my property marketable. Keeps me posted on what's going on with the market , and professional. I will definitely refer him to my friends and relatives . Thank you Doug for an excellent job !
Susan Holt, Mishawaka, IN, a seller from South Bend, IN
Doug was insightful on the area home sale trends and it allowed us to price our home competitively within the current market to get a quick sale.
Alex Molesan, Buchanan, MI, a buyer from South Bend, IN
Our experience with Doug Birkey while purchasing a house in Buchanan, Michigan, was exceptional. Doug's unique background in house construction added immense value to our home-buying journey. His depth of knowledge and insights into the construction aspects provided us with a perspective that proved invaluable when considering various properties.
What truly stood out was Doug's remarkable communication. He was not only attentive but also transparent throughout the entire process. His quick responses to our questions and his proactive approach in obtaining quotes for essential house services showcased his dedication.
Moreover, Doug's professionalism and commitment made the entire experience stress-free. His guidance and recommendations were informed and precise, guiding us seamlessly through each step of the process. It was evident that he was genuinely invested in ensuring we found the perfect home.
Without reservation, we highly recommend Doug Birkey to anyone in search of a home.
ron and Shelley Barger, a seller from South Bend, IN
he did a great job!
Shane & Melissa, Edwardsburg , a seller from South Bend, IN
We have used Doug on multiple occasions now and he has always walked us through each process with his calm approach. Would highly recommend him.
We called Doug Birkey when we first saw a home on Zillow that he had listed. We were totally impressed with Doug's expertise, willingness to spend the time with our questions, and his quick responses. On our first call from out of state he explained the costs and benefits of geothermal heating and it was like answering a question I did not know to ask.
We did much communication long distance and Doug made the effort to accommodate that. For example he met our daughters for a "walk through" where we FaceTimed to see a home we were interested in.
We also found his winning personality and long time experience in home sales generating our genuine trust in him.
Doug was professional and great with follow through. For a few examples, he researched information on some of our property questions, and when he was not available to show us a home he arranged for another agent to meet with us, and he also helped facilitate a long distance closing.
We would not hesitate to recommend him to others needing an agent!
Outstanding!
Mary Bernth. Niles mi, a seller from South Bend, IN
My daughter and I trusted Doug.
He was so professional. And so trustworthy
It was handled extremely well
Very excellent service and everything was handled well
Buying a home can be a stressful process but I really enjoyed getting to know Doug and appreciated his experience in home building and real estate to make this a seemless process for me.
I was going on vacation (literally at the airport) when Doug notified me that another offer was submitted on the property I was interested in. He talked through my options and made sure I was submitting a competitive offer that was fortunately accepted! He even drove to my bank to pick up the earnest money the next day since I was out of town, and continued to exceed my expections through closing. Doug truly went above and beyond and I'm happy to recommend him as a Broker.
Richard Miller, Osceola, IN, a buyer from South Bend, IN
My wife and I have recently gone through the process of purchasing a new home and beginning a move after 29 years in our previous home. It would have been an overwhelming experience if it had not been for our experienced realtor with Cressy & Everett: Mr Douglas Birkey.
His friendly manner and careful instructions and explanations were assuring. We were trying to find a home to purchase while living in another state, which did add another level of complexity to the mix. But Doug was responsive and answered questions and made pertinent suggestions along the way.
We are thankful for his help and support. We feel we have successfully come through this process with a great home and a trustworthy new friend. We are glad to recommend Douglas Birkey to others looking for a realtor to help them.
Sara Zappia, Mishawaka, a buyer from South Bend, IN
Doug Birkey built my first home back in 1992. He made that experience not only pain-free but pleasant. He had great attention to detail and made sure that everything met or exceeded my expectations. I had complete confidence that I was getting the best home! Having that history with Doug and knowing what kind of person he is gave me the confidence that he would go above and beyond in helping me and my family find the perfect home. And he did not disappoint!
I gave Doug the highest marks in every category because when I sat down to think about what he could have done differently/better, I couldn't come up with anything. He is the ultimate professional with all the characteristics that make him so approachable and so pleasant to work with. Throughout the search and the process, Doug remained so positive and upbeat about helping us find that perfect forever home. We truly believed we would find it and we did, with Doug's patience and persistence!
Doug is the absolute best and I will definitely use him in the future. I have already told friends and family about Doug and recommended him if they are ever looking for a home or want to sell their home. They will not find a better agent who listens to your wants and needs and then helps you through the process!
