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5 out of 5 stars
Rhonda Strebeck - August 1, 2024
Agent: John A. Jarvis
"Long story-short; Above and Beyond. "
5 out of 5 stars
Wanda (Jeanie) Waggoner - July 8, 2024
Agent: Dana Barrett
"She was so helpful to me on two occasions, the first time I met her she actually took me to the emergency room after seeing me in a fall on our driveway; she was so attentive I had no regrets about hiring her to sell my home. It was a hard time for me with the loss of my husband and trying to relocate; she handled everything she possibly could to make my journey accurate and comfortable. She is skilled and I couldn't have ask for a more professional and kind and caring real estate agent."
5 out of 5 stars
Anita Owen - June 18, 2024
Agent: Kristine Samples
"Kristine is very good at communicating, something sellers need at this often stressful time. She listens to your concerns and follows up with solutions. I highly recommend her when it comes time to sell or buy!"
5 out of 5 stars
Jackie Schornick - June 17, 2024
Agent: John A. Jarvis
"John Jarvis is amazing! We are so lucky that we called him to help us with our house hunt! I recommend John and his staff if you are looking for a home in East Texas! He will work hard for you and they work with you all the way to closing!"
5 out of 5 stars
Chad Bortnem - March 18, 2024
Agent: Patti Parr
"We purchased a home with Patti and she was absolutely the best! She showed us lots of options and was very helpful both during the process and even after the sale was prompt with providing help and contacts. "
5 out of 5 stars
Mark S. - September 15, 2023
Agent: John A. Jarvis
"I had the pleasure of working with Lone Star Realty as my real estate agent, and I couldn't be more thrilled with the experience. From the very beginning, John and Kathy demonstrated professionalism, expertise, and a genuine commitment to helping me sell my tracts of land. One of the standout qualities of John and Kathy was their extensive knowledge of the local real estate market. They were always up-to-date with the latest trends and had a deep understanding of the many dynamics at play in East Texas. This knowledge proved invaluable in finding buyers the fit perfectly for the land that I was selling in the area. Throughout the entire process, Kathy Blackstead was incredibly responsive and attentive. Kathy promptly answered all of my questions, addressed any concerns I had, and ensured that I felt comfortable and informed every step of the way. Their excellent communication skills made the entire process smooth and stress-free. John Jarvis also demonstrated exceptional negotiation skills, helping me secure the best possible deal with every sale. Their expertise in crafting offers and their ability to navigate negotiations with the buyers were truly impressive. What sets Lone Star Realty apart is their dedication to their clients. They went above and beyond to accommodate my schedule, showing my properties at convenient times and ensuring that I had all the information I needed to make informed decisions. In the end, with Lone Star Realty's guidance, I was able to have a dream real estate experience that truly exceeded my expectations. I am incredibly grateful for their hard work, professionalism, and commitment to making my journey a success. I wholeheartedly recommend Lone Star Realty to anyone in need of a top-notch real estate agent. Their expertise, dedication, and friendly demeanor make them a true asset in the real estate industry. Thank you, John and Kathy, for helping me every step of the way! "
5 out of 5 stars
Mark S. - September 15, 2023
Agent: Kathy Blackstead
"I had the pleasure of working with Lone Star Realty as my real estate agent, and I couldn't be more thrilled with the experience. From the very beginning, John and Kathy demonstrated professionalism, expertise, and a genuine commitment to helping me sell my tracts of land. One of the standout qualities of John and Kathy was their extensive knowledge of the local real estate market. They were always up-to-date with the latest trends and had a deep understanding of the many dynamics at play in East Texas. This knowledge proved invaluable in finding buyers the fit perfectly for the land that I was selling in the area. Throughout the entire process, Kathy Blackstead was incredibly responsive and attentive. Kathy promptly answered all of my questions, addressed any concerns I had, and ensured that I felt comfortable and informed every step of the way. Their excellent communication skills made the entire process smooth and stress-free. John Jarvis also demonstrated exceptional negotiation skills, helping me secure the best possible deal with every sale. Their expertise in crafting offers and their ability to navigate negotiations with the buyers were truly impressive. What sets Lone Star Realty apart is their dedication to their clients. They went above and beyond to accommodate my schedule, showing my properties at convenient times and ensuring that I had all the information I needed to make informed decisions. In the end, with Lone Star Realty's guidance, I was able to have a dream real estate experience that truly exceeded my expectations. I am incredibly grateful for their hard work, professionalism, and commitment to making my journey a success. I wholeheartedly recommend Lone Star Realty to anyone in need of a top-notch real estate agent. Their expertise, dedication, and friendly demeanor make them a true asset in the real estate industry. Thank you, John and Kathy, for helping me every step of the way! "
5 out of 5 stars
Alice Sheffield - August 30, 2023
Agent: Kristine Samples
"She is very professional, courteous and responsive. She was a pleasure to work with. Did a great job. Highly recommend them if you are wanting to sell your property. They handled everything, photos, listings, sent property reports every week regarding activity on the property. Was less than a month from the time that we listed the property and when we had a contract with the Buyer(s). Answered any and all questions that we had in a timely manner and was empathetic with our feelings and concerns. Would not hesitate to work with her again. "
5 out of 5 stars
Michael & Sheila Dahl - July 13, 2023
Agent: Greg Hill
"We would highly recommend Greg Hill to represent you in the purchase of a home. We recently worked with Greg in the purchase of a small cabin, and although it was not an expensive home, Greg's attention, follow-through and advice was excellent. Greg assisted us in communication to get the right offer in place, and there were obligations on the Seller that Greg greatly assisted in making sure everything was accomplished before closing. We would make Greg our first choice should we need to sell our home or purchase a new one."
