Mike Skillman
Realtor (Lic #RS223911L)
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"Working with Mike Skillman as our realtor was an awesome experience. I knew that if we decided to go with a realtor as opposed to trying to list the house ourselves Mike Skillman was certainly the very 1st person that came to my mind. Mike is an incredible person, full of integrity, courtesy, amazing kindness, a no pressure personality, a generous and giving spirit, real estate knowlege and experience, a man of his word and the list could go on and on. We were so Very Blessed and Honored to have Mike Skillman as our Top notch realtor and value his freindship immensely. I would not think twice about contacting Mike for any Home sales needs whether buying or selling for I can assure you that you will not be disappointed. Thank you so very much Mike!"
James McCardell, Leola (Seller) Sun, 20 Dec 2020 10:59:58 +1000
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"Mike helped us with the purchase of our first home. Once we knew we were ready to move again, we didn't hesitate to contact Mike to help us find our forever home. Mike has never steered us wrong, and we knew we could trust his expertise with our next adventure.
We will follow Mike wherever he goes. The company that he works for was not a consideration for us at all--we trust Mike and knew we wanted his help with our sale and finding our new home.
Mike kept us up to date every step of the way.
Mike responds quickly to any questions or concerns and works to get us the answers that we need. Mike's experience is evident with his advice and guidance through the selling and buying process."
Stephanie Carzola, Lititz (Seller) Wed, 02 Dec 2020 12:00:51 +1000
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"Mike Skillman was recommended as a trustworthy choice by my father. He's clearly speaking from years of experience and wants to see you in the right home. I've appreciated hearing him give me a straight answer on what his takes, both good and bad, are for each home we considered. He was very patient with us through all our life changes throughout the year that we finally settled in our new home."
Daniel Myers (Buyer) Sat, 31 Oct 2020 02:14:15 +1000
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"Mike wasn't interested in getting us in a house as quickly as possible so he could collect his commission and move on. Mike was interested in getting us into the right home. It took us several months to find a house that worked for us, and Mike was patient throughout that process. His understanding of home features made every showing feel like both a showing and an inspection, which helped ensure that we knew what we were getting into.
Mike also nailed the expected sales price of our current home. His advice was excellent and because of his work we sold our house very quickly, and above asking price.
Thanks for everything Mike!"
Nick Klein, Lancaster County (Buyer) Thu, 27 Aug 2020 22:08:05 +1000
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"Mike did well in every way. A seasoned professional."
Ssallie McMinn Lancaster Pa (Seller) Sat, 08 Aug 2020 10:44:12 +1000
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"Mike did an excellent job. There were absolutely no “hitches”. I was kept very well informed and my home sold in 2 days."
Jane Hartin (Seller) Fri, 15 May 2020 02:58:01 +1000
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"Mike was extremely helpful when purchasing our first home. He was very professional and kind, held by high standards, we were treated like we were his most important clients."
Sonia E., Lancaster Pa (Buyer) Thu, 05 Mar 2020 03:23:09 +1000
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"Mike was very attentive to our needs. He was available at any time if we had questions. He informed us of every development in the process. He incorporated resources for us that we absolutely felt sold the house, such as staging, outside landscaping, comps in the neighborhood, and a timeline for the whole process. He was so organized. I would recommend him again and again. We sold within two days of the home being listed. On a scale of 1 to 10, he was a 15!
Mike was terrific in each of these aspects of our sale. He took care of us such that we felt we were his only client. What personalized service.
Organization, communication and a plan to sell is what we experienced with Mike. Great job!"
John W. Lancaster (Seller) Tue, 07 Jan 2020 12:00:01 +1000
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"Mike has been a blessing to our family over and over again! He has been incredibly patient with us over the years through some unique situations with the selling of our home. You will not find someone more understanding of how life sometimes throws curve balls! Mike has a great way of providing excellent advice and thoughts on your situation, while still encouraging you to make the best decision for you and your family. I believe Mike sets a gold standard for his profession through his care for his clients and his knowledge and wisdom of the local markets! He is our realtor for as long as he’ll have us!"
Eddie and Sabrina Dowlin, Ephrata (Seller) Wed, 01 Jan 2020 00:57:14 +1000
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"Friends from church recommended Mike Skillman and their recommendation was enough for us to choose him.
Mike was a pleasure to work with. He provided the answers we needed in a timely manner. He helped us understand what to expect in today's market, both with selling and buying a home. He gave honest opinions on homes, whether positive or negative, which really helped us in our decision making process.
If I had to do it again, I would absolutely use Mike again. And I have no reservations with recommending him to anyone who is looking to purchase a home."
Joshua Martin, Ephrata (Buyer) Tue, 31 Dec 2019 12:32:24 +1000
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"Mike Skillman is a very honest and knowledgeable realtor. He talked us through all the details of selling our house and answered all our questions in a timely manner. Mike listened to our needs for price and all aspects of meeting our deadline for selling our house. Mike Skillman is also very brave when it comes to dealing with all the crazy dogs we have in our family:) Thank you Mike for helping us move, you did a great job!"
Laura Meisl, Lititz PA (Seller) Wed, 11 Dec 2019 07:16:58 +1000
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"Our family specifically chose Mike Skillman. We knew that Mike was a good real estate agent, but he went above and beyond to work with us. My brother and I were dealing with ill, elderly parents that suddenly could no longer stay in their beloved home. We needed someone who had compassion, patience and flexibility. Every home sale and house is different. This home had its share of challenges! Mike did a wonderful job of handling everything and everyone!"
