HOMES BY CONNECT

Fantastic experience: Katie Donovan is an exceptional realtor. She listens to seller and potential buyers and is very detailed oriented. When we had questions about a home’s septic system she researched town records, looking for engineering plans for a septic at the address. Finding none, she counseled us to make a offer contingent on a septic system inspection. Because there was no updated septic system, we countered with a lower offer. Katie is conscientious and carried through with every promise of help she offered. If you are looking for a Realtor, contact Katie. She will be your best advocate in your hunt for a new home.

Fantastic experience: Katy was awesome guiding us through the entire process of selling my uncle’s house after he moved in to assisted care. Living in another state, Katy did a great job of taking the initiative and lining everything up, but always checking in before moving forward. She could not have made it easier! She quickly found us a buyer and helped close the deal while I was able to take care of other things my uncle needed. She was very transparent and upfront about every consideration, making me feel very comfortable giving her all the authority she needed to get the job done quickly. I can’t recommend Katy highly enough! She’ll do an awesome job selling your house!! 👍

Fantastic experience: We were introduced to Katy by family members who have worked with her in the past and our experience with her was wonderful. We were looking to buy a home in Rhode Island; the fact that we live in Los Angeles meant that we were completely reliant on Katy to match us with suitable properties and she truly delivered. She found us the perfect house and we closed escrow on the property sight-unseen in July. We are not planning to move into the house until next year and Katy also found us the perfect tenants for us in the meantime. We would recommend her without any reservations whatsoever; we could not imagine a better experience.

Fantastic experience: Katy from Homes by Connect made selling our old home and finding a perfect new home a wonderful experience. The entire Homes by Connect team was helpful, communicative, and knowledgeable in every area you would think you need during the buying or selling process. Most importantly, Katy and her team truly cared about getting my family into the right home. If I were to ever move again I would no doubt go through Homes by Connect. I recommend them to anyone buying, selling, or renting.

Fantastic experience: Katy was so awesome! She is so knowledgeable and organized, she also knows the area so well! I would highly recommend her and her whole company! I am very pleased with my new home and my experience!

Fantastic experience: Katy was a rockstar. Helped us with timing and valuation. Took it to market. And worked amazingly hard all of the way until closing. I was truly and thoroughly impressed the team and will certainly be a lifelong client. Can’t thank them enough. Highly recommend

Fantastic experience: A HUGE thank you to Karen Dill, at Homes by Connect. We had a family legacy property to sell, and we are out-of-town sellers, so communication was key for us. Karen was outstanding from the beginning to the end of the process. We met with several brokers over a year ago, and chose Karen based on her professionalism, understanding of our situation, and her commitment to "stay the course" without pressuring us to move quickly. She is knowledgeable, efficient, and ready to go the extra mile for her clients. She was so patient with ALL my questions and concerns, Karen listened, offered suggestions, and allowed us time to make decisions. She was incredibly responsive to all communications (text/email/phone) which was so appreciated from long distance. Karen provided advice on "what to do" and "what NOT to do" with the AS-IS property and her advice was spot-on. We received a contract the FIRST day the house was listed and close tomorrow. I cannot thank Karen enough and HIGHLY recommend her as a realtor. Sandra and Larry Van Dessel

Fantastic experience: Amy was an absolute gem to work with! With only minimal input on what we were looking for (and with us multiple time zones away with no knowledge of the area), she quickly found several rental options that fit us perfectly and stayed under budget. The entire process was smooth, stress-free, and efficient. We couldn’t have asked for a better experience. Highly recommend! Very military friendly!

Fantastic experience: Katy helped us maneuver through the process of selling our family home. She gave us suggestions and accepted our decisions. Although we initially wanted to sell the house as-is, with her guidance we selected areas to fix up, and they made a huge impact on the property. She was always one step ahead of everything, resolved every obstacle, and made this process as smooth as possible. Katy was responsible, respectful, and professional… and we came to look at her as a friend.

Fantastic experience: We started working with Katy for the search of our first home! She did not disappoint!! If I could give 10 stars I absolutely would! From the first meeting to the closing of our home, Katy was there every single step of the way. She was readily available for questions, showings and so much more! Homes by connect truly will not leave you disappointed!

Fantastic experience: I am so thankful we used Home By Connect! My family had a wonderful experience with Katy. She was always looking out for our best interest. I would definitely recommend her to our friends and family.