5 out of 5 stars
Sten Andersson - June 16, 2023
Agent: Greg Hill
"Excellent support from Greg Hill during the entire process. We walked into his office with no appointment 4-5 weeks ago, since then he worked with us finding a location (and lot) that would fit the needs for us, our kids and grandkids to build a vacation home. We appreciate Greg 's expertise related this East Texas area, how to purchase a lot and the future process related to building a house i.e what to think about related to placing the house, finding a designer, a good builder etc etc. He also walked the lot with us, survey in hand, locating the 4 corner points for us to be comfortable with the lot. Thanks for great support."
5 out of 5 stars
Freda Goerner - January 19, 2023
Agent: John A. Jarvis
"Ample means of advertising allowed for quick interest from buyers. Our property hit MSL listings on a Wed & by Sat we had 4 offers. Very satisfied w/Lone Star Realty. "
5 out of 5 stars
Yelena Chepilka - September 19, 2022
Agent: Kathy Blackstead
"When my family decided to sell our house, we began to look for a good realtor. We were blessed to meet Kathy Blackstead from Lone Star Realty. In addition to 30 years experience of working in our area she is a very honest and kind person. It was so comfortable to discuss any issues regarding real estate market with her. We are grateful to her for patience and willingness to help. I highly recommend Kathy to anyone looking for a great realtor. "
5 out of 5 stars
Kandy Kaukygyyt - July 5, 2022
Agent: Kathy Blackstead
"Kathy was fantastic to work with on the purchase of our property. Ask for Kathy, she is the best."
5 out of 5 stars
Sheri Christensen - June 15, 2022
Agent: Tracey Pitre
"In this market especially, it is so easy to find a realtor. It's a seller's market; no need to be picky about your choice of realtor since selling will not be a problem, right? WRONG! Even in a seller's market, choosing the right realtor makes all the difference in the world! Problems can and do arise in just about every scenario and it was important to me to choose a realtor that I knew had years and years of experience and most likely had seen it all at one time or another. Tracey fit the bill plus more. Tracey has dedicated her life to her career and knows the real estate business inside and out. Additionally, she has no problem taking the time necessary out of her busy schedule to make you feel valued and important, to hear out all your ideas and discuss strategies, and in all honesty make you feel as though you are working with a trusted friend. There is a reason Tracey has consistently earned the trust of her clients and has such a lengthy and proven track record of being a top producer in the industry -- she truly is passionate about what she does! From the first contact to the final transaction, Tracey shows her knowledge, dedication, and professionalism at every step. I honestly cannot imagine navigating through any real estate transaction without Tracey's experience in my corner. I highly recommend choosing Tracey for any real estate endeavor you are considering! A Thousand Percent -- Thumbs Up!!"
5 out of 5 stars
Lance Droste - June 9, 2022
Agent: David Altom
"David Altom is a great professional realtor who was able to get me multiple cash offers on my property and sell it within 5 days, well above list price! David made every step easy and communicated perfectly with me, without any surprises at closing! He knows how to successfully market properties. I highly recommend David!"
5 out of 5 stars
Antonio Kiefer - June 8, 2022
Agent: Tracey Pitre
"Amazing Realtor that has helped me Sell and Buy 8 homes since 2013. I am Retired Military and a Disabled Vet. I only use VA Loans which the process is harder than Traditional loans. Not all Realtors are knowledgeable when it comes to the VA loans, but Tracey is very responsive and gets thru it. Takes great pics and knows the East Tx market well. I purchased my forever home, but if I ever Sell or Buy again, I would only Call Tracey Pitre. I personally recommend this Realtor to anyone whether a Beginner or Veteran to purchasing. In this Tough Stressful Market, having a good Realtor really does make it less Stressful."
5 out of 5 stars
Maddy G. - June 8, 2022
Agent: David Altom
"I was at the end of my rope in the search for a house, and I am so glad Mr. Altom answered the phone the day I called. He was kind, professional, steered me away from several options that would have been huge mistakes, and generally made my home-buying process as smooth as possible. He was careful to walk me through all the steps and issues to expect. He worked hard to keep communication open and make sure I was able to meet deadlines, even in the evenings or on weekends. He was also a truly wonderful advocate for my interests in the negotiating process, providing recommendations but honoring my preferences and handling all difficult conversations with the seller's team. I was able to go to closing with confidence that I had found the perfect home, and I cannot recommend Lone Star Realty highly enough!"
5 out of 5 stars
Philip - May 16, 2022
Agent: Tracey Pitre
"“My wife (Pam) and I consider Tracey Pitre to be a truly great real estate agent. Tracey handled the sale of my wife's parent's home/property on our behalf ending with a 5 Star rating. Tracey's experience, knowledge, marketing tactics, negotiation skills, closing rates, rural property expertise, professional connections, and availability are very superior and far above the pack. Tracey's documented realtor's historical and long-standing statistical track record is spot on. Tracey Pitre is truly a top realtor and one of if not the best. “"
5 out of 5 stars
Peg Patton - April 27, 2022
Agent: John A. Jarvis
"As always, John Jarvis and his team do an exceptional job for their customers and I am no exception. Thanks to John and his team."
