Raquel Zapata

Experiencia fantástica: Raquel is always there for me. I’ve contacted many realtors that don’t care about their customers, waste time, are dishonest. Raquel fixed all of those problems for me. I can count on her every time to be professional, quick, and communicate with ease. She clearly cares and is the first call I make for all my realty questions. Thank you Raquel!

Experiencia fantástica: If you want someone who will not only find you your perfect dream home, but also fight tooth and nail for the things you want, Raquel is the way to go. She helped us find the perfect home for us, hitting every check mark we wanted in the price range we needed, going above and beyond to help us. I could not have asked for a better realtor and person.

Experiencia fantástica: My wife and I had a great experience working with Raquel Zapata to sell our Tampa home. After dealing with a difficult contractor situation, we were under a lot of stress, but Raquel helped guide us through the process with confidence and professionalism. She is incredibly knowledgeable, experienced, and hardworking. She was always responsive, kept us informed, and worked diligently to get our home listed and sold quickly. What stood out most was how much she genuinely cared about helping our family through a challenging situation. We are very grateful for her support and highly recommend Raquel to anyone looking for a trustworthy and dedicated realtor.

Experiencia fantástica: First and foremost, I would like to thank Raquel for her dedication to her clients. She helped us twice for the same property and both times she has exceeded our expectations. At first she was able to get great reliable tenants to reside at the property and then she assisted in selling the home. Although, this process was not an easy feat as this home came with a few drawbacks/hiccups , she made sure the deal closed successfully and timely. Her level of expertise in the field is unmatched! I have recommended her to family members who also have had exceptional experiences in their home buying process. Can’t wait to embark on our forever home buying journey with her. I wouldn’t choose anyone else! Raquel - you’re the best!

Experiencia fantástica: I cannot recommend Raquel enough! As a first-time homebuyer, I had so many questions and honestly felt overwhelmed at times, but Raquel made the entire process feel smooth and stress-free. She was patient, knowledgeable, and always took the time to explain everything in a way I could understand. She truly had my best interests at heart every step of the way.

Experiencia fantástica: She was awesome very attentive and always making sure we are getting our money's worth and always asked the sellers questions we had before we even told her and looking to get us the best deal. I truly couldn't ask for a better person to help you find your New Home.

Experiencia fantástica: Raquel was amazing getting us information as quickly as possible! Always available! And whenever we had a question, concern, or were unsure of what our next step was she was truly right there and ready for whatever may come! She helped us so much, and we were able to find our forever home because of her!!

Experiencia fantástica: So grateful for Raquel! Raquel was exceptional throughout our recent home selling process. We had only two weeks to close, and she kept us informed at every step. She was straightforward and honest about what needed to be done to ensure a smooth closing, and her guidance made everything feel manageable. Even with multiple clients, Raquel made us feel like we were her top priority. Her professionalism, responsiveness, and go to attitude turned what could have been a stressful experience into a seamless one. If we could give her more than 5 stars, we absolutely would. We highly recommend Raquel for anyone buying or selling a home. THANK YOU Raquel!!

Experiencia fantástica: If there were more than five stars, Raquel Zapata would absolutely deserve them. With nothing more than a 24-hour window to search and secure a home, she was nothing short of phenomenal. After showing us several properties in an area we initially thought we were interested in, but quickly realized wasn’t right, Raquel immediately pivoted. Within an hour (and after a quick lunch), she had already lined up a brand-new assortment of homes in the perfect location. What impressed us most was how she truly listened and understood what we needed. By the end of the day, Raquel not only found us our dream home just in time for my flight back, but she also went above and beyond by helping us identify an excellent school for our middle schooler. Raquel is exceptional at what she does. She is knowledgeable, resourceful, and incredibly dedicated to her clients. She turned what could have been a stressful, overwhelming process into a smooth and successful experience. We are beyond grateful for her expertise and highly recommend her to anyone in search of their next home. Thank you, Thank you, a million times Thank you! We can not wait to work with you again. The Salas Family

Experiencia fantástica: Phenomenal service and attention to detail. Truly family oriented her and Will went above and beyond in helping us sell out home!