Kristen Salembier Lancaster Pa. (Seller) Wed, 11 Dec 2019 03:38:40 +1000
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"Mike is great at what he does. He went above and beyond helping me sell my house in Manheim to move to Vermont. Now moving back to the area he's been very helpful with finding my next house."
John Hartel (Buyer) Sat, 30 Nov 2019 01:37:01 +1000
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"I was most grateful for Mike's honesty through this purchase process. Mike provided candid and honest insight on potential properties that kept us from making a poor choice. As a first time purchaser, I was unsure what to look for and was easily overwhelmed, but Mike provided thoughtful and sound assessments that clearly came from experience and knowledge. It would have been easy for a broker to stand aside and allow a buyer to take the first thing that came along. But thankfully Mike helped steer us in the right direction, even though it took a little more time and effort."
Audrey, Lancaster (Buyer) Thu, 28 Nov 2019 07:17:04 +1000
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"A friend had recommended Mike which is why I contacted him. I was impressed with his local knowledge and attention to detail; he had picked up that the assessed value was over-appraised due to a mistake in a decimal point placement. He was easy to work with, knowledgeable, punctual, reliable and personable."
Jared G, Lancaster (Seller) Sun, 13 Oct 2019 09:26:42 +1000
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"Mike was very helpful through the whole process since we had not purchased a house for 43 years He guided us in where to look and the price range that was best for us.
This all went very smoothly. Mike helped us not get discouraged when we did not get the houses we bid on. He helped us make the best bid and with the right stipulations when our bid was finally accepted for the house we did purchase.
Mike did a great job in helping us sell our own house in a very timely fashion. The suggestions he made were very helpful."
Rebecca Irvine. Lancaster (Buyer) Thu, 10 Oct 2019 10:05:56 +1000
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"Mike was conscious of my needs for expeditious sale, presented multiple options, executed communications with subcontractors / vendors and handled many aspects that I could not.
Couldn't ask for anything more. In a very trying time, Mike stepped up and handled the bulk of the property issues which allowed me to focus on other obligations."
Eric Lynch, Gap PA (Seller) Wed, 02 Oct 2019 00:06:13 +1000
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"Mike Skillman absolutely exceeded all of my expectations as a realtor! He is exceptionally responsive and absolutely professional in all written and verbal communications.
In no uncertain terms, he is the finest realtor I have encountered after many years of buying and selling properties. I would recommend him without reservation to anyone looking to buy or sell a home in central Pennsylvania."
Robert G., Elizabethtown, PA (Seller) Tue, 06 Aug 2019 12:14:39 +1000
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"Mike came highly recommended by several friends. After an initial meeting, we were pleased with his patience and understanding of our situation. We felt comfortable with him from day one. He was attentive throughout the entire process and relieved some of our fears when the process took longer than hoped for."
The Sheahans, Ephrata (Buyer) Wed, 24 Apr 2019 01:08:15 +1000
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"Mike is very knowledgeable about the whole buying and selling process. He keeps us informed along the way with all details and things to always consider. He's very personable and super easy to work with in what could otherwise be a daunting process. We've used him for a previous home sale, new home search and then 6 years later recommended him to our daughter who was searching for a home... again another great experience. And now again we're using him for this second property search and purchase."
The Murphys (Buyer) Tue, 23 Apr 2019 06:54:36 +1000
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"I would highly recommend Mike Skillman as a realtor.
Mike had helped my mother with her last two properties. He was helpful, patient, and very aware of her needs.
Mike strikes a great balance between professionalism and a down to earth and easy to communicate with personality.
In addition to meeting needs in the home search, offer, and settlement process, Mike has a great network of top notch contractors and inspectors that clearly respect him and enjoy working with him."
Steph Wise, Lancaster (Buyer) Wed, 20 Mar 2019 01:00:52 +1000
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"My wife and I had received high praise of Mike Skillman from family members, and found him to exceed expectations in every way. As brother's and sister in the Lord Jesus Christ, we greatly appreciated Mike praying with us regarding our intent to purchase a new home. We will be working with Mike again in the very near future to sell another property."
John Becker V, New Holland (Buyer) Mon, 04 Mar 2019 09:56:14 +1000
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"I personally know Mike. That made all the difference! I would not want anyone else helping me during this process.
Mike had a creative idea in marketing and selling the home after initial contracted buyer was not able to close due to a sudden job loss. This idea resulted in multiple offers and a selling price in excess of the original listing price."
Bob - Reinholds, PA (Seller) Sat, 09 Feb 2019 07:27:58 +1000
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"Mike Skillman has helped me both buy and sell my home and I couldn’t ask for a better agent! He is extremely knowledgeable, shares different negotiating scenarios and provides options, and puts his client first. What stands out to me the most is how helpful he his and his willingness to go out of his way to make sure I understood the process every step of the way. He is professional, easy to work with, and communicates well. There was never a text, call, email that wasn’t answered in a timely manner. I always felt like he really cared about helping me find the right house, not just trying to make a sale. I would highly recommend Mike Skillman to anyone looking to buy or sell a home as he’s helped me do both more than once!"
Erica Kopp, Lititz (Buyer) Fri, 01 Feb 2019 11:43:04 +1000
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"Our experience with Mike Skillman was second to none. Mike was so patient with us (as buyer's agent) while we took our time (3 years) to find just the right house for our family. He knew exactly what we wanted and we always felt that he put our best intentions first. Mike definitely wins the gold medal for patience. Mike's experience as a seller's agent also helped to prepare our existing home to go on the market and navigate all the steps through closing. Mike sold our home in just over a week and made the entire process as simple as it can be.