Working with Doug Birkey relieved a substantial amount of stress during our house selling and buying process. Doug was an active listener of our wants, needs and concerns. He applied his years of experience as a builder and realtor to help us meet our housing goals. Doug was always professional, well mannered, applied emotional intelligence and was perpetually responsive. I would highly recommend partnering with Doug for real estate needs.
Doug Birkey is hands down the best agent I've ever worked with. He was constantly accessible. He quickly understood our needs and directed us accordingly. I have already recommended Doug to friends. He is trustworthy and dependable.
Susan Nelson, Granger, IN, a seller from South Bend, IN
We have used Doug Birkey for other purchases and sales of properties and we are always impressed with his attention to detail, kindness, fairness and understanding of the process. We have also recommended him to other friends and family.
It was an enjoyable experience without the stress normally that goes along with such an important purchase, especially coming here from out of state. My wife and I were confident in Doug's experience and ability to handle our purchase and close the deal quickly.Most of all he was kind, caring, genuine and trustworthy. We would definitely recommend Doug Birkey to anyone buying a home.
Aaron and Amy Wilkey, New Carlisle , a seller from New Carlisle, IN
Doug Birkey was excellent to work with. He was always patient, kind, understanding, and helpful. He guided us through every step of the sale of our home. Doug was willing to give us guidance through the whole process, and was always easily accessible whenever we had a question. We couldn't have asked for a better experience!
Courtney Hyska, Mishawaka, a seller from South Bend, IN
We bought a home from him in the past and had him sell one. He does a great job and goes way above and beyond for his clients. I would recommend him to anyone!
Deb Gosc, South Bend, IN, a seller from South Bend, IN
This is the second time we have used Doug's expertise. We value his vast knowledge of the market and his unflailing attention to detail in making sure we understood what was going on and keeping us up to date on any changes.
We will be glad to call on him in the future and would recommend him to our friends and family!
Ryan and Katie Hutson, Buchanan MI, a buyer from South Bend, IN
My wife and I were first-time home buyers looking for houses in Michigan. Our realtor was Douglas Birkey, and we couldn't have asked for a better man for the job.
We took selecting a realtor seriously. Doug was highly recommended to us by both Judy at 1st Source Bank and Shannon from First Federal Savings Bank. We investigated Doug's Cressy & Everett website and liked his background in building homes. We interviewed with Doug and liked him instantly.
During our initial phone interview, Doug gave us detailed information about how buying a home works. We were first time home buyers, so this knowledge put into simplified terms was important to us. He gave an overview of the process from making an offer to negotiations, acceptance, and what to expect from our mortgage lender.
During house tours, Doug always printed out the listings of the homes we were seeing that day. He usually contacted the seller's agent beforehand and gave us additional information, like how many offers there were, or special conditions or messages from the sellers. Doug had a wonderful attention to detail during any walk-thru, often times pointing out important deal breakers that we wouldn't have thought about.
When we put in offers, Doug was prompt at getting our offer to the seller's agent. Doug was an immense help in making us competitive without overpaying. He also helped us think of conditions that made us stand out besides just more money, such as extended rent-free stays if the seller was interested.
Doug is an incredibly kind and professional individual. He's knowledgeable and patient with any and all questions. If he wasn't sure about something we asked, he did the research and always got back to us that same day. Summer 2022 was a difficult time for buyers, especially first time buyers like us, but his knowledge and friendly demeanor made the experience enjoyable. He was an absolute pleasure to work with, and we can't recommend him highly enough to friends and family.
Doug Birkey, and Cressy & Everett as a whole, blew our expectations away. Doug helped us find our first dream home, and became a long-time friend of ours along the way. He was even kind enough to give us a housewarming gift: a watercolor of our new house! I will always recommend Doug to my friends and family as a realtor for Indiana or Michigan.
Shane Kohler - Granger, IN, a buyer from Granger, IN
After 10+ yrs of renting in Chicago, my wife and I purchased our first home in Granger, IN to get closer to friends and family. We had no idea where to start, and Doug was referred to us. From my experience in sales... there are "salespeople" - and there are people who are truly passionate about their craft and helping others. That's Doug. We immediately hit it off while talking through our needs, what to expect, market conditions etc., and decided to move forward with him as our agent. Our entire experience with him was seamless, easy and enjoyable. His tenure and knowledge in the industry puts him well above the rest, and he went out of his way throughout the entirety of our purchase to ensure we were not stressed / understood what was going on and made it his goal to help us find exactly what we were after. Fast forward, we're in our dreamhouse and could not be happier with the experience Doug provided and have already referred him to friends and family looking to both buy / sell. We highly recommend him if you're in the market, he will not disappoint and will certainly exceed your expectations!