Experiencia fantástica: Raquel went above and beyond. I could never ask for anything more. She is trustworthy, responsible, and attentive. I would highly recommend using her as your realtor

Experiencia fantástica: I once again had the pleasure of working with Raquel to purchase a new investment property.From start to finish, it was an absolute pleasure! Per usual .From our initial conversations and throughout the whole process, Raquel was extremely professional. She was highly knowledgeable about the local market and made sure I always felt like a priority. At each step in the whole process, Raquel came through with her commitment to excellence. Negotiation skills were first-rate – she consistently found ways to get us the best deal possible. They also went out of their way to ensure every detail was taken care of – from arranging inspections to researching potential issues with this property. Throughout our journey, Raquel demonstrated immense patience and understanding of my situation. (With me being a busy wife, mom of 3 little boys ,and juggling my new business, things can get pretty hectic and overwhelming). Whether I needed additional time for research or require more information on this particular propery they took it all in stride. She went out of her way to provide me with extra resources and various options I could consider when deciding. I’m so glad I chose Raquel Zapata “1 Step Ahead Realty Group”, once again for my real estate process needs. Their knowledge and experience, combined with their patient approach, made this otherwise stressful event a smooth and successful process. I highly recommend them to anyone looking for top-notch real estate services!”

Experiencia fantástica: She pulled trough the whole time until she got the deal done

Experiencia fantástica: Super Attentive and Ready to Resolve any issue. I was really nervous about buying a home, the way that the market was, a lot of people trying to take advantage etc. When I got in contact with Raquel all doubt went away just from our first conversation. She is a person that is for you the whole time before, during and after the whole process. Very knowledgeable about anything that has to do with buying or selling a house plus more. Definitely a very nice and easy experience, would recommend to anyone.

Experiencia fantástica: Awesome and professional, amazing, honest, excellent salesperson.

Experiencia fantástica: We have bought and sold multiple properties through Raquel and wouldn’t do it any other way. Raquel is extremely knowledgeable when it comes to the ins and outs of real estate. Raquels communication, work ethic and integrity make her absolutely a pleasure to work with every time. My husband and I have a very busy life style and Raquel made it happen from start to finish. I honestly was confident and worry free knowing Raquel and her company were handling our last home sale. We will forever be continual clients with her in our real estate adventures.

Experiencia fantástica: Raquel Zapata is an exceptional realtor who deserves all the praise for the phenomenal job she did in selling my house. Despite facing numerous challenges throughout the process, Raquel remained calm, composed, and determined to overcome every obstacle that came our way. Her expertise and dedication to her clients were truly remarkable, as she navigated through difficult situations with grace and professionalism. Raquel's strategic approach and problem-solving skills were instrumental in ensuring a successful sale, and I am so grateful for all her hard work and commitment. I cannot thank Raquel enough for her unwavering support, exceptional service, and positive attitude throughout the entire selling process. She truly is a top-notch realtor who goes above and beyond for her clients. Thank you, Raquel, for your outstanding work and for making the selling of my house a smooth and successful experience. You are truly the best!

Experiencia fantástica: Raquel is down to earth, knowledgeable, and caring. This girl gets the job done! Love her.

Experiencia fantástica: Talking about top TIER Raquel Zapata is definitely a wonderful Business woman whom prides in giving her clients a wonderful buying experience..

Experiencia fantástica: Raquel Zapata is a very professional realtor. She is very knowledgeable of her craft and provides excellent information when it comes down to selecting the perfect home. I would recommend Raquel Zapata to anyone for their next home!

Experiencia fantástica: Raquel helped me sell my last property and to buy my present house. She made the process fast, easy and no hassle. She knows the market and got me top dollar.

Experiencia fantástica: It was our first time buying a property and Raquel made sure we got the one we wanted! Any questions we had at ANY time she answered within minutes. If there was a road bump she always knew what to do. She was very professional and knowledgeable. I would recommend Raquel to anyone who wants to purchase a property and have a smooth transaction!

Experiencia fantástica: It has been an absolute pleasure working with Raquel at 1 Step Ahead Realty. This was my first time buying a house and she made the process very smooth and safe feeling. She provided us with knowledge we needed to know as well as answering any questions we had. Also her communication and speed of getting stuff done was on point. Overall I highly recommend working with Raquel and 1 Step Ahead Realty!!!!

