"During this unprecedented time in the housing market and as first time home buyers Hope Raymond not only helped us find the perfect home but was patient while we narrowed down locations and property types. She was always available to answer all of our questions and was looking out for our best interest at every point in the process. I would definitely recommend her for first time home buyers and would work with her again. Marilyn, Port Monmouth"

  -Marilyn, Client

"Working with Hope was a great pleasure! She’s so kind and easily accessible which helped us throughout the home buying process. She’s really nice and she would book us appointments to see the houses at our convenient time which was great! She communicated the messages of the sellers really well. Her opinions and suggestions are always helpful. Overall, it was a great experience! I would recommend my friends and family and others too, to work with Hope if you’re looking to buy or sell a house. She guides you throughout and makes it a very easy and enjoyable process for you! - Sahil, Hightstown NJ"

  -Sahil, Client

"Working with Hope was such a pleasure! She is so efficient, professional, knowledgeable and kind. She made our home purchasing less stressful by explaining all the steps of the process to closing. She is always available and if not, returns our calls promptly. We highly recommend Hope! Valerie & Joe, Red Bank"

  -Valerie & Joe, Client

"We first met Hope Raymond at an open house and ended up working with her for over a year as we navigated through this challenging market as first time home buyers. Hope was incredibly patient, respectful, kind, honest, and generous throughout the process!! She was extremely knowledgeable about the area and very personable. We couldn't have asked for a better agent! I would highly recommend her to others! Maureen, Middletown "

  -Maureen, Client

"Hope and Gina were professional, hands on and gave such a refreshing sense of comfort during a sensitive sale process. They paid close attention to our needs and were always extremely responsive to any questions or concerns throughout the sales process. They manage a real estate process the exact way which made us at ease. I like to refer to them as our 'dream team' and I highly recommend them!! Extremely professional and courteous!" Patrick C. Middletown NJ"

  -Patrick, Client

"Hope proved to be very knowledgeable with the whole process of home buying/selling. She was always available to answer any questions or to address any problems that arose. Her personality and calm demeanor certainly helped during what generally proves to be a very stressful period. She was able to address any and all issues that arose in an efficient and methodical manner. I would certainly not hesitate to call her and recommend her to one and all for any future real estate sales or purchases. Gen, Middletown"

  -Gen, Client

"Both Hope Raymond and Gina Branagan were professional, efficient, patient, supportive, proactive in the entire sales process: a pleasure to work with. They were thoughtful and thorough in developing our property's market assessment. The sales brochures were literate and descriptive. They scheduled and managed notification for our open houses in all sorts of weather. We would strongly recommend both these realtors to anyone. In appreciation. Marsha & Alberta, formerly of Farmingdale, NJ"

  -Marsha & Alberta, Client

"Hope was dedicated to helping us with every step of our home purchase. From showing us many houses to revisiting the one that we ultimately purchased we could not have asked for a better experience. She assisted us in finding contractors prior to the closing and helped negotiate when with an issue we found during inspections. I would recommend Hope to anyone looking to buy or sell a house. – Lois F, Monmouth Beach"

  -Lois F., Client

"My husband and I truly loved working with Hope she was always prompt and arrived at all appointments on time - returned phone calls and texts immediately - had great knowledge of the market and area - I would highly recommend her if you were looking to rent, buy or sell a home you would be in very good hands. Mary & Lou, Middletown"

  -Mary & Lou, Client

"Hope was an absolutely amazing realtor and was positive and optimistic throughout the entire process and in a very difficult buyer’s market. She was extremely patient and understanding and listened to our needs and wants. She was always available and communicates clearly and promptly to all of our questions. As first time home buyers, she explained the process thoroughly and paid close attention to detail. We highly recommend Hope and will be referring her to family and friends. She is exactly the kind of agent anyone making a house purchase should have! Thank you, Hope! Ashley and Joe, Stanhope, NJ"

  -Ashley & Joe, Client

"I had such a wonderful experience with Hope while searching for a rental property. As someone who works over 50 hours a week, I have a packed schedule and had concerns about finding the time to navigate through this kind of search. Hope made this process both smooth and enjoyable! I shared my preferences for property types and locations, and within just a few days not only did Hope find me the perfect home and give me a tour of the property, she also finalized the rental process! She was more than happy to work around my schedule, and even came to meet me at my job when I could not get to her office. This experience could not have been better, and I cannot wait to move into this dream of a rental house! Caroline, Atlantic Highlands"

  -Caroline, Client

"I highly recommend Hope Raymond. Unlike many realtors, whom you see at the initial sign-up, and then not until closing, Hope goes the distance with you. She was never difficult to contact, returned calls, emails and texts promptly, in a professional, courteous, and congenial manner. All of my questions were answered, and I never felt out of the loop. I highly recommend her, and would definitely use her again. Rosie, Parlin"