Austin Pletcher, Granger, a buyer from South Bend, IN
Doug was phenomenal with the purchasing process. He knew comparable houses in the area, what they were selling for and suggested a price we go in at and we got our house for 5% less than asking price.
Doug's communication and insight were deeply appreciated during this process. If we ever had any questions, Doug was always a quick text/phone call away.
Doug has been such a pleasure to work with. This is the second time we've worked with him and couldn't imagine using another realtor. When we decided to move back into the area, there was no doubt who we would want to work with again. Doug's knowledge and experience of both building and buying houses is invaluable. He has such a great and personable demeanor and really makes you feel like he has your best interest in mind. I would recommend Doug to anyone looking to buy a home and truly do appreciate his guidance during this process.
Ken Nicholas, South Bend, a seller from South Bend, IN
Everything Doug did was completely satisfactory with no problems.
Jeff Leininger Mishawaka, a seller from South Bend, IN
Appreciate Dougs knowledge of market for building opportunities. He marketed to builders looking for new construction lots. Dougs follow up with prospective emails tire kickers was also much appreciated. Three more lots to go!
As a mortgage lender, I appreciate Doug's excellent communication skills and teamwork. Taking care of our clients is our #1 priority and Doug provides excellent service to all involved in the buying and selling of real estate! 2022
Hope Walker, South Bend, a seller from South Bend, IN
We are so glad that Doug Birkey was recommended to us! He was so helpful with both buying and selling our property. Doug was reliable, friendly, supportive, and kind the entire time we worked with him. His knowledge was a great help to us as we navigated a crazy mortgage market over a 6 month period of time while buying and then selling our home. I would definitely recommend Doug to anyone who may need realtor services. Thank you Doug!
Had a great previous experience working with Doug purchasing our first house. We did not hesitate to have the opportunity to work with him once again! The process for purchasing our second home was another pleasant experience with Doug. Every question we had was dealt with promptly. He always had a great attitude, was knowledgeable, and made sure we were always on the same page whenever an issue arose. I would highly recommend Doug to anyone looking to buy or sell a house!
Thank you Doug Birkey. Your professionalism, courtesy, patience and knowledge of homes, locations, history etc were second to none. Thank you for everything. Spencer and Bri.
Ron and Lisa Steinike Niles, Michigan, a buyer from South Bend, IN
Doug Birkey went above and beyond with the purchase of our new home and we cant wait to work with him on the selling of our current home.
He made time available when we were looking, even in the evenings or weekends.
We had a little set back on the purchase of our new home with the install of a new furnace, no fault of his and he was right there to make it right.
I have a huge amount of respect for him and would highly recommend him to anyone.
Doug is great! He responds quickly and explains everything so we understand how different aspects of the buying and selling process will work. Thanks Doug!!
David and Melanie Shields, Niles, MI, a buyer from South Bend, IN
We were so fortunate Doug was the agent available to take our referral. He was the perfect fit for us with his new construction knowledge. We were new to the area and his ability to connect us with a lender was much appreciated. The seller was a bit challenging, but Doug remained professional, did thorough follow-ups with all parties, and kept us well-informed of progress and delays. I felt confident knowing that Doug was our advocate and had the right experience and personality to guide us through the process. We have recommended Doug to many.
We have worked with Doug previously and his experience in home building and the area were so beneficial for my wife and I.
It went so fast, listed one day, sold the next!
Doug was so quick to get back to any of our questions. Really put us at ease that he was so readily available.
Deborah Piacsek, Silver Spring, MD, a seller from South Bend, IN
Doug was able to sell my condo in record time despite the fact that I and my son live way out of town (actually in opposite sides of the country, with South Bend being in the middle!) He made the process of completing paperwork easy and thorough. I am pleased with the outcome.
Thankyou, Doug, for relieving me of a big worry!
Relieved and happy with the process and outcome.
He made this long distance effort easy.
I was out of town during the entire sale process so I cannot answer all the items. However, I spoke with Doig several times on the phone when there were questions. He made the whole proccess easy and worry free for me, which was helpful since I had recently lost my husband. I was pleased with the result and speed of the entire process.