Fantastic experience: What a blessing to have Katy help us find a home! Being from out-of-town, we relied on Katy’s wisdom and knowledge of the area. Katy listened, provided homes for us to tour immediately, and helped us find exactly what we needed. She was professional, friendly and gave great insider advice about the area. She even recommended delicious local restaurants and coffee shops that we enjoyed. We highly recommend working with Katy to find the perfect home!

Fantastic experience: I have only the BEST things to say about working with Katy. I really appreciate her kind and communicative way of working with us and her ability to be a great advocate for us, and also get into the weeds of assessing a property's pros/cons, flaws, heating and electrical systems, etc. I highly recommend working with Katy if you want a true team member on your side. And the ppl she brought into our team for inspections, lending, etc, were also all great. We’ve bought and sold in Newport, RI with Katy and team at Homes by Connect and absolutely will again.

Fantastic experience: It's always a pleasure working with Katy and her team! They're very professional and make sure to walk us through everything. Plus, it feels like a warm and friendly process. I highly recommend working with them.

Fantastic experience: I can't thank Amy Burnes enough for her incredible help and dedication! My partners' orders were unexpectedly moved up by 6 months, leaving us scrambling to find a short-term lease with a mid-month move-in date to avoid double rent. Amy went above and beyond; she found us the perfect place in just one week, and during the hectic holiday season no less! Her constant communication, thoughtful guidance, and calm expertise kept our stress levels in check throughout the entire process. As a military family navigating a PCS to Newport, we truly felt supported every step of the way. If you're looking for a home in the Newport area, especially if you're military , there is no one more qualified, responsive, or genuinely caring than Amy. Thanks to her, we're thrilled to now call Newport our home! Highly recommend—5 stars aren't enough! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Fantastic experience: Katy and her team were absolutely amazing in helping us navigate buying our first home. We felt so supported throughout the entire process and are so happy to be spending the holidays in our dream home. Katy has unparalleled industry knowledge, has connections with everyone in the community, and is the nicest person you will ever meet. We are so grateful for everything she did for us. If you are looking for the best realtor, look no further than Homes by Connect.

Fantastic experience: We were so happy to be working with Katy and her team! From the first time we met with her, Katy floored us with her knowledge of the local area, the real estate market as a whole, and (as time went on) all of the different intricacies within each house we viewed. Throughout the entire time we were searching, Katy was extremely responsive, and patiently answered all of our questions and calmed our concerns. We absolutely love our new home and cannot recommend Katy and her team highly enough!

Fantastic experience: If you are searching for an extraordinary real estate experience in Middletown RI, look no further than Katy Donovan. Katy doesn’t just sell homes, she builds relationships. From the very first moment, her warmth and dedication embraced me like a familiar seaside breeze, making what could be a very stressful journey into something memorable. I was navigating the daunting process of buying a home from far away, but Katy made the distance feel like meters instead of niles. She doesn’t just send photos or generic walkthroughs, she went above and beyond, visiting the property herself and painstakingly recording a detailed video of every square inch. She made sure I didn’t miss a single detail, from the sunlight streaming through the big bay window, to the tranquil corners of the backyard. Throughout the process she met every question with patience and clarity, addressed every question with a wealth of knowledge and honest advice. She took the time to listen deeply, understanding not just what I wanted in a home but what I needed in a community. Her genuine care shines through every step, elevating the experience far above the transactional. Katy crafts each relationship with the devotion of an artist - anticipating your needs and ensuring you feel seen and valued If you want to find the right home in Middletown, and have the whole experience wrapped in integrity and kindness, just trust Katy. She is not just helping you buy a house - she is helping you find your place to truly belong.

Fantastic experience: Our realtor, Kate Haslam, was an absolute delight to work with. She gave us very clear guidelines and we managed to both sell our home and get a lovely new one very quickly! Very kind and goes that extra mile on moving day too.

Fantastic experience: Working with Katy Donovan was a true pleasure! They were proactive, responsive, and always had their client’s best interests at heart. Highly recommend!

Fantastic experience: Kate did an amazing job of preparing my home to be sold, then selling it! It went so smoothly, it was unbelievable!! Listed, then sold!!!!!!!! She also negotiated the purchase of my condo. That too was so professional and easy. She answered all my questions, put all my concerns to rest and made it all seem effortless! I highly recommend Kate Haslam to everyone considering selling their home!