5 out of 5 stars
Les Smith - April 25, 2022
Agent: John A. Jarvis
"My wife and I have had the pleasure of working with John Jarvis on two occasions. John and his staff met all of our needs and expectations in selling our properties. If you want to sell or buy property around the Lake Fork area, you can't go wrong with LONE STAR REALTY and John Jarvis."
5 out of 5 stars
Jim Beard - April 19, 2022
Agent: John A. Jarvis
"John Jarvis and Lone Star Realty did an outstanding job during our recent purchase at Lake Lydia. He was always prompt responding to anything we needed and made the entire process go very smooth. I would highly recommend him to anyone, we could not have expected any more than he provided to us."
5 out of 5 stars
D.W. - February 17, 2022
Agent: Kathy Blackstead
"Kathy Blackstead was wonderful to work with. Absolutely professional, patient with me, & worked hard to get me the best possible deal. I heartily recommend her for your real estate needs. "
5 out of 5 stars
Patrick Genovese - January 17, 2022
Agent: John A. Jarvis
"We highly recommend John Jarvis and his team for real estate needs. We found every aspect of working with Lone Star Realty to be positive from start to finish. John consistently delivered every commitment to make the process of selling our home smooth and efficient. He went above and beyond expectations and we are very pleased with the outcome."
5 out of 5 stars
Roxanne Raber - November 19, 2021
Agent: John A. Jarvis
"I highly recommend the team of Barbara Jarvis & John Jarvis at Lone Star Realty. They sold our home in 2 days and jumped through hoops to get me in a new home. They are professional, responsive, and definitely know their business! I wouldn't buy or sell a property in this area without contacting them."
5 out of 5 stars
Shari Eriksen - October 15, 2021
Agent: John A. Jarvis
"John Jarvis and his staff were most accommodating and professional handling the sale of our property. I would not hesitate to use John again."
5 out of 5 stars
Randy Godfrey - October 1, 2021
Agent: Kristine Samples
"Kristine was a pleasure to work with while walking us through the process of selling our lot. She was always there to answer questions and very helpful. I would definitely use her again."
5 out of 5 stars
D.C. - August 30, 2021
Agent: John A. Jarvis
"Great job. Thanks. "
5 out of 5 stars
Gabe Herron - July 9, 2021
Agent: John A. Jarvis
"As my husband and I plan our move to Texas from out of state, having experts like John and his team is invaluable as we look for our perfect home. John knows his stuff, he's not pushy and his intentions are to help you find the best home for your family - plus he's really fun to be around! I'm most impressed with John's responsiveness. He got back in touch with us right away and provides us with regular updates of homes that meet our criteria. Unlike other agents who don't return calls or push you to homes that fit our needs, John really has his client's best interest at heart."
5 out of 5 stars
-W.F. - May 24, 2021
Agent: Kristine Samples
""Very thoughtful to our requests. Worked hard to sell and was extremely courteous and professional also. Highly recommended""
5 out of 5 stars
Clint and Tamara Jenkins - May 12, 2021
Agent: Kathy Blackstead
"Kathy Blackstead is a Rockstar!!! She was patient, kind and caring, as we searched for our retirement property ... a property that was a blank canvas to build our dream home and near family. Her dedication and tenacity lead to an early closing and a seamless process. Her constant communication was excellent! Next step ... designing a home and land improvements!!"
5 out of 5 stars
C & L - April 27, 2021
Agent: Kathy Blackstead
"10/10 would recommend Mrs. Kathy at Lone Star Realty!! She was so helpful in finding our dream home. Especially for first time home buyers. She was absolutely amazing!! She made buying a home 10 times easier!! "
5 out of 5 stars
The Birdwell's - March 1, 2021
Agent: Keeley Roan
"Keeley was great, easy to work with and the ultimate professional. I highly recommend her for your Rel Estate needs."
5 out of 5 stars
Nick & Sandra Thomas - February 11, 2021
Agent: Kathy Blackstead
"We discovered Kathy purely by chance but it turned out to be a highly fruitful relationship! Kathy helped us navigate through numerous properties in East Texas to finally find a lot for our new dream house. Throughout the search and buying process we found Kathy to be highly responsive to our needs and knowledgeable on the detail of purchasing land, especially when it came to looking out for pitfalls. We would have no hesitation in recommending Kathy as a realtor for anyone looking to acquire real estate in East Texas. She was a delight to work with."
