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Everything was very smooth and easy.

I live in Iowa City and my moms house is in Dubuque and Brenda kept me very updated on everything that was going on. It was all very stress free.

Shelvin

An amazing realtor and person, I highly recommend him as he will be straight up with you about any question and he’s also very knowledgeable.

10/10 highly recommend this man!

Garrison Trueblood

We had an incredible experience working with Cathy Blanchard!

From the very beginning, she was kind, funny, and incredibly helpful. We looked at many houses before finding the right one, and she patiently stuck with us every step of the way. Her knowledge of home details and the buying process was invaluable, she pointed us in the right direction time and time again. She was also extremely flexible and made it so convenient to meet for showings, always working around our schedule. What could have been a daunting process ended up feeling simple, smooth, and even fun, thanks to her guidance and support. In the end, we were thrilled to have found our perfect home but honestly, we miss seeing her so often! If you're looking for a realtor who truly cares and goes above and beyond, Cathy Blanchard is the one!

Taryn

Brenda Charlson was awesome.

She went beyond the call of duty and always had a solution for our concerns. You will not be disappointed if you work with Brenda. We are truly grateful for her help.

Ron Mary

Paige was amazing - she made us feel like we were her only clients.

She worked her butt off for us in what felt like a crazy situation. She was there to answer questions, offer advice, and point out potential issues in some houses that we missed.

Kim Chroninger

Austin helped me find a home that had everything I was looking for.

He was able to get a showing right away and submit an offer. Austin is the reason I was able to get my home for a great price and in the perfect area without competition.

Noah A.

We have sold several houses through Sue Dietz at REMAX Advantage and I can say without a doubt Sue has to be the best realtor in town!

Whether it be a prompt text reply to any question you have, to following up with details on what you need to do next for a smooth transaction. Sue is always looking out for you.

John T.

I am so grateful for Austin.

He was very attentive, prompt and thoughtful with our Mom helping her through her purchase of her townhome. I would recommend him over and over.

Sheri F.

John is so great at what he does!

! It was our first time home buying experience and he did great with explaining everything along the way. We really appreciated his honesty and helping us with our many questions. He was also super flexible with our work schedules for showings. He found our dream home and we couldn't be more thankful!! The whole process was smooth and John made it much less stressful then we thought it would be. Thank you!!

Stephanie Dowell

Austin did an amazing job at helping me sell my house.

He was very knowledgeable and responsive. He was great at guiding me through the process making it as stress free as possible. I recommend Austin to anybody looking to buy or sell their house!

Kaitlyn B.

We had 16 showings and an offer we accepted within a week!

Brenda is great! I highly recommend her.

Gary Gavin

She asks all the important questions you wouldn’t think or know to ask, which ensures you that she will find you what you’re actually looking for.

Paige stays in contact, always answers when I call and she’s fun to talk to! I love her posts about WHISKEY WEDNESDAY! (Her cute puppy).

Erin Cullen

Brenda was very helpful for me becoming a first-time homeowner.

She was very responsive with any questions I had and helped make the entire process quick and stress-free. Would highly recommend.

Maty Ulrich

We’ve worked with Cathy Blanchard on multiple real estate deals, and each experience has been nothing short of exceptional.

Cathy is the kind of realtor you hope to find—knowledgeable, responsive, and genuinely invested in her clients’ success. She consistently goes above and beyond, ensuring that every step of the process is smooth, transparent, and handled with care. Whether buying or selling, Cathy brings a level of professionalism and attention to detail that sets her apart. Her negotiation skills are top-notch, and her ability to anticipate and solve problems before they arise has saved us time, money, and stress more than once. She knows the market inside and out, and her advice is always honest and strategic. What truly makes Cathy stand out is her dedication—she treats your goals like her own. We’ve never been disappointed, and we trust her completely with one of life’s biggest investments. If you’re looking for someone who will work hard for you, communicate clearly, and deliver results, Cathy is the one.

Spencer

Loved working with Brenda.

She is professional, knowledgeable, and very easy to work with. Brenda marketed our home with online photos and information, beautiful printed brochures, and an open house. Working with Brenda we got a quick sale and good price. We could not be more satisfied and would highly recommend Brenda if you are considering selling your home.

Connie Kuhle

Austin is truly committed to his expertise!

He makes the buying and selling process an absolute breeze! Any time of day and any day of the week he is right there to answer any and all questions! If you’re stressed at all about the process of buying or selling, Austin takes that away and really puts your mind at ease. I would recommend 11/10 times!!!

Mike McDermott

Brenda was recommended to me by a realtor friend who had retired.

I am impressed by Brenda's warm and professional manner. She is prompt and efficient in all aspects of the real estate process. Brenda is able to relate to each individual at their level, and answers questions and concerns at each step along the way toward a successful sale or purchase!

Shirley Lanners

Brenda was the best that we could ask for.

She was responsive to our questions and gave helpful advice as we went through the process of shopping for and purchasing our new home and then selling our other house. She made the process much less stressful by sharing her knowledge and supportive spirit with us.