Doug did a nice job , he was easy to get a hold with, and helped with closing and showing of other houses, we would recommend Doug to any one who is looking to buy or sake a house
S. Molen -Elkhart, IN, a seller from South Bend, IN
We knew Doug from building and selling previous homes. He is knowledgeable and keeps you in the loop. If he doesnt know the answer, he finds out. He is wonderful and a true professional.
We could not have asked for a better broker! Especially since our home sold in less than 24 hours from the minute the home was officially listed For Sale!
I picked Doug Birkey for selling this property because I remembered him as a polite, nice guy when we went to high school together 40 years ago. At that point, even as a high school young man, he exuded a sense that things would be better with him entering the room. He was earnest and sincere. I'm pleased to let anyone know that my experience of him these many years later show that these traits are still with him.
Of particular value to me was that Doug hit the right mark with communication. He kept me in the loop without overwhelming me with any extra messages. I felt that he was respectful of my time, and was generous with his own.
I appreciate Doug's work throughout the sales process. I felt supported and guided with best decisions for my family. He understood my goals and needs and met them. It is hard to imagine improving anything about his work with me. Due to happenstance, I have been involved in six real estate sales in three years. This was my best experience of all of them. It was wonderful working with him!
I was satisfied with every aspect of the sale. When multiple interested parties came forward immediately, Doug was helpful to think through how to proceed. While this is a nice problem, I found it stressful to consider how to go forward with an eye on acting respectfully toward everyone involved. It was clear that Doug was experienced with these matters, and nicely balanced his role as advisor with helping me feel in charge of final decisions.
Doug is the best. My Father, who's house we sold, was in Real Estate all his life and Doug is a real professional.
Ashley Reed, Edwardsburg, Michigan, a buyer from South Bend, IN
My parents are familiar with Doug and recommended him to me when we decided to look at a house last minute. This is our third home purchase and there were aspects of each previous home purchase that I wasn't pleased with so I thought I could find a realtor that was a better fit. Doug is that fit!!
Doug is the best realtor we have used to purchase a home and we had a GREAT home buying experience. I am so incredibly impressed by his attention to detail, friendliness, patience, honesty, and ability to be tactful and act in our best interest.
Doug has been extremely helpful in our home purchase and gave us his insight and advice, but was not pushy at all and we truly felt that he wanted the best for us.
I also am pleased so far with the information he gave us as we look to sell our previous home, we have never had much guidance with pricing and he has been so helpful and professional in that regard. I look forward to continuing to work with him!
Doug Birkey was in new home construction for a long time and the knowledge came in handy when deciding where and when to buy.
Jenna davis, south bend , a buyer from South Bend, IN
Doug was amazing! We will definitely be recommending him to friends and family! He made the whole process of buying a home easy! Thank you Doug.
Tim winters river park , a buyer from South Bend, IN
Extremely nice man! Made the home buying process easy for me! Such a joy to work with! Made me feel like family!
If I had a question he respond promptly! Now that the process is over I will miss him
Thomas annis, Niles MI, a buyer from South Bend, IN
Douglas is professional he explained everything fully. He was polite and it was nice working with him
Cressy and everett was a great choice glad I went with them
He did a awesome job working with us and listened to what we were looking for
P. Schroeder - South Bend, a seller from South Bend, IN
I knew Mr. Birkey years ago as his children attended the same school as mine. Also, his daughter married the son of a close friend of mine, they also highly recommended him.
He was always available to answer my questions or concerns via email, phone or texting.
Mr. Birkey is professional and takes the time to explain all the steps of the listing, preparing your home for listing, showings, inspections, and gives a detailed breakdown of expenses for closing.
Mr. Birkey is professional and has a great understanding of your home and how it will do in today's market.
Leslie Miller, Osceola IN, a buyer from Osceola, IN
Doug was great to work with, he took the time needed to make sure everything worked out right and went above and beyond in my opinion. He explained the process in detail and our house sold in just a few days. I felt I could reach out to him if I had any questions with the process and he was always willing to help.
He was great to work with, I would not hesitate to contact him again if we were buying/selling in the future. I highly recommend him.
Ben Mikel, formerly Elkhart, a buyer from South Bend, IN
Doug was helpful through the purchase process.