5 out of 5 stars
Danny and Penny Ehmann - January 19, 2021
Agent: Kathy Blackstead
"Very rarely do I do reviews unless I feel the service is exceptional, in this case it was extraordinary! Over the years my wife and I have utilized the services of many realtors. Kathy Blackstead is by far the very best. For those of you that have sold unique properties, it may pose many challenges. Our property located in Quitman, TX, consisted of wooded 20 acres, Barndominium, Camp kitchen, and other customized structures. To begin, I interviewed four agents. I knew in the first five minutes Kathy would serve my wife and I well. One thing I have noticed over the years, many realtors promise certain things and lack follow through. Kathy provided services we never experienced before and did not expect this because during the interview she presented realistic ideas. From inception to closing of the sale, Kathy was totally hands on. To optimize the sale, she proposed ideas my wife and I never thought of and implemented many of those herself. The husband and wife who are now owners of the property were experienced buyers and very thorough. Throughout the process there were a variety of inspectors, survey requests, and detailed questions regarding the property. To rectify and facilitate what needed to be done, Kathy took it upon herself to do research, contact vendors and contractors. She even helped set up the appointments for them to meet with my wife and I. Kathy was very thorough and detailed with consistent communications with us, title companies and etc. In conclusion I told Kathy “rarely do I give out GOLD STARS, and you get a big one” In utmost sincerity, I would highly recommend Kathy Blackstead your first consideration. Warmly, Danny and Penny Ehmann "
5 out of 5 stars
WB and DB - November 3, 2020
Agent: John A. Jarvis
"Lone Star Realty exceeded any prior realtor experiences we have had over the years. We found John Jarvis and his team including Crystal to be on top of every detail. We would not have got the beautiful house we bought without their expertise . Thanks again Lone Star Realty! "
5 out of 5 stars
Ray Patterson - October 26, 2020
Agent: Kristine Samples
"Just a few weeks ago listed my property with Kristine. Within 18 hours she had 4 offers that was above our asking price. Kristine is very polite and very professional. She is always there to answer her phone. She is a pleasure to do business with and I look forward to listing property with Kristine in the future. "
5 out of 5 stars
Beth Pianori - October 14, 2020
Agent: John A. Jarvis
"Lone Star Realty is professional and very responsive. We highly recommend them!"
5 out of 5 stars
Willie Koo - September 30, 2020
Agent: John A. Jarvis
"Over several years, the property in Texas received multiple unsolicited offers. Some didn’t seem too awful. But once the decision was made to sell, we engaged John Jarvis at Lone Star Realty. From the first conversation, it was clear that John was an experienced professional that clearly understood the market. He laid out a plan and told us what to expect. Within a reasonable timeframe, we received 2 offers. Both were attractive and at least 2 times higher than the unsolicited offers. Rather than pushing for a sale, he suggested waiting. John described how the different seasons impact the scenery of the land and recommended until the weather improved to attract a better offer. To be clear, had we wished to take either offer, he would have acted on our behalf. We chose to take John’s advice and wait. His understanding of the market was accurate. The latest offer we received and accepted was 33% higher than the initial offers. That was a significant improvement and higher than we had anticipated. However, the transaction was complicated due to multiple factors. While we were experiencing frustrations, John always remained calm, encouraging, and provided sound advice. I suspect many other agents may have given up in frustration, but John never wavered. John Jarvis was the ideal agent for us. His insight, proactive approach, attention to detail, keeping us informed, and ultimately finding us the right buyer at the right price was remarkable!"
5 out of 5 stars
David H. - September 21, 2020
Agent: Kristine Samples
"Great agent! Kept me updated throughout the process. Communication was outstanding! "
5 out of 5 stars
Sandra Sullivan - September 20, 2020
Agent: Tracey Pitre
"Tracey was my agent recently on the sell of my home in Emory and I could not have been more pleased with her professionalism and the personal attention that she gave me. She listened to all my concerns and always went the second mile to address these concerns. She was not only my agent; but, became my friend. I certainly would give her a 5 Star rating and would gladly refer her service to my family and friends. Thank you, Tracey."
5 out of 5 stars
Paul & Jó Anne Tartaglia - August 31, 2020
Agent: Tracey Pitre
"We’re giving 5 STAR shout out to Tracey Pitre. We recently closed on a new home at Lake Fork and Tracey was our agent. We didn’t know any agents in the area and took a chance with Tracey having seen her episode on HGTV. She was awesome from the first showing which took place on short notice during 4 of July weekend. We had narrowed our property choices online and put contract on one of the two homes we visited. Tracey handled all the contract details flawlessly and since she is so well connected in the East Texas area, getting recommendations for all services from title company to pest inspections was a snap. The process from contact to close was difficult but Tracey managed all the issues with the seller and the mortgage broker. At the end, we are very happy with the property and really appreciate all of Tracey’s help in securing it. If you are looking an agent in East Texas Lakes area we highly recommend Tracey Pitre"
5 out of 5 stars
The Hilderbrand’s - August 19, 2020
Agent: Kathy Blackstead
"We recently purchased a home with the help of Kathy Blackstead at Lone Star Realty. She was very helpful in getting the arrangements made to look at houses and goes above and beyond for her clients. She’s nice, easy to work with, and had good feedback about the houses and the ins-and-outs of buying a home. I will be calling her in the future if we ever need to buy/sell again. Thank you Kathy for helping us find our new home! "
5 out of 5 stars
Shewaunee - August 7, 2020
Agent: Tammy Cepak
"Where do I start, Tammie was a phone call or a email away! The level of professionalism made me feel like I was purchasing a million-dollar home! It was a small piece of land but she treated me like I was her only client. This is the beginning of something great."
5 out of 5 stars
Justin Sliva - August 6, 2020
Agent: John A. Jarvis
"Have used John and team on multiple deals, would highly recommend them and they have become my go to in East TX!"
5 out of 5 stars
Curt Lightle - July 30, 2020
Agent: John A. Jarvis
"Positive: Professionalism, Quality Everything went as expected, pleasant and professional."
