"Lorraine was referred to me by a friend after having a bad experience with another realtor.  I have to say I was a bit hesitant about realtors before this, but now I know what it SHOULD be like.  Lorraine had EVERYTHING mapped out at our initial meeting, and even told me how to get the house looking better for buyers!  She organized an Open House and walk through with other realtors too.  Before we even had the sign up there were people coming to see the house, and in this market...WOW!  Our house was sold in less than a week...DOUBLE WOW!  Lorraine came over often to help us with the final negotiations and closing, and helped us negotiate the purchase of our new house as well, that was way down in South Hillsborough.  She was always available and willing to talk everything out in a very honest and friendly way, and worked harder than anyone else for us at every opportunity.  Even long after the sale and purchase, she came by to see our new house and brought lovely housewarming gifts for us...  Lorraine went from realtor to friend and we will ALWAYS choose her when dealing with any other realty issues.  Thanks to you Lorraine for ALL that you did."

 

Lauren Hammond
ESOL Resource Teacher
English Teacher
Lennard High School
"Go Longhorns!!!" 

"Living in the autumn of our years, it's ironic that for the first time in our lives, we had occasion to utilize the services of a realtor.  What a blessing it was to make the acquaintance of Lorraine Bennett.  Providence brought us together at the Strawberry Festival in 2006.  We shared a table and some snacks and when the discussion got around to work, we learned among other things that Lorraine was in realty.  Having a winter residence in Port Charlotte for almost 20 years, we had given some thought after hurricane Charley of moving inland and loosely asked Lorraine if she would like to show us some options in the Lakeland area.  Subsequently we looked at a number of houses, but eventually decided to move into a new (not yet built) subdivision.  As Canadians, our time in Florida is limited and we were very happy to have Lorraine monitor the progress of what would eventually become our new house almost 12 months later.  She monitored and regularly sent us updates and was always available when we had questions. On closing Lorraine was there to “hold our hands” in going through all the documents and managed to save us a substantial sum by negotiating on our behalf with the builder.  We would highly recommend Lorraine to anyone looking to buy or sell property as our experience has been nothing but positive."

 

Mike and Judy
Canadian Snow Birds

"I have found Lorraine a TERRIFIC realtor!  She not only held beautifully presented and well thought out Open Houses, but her insight in preparing the house for sale was invaluable.  She was always honest and aboveboard in all her dealings with me.    I moved out of state but she always kept me informed and made me feel very comfortable that everything was in order and being done well. I highly recommend her without reservations.  She is AWESOME, a hard worker, and will get you the best price for your property."

 

María Cecilia Marty
Certified Federal Interpreter
FITTServices, Inc.

"Lorraine Bennett was the first realtor I worked with; she was professional, courteous and had a genuine desire to help me find the home I was looking for. After finding the home she was very helpful in organizing all aspects of the closing and also gave great advice on types of financing for my home. Not only did she help me find a home she also did a fabulous job of selling an investment property for me. I have spoken with many other realtors in the past couple of years and by far Lorraine surpasses her competition. I am 100% satisfied with her competance and ability to perform the job she loves."

 

Patrick Jewell