Experiencia fantástica: This woman has been the greatest agent I’ve ever had, I had property bleeding that not just 1 but 2 agents couldn’t even get me a solid offer. She actually got the house sold in 10 days while these other agents took 1 year total. Thank you so much Raquel. You’re the best of the best.

Experiencia fantástica: Excelente profesional !! Raquel Zapata es la mejor realtor q e conocido , se la recomiendo a todos … no se arrepentirán

Experiencia fantástica: Given the state of the 2022 market we found ourselves struggling the find the right home. We went through a dozen agents and three times as many homes trying to find the right fit. Raquel was the listing agent for the home we ended up buying and after putting our offer in we requested she be the dual agent because we had so many issues with our previous agent. She represented both parties fairly and equally, helped with our mortgage application and even helped us find temporary housing during Hurricane Ian. She keeps her word and maintains availability and transparency throughout the process.

Experiencia fantástica: Raquel Was so awesome, she helped me purchase my first home! She was so thorough and on top of things! I’ll forever be grateful for everything she’s done for me! And highly recommend you using her on your next home!

Experiencia fantástica: Raquel helped me purchase the home in 2018 and now helped me sell it. She was amazing both times! She explains everything and is honest and upfront. She has no problem answering all my texts and phone calls with questions. I’d recommend her to everyone!

Experiencia fantástica: If a realtor communicates with you on her WEDDING day.. yes you heard that right.. on her WEDDING day, you have the right realtor working for you! Raquel is personable and knowledgeable. She fights for you as her client. She knows the market and knows what to offer to get it accepted. In a market like today's you need someone knowledgeable, someone that will be ready to take action and someone that is aggressive to get the house bought/sold. I had a complicated closing and Raquel stood by me through the end and beyond. She was supportive, and did whatever she could to make the process smoother and easier for me. I would recommend Raquel to my family and friends, and will use her again in the future.

Experiencia fantástica: This is my first time selling a home so Raquel was very nice walking me through every step untill the closing . She was very responsive and on top of every detail of the transaction. Was very professional and explained the home selling process very well. She has great knowledge of real estate. I would recommend her over and over again.

Experiencia fantástica: She’s great. Always available, always on your side, very thorough and knowledgeable. She asks the questions I didn’t know to ask and has an eye for detail.

Experiencia fantástica: Wow! Raquel made buying a house such a breeze! Especially in this crazy market we are in right now!! My husband and I were new to the market, didn’t have idea what was coming at us but Raquel was professional and personal & amazing in guiding us through every step! She never made it feel uncomfortable and helped me every step of the way! She truly made everything feel easy to understand and was always there for any questions we had!

Experiencia fantástica: I whole heartedly recommend Raquel and her team! Alexis and Raquel made sure we found our perfect home and never gave up during this tough market. They were always available to answer questions and guided us through the whole process. She really cares about her clients and will really look out for you. I honestly couldn't be happier, thank you for everything it was a pleasure working with you both!

Experiencia fantástica: As first-time home buyers My wife and I had done some research beforehand but was really grateful for Raquel Zapata. The process went so smoothly and she was an absolute pleasure to work with. She was very knowledgeable about the process and was a great resource. She offered her opinion when I asked and helped me to consider things I hadn’t thought of. I’ll definitely recommend Raquel to all my friends and family! Also if you are a military veteran reach out to Raquel, she is familiar with the options that the state offers on top of what the Veterans Affairs offers.

Experiencia fantástica: Raquel is not only professional or amazing but she is committed to her clients 100%. She is tenacious and determined and even when you think you’ll lose hope, she keeps it for you.

Experiencia fantástica: I would highly recommend Raquel, she is very informative and knowledgeable about the business. With this being our first home purchase, we had tons of questions and Raquel was able to explain the process in detail and was fast in responding through phone call or messaging. Thank you!

Experiencia fantástica: Raquel is AMAZING! I knew absolutely zero when it came to purchasing a home. Raquel broke down every step of the process for me and always had my best interest in mind. She is by no means pushy or will try to convince you. However, once you decide on a house that you want, she will make sure you get it. I had no issues about winning offers and bids during a time when the market was super competitive. Her work ethic is aggressive and I mean that in the best way possible. There were moments when I thought that buying my dream home was no longer an option, but Raquel must have a magic wand because she was always able to find a solution. THAT is when having any real estate agent versus having an EXPERT makes a difference. I can't recommend her enough. She is great. If you need someone who will fight for you and and get the job done right call Raquel Zapata.