Fantastic experience: Katy and her team are the absolute best in the business! I recently sold my home in Rhode Island with Homes by Connect, and Katy was there each step of the way- always professional, responsive, and taking action to move things along. She truly goes above and beyond the scope of her job to ensure everything goes perfectly. I have moved and bought and sold homes multiple times, and would rehire Katy and her team above all others without hesitation. Highly recommended!

Fantastic experience: Kate Haslam. Super responsive. Detail oriented, professional and friendly. She hustled to find me a place. Highest rating. Easy 5 stars. If I need to find another place, I will not hesitate to reach out to her.

Fantastic experience: Kate Haslam did a phenomenal job selling our house in Newport, RI. She was friendly, responsive, and went above and beyond getting the place ready to sell. Anyone would be lucky to hire her as his or her agent.

Fantastic experience: Selling one's home can be stressful, but thanks to our realtor, Kate Haslam, our experience was reassuring and calm! Kate made a few practical suggestions as to how we should prepare our duplex for sale, and then she went to work. Her energy and insight into how best to present our property for sale were remarkable. Within a week we received and accepted an offer to sell. I would recommend Kate without reservation to anyone looking for a realtor.

Fantastic experience: Katy and her team are exceptional. Her deep expertise and personal approach made all the difference in our home-buying experience. Katy helped us secure the exact home we were hoping for, and we couldn’t be happier with the outcome. If you're looking for a knowledgeable, responsive, and genuinely caring realtor, I highly recommend working with her!

Fantastic experience: I worked with Kate to find an apartment for a month in Newport. She was enthusiastic and understanding about finding an apartment that met my needs, and kept going until she find it. she also find a temporary apartment until the main lease begin.

Fantastic experience: My family and I made a very quick move to RI, and Katy was absolutely on top of every detail. She not only worked with us during the buying process, but she also ensured we knew of local professionals such as painters, exterminators, etc. to help us feel settled. Katy works efficiently and maintains a fantastic attitude, especially when things got stressful with our closing. I would give her 10 stars if it was an option!

Fantastic experience: Katy Donovan listed the property that I purchased as my first home and did such an excellent job that I hired her to list the property I am selling. Katy picks up the phone when you call and helps you solve problems. She is a knowledgeable problem solver and "boots-on-the-ground" helpful— she literally weeded the garden of the house I am selling last weekend. I never feel like I am dealing with a salesperson. Katy and her team at Homes by Connect are real professionals, and I could not recommend working with them more highly.

Fantastic experience: Katie Donovan did a superior job in helping us to sell our condo in record time and with very little hassle. She was immediately available to answer any questions and, always, with a ready smile and encouraging information. Although Katie is a popular and busy realtor, it always seemed like we were her only client!

Fantastic experience: In the past 5 years, Katy has successfully helped me to navigate selling, buying, and moving 2 times. Each and every step of the listing, sale, and purchase process has been flawlessly executed. Katy brings tremendous professionalism, patience, wisdom, and a much appreciated sense of reality to the real estate market. She has gone well above the expectations of a trusted realtor time after time. Thank you Katy! You and the Connect team are winners!

Fantastic experience: Katy, at Homes by Connect, just finished helping me buy my first South Shore MA home. I was coming from the North Shore of MA and needed big help, and Katy was it! Within 45 days of setting up a profile in her Connect Portal - we found and won the bid on fantastic house! I conclude Katy is a top notch Real Estate Pro who knows the region and knows the towns and villages of RI & Southeastern MA. She understands the quirks of New England's older homes and their "systems" to help prevent you from buying yourself "into a burden". She was the ultimate dedicated customer-servant working day and night and through her vacations to keep me current and focus on my search. She will not hesitate to share her opinion, and you will want it, because she has a trained and refined eye for gems. Besides being very professional in all aspects of the real estate transaction, she's a helluva cheerful and fun gal to work with!

Fantastic experience: We interviewed multiple agents before selecting Katy, and we were extremely happy working with her. She demonstrated professionalism, experience, and a sense of urgency throughout the process of selling our home. She is an excellent communicator, and we were always informed at each step of the process. I highly recommend her.