  -Rosie, Client

"Hope helped us look for a home when we were conducting a search from out of state. We were looking during the height of the pandemic and Hope met with us practically every other weekend for hours at a time so we could pack in as many viewings as possible. Hope is knowledgeable about the area and about the industry in general. She was pleasant to work with throughout the process and extremely dedicated to helping us find a home, even when the market was very lean and demand was extremely high. We strongly recommend Hope. Chris & Shana, Holmdel "

  -Chris & Shana, Client

"I have known Hope Raymond for a while, and when we started the process of looking for our first home, we went to Hope. Hope was extremely patient, understanding, fair and honest with each house we looked at. It's a tough market, but Hope made our year long home search easy. She was always available for questions and concerns and made it her priority to give us her most honest feedback. We knew we were in the best hands when it came to our first home purchase. All steps were explained in detail and all concerns were answered with patience. Our communication was daily and Hope never made us feel like we were any less than a priority. Hope made sure we were comfortable every step of the process! We're so excited that we found our first home. Kayla & Dustin, Middletown"

  -Kayla & Dustin, Client

"I happened to find Hope by happenstance when I called on one of her listings. After a brief conversation, I knew I found the right realtor for my search. Not only does Hope understand the everchanging market but she also knows how to approach each listing. There was never a moment where I felt pressured, the decision was mine and she provided the right guidance. She walked me through the process from the offer to the closing as well as provided wonderful recommendations for an attorney and inspector. The concierge service offered by Century 21 was an extra bonus. I can’t speak more highly or recommend Hope as a trusted realtor. - Frank C, Highlands"

  -Frank C. , Client

"Hope is simply fantastic! Can't ask for a better, more educated realtor for your buying or selling needs - well trusted! Nick C., Middletown"

  -Nick C. , Client

"Hope and Gina were both great throughout this whole process. Always available to answer questions and responded quickly. Both were very personable and were always one step ahead of us. It was a pleasure dealing with both of them and I would highly recommend them to family and friends. Kelly & Manny, Middletown"

  -Kelly & Manny, Client

"Hope was excellent. She was very knowledgeable and helpful without being aggressive with us. She respected our opinion every step of the way and never tried to push us in a direction that we did not want to go. I think her suggestion to bring in a “stager” was critical because the house was vacant. She was always responsive to anything we asked or needed. We would not use anyone else in the future. James, Woodbridge Township "

  -James, Client

"I simply cannot praise Hope Raymond enough! Starting my search viewing properties online, I posed an inquiry on a Townhome I viewed. Hope immediately called me with an answer, and she also took the time to learn my needs, requirements and time frame for purchasing a home. I felt comfortable with her and knew she was the perfect agent for my home search. Hope guided me through various listings, showings, and offers with her professional expertise and knowledge of the area. Upon finding the perfect home, offer accepted, Hope continued to guide me and educate me through every step of the process from the offer through to closing. Hope was an absolute pleasure to work with and I trusted her completely. Her warm personality combined with her business acumen and attention to detail simply cannot be beat. She truly cares and I highly recommend Hope! Eileen P. Toms River, NJ"

  -Eileen P. , Client

"Hope Raymond made this process much easier! She is very knowledgeable and was extremely helpful in every aspect of the purchase of our home! I can't say enough good things about Hope Raymond! We are extremely satisfied with her services! Hope Raymond was perfect! She was extremely helpful and knowledgeable! Always available when we needed her! She was the ray of sunshine that got us through this grueling process! I highly recommend her! Carol S., Old Bridge"

  -Carol S., Client

"Hope helped me and my husband purchase our first home this past month, she was amazing! Considering we are first time buyers and clueless to the process, she carefully guided us throughout the entire process from start to finish. We visited so many homes and Hope became so familiar with our style and knew exactly what we were looking for, she never took us to see houses that were, 1. Out of our budget and 2. Different than what we really wanted, and I very much appreciated her patience throughout the process, considering that my husband and I a very picky people. If you’re looking for a home, she is the perfect person to take you on this journey to new beginnings! Thank you again Hope!!! JL, Middletown"

  -J.L., Client

"The home buying experience is undoubtedly one of the most stressful times in a person's life, particularly relocating to a new state. But Hope's expertise, warmth, kindness, and calm demeanor made the process enjoyable and successful. She found exactly what I was looking for in a short period of time while ensuring she always had my best interests at heart. I wholeheartedly recommend Hope, without any reservation, and promise you that you will be treated as family. You are in wonderful hands and I had every confidence in all aspects of Hope's approach and skills. She is an incredibly talented and brilliant agent. Simply put, Hope is fabulous and she has my highest recommendation. You will feel immensely fortunate having Hope in your corner. Eileen, Jackson "