Experiencia fantástica: Raquel made my first home buying experience a pleasure. She was always incredibly responsive. Whenever I came to her with questions, she went out of her way to provide me with a thorough answer and if she didn't know the answer immediately, she would diligently research until she had one. When I met her on the property, she didn't rush me and allowed me all the time I needed to imagine my future home. She was professional and relatable and never pushy throughout the entire process. I would absolutely recommend Raquel to anyone looking to buy or sell their home.

Experiencia fantástica: From beginning to end she is an amazing realtor. She has an answer for all the tough questions and is always there to keep the process rolling. She is the true definition of REALTOR. She holds your hand throughout the entire process which makes for a smooth transaction. New home construction is not an easy navigation but with Raquel it is a lot less stressful as she keeps tabs on the entire process and notifies you of any and all changes. I don't think I would have completed this transaction without her help, she keeps you calm during the phase of construction and the major storm of closing with the builder. If you need a responsible Realtor then you need to speak with Raquel Zapata.

Experiencia fantástica: Raquel was amazing throughout the process of my home purchase. There were some special circumstances and she was always patient with me and kept everyone else on their toes to get the job done. I appreciated that she was a strong advocate for me and I am confident the process went much smoother because she was on my team. She is a top-notch realtor and a great person.

Experiencia fantástica: Raquel came highly recommended from one of our friends. This is our third transaction with Raquel. The first two were absolutely seamless with selling (sold in 2 weeks) and buying a property. This last one was challenging due to our inexperienced lender. However, Raquel remained resilient throughout the process. We were buying an older home with a septic tank, new process to the hubby and me. Without asking she had had a home inspector out in 2 days from signing the contract, provided multiple options for insurance providers with quotes, researched surveyors, had the water tested twice, and just schedule to have a sit down with us to explain the do's and don'ts when dealing with a septic tank. She is also a counselor to calm a person down to see the finish line because my lender was a real loser. Raquel is very hard working and truly is the real MVP realtor of Tampa, fl who always has her clients best interest at heart.

Experiencia fantástica: Nosotros como Familia, estamos súper complacidos con el trabajo realizado por la Sra. Raquel, durante el proceso de la compra de nuestra casa. Tiene la paciencia, el ímpetu y sobre todo la dedicación a la hora de hacer su trabajo. Siempre busco las mejor propuesta y acuerdo para nosotros, orientándonos por el camino correcto y para nosotros algo muy importante, es que habla español! Nosotros la Flia Díaz Fermín la recomendamos ampliamente en su trabajo, ya que cuenta con una gran experiencia. Éxito

Experiencia fantástica: I reached out to Raquel in early December after reading the dozens of positive reviews on google and I’m so happy I did ! I had such a great experience with her. She explained everything to me step by step, she was always available if I had any questions, and most importantly she made me feel like family. I was a first time homebuyer so of course I had many questions but none that Raquel couldn’t answer. She made the whole house buying process so easy. I ended up closing on my house in late January. You will not be sorry if you choose Raquel to be your real estate agent. She is such a strong, hard-working female and I know she will look out for your best interest just like she did with me.

Experiencia fantástica: Raquel has made the selling and buying for a home a easy process . She is always prompt to responded and is very knowledgeable about the real estate market . She turned a stressful process in smooth and enjoyable one . I was apprehensive due to the recent circumstances that surrounds us as a country but it has not stopped Raquel and has allowed my family to find out dream home .

Experiencia fantástica: She made my first time home purchase a breeze. She will fight for your best interests and is very knowledgeable. Very accessible throughout the whole process.

Experiencia fantástica: Raquel Zapata of Majestic Realty has been an Angel to my family! We found her by chance as I was out home searching on my own. Under her guidance, I learned areas of concern on houses I thought I wanted. Her integrity led me to a house that would give shelter and serenity to my family for 12 yrs. I recently sold that home and moved out of state, she took care of Everything necessary and prepared that home for sale! Her guidance and knowledge of the market allowed us to sell for more than we expected! She made our very hectic move much smoother than we imagined! Raquel Zapata, My Angel My Friend!