Fantastic experience: Katy’s guidance throughout my home search and purchase was exceptional. From start to finish, she demonstrated an unparalleled blend of professionalism, deep industry knowledge, and genuine kindness. As a first-time homebuyer, I had a lot of questions, and Katy always responded with clarity, patience, and timely information—making me feel confident and informed every step of the way. Katy provided everything I needed- both the expected details and crucial insights I didn’t even know to ask for. Most importantly, Katy’s approach was never about pushing me, but empowering me with the tools and knowledge necessary to make the best choices for my future. Her extensive network has continued to be invaluable even after my purchase. Without a doubt, Katy is the professional you want on your team when buying or selling a home!

Fantastic experience: Katy was very helpful with every aspect of our home buying experience. She was attentive and advocated for us at every turn. A supportive team to back you up. I highly recommend Katy and her team of all stars.

Fantastic experience: Stephanie Banister is an all star when it comes to buying and selling homes. She is filled with so much knowledge and makes sure to inform you of the process every step of the way. I always felt assured and backed up with Stephanie as my realtor. I just closed on a house and when it is time to buy I will be coming right back to her! I truly recommend her from the bottom of my heart, she will not steer you wrong.

Fantastic experience: I recently worked with Rebekah to assist finding a new apartment for my mother in Newport. The rental market is so crazy and Rebekah was so helpful and made the process much less stressful! She kept in close contact with us, found many options for us to consider, and ultimately did a great job securing my mother a new place to call home! I would highly recommend Rebekah for any real estate needs!

Fantastic experience: Working with Rebecca and Katy of Homes By Connect was a pleasure and stress free. They both were respectful of my budget and showed me some great options that were available in my time frame of moving. I am moving to a sweet new home soon. Thank you Homes By Connect.

Fantastic experience: Rebekah was extremely professional and helpful. She went above and beyond to help me get an apartment. She made the experience incredibly less stressful than it would be jumping through the hoops yourself.

Fantastic experience: We found Katy through recommendations when we were looking to sell our property. Highly recommend Katy if you are looking to sell or buy. Katy is professional, kind and an expert in all aspects of home selling and buying. She was always reachable and responsive, her attention to details made the entire experience easy and seamless. Thank you so much Katy!

Fantastic experience: It's not possible to hire a better realtor. Period. I inherited my family home that was packed with stuff and hadn't been updated since 1972. I felt alone and overwhelmed. Katy was an unyielding source of help and support. To say that she went above and beyond would be a severe understatement. She washed windows; helped with flooring; referred me to reasonable, helpful, and honest contractors; staged & photographed the house for the sale; provided expert guidance throughout the whole process; and myriad more assistance. Hire her! You won't regret it.

Fantastic experience: Rebekah was wonderful to work with. She was very responsive and professional. I could not have asked for a better experience. I highly recommend her!

Fantastic experience: We recently worked with Katy Donovan as our agent in the purchase of a new home. The experience was wonderful. Initially we were researching the area and properties, without being quite ready to buy. Katy met with us numerous times to visit properties with no certainty of closing a sale and no pressure from her. Rather, she gave us a significant portion or her time simply to help educate us on the market and how far our money would go. When we finally were ready and found the right property, Katy was engaged every step of the way, advocated for us, and even after closing continued to be involved and assisting with the home. Katy's knowledge of the area was invaluable in the process as well. She provided several recommendations for each stop of the closing -- e.g., title companies, insurance agents, loan officers, etc. We did our own research and solicited bids from others. To our surprise, Katy's top recommendations ALWAYS had the best rates and provided the best overall service. She really knew her market and made the process extremely comfortable for us. We would definitely recommend her to others!

Fantastic experience: I highly recommend Katy Donovan if you are looking to buy or sell. We recently purchased a home and she made the entire process seamless. She is professional, kind and an expert in all aspects of the home buying process. In addition to her knowledge of the market, she is also knowledgeable in assessing homes for indications of potential costly repairs. She met us at many open houses and provided valuable feedback at each one. We felt as though she was always available to answer questions and made us feel confident in our purchase.

Fantastic experience: Excellent communication, very timely responses. Always looking out for clients’ best interests. Cannot say enough good things about the experience.

Fantastic experience: Katie was the absolute BEST to work with!! We tried to rent our place on our own and was having no luck, so a friend of mine recommended we give Katie a try. Within a matter of days, she was on it! She had fantastic photos taken and listed it here there and everywhere. She found a great tenant in no time! Katie did all the follow up and reference checks and wrote the lease...all we had to do was sign on the dotted line! We were moving out of state, and she went above and beyond to show our place when we weren't there and did everything as if it were her own place! She knows Newport like the back of her hand and was so pleasant all the time, so detailed and easy to work with. I would absolutely work with her again and look forward to it!