Our family highly recommends Mike Skillman to anyone looking to either buy or sell a home in Lancaster county and beyond."
Ken & Melanie Walsh, Denver Pa (Buyer) Fri, 21 Dec 2018 09:22:31 +1000
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"Mike Skillman is one of the most polite and compassionate people we have ever dealt with in a professional manner. He puts his clients first whenever he can, and is honest and professional. We have worked with Mike in the past, and he has always made the process of buying and selling our homes as smooth as possible. We could not attend closing this time, so Mike made special accommodations for us to complete the required paperwork and attended settlement on our behalf. He is always punctual and professional. We put a lot of trust in Mike's guidance and knowledge of the real estate market for our last three homes and have never been disappointed."
Vince and Amy Peffer, Columbia, PA (Seller) Fri, 14 Dec 2018 13:22:26 +1000
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"Before we started house searching, Mike sat us down and asked what we wanted in a house. As we were looking through homes, Mike always let us comment on what we liked in it and then brought up any concerns he had about it that we didn't think of which was super helpful as we were first time buyers. He actually saved us from buying a house that we had initially liked and were considering putting an offer in on by just talking about some of what we had initially talked about what we wanted and how that house may not meet some of those points. We are so glad he did because now instead of settling for a nice house, we have a house we really love! Mike never pushed us or showed any frustration in going with us to open houses that didn't work out. Also, super appreciate his persistence and understanding in getting our house settled! He also took less of a commission than he could have to get us the price we wanted. We would definitely use him again if we have any other needs!"
Alicia Jensen, PA (Buyer) Wed, 12 Dec 2018 05:56:37 +1000
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"Working with Mike Skillman made my first time home buying experience very enjoyable. He truly ticked off all the boxes of what someone should look for in a real estate agent. He was so helpful and patient when answering all my questions and leading me through the home buying process. I would recommend him to anyone looking for a real estate agent."
Lauren Leipziger, Mount Joy, PA (Buyer) Tue, 02 Oct 2018 09:23:31 +1000
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"My experience selling my home in the Lancaster, PA area with Mike Skillman was excellent. I used Mike as my purchasing realtor in 2016 and now as my selling realtor in 2018. I couldn't ask for a better realtor on either end of the transaction. Mike is extremely knowledgeable of the local market and does a very thorough search for comparable homes to be sure your home is priced within market levels. Communication through the entire process couldn't have been better. Mike consults his clients on all decisions and does an excellent job of explaining all of your options as well as the possible out come of those decisions. If you are buying or selling in the Lancaster, PA area I strongly recommend Mike Skillman."
Jarret Stone, Paradise, PA (Seller) Thu, 27 Sep 2018 05:59:48 +1000
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"From the minute we met Mike Skillman we knew he was the guy we needed! Mike was at an open house that we attended back in March of 2018 . We had been working with someone else and were not particularly happy with their service. Mike was not pushy or forward. He was alway friendly, efficient, knowledgeable, and professional and remained that way even when we knew we were driving him crazy! He knew what we were looking for and was great at recommending homes to tour and homes to avoid. Mike is a great guy and someone we would recommend to anyone who is looking for a new home. We would use him again without thinking twice."
Cathy Ryan & Paul Mauro Ephrata (Buyer) Thu, 16 Aug 2018 18:23:02 +1000
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"Mike Skillman was a pleasure to work with. He came to our first meeting fully prepared to discuss our property and proposed marketing plans. Mike always kept us updated and responded quickly to any of our questions and concerns. Of course the most important thing is results. We had two full price offers the first week on the market and settled the deal on time. For these reasons we would heartily recommend Mike Skil!man to anyone needing realtor sevices."
Bill and Dianne, Landisville (Seller) Fri, 03 Aug 2018 05:52:06 +1000
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"Mike was referred to us by a friend. We had not great experiences with realtors in the past. Mike was knowledgeable, professional, prompt with communication, and seemed to genuinely care about our sale and being as realistic about what to expect as possible. I would highly recommend Mike to anyone seeking the guidance and expertise of a real estate agent.
I don't know anything about remax, but if Mike Skillman is a reflection of the company in any measure I think highly of the company as well.
An "excellent" rating is not substantial enough to describe my delight over our experience with Mike. He is a tremendous asset to anyone trying to sell a property!"
Brandon Stike, Ronks PA (Seller) Wed, 25 Jul 2018 10:13:58 +1000
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"Very professional.made the sale very smooth"
Marilyn faunce (Seller) Mon, 23 Jul 2018 05:05:25 +1000
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"Mike Skillman was always available to hear and address concerns. He also took time to come by for a walk through months prior to us putting the home on the market to give me an idea of some projects I may want to complete prior to listing. Although I'm a procrastinator and waited until the last minute to complete the projects, it was still helpful to have advanced knowledge of things and I appreciated his willingness to go the extra mile.
At one point Mike had called me around 8:00pm in the evening and the first thing I asked him was, "do you ever get time off?" The call at that hour was not a problem at all, but it goes to show that he's always accessible and willing to get his client the most update information regarding negotiations. This particular call was to let us know we had an agreement with a buyer. He seemed as excited as we were. You can tell he is invested in doing right by his clients.
Mike Skillman made sure that we were always in the know of what was happening and what to expect which made it a comfortable experience amidst the stress of selling a home."
Matt Weaver, Lancaster (Seller) Wed, 11 Jul 2018 06:16:57 +1000
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"effective, personal but professional."