Phyllis Scantland, South Bend, IN, a seller from Mishawaka, IN
Doug Birkey was professional and helpful. He was amenable to the price we wanted to start out with and he managed to get the showings as close together as he could, since we have dogs and we dont have any place to take them. He did a great job with the negotiations and he managed to work out the details with the buyers so that we were able to reach compromises that suited us all.
Jenifer Blouin Policelli, Granger, a buyer from Granger, IN
We knew Doug was the right broker for us because he has a wealth of knowledge and experience. Knowing that Doug has many years of experience in construction put him at the top of our list in our search for a broker. We felt secure trusting him with our home search. After we started working with Doug in earnest, it became clear that his attention to detail and ability to clearly communicate answers to complicated questions were some of his best qualities. Doug was always professional, always accessible, and always enthusiastic about getting us into our home. We heartily recommend Doug Birkey to anyone looking to buy or sell a home.
Being first time home buyers, Doug made is so easy for us! He explained everything and made sure we understood before doing anything. He answered all our questions we had and always got back to us right away! He made our process so easy! We cant thank him enough for helping us find our home.
Alexis Hiner, South Bend , a seller from South Bend, IN
Douglas Birkey was a great choice as an agent. He was organized, honest, and efficient. All communication happened quickly and decisions were made with open discussion and well-rounded information. He navigated our life issues that affected the sale with poise. I would recommend Doug Birkey to any future home buyer or seller!
Doug was great to work with and much appreciated the way he listened to our needs and recommended various options. I also found Doug Birkey's knowledge of the market and experience as a former home builder and of the home building industry to be helpful as we considered multiple listings. Doug Birkey's knowledge helped us pick the right house!
Tim Richards South Bend, IN, a buyer from South Bend, IN
Doug Birkey is a consummate professional. He was back with answers to our questions and helped guide us through the process. He was always available which was wonderful considering my wife's schedule varies week to week. Cressy & Everett has a wonderful and extremely knowledgeable sales person.
Rich Estes, Mishawaka , a buyer from South Bend, IN
Doug lived up perfectly to our expectations. He was recommended to us by a friend as someone who would always have our best interests at heart. This was our first time buying a home and Doug made it a smooth process. No interaction was ever pushy, and he offered advice when it was needed. Overall a great experience.
Sue Miller, South Bend, IN, a buyer from Mishawaka, IN
Doug was recommended to me by a friend.
Doug was professional and walked me through the process at every turn. He explained things to me in a consistent way so there were few surprises during this journey. I never felt pressured or rushed to make decisions, and his patience was appreciated.
I would definitely recommend Doug to family and friends.
Doug seemed to really care about finding me a home that I would find comfortable, and I feel as if I made a friend throughout this process. He put me at ease, listened to my concerns, and genuinely seemed satisfied when the decision was made to purchase a new home. It appears to me that he enjoys his profession, and it is easy to work with someone who likes what they do.
I am grateful to him for his guidance during this somewhat stressful decision to leave a home that I loved.
Zack Doyle, Dowagiac , a buyer from South Bend, IN
Doug was helpful and knowledgeable when helping us find our 1st home! Doug thank you for helping dreams come true !
Charles Lightner, South Bend, IN, a seller from South Bend, IN
Doug Birkey built our home 30 years ago and we were impressed with his attention to detail and his honesty and integrity. It still holds true after 30 years. He held our hand all the way some difficult negotations and we are satisfied with him. Would not use anyone else.
Charles Lightner, South Bend, IN, a buyer from South Bend, IN
I would highly recommend Doug for any Rea lEstate transaction above anyone else I have ever delt with.
Jonathan Yakym Granger, IN, a buyer from South Bend, IN
I am a particular person and Doug took the time to listen and work with me in finding my home. It was a pleasure to work with him. I would highly recommend Doug to anyone looking to buy or sell. Thanks again Doug. It was a privilege to work with you.
John And Michele Kovatch , a seller from Granger, IN
Doug Birkey was a blessing for us in selling our home. It took 11 months and throughout the months Doug never did anything to discourage us. His kind soft spoken and Christian presence was a perfect fit for us
He consistently reminded us the the right buyer was coming. He used many advertising methods and frequently changed those methods to appeal to different buyers
We throughly enjoyed working with Doug and will recommend him to family and friends
Seller agent for our house was not licensed in Indiana and recommend Doug. Very knowledgeable and flexible. Able to answer any questions we had and got back to us timely
Kendra Morris, Granger , a buyer from South Bend, IN
Doug was amazing during our house buying and selling process. He was knowledgeable and answered any questions we had quickly no matter the time of day. I would highly recommend Doug to anyone.