5 out of 5 stars
Ann N. - July 28, 2020
Agent: Kristine Samples
"We’ve worked with Kristine Samples as a buyer’s agent twice in the past three years. She first assisted our family in finding a lake front property on Lake Fork. Most recently, she helped with locating recreational land nearby. Kristine is very knowledgeable with the surrounding areas, understanding of our needs, very responsive, and extremely easy to work with. She is our go-to person for all of our real estate needs. We highly recommend Kristine Samples. "
5 out of 5 stars
Judith A. Davis - June 30, 2020
Agent: Kathy Blackstead
"Kathy Blackstead provided excellent support while I was administering the sale of my brother's property in Lake Fork. She promptly responded when I contacted her, came to the property, toured it, provided comps and her assessment for sales price. At that point, we were not quite ready to put the property on the market, since some repairs needed to be done, and a roommate was still living there. Once the final move occurred, Kathy promptly worked with me and my contractor to get inspections and repairs done. She sent me the proposed listing information (which I approved immediately) and began to show the property. Kathy stayed with me every step of the way through final sale. Kathy is one of the most professional real estate agents I've ever worked with. I highly recommend her services."
5 out of 5 stars
Bill & Ann Carpenter - June 23, 2020
Agent: Kathy Blackstead
"Kathy has been putting up with us for the past few years. We used her for the purchase of our past 2 houses and selling one. We could NOT be happier with her professionalism, attention to detail and working for our benefit. She was very attentive to our needs and also made sure every T was crossed and I was dotted on the many many papers we had to review and submit. Kathy was always very sweet, kind and compassionate. She goes above and beyond for her clients. We highly recommend her to anyone looking to buy or sell!!"
5 out of 5 stars
Debra S. - March 31, 2020
Agent: Kristine Samples
"Working with Kristine was a pleasure. She kept us updated at all times. Always answered our calls promptly and any questions we may have had. We would highly recommend her services."
5 out of 5 stars
Stephanie Sullivan - March 15, 2020
Agent: Tracey Pitre
"Tracey was our listing agent as well as our buying agent. She sold our home in a day. When selling our home, she was very thorough with comps from area, so we felt knowledgeable and confident about our asking price. The photographs of the home and property description were amazingly professional. After the selling our home, we used her as our realtor for purchasing a new home. Not only did we need a home for us and our mother who is getting older, but she had to satisfy a very picky, OCD husband. She was amazingly patient and encouraging. She is very knowledgeable about the area, but if there was something she didn't know, she never hesitated to find out about properties when we needed more information. We would definitely use Tracy again, and I would recommend her as a listing and buying agent. Thank you again, Tracey. We love our new home!"
5 out of 5 stars
Ron and Dee Ingram - March 2, 2020
Agent: Kathy Blackstead
"My wife and I contacted Kathy on a Saturday morning about 30 days ago. She listened to what we were looking for and showed us a couple of beautiful homes. As good fortune sometimes happens, we fell in love with the first house that she showed us. We made an offer that day. Kathy walked us through the sometimes process – to satisfy every government entity and attorney in East Texas. 30 days later … we are moving into our New Old East Texas Home. Thank you Kathy for you Professionalism, Knowledge and tireless attention to detail."
5 out of 5 stars
Colleen - February 24, 2020
Agent: Kristine Samples
"Kristine helped us buy a new home on Lake Fork, then very quickly sell our home on Lake Lydia. We were under contract in 4 days, and just closed. Her photographer was amazing, and definitely made our home look gorgeous. Our buyers fell in love immediately. She also helped us find the right asking price, and we were thrilled at the fast turn around. I highly recommend Kristine, and will use her again! She’s professional and thorough and wonderful to work with. "
5 out of 5 stars
Chris Foster - February 17, 2020
Agent: John A. Jarvis
"My beautiful 1930s home had been on the market for two years with some showings but not luck. A friend recommended John Jarvis of Lone Star Realty even though she didn't even know him; his name was known around the lake community where she lived. John met with me immediately and put a marketing plan in motion that included a professional photographer for an extraordinary representation of the house. The listing was promoted in many markets, scheduling agents were professional, and reports were sent to me regularly. Within two weeks there were two offers-one over list. John worked tirelessly during the process and closing went through. John's office manager, Crystal, was a delight to work with and so professional. John then worked with me on the purchase of acreage to build my forever home. John made recommendations for new construction must-haves as well as a list of area builders and what to expect. If you have a real estate need, John Jarvis is the realtor who can get it done."
5 out of 5 stars
Paula Moses - November 14, 2019
Agent: John A. Jarvis
"It was a pleasure to work with John. He truly listened to our criteria for selection and priorities. His insight on homes on our interest list helped us easily narrow the list and we were rapidly able to identify the primary home of interest. He was an outstanding guide in our negotiations and purchase. John made the house hunting process both fun and successful. I would highly recommend him to anyone purchasing a home. "
5 out of 5 stars
Colleen - November 13, 2019
Agent: Kristine Samples
"I went on Realtor.com, found the house I liked, and contacted the listing agent - Kristine Samples. She showed us that house, and we really liked her so we continued to work with her until we found a home to purchase. We will be using Kristine to sell our current home."
5 out of 5 stars
Lou and Evelyn Cole - November 12, 2019
Agent: John A. Jarvis
"John, You're the best realtor that I have ever used to sell a home. Evelyn and I have sold and bought homes going all the way back to 1972 living in Houston. Thanks for every thing, and you and your family have a wonderful Thanksgiving and Christmas. "
5 out of 5 stars
Craig Weems - November 5, 2019
Agent: John A. Jarvis
"John Jarvis has done an excellent job of marketing our properties in the last two years. We recommend him highly."
5 out of 5 stars
Richard Stefani - October 31, 2019
Agent: Crystal Deloney
"Long story short. This realty service, went an extra 1000 miles to help sell our property in spite of the 3 month delays brought upon by we the sellers of property that was only worth $25K. They put in a lot of effort for a mere 3% profit to their pocket. Outstanding service !!!!!!"