Bob McGinnis, Narvon, Pa. (Seller) Fri, 06 Jul 2018 20:58:10 +1000
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"Mike Skillman understands the needs of both buyer and seller and works to come to a price and term that can satisfy all parties."
Phil Blanck (Seller) Thu, 05 Jul 2018 22:12:31 +1000
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"I would highly recommend Mike Skillman as a real estate agent for the purchase of one's home. He was knowledgeable, resourceful, persistent, discreet in communication, and positive in the process of finding a home. Mike's humor and calm personality made it a pleasure to work with him. His ability to be analytical in his evaluation of matching a house to our needs did not blind Mike to the fact that he was dealing with persons, sometimes unsure, sometimes confused, and sometimes simply tired. He handled problems with aplomb and communicated well and clearly with the representative of the sellers. Mike made the difficult process of finding a home in a new area a rewarding process in itself -- Mike is a true professional and a true person."
Timothy S. Roach, Elizabethtown (Buyer) Fri, 29 Jun 2018 13:03:30 +1000
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"Our experience as first time home buyers was excellent thanks to Mike. Everything went so smoothly. Mike was never pushy and allowed us to take our time when we would do a walk through and would do his best to give us as much info as he had available, or provide knowledge from past experiences. Mike gave us his time on evenings and weekends when needed to fit our schedules. Mike's Christian characteristics were something that we appreciated. I will use Mike again if/when the time comes to sell our house and purchase another one. Thanks for making our first time home buying so easy!"
Kyle Hertzler, Leola PA (Buyer) Wed, 13 Jun 2018 04:35:01 +1000
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"Learned Mike was the BEST
It sold in 5 days due to the marketing strategy Mike established
Mike was constantly in touch with us every step of the way
It was a pleasure working with Mike"
Julian S Boryszewski. Hershey (Seller) Wed, 23 May 2018 11:21:25 +1000
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"Mike's experience was invaluable and his advice was spot on. His executed plan worked beautifully and introduced multiple qualified buyers to our property, resulting in a prompt sale at a good price."
Amy A, Ephrata, PA (Seller) Wed, 18 Apr 2018 12:30:51 +1000
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"If you are thinking of buying or selling, I highly recommend Mike Skillman for the task. Mike is a true professional in Real Estate with his experience, advice and guidance in the market. You will not be disappointed with Mike!"
the Bowman's (Seller) Mon, 12 Mar 2018 12:30:24 +1000
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"Mike Skillman went above and beyond to help my wife and I throughout the entire home buying process. He was courteous and professional in every interaction we had with him. Mike knew the region and the communities in the region better than anyone I know. He answered all of our questions quickly and accurately. He was accessible no matter what time of day it was. Mike met all of our needs and more. I would recommend working with Mike to anyone and everyone! Thank you Mike!"
Cody Smith, Lancaster (Buyer) Thu, 08 Mar 2018 01:36:30 +1000
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"Mike was absolutely awesome. Not only is super nice and easy to talk with, but he is great at his job. He made negotiating easy as could be and took a lot of the stress of my wife and I with making everything work. Would highly recommend him to anyone. I will be telling all my friends about him when they are looking to buy a house."
Alex sorce : Pequea (Buyer) Mon, 19 Feb 2018 04:56:20 +1000
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"Mike Skillman made this house buying process very easy. He was thorough with every single document. He made it simple to understand his role, my role, and the process. I never felt like I couldn't ask him a question or ask for recommendations. I highly recommend working with Mike."
Casey Y., Lititz (Buyer) Fri, 05 Jan 2018 09:52:09 +1000
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"Mike Skillman has assisted me in selling several properties and in buying another. He has a very good knowledge of the current markets and has been able to give good suggestions for marketing and purchasing properties. He is positive yet realistic in his approach. He is friendly and easy to work with. Mike has made himself available and been prompt to answer questions and was great at following up with potential buyers. I sold my last property in a much shorter time than I expected, and was very pleased with the outcome of the sale.
The property I sold was an investment property, and I was not living in the area. With Mike's help I was able to sell the property smoothly, from start to finish, without needing to be present.
I would highly recommend Mike Skillman as a very competent agent. Mike really is great to work with!"
Jason Nissley, Canada (Seller) Sun, 31 Dec 2017 06:05:22 +1000
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"My husband and I are first time home buyers so we had no clue what we were doing. Mike was extremely helpful and understanding with our probably obvious questions. He was always quick to respond to emails or text messages which is a big plus for me. He was never late to our meetings. He always made us feel like we could go to him with any questions or concerns we had. The agent that was selling the house we bought was very unorganized and clueless it seemed and we were very thankful to have Mike on our side to help us through this. My parents recommended him to us and we would absolutely recommend him to other people we know."
Courtney Miller, Myerstown (Buyer) Wed, 13 Dec 2017 08:01:38 +1000
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"Mike is an outstanding realtor. Patient, knowledgeable and professional. We have recommended him to several other families and they too have been happy to have him help find a home."
Christine. Millersville (Buyer) Sat, 02 Dec 2017 06:55:02 +1000
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"Mike was highly recommended to us by multiple family members.
Mike's in-depth knowledge of the sales process eased us though the sale of our home.
Our experience was 100% positive with both Mike and RE/MAX."
Corey and Ashley Lancaster, Pa (Seller) Thu, 19 Oct 2017 11:45:02 +1000
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"Mike Skillman was continually communicating progress with the house sale as well as sending reminders of requirements for the sale of the property to stay on track for a smooth settlement. He represented the needs of the owners professionally and positively. He also stepped in a number of times to add support and his time relative to utilities. It would have been difficult to have closed smoothly and successfully without his calm supportive manner and guidance."