Doug was one of the best agents I ever worked with.
Kisha Davis, south bend, a buyer from South Bend, IN
Douglas has a GREAT Heart . I'm Super happy he is with me on journey .He is an AWESOME person
Wendy & Malcolm Springer Deforest, a seller from Mishawaka, IN
What can I truly say that would show how much Wendy and I appreciate working with Doug.
Being so far away and knowing we had such a stand up person handling the sale of my mom's house was comforting.
If and when we called Doug he always answer the phone and took all the time we needed I never felt like we were bothering him.
Not to mention the advice he provided us was so critical in getting the best deal for the house in the St Joe market.
I truly believe every dime we payed for Doug service he provided us was worth it.
Cressy & Everett is lucky to have such an honest and talented employee.
Thank you so much Wendy & Malcolm.
Dougs knowledge of the market and understanding of home construction was helpful. He was able to answer all of our questions and was accommodating during the house hunting process.
Lauren Belardinella, South Bend, a buyer from South Bend, IN
Doug was great to work with and will definitely recommend him.
Michael Ratkay, Niles Michigan, a seller from South Bend, IN
Doug was professional and patient in the sale of our property.
Mark Williams Elkhart, a buyer from South Bend, IN
Doug was knowledgeable in many areas of location and property he had a lot of good advice on things i never thought about helped me find what i was actually looking for 2018
Jean Kokoska Rockville, a buyer from South Bend, IN
Doug was always available to answer questions in a polite way even at 10 pm.
That's top notch for us. 2018
Jason Linge: Niles MI, a buyer from South Bend, IN
Doug Birkey was patient and understanding with my wife and I. I know the amount of houses we saw was in the double digits and Doug was helpful each time. I would recommend Doug Birkey to anyone at any stage in their house hunting season. 2018
Douglas Birkey made the selling process much easier for us. We were moving out of state after being in our home for 35 years. Doug gave a thorough presentation of how the selling process worked. He took care of everything locally because we had already moved out of state. We had every confidence that our house was in good hands and that turned out to be true. The house sold quickly and within the price range we wanted. We would highly recommend Douglas Birkey as an agent!!! 2018
John Kubinski . South Bend, IN, a seller from South Bend, IN
Doug provided regular, prompt information and was an excellent resource for evaluating properties as well as information about the process. He provided expert knowledge and is extremely personable - he was an excellent match for our style and interest in both selling and buying a home. 2018
Doug was wonderful to work with and communicated with me steadily during the process. His knowledge and approach worked to generate the sale and I am thankful he was recommended to me.
Doug was excellent at walking me through the process. 2018
Andrew Popielski South Bend Indiana, a buyer from South Bend, IN
I was referred to Doug Birkey by a neighbor that had previously worked with him and was highly satisfied. I chose to stick with Doug after talking to him because he is a straight shooter. Doug listens and then applies the needs you have communicated to the research he provides.
Dougs attention to detail and understanding attitude were extremely helpful throughout the process. He understood why we walked away from the properties we didnt like while not making us feel hurried or forced to settle on a property (he spent time focused on us and only us for the time we spent with him). He was always available, and extremely knowledgeable during all inspections. Doug was also extremely responsible, and professional with the handling of money ,and complete with his explanations and coverage regarding any type of agreement. His negotiating skills and recommendations were also help during the process and he served as a great "middle ground" between myself and the seller allowing us to reach common ground without pushing to hard on either side.
Doug took the time to help us investigate what we wanted in a first home and allowed us to do our own research to find places we thought we may be interested in and then helped us to build a portfolio of knowledge which eventually led to sealing the deal on our first home. His experience and, ability to assist with personal inspections (when we walked through) was something I value. When you have a realtor that not only knows how to buy/sell/negotiate, but also has knowledge about home building,maintenance,etc this is a HUGE benefit to a buyer or seller.This knowledge avoids pitfalls/costs associated with inspections if blatant issues exist and go unseen by the potential buyer/seller.
Overall his patience,professionalism, and clear/timely communications stood out throughout the transaction. I would without hesitation recommend him to a friend or family member.
Mr. Birkey was a local builder for many years, that knowledge makes him an extremely knowledgeable agent for selling home. His invaluable understanding of a homes construction, puts him in an elite class of agents.