5 out of 5 stars
Debra Heddin - October 31, 2019
Agent: John A. Jarvis
"Lone Star Realty is the best! John and his team were professional, efficient and provided excellent customer service."
5 out of 5 stars
Donna Jacks - October 31, 2019
Agent: John A. Jarvis
"Lone Star Realty is the best, I have used them more than once. They work hard for you and make you feel like family."
5 out of 5 stars
P.F. - October 29, 2019
Agent: Rodney Duplechain
"Rodney helped us find our home in HLR. Above and beyond!"
5 out of 5 stars
Rob - July 15, 2019
Agent: Kathy Blackstead
""Working with Lone Star Realty during purchase of our lake front property, Kathy Blackstead brought her professional experience, consistent reassurance and practical problem solving to successfully close our offer, on time. Thank you for helping create a new home and amazing opportunities.""
5 out of 5 stars
Lewis and Sherry - April 30, 2019
Agent: John A. Jarvis
"John Jarvis and Crystal were always in communication with us. John's marketing plan was explained well in the first meeting. It was exactly what I had hoped. His photography was spectacular. Since we had invested so much in the home and property we were shooting for the moon in order to recover as much as possible. We settled for what I believe was a fair price. John led us through all the ups and downs. He was there for us every step of the way. We are happy and we recommend Lone Star Realty to our friends and neighbors. "
5 out of 5 stars
Duane VanOverbeke - April 15, 2019
Agent: Kathy Blackstead
"Anyone looking for a very good real estate agent I strongly recommend you call Kathy Blackstead at Lone Star Realty in Emory Texas. In dealing with Kathy I found her to be very professional, very understanding and very, very good at keeping me updated on what was happening with the sale of our real estate. I am also very happy with how quick our real estate sold. A satisfied client. "
5 out of 5 stars
John Jarvis - April 12, 2019
Agent: Kathy Blackstead
"Kathy is very professional and knowledgeable, a pleasure to work with. Very easy to communicate with and I will rely on her if I ever need a Realtor again . I highly recommend her."
5 out of 5 stars
Clint Wilmany - April 12, 2019
Agent: Kathy Blackstead
" Yes we are very happy that we got the land. Of all the sales people I’ve had to deal with in the last year, none of them was on my side. And I honestly felt you was. I know very little of the legal and standard procedures. I felt very comfortable with this one. Even when I thought I was going in to title office alone, you showed up. I’m sure after all said and done you didn’t make much , if anything. But you still kept me from being nervous. So Kathy I thank you for your time and efforts . "
5 out of 5 stars
Anita Owen - February 22, 2019
Agent: David Altom
"David Altom was able to find us a perfect property on Lake Fork. We highly recommend working with him to find your next home."
5 out of 5 stars
Kim Ghearing - January 10, 2019
Agent: Kristine Samples
"Very professional. Kristine listened to our requests and showed us exactly what we were looking for. The whole process was very smooth due to her hard work. We definitely recommend Kristine to everyone who is buying or selling. She went above and beyond to help us!"
5 out of 5 stars
Melanie Raj - January 10, 2019
Agent: Kristine Samples
"Kristine is very helpful and she works well with my schedule. I would recommend her to anyone that wanted to buy a house in this area."
5 out of 5 stars
Wally Griffin - January 10, 2019
Agent: Kristine Samples
"Kristine Samples is over the top when it comes to being a good representative of her profession. Goes out of her way to help and is very responsive to all e-mails and questions asked of her. I strongly recommend her when buying a home as she is so knowledgeable about the do’s and don’ts of the trade. I happened on her by chance and find that I was so fortunate to have her respond to my e-mail about a home near her. Thanks Kristine,"
5 out of 5 stars
Larry Jones - January 10, 2019
Agent: Kristine Samples
"Very good job. Worked very hard to find my place."
5 out of 5 stars
Bob Durham - January 10, 2019
Agent: Kristine Samples
"I would recommend Kristine to anyone looking to buy or sell property in the Lake Fork area. She was prompt in replying to all questions. Our purchase took a couple of years to find the right property and complete the deal. She was always patient and our advocate."
5 out of 5 stars
Dan Frederick - January 10, 2019
Agent: Kristine Samples
"Great to work with Kristine! I was kept up to date at all times when selling my lot which was important to me as I live several states away."
5 out of 5 stars
Rod Coate - January 10, 2019
Agent: Kristine Samples
"Kristine was outstanding. I live out of the state and she kept me informed of everything. Every question I had she answered and was always quick to responding to my email and calls. I would definitely recommend her to ANYONE that needs a great agent."
5 out of 5 stars
Leta Dawson - January 10, 2019
Agent: Kristine Samples
"Highly recommend Kristine if you are looking for an agent. We worked with her for 2+ years trying to find exactly what we wanted. She spent several days taking us around to look at homes and was so helpful during the process. Responds to emails almost immediately. Can't say enough good things about her."
5 out of 5 stars
Vincent Cangemi - January 8, 2019
Agent: Dana Barrett
" Dana Barrett knows her real estate. I’ve dealt with Dana for 15 years and she was very helpful with land in East Texas that I had to sell. I recommended her to a friend in Ouray Co. when he was looking for land and she was working in Ridgeway Colorado. If you need a realtor you can count on Dana for getting the job done."