Fantastic experience: Katy Donovan is a wonderful realtor. She went above and beyond what any realtor is asked to do. She was cordial, communicative, realistic, kind, understanding, and much more. For anyone looking to sell or buy, Katy is your girl! Thank you Katy!

Fantastic experience: Katy was our real estate agent for a house sale in Middletown. She has excellent knowledge of the housing market on Aquidneck Island and the market in general. She is professional, responsive, and honest. She helped my family every step of the way with the selling process. She goes the extra mile to make sure that every detail is covered. When you work with Katy, you are working with the best. She deserves 5+ stars!

Fantastic experience: Katy and her team were truly amazing during the sale of my family home, she really helped us through a very challenging time, her knowledge and compassion was so key !! Thank you !!⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Fantastic experience: I need more stars. To say that Katy is an experienced professional is an understatement. My husband and I called Katy from CO in early February and told her we wanted to sell our home in RI. After a few chats to establish how serious were were she told use the house could be listed in 2 weeks. It was. She told us that in one week from listing she would have 5-7 offers, perhaps over asking depending on what we listed it for and some offers would forego inspection. All of that came to fruition and all while we skied our way through CO. On top of that, Katy is wonderful to work with. She communicates very well, Empathizes with you, laughs with you and is completely honest with you. She loves what she does and that comes shining through. We will miss her now that our house has sold and we are leaving for CO. If you want to take one of the most stressful things you will ever do in your life, sell a house and move, bring Katy onboard.

Fantastic experience: Buying my first home with Katy by my side made the entire experience so easy and stress free. She answered every question I had at any time of day. Between meeting me at various open houses along the way to signing the closing papers, Katy truly was amazing. I couldn’t have done it without her and the Homes by Connect team.

Fantastic experience: This was our second time working with Katy and her team and we highly recommend them for your home buying or selling. We’ve done both and it’s been a seamless experience. Her knowledge of all areas of the business helps during the process. Once a client always a client. We had an issue with plumbing 3 years in after a purchase and we knew to call Katy and she would find us a plumber, same day - problem solved. If you want the best choose the Donovan Group.

Fantastic experience: We were lucky to have Katy on our side during our home sale. She made the whole experience easier with all her help and guidance.

Fantastic experience: I can't recommend Katy Donovan and Homes By Connect enough! As a first time homebuyer, I was very nervous to go through the homebuying process by myself- but I was helped every step of the way by Katy and her team. Truly a stellar experience.

Fantastic experience: Awesome We have known Katy for 7 years now. She is the hardest working Real Estate agent we’ve ever met. Katy was there every step of the way when we purchased our home in Middletown. We have and will recommend Katy to anyone who is looking for property in Rhode Island. Fran & Rocco

Fantastic experience: Such a lovely experience working with Homes by Connect and Katy Donovan. As professional, hard working, and knowledgeable as it gets with incredible insight for the area.

Fantastic experience: Contact Katy only if you want the best person on your side. She works effortlessly, as she controls every movement of your sale. This person and her team will not stop until the sold sign is signed sealed and delivered. From the start of our very lengthy project, almost 6 months of renovations to sale date, she was there for us. Dedicated, intelligent, with a can do spirit is what you get. Highly recommended.

Fantastic experience: Katy at Homes by Connect is incredible to work with. Her personality is kind, supportive and informative. We connected with Katy through our loan officer's referral as first time home buyers. When we reached out to Katy, we already had a home chosen that we wanted to put an offer in on. She was responsive immediately, even working during the late hours. She stayed in touch with us during our lengthy buying process, which on the sellers end took from August-September. She came to our inspection as well as our final walk through. Communication is key...if you have questions, ask! Katy is very knowledgeable. Overall, we recommend Homes By Connect!

Fantastic experience: Katy and the HomesbyConnect Team went ABOVE AND BEYOND during the sale of our home. Katy and team had outstanding communication throughout the whole process and when some unforeseen issues came up during the final stretch, they were there to help us through them. Not only did Katy provide guidance, but she also didn't hesitate to roll up her sleeves to address a "I've never seen this before" challenge. Katy's commitment to her profession is top notch, but what really won me over was her selfless attention to my needs and her superb client service. I highly recommend working with Katy!

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