Experiencia fantástica: First off, Raquel ROCKED IT OUT! This was our first purchase with her and in Florida. Moving from another state is stressful and we wanted the best of the best. We were recommended to her by one of our family members. Raquel has 14 years of experience and that shows. She is extremely knowledgeable, friendly, organized, and thoughtful. She knew what we wanted, in the area we wanted, and helped us find the perfect house to call home. I am extremely grateful for her throughout this process and I would highly recommend her to anyone! Thank you for everything!

Experiencia fantástica: Raquel is skilled in the art of diplomacy (and Real Estate), using her experience to your advantage. She is bulldog for her clients. She gets things done.

Experiencia fantástica: Raquel has been such an important part of my family. From the first day I met her, I knew she was going to be a rock star and get me into the homes that I wanted. With no doubt and hesitation, three homes later and Raquel has proven to be just that! An asset to my family team! This last transaction had me literally in tears as the buyer’s realtor was inappropriate in so many ways, however Raquel maintained her composure and at times shielded me from an already tumortulous situation. I knew the exchanges were happening between her and the buyers realtors but not once did she allow for that the toxicity to move my way in impede my happy feeling of selling my home and moving into an upgraded home and better neighborhood. This may or may not be the last transaction we have with purchasing homes, only time will tell however, what I do know is that if the time comes again and I want to purchase or sell a home Raquel Zapata will be the realtor of choice! Thank you Raquel for assisting us with this very difficult process! My family and I, are very happy in our new home and can’t wait to showcase the home to you in the next few months. With love, The Brull Family

Experiencia fantástica: Raquel goes above and beyond for her clients. I had an absolutely miserable experience with tenants in my home as we were trying to sell. They were very disrespectful and rude to her as my realtor. During this time she maintained a high level of professionalism, helped me as her client to keep my head up. After they left, she took care of everything that needed to get done, so quickly and we were able to turn around and get it sold. Thank goodness I had her by my side during this difficult experience. I highly recommend her for your home buying and selling needs. She is the realtor that assisted me in buying this home in the first place, so I have worked with her in both areas. Thank you, Raquel.

Experiencia fantástica: Raquel hit the ball out of the park not once not twice but THREE TIMES!!!! We bought our first home with her back in 2013 I remember her telling us I will sell this home for you when your ready to move out as we only had one kids at the time and today we have three!! We closed on our new construction home with her last month and closed on our previous home with her today!! She is the best of the best and gets the job done on any and all needs!!! I have recommended her to all of my family and friends she’s just amazing and a badass at her job thank you Raquel for all you amazing work and talent and for making all our dreams come true!!!

Experiencia fantástica: Raquel has a business oriented skill to provide all of the right resources aligned to make your home buying life event seamless. What could have been a streneous process she created a right set of expectations for me, the lender, the sellers realtor and the title company. I needed someone i could trust and had an assertive personality like me - who can get the job completed from the moment i knew the home i wanted to picking up my new keys to my new home. I am grateful i found this in Racquel. She is honest, assertive, informed, electronically savvy and able to execute professionally. I am glad that i can now call Raquel a friend. Thank you Raquel for coaching me to the new home of my dreams for me and my 2 year old daughter.

Experiencia fantástica: Raquel is hands down the best realtor I've come across! I was not the easiest buyer yet she made this process as smooth as possible for me. Raquel is very down to earth, professional and she truly does care about all her clients. This was our very first home we purchased and of course we had so many questions. Raquel answered every question we asked on time and with a lot of knowledge. I would recommend her to anyone and I guarantee you will not regret it! We are in love with our new home and we want to give a huge thank you to Raquel for making this possible and I will forever be grateful for this amazing experience!

Experiencia fantástica: # 1 in my book! She has EARNED my business forever. Used her as my realtor to buy my 1st home... She is amazing! Takes no nonsense approach to negotiating a good and fair deal for you and is extremely focused on RESULTS!

Experiencia fantástica: Prompt, Tenacious, Great Execution and Great Staff. The most important things you need from a reliable realtor. Keeping my clients happy is one of my #1 Goals, having a Realtor like Raquel and her Staff makes my jobs 100 times more effective. I highly recommend her....

