Looking for a Great Listing Agent? See What Sellers Who Worked With Annie Clougherty Are Saying
When it comes to selling a home, almost every real estate agent will tell you they have the best marketing, the strongest negotiating skills, and the experience to get the job done.
But what do the homeowners who have actually worked with them have to say?
I've been in local Newport Beach real estate since 2004, and over the years, I've helped homeowners navigate very different selling situations throughout Coastal Orange County.
Some properties needed extensive preparation. Others required creative marketing, difficult negotiations, or carefully coordinated closings. Some sellers were moving after decades in the same home, while others were selling investment properties or buying and selling simultaneously.
Through changing markets, evolving technology, and different economic conditions, my commitment has remained the same: to continually raise the bar for my clients and for what people should expect from their real estate representation.
Here are some of the experiences sellers have shared over the years.
2018: Coordinating a Sale and Purchase at the Same Time
Ebeach9 | Selling a Home in Two Days While Purchasing Another | May 2018
Buying and selling simultaneously can be one of the most stressful situations in real estate.
This client described how persistence, creativity, and communication helped them purchase their dream home while selling their existing property in just two days.
Coordinating two transactions requires more than simply finding a buyer and writing an offer on the next property.
Timing, contingencies, escrow deadlines, moving arrangements, and negotiations all need to work together.
For me, the goal is to make those moving parts feel manageable for the client, even when the transaction itself is complicated.
Read this client experience on Zillow
2019–2022: Preparing Properties and Navigating Unexpected Challenges
Zuser20170620090521365 | Property Preparation and a Successful Sale | November 2019
This seller described how my recommendations for improvements helped prepare their property for the market and contributed to a quicker sale.
Their review also emphasized accessibility and how the process felt positive and manageable.
Preparing a property doesn't always mean spending a significant amount of money. Sometimes a few thoughtful changes can make a meaningful difference in how buyers respond.
Cory H. | An Experienced Seller's Perspective | October 2020
Cory had sold multiple homes before working with our team.
In the review, Cory described this as the best home-selling experience they'd had.
Reviews like this are particularly meaningful because they come from people who have previous transactions to compare against.
My goal is never simply to meet the standard established by the industry. It's to continue improving the experience for every client we represent.
N O. | Working Through Unexpected Challenges | October 2022
Not every real estate transaction follows the original plan.
This client described a process that involved numerous unexpected developments and emphasized persistence, communication, and our team's ability to keep finding a way forward.
The real test of an agent's experience often comes when things don't go according to plan.
A seller deserves someone who will communicate clearly, evaluate the options, and continue advocating for their interests.
Amberseib | Selling a Newport Heights Rental Property | December 2022
Amber and her family were selling a rental property in Newport Heights that had experienced tenant-related damage.
The property needed attention before it could be introduced to the market.
Her review described how our team coordinated junk removal, repairs, utilities, staging, and marketing, including tasks the sellers hadn't initially anticipated.
For homeowners selling a rental property or a home that needs preparation, having a team that can help coordinate the details can make a significant difference.
I believe the seller's agent should help simplify the process, not add another layer of work for the homeowner.
Read these seller reviews on Zillow
2024: Strategic Preparation and Selling Above Asking Price
Alix and Brody | A Longtime Family Home | November 2024
Alix and Brody had owned their home for 23 years and needed to sell within a relatively short timeframe.
They hadn't sold a property in decades, and the process had changed considerably.
We developed a preparation strategy that included paint, carpet, repairs, cosmetic improvements, and staging.
Their review described the work involved and how the process was coordinated.
Less than two months after hiring our team, they closed escrow at $100,000 above the asking price, with additional favorable terms.
What makes this story meaningful isn't simply the sale price.
It's that the sellers had a goal, a timeframe, and a property that needed preparation. We developed a plan, coordinated the work, and positioned the home for the market.
I often tell sellers that pricing and presentation work together. Starting with the highest asking price isn't always the best strategy for achieving the strongest outcome.
Read Alix and Brody's Zillow review
What These Seller Experiences Tell You
These reviews span different markets, property types, and circumstances.
Some clients needed help coordinating a sale and purchase. Others needed advice about improvements, assistance with repairs, or guidance through complicated negotiations.
Some were experienced sellers. Others hadn't sold a home in decades.
What connects these stories is the expectation that their agent will provide more than a listing agreement and a marketing plan.
Sellers deserve honest pricing advice, thoughtful preparation, strategic marketing, consistent communication, and strong representation from the first conversation through closing.
I believe the best real estate agents should continually raise the bar, not simply repeat what worked in the past.
Technology changes. Markets change. Buyer expectations change. The way we market and sell homes needs to evolve with them.
But the fundamentals of great representation remain the same: knowing your market, understanding your client's priorities, telling the truth, working hard, and being accountable for the advice you give.
That's the standard I continue to hold myself and my team to.
What Should You Ask Before Hiring a Listing Agent?
If you're interviewing agents to sell your home, I encourage you to look beyond the suggested asking price.
Ask how the agent arrived at that price, what improvements they would recommend, how they plan to market the property, and how they handle negotiations and unexpected issues during escrow.
Ask about their experience with properties similar to yours.
Most importantly, read their client reviews and look for consistent patterns.
Do sellers mention communication? Preparation? Negotiation? Problem-solving? Do they describe an agent who was available when they needed advice?
A strong track record matters, but understanding the experience behind those results is equally important.
Read What More Sellers Have to Say
These are just some of the experiences shared by homeowners who have worked with me and my team.
I encourage you to read the original reviews and decide for yourself what matters most when choosing an agent.
- Read Annie Clougherty's Zillow Reviews
- Find Annie Clougherty's Google Reviews
- Explore Additional Client Testimonials
Whether you're preparing to sell now, considering a move in the future, or simply wondering what your property might be worth, I'm always happy to offer an informed perspective.
My goal is to be a trusted advisor long before and long after the transaction.
Annie Clougherty
Founding Agent, SERHANT. Orange County
Annie Clougherty Team
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