5 out of 5 stars
Ryan Hazlewood - December 19, 2018
Agent: Lone Star Realty
"Lone Star Realty is the best!"
5 out of 5 stars
Hugh & Sonia Dawson - December 17, 2018
Agent: Kathy Blackstead
"It was a pleasure to work with Kathy. She was a trooper and stuck with us through it all: driving all over the country side, wandering through the woods in the heat of the Texas summer, answering our countless questions and inquiries for property information. We kept assuring her we would find something we liked and please don't give up on us. She didn't and we did! Thanks for helping us make this happen."
5 out of 5 stars
Paul and Paula Moses - December 9, 2018
Agent: John A. Jarvis
"It was a pleasure to work with John and his team. They are very professional, knowledgeable, and efficient. The made the process of purchasing a new home fun. We recommend them are confident you will be pleased with their service."
5 out of 5 stars
Carlita Griffith - November 7, 2018
Agent: Dana Barrett
"I cannot say enough about my dear friend Dana Barrett. She’s beautiful inside and out and is a wonderful real estate agent. She puts her clients needs as the highest priority and works tirelessly on their behalf. You have found a friend that is in your side when you use Dana for your real estate needs. You’ll be glad you did! "
5 out of 5 stars
Sharon Eriksen - November 6, 2018
Agent: Dana Barrett
"We bought our current home through Dana at Lone Star Realty. She was very thorough in handling the details of the transaction and always attentive to our questions and needs. We were very happy with Dana and would recommend her highly for the sale or purchase of a home."
5 out of 5 stars
Derek Carillo - November 3, 2018
Agent: Dana Barrett
"I've known Dana Barrett for over 20 years! She is extremely knowledgeable and passionate in her field of real estate! She is a hard worker and will go the extra mile for her clients! Dana is very friendly and professional!! Please call Dana and let her work her magic!!"
5 out of 5 stars
Cruz R. - October 31, 2018
Agent: Dana Barrett
"I’ve known Dana Barrett for over 45 Years. She has always been so wonderful and caring. Always sensitive to others needs. Definitely trustworthy person and honored to know her."
5 out of 5 stars
Karen O. - October 31, 2018
Agent: Dana Barrett
"Dana is the nicest realtor I’ve ever worked with. She worked tirelessly to find a home for me. She drove hundreds of miles, never complaining. We had many good laughs and she made the search fun. Although I eventually decided to move to the next state over, she was very gracious. Dana is a beautiful person, inside and out! She is honest and smart, knows her real estate and you’ll be lucky to have her as your realtor. We continue to be friends and keep in touch, 11 years later!"
5 out of 5 stars
David Sawyer - September 17, 2018
Agent: John A. Jarvis
"I've known John and Barbara Jarvis for over 20 years. I have bought 4 pieces of property using John as my agent, one includes the house I now live in on Lake Fork. The 3 other properties were bought for investment purposes. One was a lake front lot in Lands End, one was a 80 acre piece of land outside of Alba and the last one was a 34 acre piece of land outside of Yantis I subdivided into 12 different lots, 9 being lake front lots on Lake Fork. John knew everything that I needed to know to subdivide this land and actually did the leg work getting this property surveyed and platted and approved by Wood County. As of today, I closed on the last of the 12 lots bring to a end a world wind trip I have experienced with John over the last 20 years. For now this trip has come to a end but not the friendship my wife and I have with John and Barbara. It has always been a pleasure to work with John. If you want to buy or sell a home or a piece of property, I will tell you that you can't find any one person better than John or actually anyone at Lone Star Realty for that matter."
5 out of 5 stars
Penny Heddin - September 11, 2018
Agent: John A. Jarvis
"John & Crystal were timely, thorough, and congenial. Choosing Lone Star Realty to handle our recent property sale was spot on!"
5 out of 5 stars
Jan Arduini Byrum - September 4, 2018
Agent: David Altom
"John Jarvis of Lone Star Realty referred us to his waterfront agent Dave Altom. After many months of looking and a lot of me saying, no - yukky lot, kitchen not big enough, want more trees, need a more open floor plan, want a deep-water cove…If I could just move "that" house on "this" lot…(you get the idea) we were frustrated & beginning to wonder if our home really existed on Lake Fork... I found out Dave has LOTS of patience for picky buyers & he kept advising us to be patient; that we would find that house that was meant for us. Dave tirelessly showed us homes, pulled up data on neighborhoods & deed restrictions, answered questions, fielded phone calls & emails & provided information about waterfront…And he was right – we DID find our dream home! He guided us through a very stressful multiple offer situation & then assisted us in a tricky repairs negotiation. Dave knows the area - If you are looking in the Lake Fork area, I would strongly recommend giving Dave Altom a call! "
5 out of 5 stars
Donna McFarland - August 29, 2018
Agent: David Altom
"David Altom was a wonderful agent to work with. He was thorough, professional, dependable, honest, and courteous. We have sold many homes in the past and this sale was the easiest, smoothest ever!"