Mr. Birkey was the best agent we have ever worked with. 2018
Mark Neeser, Bridgman, MI, a buyer from South Bend, IN
As first time home buyers, we wanted to ensure we had a knowledgable, helpful, and experienced agent. Some complications with my VA loan caused some delays, but Doug was extremely helpful throughout the process. He was patient, professional, provided timely responses to our many questions, and gave us a general peace of mind. We would highly recommend Doug to anyone! 2018
As first time home buyers, Doug was wonderful asset to have on our side. His previous experience as a local home builder really gave insight into each house we viewed and what to look out for. He also explained the process clearly and made everything easy to understand. 2018
Austin Pletcher, Granger, a buyer from Granger, IN
Being first time home buyers, this process was a little overwhelming at times, but Doug was such an asset in this process that really put our minds at ease.
My wife and I are so happy with the home that we got and really dont think it would have been possible without Dougs guidance, knowledge of the area, and experience. We would recommend Doug to anyone looking to buy or sell a home. 2018
Alberto flores, Niles michigan, a buyer from South Bend, IN
Doug is knowledgeable about the house picking process, he knows his it's and out's around the house. He gets back to you as soon as he is available. He is also polite and professional, I would refer him to anyone. 2018
Doug Birkey is knowledgeable. He will help you with all aspects of the sale or purchase. He is professional. I would strongly recommend his professional skills when selling or purchasing a home. 2018
Michael & Anita Studer, a seller from South Bend, IN
Did a good job he knows the local community he knows the Alwine Districts knows where to price things and hes knowledgeable about building 2018
Aaron fox. South bend , a buyer from South Bend, IN
Doug is an exceptional agent and I would consider him a friend. I am so happy that we choose him. From the start he was professional but also relatable and friendly which was nice because I am so new to the home buying process. 2018
Travis Palm Beach Gardens, FL, a seller from South Bend, IN
Doug was always available to answer calls, texts, and emails whenever I reached out to him. He provided me with exceptional knowledge of what I could do to make the home show better. He was always available to let contractors into the home since I am an out of state seller. I would highly recommend Doug to anyone listing there home. 2018
Doug is the best real estate agent I've ever worked with. Patient, knowledgeable and honest. Five star experience, I recommend highly. 2017
Emma Zerfas, South Bend, a buyer from South Bend, IN
We are so glad that we chose Cressy & Everett and to work with Doug Birkey. He is a man of integrity with a great background in the housing industry. He brought so much knowledge to the table as well as diplomacy when it came to the purchase of our home. 2017
Doug was helpful and courteous, with a good knowledge of the sales/purchase procedures 2017
Sharon, South Bend IN, a buyer from South Bend, IN
Doug was great to work with! We had a sensitive family situation going on at the time of selling and buying our new house. He was great to answer questions that seemed silly but was honest and helpful. Quick to respond and honest to deal with. 2017
Broc Bramlett South Bend Indiana, a buyer from South Bend, IN
Doug was great every step of the way, being first time home buyers my wife and I had no idea what we were getting into. We were able to get into the houses we wanted to see quick and in hurry thanks to Dougs efficiency. He also had a lot of local knowledge and was helpful in the decision process. At no point did we feel rushed. Overall great working with Doug! 2017
Barb Wilson Mishawaka, a buyer from South Bend, IN
I was concerned about buying a home that might need too many major repairs and Doug was highly recommended. He has experience, and has been in the building industry. Doug knows everything about the homes listed and points out pros and cons that I am not sure anyone else would even notice. Truthfully, I chose Cressy and Everett because of Doug. 2017
Shirley Culp, Mishawaka, a seller from South Bend, IN
Knew of Doug Birkey prior to needing his assistance in selling the property. Knew he was knowledgeable in his field. A honest and trustworthy person. Had complete trust in him.
2017
Dylan Konwinski, Mishawaka, a buyer from South Bend, IN
Douglas Birkey went above and beyond for my family to help us buy the right home. He was quick to view a house and didn't hesistate to see one either, even though we had seen so many and didn't like them. He also has endless knowledge for houses and showed us what was good and bad which really helped us know it was the right house. I would recommend Douglas Birkey to everyone who is looking for a home because he is the man who is going to get the job done right. I was pleased and cannot thank him enough for what he did for us. We really appreciate it!! 2017