M. Will, Leola (Seller) Fri, 22 Sep 2017 19:47:43 +1000
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"I was referred to Mike several years ago by a coworker. He has been great ever since with the sale of one home and the purchase of another. He's knowledgeable and professional. I would definitely refer to him again!"
Melissa Barzola, Lancaster (Buyer) Tue, 19 Sep 2017 13:31:09 +1000
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"I found Mike to be a very trustworthy individual with my interests in mind after several years of working together on different scenarios.
Out of all of Mike's characteristics I found his patience, focus on goals, and marketing of property to be top notch.
Mike had to deal with tremendous emotional swings and changes throughout our long relationship. In the end I am very thankful that Mike was a friend as well as a professional to help me navigate through the sale of my home.
All in all I found Mike to be a tremendous asset. Things that he did an excellent job on include photography, keeping me informed of next steps, advice through negotiations, maintaining focus and developing strong personal and professional relationships."
Jeffrey J Kirchner (Seller) Tue, 05 Sep 2017 03:55:28 +1000
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"Mike Skillman did an excellent job to find us a home that met our needs within our budget. My wife and I began to get discouraged when looking for a homes online. Once Mike took us to a few homes that all changed. Mike pointed out the pros and cons of each home as well as the towns the homes were in. Mike always gave valuable input when my wife and I had questions. We especially noted Mike's professionalism throughout the entire process."
Aaron Manheim, PA (Buyer) Wed, 09 Aug 2017 03:04:12 +1000
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"He was easy to get a hold of and always returned texts/calls in a timely fashion. He was on the ball with details as needed and led the way through my buying experience. I would, and already have, recommended him to family. Overall, I felt like he listened to my needs and provided good insight not what would suit me best. He was efficient with my time when looking at homes, and was quick to caution me on anything he saw in a property that was of concern or consideration. I never felt like he was just trying to get me in contract with a home just to "make the sale" and move on.
Thanks mike for your great work!"
Jeremy-Elizabethtown (Buyer) Thu, 06 Jul 2017 23:47:15 +1000
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"Mike Skillman understood my real estate needs and went the extra mile to find what I needed and was always very responsive. He was very patient in providing properties for me to look at and meeting me at properties for a showing."
Jim Lurker from West Chester, PA - Mike found me a property in Paradise Twp., PA (Buyer) Thu, 06 Jul 2017 14:58:48 +1000
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"The purchase of a home is a big deal with a lot of details. So you really need someone knowledgeable in the procedure who is working on your behalf to walk through the process with you. I know Mike Skillman from his involvement in the community and I like him as a person. So he was the only broker I considered.
Now that I am actually sitting in my house, 24 hours after moving in, and looking back over how the last several months have played out, I could not be more pleased. To begin Mike signed me up to receive a weekly listing of homes in my price range and would sometimes call me before I received that weeks email to give me a heads up if there was a house he thought I might want to look at. When I saw a house on my own I would call him and he would give me the pros and cons that he was aware of. Mike made himself available to accommodate my schedule when looking at open houses and when I called on the phone to discuss issues related to the purchase. When I decided to make an offer we discussed the process thoroughly, and when it came time to sign all of the paperwork he took his time answering all of my questions. He made it as easy as possible and I couldn't have asked for more.
Mike was also the agent for the seller of my home and this duel relationship could lend itself to issues. However, I believe that Mike represented my interests fairly and I would imagine that the seller feels the same.
I went with Mike's recommendation for a lender (GMH Mortgage) and they were excellent to work with as well.
The bottom line is that I am very pleased with how the process of the purchase of my home played out, and that is a direct result of the efforts of Mike Skillman and the rest of the team at RE/MAX. I would highly recommend him to anyone looking to purchase a home."
Matt Coates - Lancaster, PA (Buyer) Mon, 12 Jun 2017 00:04:02 +1000
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"Mike Skillman is a real estate professional I highly recommend! Smooth transaction and tied up all loose ends in a timely fashion. Thank you for the generous housewarming gifts."
Lisa, Lancaster (Buyer) Sun, 21 May 2017 23:50:34 +1000
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"Mike Skillman is truly the best realtor we have ever dealt with. His professionalism, courtesy, expertise and trustworthiness makes him not just an asset but essential to either buying or selling your home ( as we have now done both through him!) We have 5 children and Mike was always patience and kind to them! Our kids loved when they heard we were "going to see Mike."
We bought our last house and trusted Mike in every step leaning on his knowledge and services to ensure and know what would be best. We trust him not just with the sale but what the home would hold for our family.
Mike was never trying to sell us a house- he was helping our family find home. We recommend him to everyone we come across and do not think you could find a better realtor in Lancaster, PA!"
Bruce and Jenny O'Neill, Clay (Buyer) Thu, 06 Apr 2017 02:38:06 +1000
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"My husband and I were completely satisfied with our experience working with Mike as our Realtor. We heard about him from my cousin and her husband, who had used Mike as their Realtor for the sale of their home and purchase of another home. Her parents had purchased their home in Lancaster with Mike as well. We trusted my cousin's good judgement enough to call and meet him as soon as we moved to Lancaster County.