5 out of 5 stars
R. Wood - Emory, TX - August 20, 2018
Agent: Crystal Deloney
"" Lone Star Realty needs a 10 star rating if that was ever possible. I worked with Lone Star Realty to purchase the Emory home and a few years later when we needed to sell the home I immediately called Lone Star Realty and listed the property with Crystal DeLoney who worked tirelessly to market and sell the property and assisted very professionally all the way to and through closing. Crystal and Lone Star Realty are without a doubt the top notch "real" professionals in the area and I (we) will always recommend them to everyone. Absolutely satisfied in every way with the service. Crystal WILL get the job done professionally The best choice in the area for true values and professional service!" "
5 out of 5 stars
Amanda - August 13, 2018
Agent: Kathy Blackstead
"Hi John, I'm writing to let you know something that probably won't be any surprise to you… Kathy Blackstead is a total ROCKSTAR! Just completed a transaction with her in Mineola (Hickory Creek Estates) and her hard work and dedication to excellence made a huge difference toward success for all parties. Too often, we only hear complaints. I am so happy to be able to extend this compliment, as it was hard-earned and well deserved. Thank you as well for your support during the transaction, as I understand you helped us make some needed connections with folks in the subdivision. With respect, gratitude and admiration, Amanda "
5 out of 5 stars
Rich Stefani - August 3, 2018
Agent: Crystal Deloney
"Crystal DeLoney, was amazing. There were some real hurdles to selling this property related to “US” partnership sellers due to a recent divorcee by one of us. Fortunately we had a patient buyer who allowed us to postpone the sale a number of times. More importantly we had a real estate agent that was patient in almost daily phone calls, text messaging or email updates. This sale was under $30K & therefor did not amount to much of a commission to her or the business. She could have easily & wisely spent her time on more lucrative commission opportunities if that was what she was about. When is the last time you heard of someone tipping their real estate agent $150 for working so hard on their behalf? John has a Crystal star in Lone Star. My guess is his entire staff is customer satisfaction oriented with great personalities. "
5 out of 5 stars
Tish and Kevin Ledbetter - February 20, 2018
Agent: Kathy Blackstead
"We had not sold land before and we were a little apprehensive. We also wanted to be very sensitive to our neighbors, who were our family during this transaction. Our experience working with Kathy was awesome. I am also a real estate agent but retired and pretty picky about service, but Kathy exceeded our expectations. Kathy kept us very informed during the listing and our sale. It was a quick and great experience. We will definitely tell others who might need her help. Thanks Kathy!"
5 out of 5 stars
Brytany and Jeremy - February 13, 2018
Agent: Kathy Blackstead
"Kathy is so wonderful to work with! She is very detailed and knowledgeable. Always makes time for her clients and goes above and beyond the clients needs. My husband and I really enjoyed working with her. I would highly recommend her to anyone! "
5 out of 5 stars
Brytany Blackstead - February 13, 2018
Agent: Kathy Blackstead
"Kathy is so wonderful to work with! She is always willing to help and make time for her clients. Very detailed and knowledgeable. She always goes above and beyond the clients needs. Very familiar with the east Texas area. I highly recommend her to anyone!"
5 out of 5 stars
Randy Danner - January 29, 2018
Agent: John A. Jarvis
"Recently switched from Century21 to Lone Star Realty and John Jarvis. Working with John and the Agents of Lone Star Realty is a fantastic experience. The Professionalism and Caring nature my fellow Agents is exciting and rewarding. I am looking forward to a long and enriching career with John Jarvis and Lone Star Realty."
5 out of 5 stars
Jeff & Shylo W - December 28, 2017
Agent: Kathy Blackstead
"We had found Lone Star Realty and Kathy Blackstead when helping my parents find a place on Lake Fork. They were making a 700 mile move. She worked very diligently in meeting my parents needs under tight time restraints. We were so thoroughly impressed with Kathy's work ethic, professionalism and integrity it was the obvious decision when we ourselves were looking for a lake property a year later. We were not disappointed. What seemed to be a simple real estate transaction, turned very complicated towards the end. She was knowledgeable and navigated us through the process always keeping us informed and our best interest in mind, while remaining patient and positive. We have bought and sold several homes in the past and Kathy has proved to be the best realtor we have encountered. We would highly recommend Kathy Blackstead to anyone looking for a real estate agent, we will always use her in any future transactions."
5 out of 5 stars
Dave Hollander - December 15, 2017
Agent: John A. Jarvis
"I found John and team very easy to work with, well informed, and very helpful in finding my little piece of heaven. I will happily work with them again if I have another real estate transaction to do!"
5 out of 5 stars
Clay Wallace - December 15, 2017
Agent: John A. Jarvis
"12 years ago my wife and I began the process of looking for property in East Texas. We became extremely frustrated with the lack of help we received from numerous realtors until we met John. John became much more than a realtor but a friend. Three years ago we purchase another property in East Texas. We didn't even consider calling any one else. John and his team care about their customers. I highly recommend Lone Star Realty."
5 out of 5 stars
Chris Fetner - December 14, 2017
Agent: John A. Jarvis
"Best realtor in E. Texas. Had a house for sale for 7 years by multiple realtors. John Jarvis sold the house in less than two years. He is smart, professional, and knows how to sell."
5 out of 5 stars
Bob A. - December 14, 2017
Agent: John A. Jarvis
"I live in the Gulf Coast area of Texas so I've not yet had the need to visit the Lone Star Realty personally. With internet one can conduct a lot of business without the necessity of travel. John Jarvis and I have had a long relationship but we have not yet met. I'm the kind of client that most realtors have to hate. My search started about 10 years ago and then had a few 'life interruptions' that postponed me for a while. I was so impressed with John's patience as there were a couple of others who dropped off the screen a while ago. He has always been the consummate professional in all of our interactions and I am hopeful to be buying property through him soon. The time is finally arriving."
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