Experiencia fantástica: We are extremely happy with our experience with Raquel! She helped us through every step of the process and always had our best interest in mind. Would absolutely recommend her!!!

Experiencia fantástica: Raquel was an absolute pleasure to work with. She helped my boyfriend and I find the perfect home for us and was there to help us every step of the way. She was available for us anytime we needed help or had any questions. When I first reached out to Raquel, she was out of the country and I would not have noticed had she not told me because she was so attentive and quick to response to all my inquiries. We were nervous about not finding a home soon enough, but we sealed the deal within no time. I’m amazed at how quickly this was handled. Raquel not only helped us find the perfect house for us, but she made sure we got the best rate possible with the help of, Brian, a lender she recommended. I will be recommending Raquel to all my friends and family members. We are astonished by her hard work and will be forever grateful! Thank you, Raquel.

Experiencia fantástica: As a first time home buyer I believed this would be a painstaking process. Raquel proved me wrong and was there for me at all hours to answer any questions and basically held my hand through the process! Her tenacity and knowledge, I believe, are unparalleled! I can't thank her enough!

Experiencia fantástica: This was our first time purchasing a home. Raquel was extremely patient and accommodating when helping select homes for us to view. She was always there for our millions upon millions of questions we had wether in person or via email or text. We never worried about anything to be honest once we found our dream home and Raquel started the process of us making it our own. We have nothing but amazing things to say about her. She really went above and beyond when it came to making our home buying experience amazing. We are forever grateful to her in helping us find our forever home.

Experiencia fantástica: I was working with a realtor that was not listening to what I did want and sadly was underestimating my $$. My friend asked around her job for realtors and she gave me three names. I am glad that I contacted the right one, Raquel Zapata. I remember the day that I spoke with her and I knew it was on. Now, I am a home owner!!! She kept my dream alive and My DREAMS became true. I recommend Raquel to anyone that wants to make their dreams come true.

Experiencia fantástica: I received top dollar for my home and Raquel Zapata did all the work. I highly recommend Raquel to anyone who is either in the market to sell or purchase a property. Raquel is extremely knowledgeable and is one of best out there.

Experiencia fantástica: Dedication, knowledge and expertise are all words that describe Raquel Zapata. I have my very first home because of her! She was there every step of the way, and made the process easy and smooth. I had many questions and she helped put me at ease explaining each and every step of the home buying experience. Readily available whenever needed she was a pleasure to work with and I highly recommend her.

Experiencia fantástica: The Best Realtor in Town!!!! Raquel was amazing...thank you again..she sold my house in no time....very professional ,always in touch with us, all things make this process stress FREE.

Experiencia fantástica: Working with Raquel was great. Not only would I recommend her to others, but I also plan on using her for any future purchases I may plan on making.

Experiencia fantástica: I don't think buying a house could've been as easy as it was if it were not for Raquel. I have bought homes in the past and I assure you this was about the easiest, best experience thanks to Raquel. When I found the house that we had been looking for Raquel went into action. She was prompt in getting us in to look at the home, contract went in and it was honestly smooth sailing as we closed 45 days later. Raquel stayed in contact with all parties ensuring me everything is ok and will be fine. She is definitely someone you want working for you! She has excellent communication skills (bilingual), negotiating skills, and very knowledgeable with the Tampa Bay area and surrounding areas. She can make buying a home a stress free experience. Don't delay, give her a call today.

Experiencia fantástica: So, buying a house is a high stress terrifying experience. Like most of us looking to buy, choosing an agent can be as scary as finding the right house. I can honestly say that my wife and I were truly blessed to find Raquel, who was recommended to us by friends, and we are still friends. In all seriousness, Raquel was very knowledgeable of the area, she knows her market extremely well. But more importantly, she understands how hard this process is and she knows information and knowledge are king. She did a great job of making sure we always knew where we were in the process and how things were going. She helped us secure funding to put us in the best position for negotiations. She guided us through every step of the process. If you are looking to buy in Tampa, you cannot go wrong with Raquel. Her knowledge, her contacts, and her desire to get the best for her clients make her my go to realtor in Tampa Bay.