Bev Wagner

Austin was helpful from start to finish with guiding me where to get a preapproval, looking at houses same day or next, answering every question almost immediately and made buying my first home way easier than I ever thought it’d be.

Would highly recommend far anyone looking for a smooth experience buying a home.

Scott

Brenda Charlson was our Realtor for 484 Tannin Ct.

Dubuque, She sold our home the first day it was actually listed. She was with us every step of the way from listing to closing. She was available all the time, and in a very short time. Her response to our needs and questions was amazing. She calmed our fears with just a few words. She's extremely professional, and I would certainly highly recommend Brenda. We would certainly call on her if we ever need a realtor again. Amazing service from her.

Pam Hillary

We met John at a showing when we first started our house hunt.

He was extremely personable and we connected with him right away. John was always more than happy to show us any and all houses that we were interested in throughout our house search. That included evenings and weekends, when it might not have been the most convenient for him. He always made us feel like we were his first priority and we could trust that he had our best interest in mind. After a couple of months of searching, we were able to find, and purchase, a great house that fit our needs and our budget, all thanks to John’s hard work. I would recommend John to anyone looking for a real estate agent, both based on his personality and his knowledge in this field.

Collin and Kelsey Seymour

Brenda and Remax did a great job helping us sell our home and buy our new home.

Charles Tucker

Austin was excellent to work with.

With Austin we never felt pressured, everything was on our time. This was our first time buying a home and Austin made the process so smooth and helped us to navigate through everything. He listened to everything we wanted, he was very responsive every time we would reach out to him about anything . Austin was both the selling agent and our agent as the buyer and he never once let that alter the way he helped us through the process. Even after the process Austin as checked in to make sure everything is just as we expected. We will use Austin for all our home buying/selling needs as he made the situation a lot let stressful than it definitely could have been.

Krystin C.

Thank you Brenda for navigating us through buying our first and forever home.

We appreciated your unwavering support and professionalism.

Jared Lang

Austin is great to work with.

He’s super quick to respond to any listings we wanted to see, or any questions we had during the process of buying and selling. He also gave us realistic expectations that made the process less stressful.

Morgan M.

Brenda was a great realtor, she worked with me throughout my home search in order to find something that fit my needs while staying in budget.

I would highly recommend working with her or ReMax for anyone looking to move to Dubuque area.

Elliot Carlovsky

I happened across Brenda by chance and she is a wonderful realtor to work with.

She is very knowledgeable, responds in a timely manner, and provides insight. I have purchased my first home and an investment property with Brenda and I know I can count on her for future purchases.

Ashley Stone

Austin was great!

Always responsive, answers any questions, and makes the whole process stress free! He knew what we were looking for and suggested we go look at this property and then helped us get the deal closed.

Josh M.

Brenda Charlson was an excellent resource in making a cross-country move; she was willing to work with us over the phone & email.

Brenda asked our needs & searched for properties that would meet those needs & gave candid feedback on homes & areas of town; to help in our decision-making. Brenda was willing to be in communication with our selling realtor, to make the business side of selling in 1 state & buying in another go more smoothly. When we were able to meet in person, she did not hesitate to take us to look at as many potential homes as we wanted, even doing a walk-thru of another prospect, after we left; for us & relaying a candid & accurate description. As it turned out, that was the home we did purchase & we are very pleased with it…Brenda’s input was spot-on! Brenda also kept us updated on the progress of the transaction, coordinating the legal/monetary actions required & explaining the steps that I didn’t understand; in a manner that was helpful as a home buyer. Brenda was an essential asset to my home-buying experience!

Lisa Herselius

My family and I were new to the area and moved here for my wife's work during a very hectic time in the housing market.

John was the first and only realtor to reach out the same day we started our home search from over 100 miles away. He made the process super efficient and made it feel like he was truly a part of the home search. His overflowing friendly and approachable personality and knowledge of the area immediately put us as ease and by the time John landed us the perfect house, he was not just our realtor but our family friend. He even seamlessly coordinated with us on the selling of our house and closing on our new house on the same day. We wish everyone could have a realtor like John for their home buying and selling experiences. John doesn't look for a customer to find or sell a house, he strives for friends to find the perfect homes and properties. I trust John entirely with my real estate endeavors and responsibilities. Do yourself a favor and call John first.

Nicholas Nienhaus

Austin is the best.

He’s super easy to work with and always has a great attitude. I never thought I would be a home owner this soon & it would not have happened without him, I’m so grateful. 10/10 RECOMMEND!!

Alyson H.

Austin was great to work with.

Our house sold quickly and he was able to guide the final part of the sale while we were out of the country. Highly recommend his services!

Bailey F.

I cannot say enough about my realtor John Heinze.

From the minute I started talking to him I knew he was a keeper. I wanted to move to Dubuque area to be by my daughter and her family and he helped me find what I wanted. I was living in Illinois and John helped me and he was always very patient and kind with having so many calls, text, and emails and he made the process go very smooth!! He always had the answers and if he didn't he would definitely research and find the solutions. I really appreciate everything he did and was so thankful that I found him to help me with this move and buying my home!!! I highly recommend him he is very professional, experienced and such a nice person and realtor!!