  -Eileen, Client

"I’ve worked with Hope previously and she has always been very professional and understood all my needs for a home purchase. Being that she resides in Middletown she’s familiar with the town and surrounding areas. All of my calls to her are answered promptly and she is readily available to present a home to me. I will certainly enlist her help in any future purchases and can highly recommend her to any and all. – J. R, Middletown"

  -J. R., Client

"Hope was a wonderful realtor from start to finish. There was nothing that I asked for that Hope wasn't able to figure out and help me with. Her kind, gentle and personable self, made looking for a rental and selling my home better than I could ever have anticipated. Not only does she understand and empathize what homeowners need and want, she goes above and beyond to help make this process as easy as possible. She never forgot what was important to me and always was available to me 24/7- without hesitation. She is well knowledged, has abounding resources and has a personality and a dedication that is rare in people- she really cares about people. With the complexity of selling- Hope never missed a beat and helped me to never miss one either. I cannot say enough wonderful things about this special realtor, she is truly one in a million. LD, Holmdel"

  -LD., Client

"Hope Raymond is an outstanding real estate agent - a true professional through and through. We can't imagine having anyone else to work with who could have navigated this home search with us. Hope is responsive and always made us feel that we were her priority. She was always available - even on the spur of the moment to go and see a listing and traveled everywhere we wanted to consider. Her patience, focus, and willingness to keep us going with a smile and a sense of humor made this journey successful. - R and M, West Long Branch / Jackson"

  -R & M, Client

"Hope Raymond sold us a home and sold our home. She is the consummate professional. She goes above and beyond to make sure the transaction goes as smoothly as possible. Always extremely informative and polite. Hope gives you a sense that everything will work out because of her impeccable professionalism. Highly recommend using Hope for your next home sale, purchase, or both! – Dawn, Middletown"

  -Dawn, Client

"Hope Raymond is a professional of the highest standard. She went out of her way to accommodate our needs and was available to us 24/7. Hope has an extensive knowledge of all procedures and lends her experience to her clients to insure they are informed. Hope Raymond was a pleasure to deal with and worked tirelessly to find us a home for a year and a half. Getting to know her however, was the best part. My husband and I highly recommend Hope if you are in the market for a top notch agent! - DCM, Middletown"

  -DCM, Client

"We liked the fact that we were receiving a team with Hope and Gina. Hope and Gina gave us their all. Our trajectory changed after the initial offer on the home they were helping us to sell, and they quickly helped us purchase our dream home! From offer to close it was 28 days, and they did it with ease! We loved working with this team. Perfect combination of professional and fun. It was great! Alexis, Holmdel"

  -Alexis, Client

"Loved having a local agent helping us to find a property in close proximity for a ferry stop. Hope was incredibly kind, thorough and always accessible. Helping us solve problems and make quick decisions during negotiation periods. After a few properties did not go our way, we were happy to find our starter home in Leonardo at a price point we were happy with. Taylor S., Leornardo section of Middletown"

  -Taylor, Client

"I've worked with Hope previously and she has always been very professional and understood all of my needs for a home purchase. Being that she resides in Middletown she's familiar with the town and surrounding areas. All of my calls to her are answered promptly and she is readily available. I will certainly enlist her help in any future home sales and can highly recommend her to any and all. - Joseph, Middletown/Atlantic Highlands"

  -Joseph R., Client

"Hope helped us through an extremely difficult sale with difficult buyers. She remained calm, friendly and accessible the entire time. She is so much fun to work with and I highly recommend her to everyone. SCP, Holmdel"

  -SCP, Client

"Hope Raymond is a truly excellent realtor. I cannot recommend her highly enough. She has plenty of knowledge about the whole process of real estate sales, and is patient and so organized. I feel like we didn’t have to do much of anything; Hope guided us and handled everything flawlessly. Our property sold quickly and at a very good price, all thanks to Hope. B.N, Colonia"

  -B. N. , Client

"Hope was an excellent help during the whole search. She was great about showing me multiple locations that each offered something different but in the range of what I was looking for. Throughout the entire process Hope always provided me with prompt replies and kept me up to date with everything. I am not from the area and was provided a great local's insight into all of the areas I was looking in. Even after signing my lease Hope reached out and provided even more great local insights about the area that I had moved into. Hope truly made the whole process easy and pleasant. If I am ever looking for a new place in the area will be sure to reach out to Hope and highly recommend everyone else does as well. Dom, Atlantic Highlands"

  -Dom, Client

"Hope was a tremendous resource throughout the home purchase process, especially through a highly competitive market. She offered valuable advice and insight at every step of the way and helped ensure that we were able to close on our home successfully. – M. Patel, Edison"

  -M. Patel, Client