We really appreciated his calm and patient demeanor, and that he grew up in the Lancaster area and worked in the real estate industry for a significant amount of time. He asked many perceptive questions to gather information as to what we wanted. We never exhausted Mike's professionalism, in-depth knowledge of the real estate market, and patience (it took seven months and innumerable questions, emails back and forth, and on-site visits to houses until we found our house). He was also extremely proactive whenever we wanted to make an offer: he presented two offers for us on two different houses over the course of the seven months, and both times we won the bid over several other bids. The first house ended up being retracted from the market so we had to keep looking, but his guiding us through the situation was so helpful. When we bid on and won the second house, he made several key suggestions during the inspection process that saved us a good bit of money on the cost of the house. When settlement day came, the process was totally smooth, and we were very glad to have him in our corner. We're very thankful for our experience working with Mike."
Randa and Jon Landis (Buyer) Thu, 30 Mar 2017 07:19:31 +1000
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"We have worked with Mike now for over 12 years and most recently he helped us purchase a new (to us) home. He patiently navigated the process with us. Buying a home always has it's surprises and difficulties, but this purchase was made even harder due to the home being sold by a (seemingly unmotivated) relocation company. He worked diligently to ensure proper and timely communication among all parties and was always careful to accurately represent our interests to the selling parties. This was the fourth home we have purchased in our lifetime and by far the most difficult to get to closing. Mike proved to be a true asset to us in this process."
Scott Morrison, Honey Brook PA (Buyer) Tue, 21 Feb 2017 05:19:35 +1000
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"Mike Skillman did an excellent job in assisting us to sell our house and in purchasing a new home. He was very knowledgeable, easy going and patient with us during this time. He was readily available any time of the day and on weekends. Mike walked us through the process and made it as smooth transition for us as possible. I would definitely recommend him to anyone looking for a realtor."
Boyd & Michelle Knepp- 212 School Lane Mount Joy PA 17552 (Buyer) Wed, 08 Feb 2017 01:20:37 +1000
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"Mike has helped us before with other buying properties, he also did my son and my daughter(twice for her). So we have an nice relationship
Mike was always available when we had a question or he might even call us for some things he thought was very important for us to know.
We kept in touch all the time with texts, email, or phone callls."
Alberto & Alison Carzola (Seller) Sun, 01 Jan 2017 01:34:28 +1000
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"Having just moved here from South Carolina I had no connections in the Lancaster area. I was using third party realtor websites when I came across Mike's profile. His high rating and extensive list of gleaming reviews lead me to give him a call. After our first conversation Mike's knowledge of real estate and the Lancaster area were obvious and I knew Mike was the guy I wanted helping me find a home. Through out the entire process of buying my home Mike was very knowledgeable and informative. If I ever buy or sell in the Lancaster area again I will be contacting Mike!"
Jarret Stone, Paradise (Buyer) Wed, 07 Dec 2016 05:50:09 +1000
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"My husband and I were nervous and excited to begin looking for our first home. We had never experienced this before and wanted someone who was willing to be patient and walk us through everything. Mike was recommended to us by a family friend and I am so glad that we decided to go with him! Throughout everything Mike was there through email, phone calls and even texting to help ease our minds and help us make the right decision to buy our dream home. Mike was honest, open and always willing to help. Mike even put up with me wanting to talk almost daily about the newest developments in the buying process! When we began searching and visiting homes Mike listened to our concerns and the things that we liked so he understood exactly what we were looking for and helped us narrow down our search.
I always felt comfortable to reach out to Mike and he always responded in a timely fashion. He was understanding and supportive and I have already recommended him to my friends who are also beginning the process of looking for a home. I am grateful that we had a really great experience buying our first home thanks to Mike!"
Abbey Campagna, Lancaster (Buyer) Fri, 04 Nov 2016 02:21:43 +1000
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"Mike was always on top of all items, issues or concerns. Through his hard work and kind personality he constantly helped us feel at ease."
John Roth/ lancaster (Buyer) Sat, 15 Oct 2016 09:16:20 +1000
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"Mike Skillman has been great to work with. He is honest and trustworthy and knows the business inside and out."
Alan Hill Lancaster (Buyer) Sat, 08 Oct 2016 05:22:03 +1000
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"Mike brought such a peace of mind to the process. We had complete trust in him. He is extremely thorough and pays attention to every detail. Even after settlement he invested in our well-being. We would definitely recommend Mike Skillman to other potential home buyers."
Tony and Colette, Lancaster, PA (Buyer) Sun, 14 Aug 2016 12:08:55 +1000
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"Mike Skillman is a very knowledgeable real estate agent. He spent time listening to our wants and needs. Once we found our new home, he was still there to help through closing.
We would recommend him to anyone looking for a good real estate person."
Diane Williams Mt Joy. Pa (Buyer) Thu, 14 Jul 2016 12:02:27 +1000
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"Mike was very knowledgeable as a real estate agent, I called multiple agents before selecting Mike due to his knowledge and sales record. I would highly recommend Mike to all friends, co-workers and family."
Todd Peters. Elizabethtown (Seller) Sat, 18 Jun 2016 02:35:41 +1000
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"Mr. Skillman was an outstanding realtor that went above and beyond the call or duty for our family. Not only did he help us sell our previous house for what we all agreed on was the best value, but he also helped us find our family's new home for many years to come.
In closing of our new property, we ran into a few issues, but Mike was there for the entirety of the process. He was very professional and always kept our needs at the forefront of the situation. He was very willing to help with any and all questions and concerns and kept the mood light and productive at all times.
Mike Skillman is a very friendly, compassionate person. His professionalism is second to none. He was always willing to take a call or respond to a message and made us feel like we were his only priority. I felt very comfortable with Mike and would consider him a friend as much as a realtor."
Mike and Amber Brown Lancaster (Buyer) Thu, 02 Jun 2016 11:16:21 +1000
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"Mike was a perfect fit for our real estate search. He was never aggressive in his presentation of information, but made sure that we were well informed in a timely way. He listened to our needs and wants, and helped us to find a home that fits us perfectly."
Liesl, Lititz (Buyer) Thu, 02 Jun 2016 00:00:58 +1000
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"Mike was very helpful on our house hunt. He was professional,a joy to work with.
We came from the Chicago area and Mike was very patient and knowledgeable about finding the right location and area for us."
Jerry & Bette Hultstrand, Lancaster (Buyer) Sun, 29 May 2016 01:04:45 +1000
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"Mike Skillman is an experienced negotiator. I had heard that from others. I believed Mike would deal fairly and professionally during the negotiations.
Mike was always available, couteous, polite and patient.
Our time of working with Mike Skillman of RE/Max was relatively short. We appreciated having the guidance, insight and years of experience that Mike had to offer to see our home sale threw to completion, which is why we would recommend Mike."
Mary-Ann Good, Lancaster, PA (Seller) Fri, 13 May 2016 04:18:47 +1000
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"Mike is awesome to work with we had a lot of fun with him and we are going to miss him! He is very good at what he does and is very professional, always helping us with any questions or issues we had.. He also keeps in touch and asks us how things are going with everything.
I only have very good things to say about Mike I would recommend him to anyone!!!
LOL will Mike see this answer?? Make sure he does please he will get a laugh out of this!!!!"
Brian and Traci Devine Manheim Pa (Buyer) Thu, 12 May 2016 02:47:26 +1000
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"Mike is friendly, knowledgeable, and trustworthy. We will use him again and recommend him to friends and family."
Tara Flick Pequea (Seller) Sat, 23 Apr 2016 08:39:32 +1000
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"Mike was excellent to work with - very professional. We trusted him and his advice. Mike was great at communicating with us every step of the way and when we had questions he got back to us immediately - even if only to say he would find out the answer and let us know. In addition to his timely communication, he also offered himself to be present to help care for our pet during showings, be present to let an inspector into the house.... Mike took time to understand exactly what we were wanting and did not try to sway us otherwise. He took a risk in working with us because if the option to buy the house we were pursuing did not work out, we were not going to list our home at that time."
Donna & Tom Sheehan, Lancaster (Seller) Thu, 11 Feb 2016 07:36:54 +1000
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"Mike Skillman was easily accessible and helpful during our search for a new home. He answered all my questions and got us into a perfect home. Thanks Mike!"
Laura Meisl Lititz Pa (Buyer) Thu, 11 Feb 2016 07:11:51 +1000
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"As first time home buyers, my wife and I were very anxious about the whole home process-every step was a new experience for us. Mike did a wonderful job answering the barrage of questions that we threw at him. He very generously and respectfully walked us through everything so that we felt comfortable moving forward in the process. Mike did an excellent job of making himself available when we needed him. He always answered our phone calls, emails and texts quickly. We cannot thank Mike enough for getting us into our first house which immediately felt like home."
Sean & Becca Craig, Columbia PA (Buyer) Mon, 18 Jan 2016 22:55:55 +1000
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"Building a new home has been a dream of ours for a few years now. When we first started thinking about it about two years ago, we were unsure and had many questions as to whether it was the best decision for us. We had worked with Mike's father when we bought our first home and had a wonderful experience. We were confident that we would have those same experiences with Mike, and thankfully we did. Mike knew that we were only in the beginning stages a few years ago and never pushed us to make decisions we weren't ready to make. He periodically checked in with us to see where we were in the process and provided us with lists of homes/land that were available in our desired area. He never pushed his own agenda or made us feel like our timing was too slow. He sat with us through several builder meetings until we found the best fit for us and when we finally made the decision to build, he was knowledgeable and efficient throughout the decision-making process, as well as for the sale of our previous home.
Though selling an existing home and building new is full of decisions and stressful moments, Mike made the process much easier. It was a pleasure to work with him. His patience, understanding, and experience in the field makes him a highly desirable realtor in the Lancaster County area! We love our new home and truly appreciate his dedication and hard work on our behalf! Thank you, Mike!"
Tera & Jesse, Lancaster Pa (Seller) Sat, 21 Nov 2015 03:41:57 +1000
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"We have purchased three homes through Mike, and he is patient and thorough. He gives advice and guidance when needed. We trust Mike."
Dennis and Wanda McGarvey, Lancaster, Pa (Buyer) Sun, 08 Nov 2015 07:46:10 +1000
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"Mike Skillman was highly recommended to us by several friends who had used his services in the past. When we met with Mike for the first time, we immediately saw why! He has a great personality and calm demeanor and is very easy to communicate with. We felt comfortable with him right away!
He listened and offered advice at the right times and went above and beyond to make sure that everything ran smoothly! We really had someone in our corner looking out for our best interests at all times!
We are very thankful to Mike for all his hard work in selling out 1st home and helping us purchase a new one! We've recommended him to several people so far and will continue to do so in the future!"
The Gallellos (Buyer) Thu, 08 Oct 2015 06:58:32 +1000
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"Thank you Mike for all of your help, advice and information through this process. You were very patient with us with all of our many questions."
Corinne Sweigart, Reinholds (Seller) Thu, 10 Sep 2015 03:53:59 +1000
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"Mike was recommended to us by a friend . Mike is the best ! Honest , patient , respectable and willing to help and answer question timely ! We will recommend him to friends too !
Mike has all the qualities for an agent ! He is someone you can trust , depend on . In one word , HE IS THE BEST AGENT !"
Octave M. , Akron (Buyer) Tue, 08 Sep 2015 12:52:52 +1000
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"Mike Skillman was an invaluable resource for selling our home. He knew exactly what we needed to improve to get the highest return on our investment, and he made the entire process easy to understand and pain-free.
Mike was very professional and approachable. He knew when to listen and when to offer advice, and he was always looking after our best interests.
Thank you Mike!"
Scott Paules, Lancaster (Seller) Wed, 19 Aug 2015 06:50:20 +1000
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"Our experience purchasing a home with Mike Skillman was a positive, smooth one because of his calm demeanor and patience in running through the details and answering all of our questions along the way. He was accessible, had great connections, coached us very well when we placed an offer and was very honest in his feedback when we asked for his opinion on several properties. He has a discerning eye and knows how to lead the buyer well. We would absolutely go through him again if we were to sell or buy again in the future!"
Adam & Bonnie Hultstrand, Lancaster (Buyer) Tue, 18 Aug 2015 22:48:21 +1000
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"Our home search was long and comprehensive and Mike was a true partner through the entire process. He was patient and insightful as we contemplated the many considerations for a new home. Once we found a property, he was organized, knowledgable and effective with our inspections, negotiations and ultimately a settlement that went very smoothly.
While there are lots of RE agent options out there, we would strongly recommend the services of Mike Skillman!"
Craig Schonour, Lancaster PA (Buyer) Fri, 14 Aug 2015 02:14:05 +1000
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"Mike is nothing but stellar! He is attentive to detail, takes time to listen and offer professional advise in a non-persuasive way. He certainly had our best interest in mind. We loved working the 2nd time with Mike as much as the first.
Mike listened to our wants and made sure to accommodate them accordingly.
From the selling and buying side Mike has been nothing but stellar. My husband and I loved his feedback as he was professional but not persuasive. We would choose no one else other than Mike if we had to do it all over again."
Matt & Allison, Manheim (Buyer) Sat, 01 Aug 2015 00:03:33 +1000
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"Mike spent a lot of time listening to all our concerns. He was always available to answer our call or stop by the house to talk. We most appreciated his honesty and integrity with every answer. It's very apparent that Mr. Skillman is experienced and therefor a Realitor of excellence!
As stated in last comments..." To be a Realitor of Excellence" Mike Skillman!!!
Mike sold our first home in 3 days. 10 years later we asked him to sell the home. We followed every suggestion he made. The home was under contract in 36 hours with only 2 showings.. and settlement was one month later! Well done."
Manhiem Township, Lancaster (Seller) Fri, 31 Jul 2015 12:46:38 +1000
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"Mike Skillman had been our realtor in the past and we've followed him from Prudential to ReMax because we were so pleased with our experience. He is always available to answer questions or concerns. He makes you feel as if you are his only client. He doesn't push his opinions on you; instead he respectfully gives advice that always keeps the clients' best interest at heart. He is very well experienced and this allows him to guide the client in the decision-making process in the best possible way. We will continue to use Mike as our realtor and will recommend his as a realtor who is truely cares for his clients."
Abby Rutter (Seller) Fri, 26 Jun 2015 08:35:52 +1000
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"Mike Skillman is the consummate professional. We have bought and sold a number of properties through various realtors over the years and he is simply one of the very best. Highly recommended."
D Heinaman, Lititz PA (Seller) Fri, 26 Jun 2015 07:01:50 +1000
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"Mike Skillman always goes above any beyond keeping my best interest in mind. I would highly recommend him to anyone. He is very knowledgable and extremely friend. You can't go wrong using Mike as your realtor!"
Tammy, Ephrata (Seller) Wed, 04 Mar 2015 11:03:47 +1000
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"Mike Skillman has helped me three times in the sale/purchase of a home. He listens, and therefore knows what I want when looking to buy or sell my home. He really cares about his client's and that makes all the difference.
All issues with my sale and purchase were handled with complete satisfaction. I was kept informed of any "snags" and felt confident that the resolution was in my best interest. The office staff was always kind and professional.
I truly trust his knowledge and know he cares about my happiness. His client's have to be his best referral source."
susan wise, lancaster (Seller) Fri, 27 Feb 2015 03:08:00 +1000
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"We used Mike to purchase our home recently. I never felt any pressure from him during the whole process to settle on a certain home, even though our search probably took a lot longer than most people usually take. He is very knowledgeable of the Lancaster county real estate market, and was able to effectively negotiate our transaction. The entire process was very smooth, and free of any headaches or setbacks.
In the end we found what we believe to be an excellent home that we are excited to be able to raise our family in."
Dan D, Lancaster (Buyer) Thu, 26 Feb 2015 07:49:29 +1000
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"We could not ask for better service. Mike Skillman made navigating through the process of buying, incredibly stress free. We look forward to working with him again, and would recommend him to anyone seeking a new home.
-Andrew Shaw"
-Andrew Shaw (Buyer) Fri, 20 Feb 2015 15:36:03 +1000
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"Mike was very helpful throughout the entire process. I would work with mike again in the future and would recommend him to family and friends for sure! Very knowledgable and responded to questions anytime in a timely professional manner!"
Warren Harmon (Buyer) Fri, 13 Feb 2015 06:06:48 +1000
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"Mike was wonderful at guiding us through the process from start to finish. He would answer any and all questions quickly and was very accessible the whole time. I would highly recommend Mike to all of my friends as a great realtor."