Kay S.

John was fantastic.

He was persistent and was always on top of finding new listings. His real estate knowledge and expertise made finding our first home exciting and easy. Couldn’t recommend him enough!

Kyle Jones

John was by far the best realtor with genuine concern for our needs than I've ever worked with.

He went above and beyond to check out properties, do video tours, contact us, answered all questions with care and knowledge, and was prompt with all communication. John is very easy to talk to and corresponds professionally and personable. He is very much in it to help you find what works for you. We would totally recommend him for all your real estate transactions.

Cheryl

Austin was amazing to work with!

! He was very knowledgeable and always available to answer any of my questions!! He went above and beyond with helping us find the perfect home for my family!!

Kim B.

I had a wonderful experience working with John Heinze while searching for my home.

From the moment we started our house-hunting journey, John was consistently attentive and supportive. He went above and beyond to keep us informed and engaged, sending us listings when we were struggling to find the perfect home. Not only did John help us navigate the complex processes with the bank and inspectors, but he also prioritized our safety and ensured that the properties we visited were up to code. His dedication to his clients is truly remarkable, and I would highly recommend him to anyone in search of a reliable and caring realtor. I am grateful for his expertise and commitment to making our home-buying journey a smooth and successful one. Thank you John for your exceptional service and support!

Riley Bruggenwirth

John is amazing!

We had the best experience working with him to find our first house. He was so patient with us throughout the whole process, answering all our questions and never making us feel rushed. He really listened to our preferences and budget to find the perfect options for us. When going to showings John really looked out for us, he is able to spot small details that we didn’t even know to look for. He was always there for us, responding quickly to our messages and making sure we had updates. He made the entire experience stress-free and enjoyable. John was recommended to us and we highly recommend John to anyone in need of a realtor. He's patient, knowledgeable, and above all just a great guy to work with. Thanks to him, we found our first home, and we couldn't be happier!

Katie Becker

John has been the absolute best relator I've had the opportunity to work with!

He's helped me for a year now to find and purchase my first home and I could not have had a better person to work with to do it. I would and have recommended John to friends and family. Can't put into words how awesome and helpful John has been.

Morgan Martin

Cathy is hands down the best realtor to deal with and help you get through the problems that occur when buying a home!

She took me through many homes that I did not end up liking and was there to answer any questions I had in the process. I will definitely be using Cathy for a realtor in the future.

Blake

Paige was absolutely fantastic!

We were purchasing from out of state and were lucky enough to have found Paige while online searching for our new home. She flawlessly planned and coordinated showings so we could maximize our visits to the area, guided us through the process, and always kept us updated. What we thought was going to be a difficult process was seamless. We can’t thank her enough for everything she did for us. Paige is the best!

Mary Bird

We met John at a showing when we first started our house hunt.

He was extremely personable and we connected with him right away. John was always more than happy to show us any and all houses that we were interested in throughout our house search. That included evenings and weekends, when it might not have been the most convenient for him. He always made us feel like we were his first priority and we could trust that he had our best interest in mind. After a couple of months of searching, we were able to find, and purchase, a great house that fit our needs and our budget, all thanks to John’s hard work. I would recommend John to anyone looking for a real estate agent, both based on his personality and his knowledge in this field.

Collin & Kelsey

Paige gets a perfect score from me!

My interaction with her began when she returned my call while at her own wedding rehearsal in Florida! That level of commitment, customer service and a keen interest in selling my home was present throughout our entire working relationship. She's a delight to work with and knows the tri-state area real estate market very well. Paige came highly recommended, and I am doing the same. Call her and thank me later!

Jamie Winkler

Brenda did a great job helping us through our home buying process.

She did a great job keeping us updated with newly available properties, and when we found the place we wanted she had extremely clear and useful instruction for us as first time home buyers. Brenda's recommendations on inspectors and lawyers was excellent.

Dan Smith

Cathy went above and beyond to make our home-buying experience seamless.

Her dedication, expertise, and clear communication made the process stress-free even when handling unexpected challenges. At the drop of a hat, she was there right when we needed her. If you're looking for a passionate, trustworthy realtor that has a ton of experience, Cathy Blanchard is the one to call!

Mayzie

John is amazing at what he dose.

He sat down to listen to my family’s needs and was able to find us the perfect house. He even help us paint. Love him and would recommend him to anyone.

Brian Ransom

When Meghan and I were looking for our first home, we did what any first time home buyers do.

..call the realtor on the sign in the yard of the house we wanted to buy. Little did we know that we would get so lucky. We have now purchased 3 houses and sold 2 houses through Brenda. She is patient and brings a calming presence to the process. Her professionalism and diligence are unmatched. She always made our times work for showings, requests for additional walk throughs, questions, etc. I highly recommend Brenda if you're looking for a smooth buying/selling process.

Matthew Randecker

Austin was so amazing to work with!

He showed me so many homes as a Buyer and was never pushy and just so wanted us to find our perfect home. He walked me through every step and answered all of my questions. This is my second time working with him and I will definitely use him again!

Rachel

I would absolutely recommend John for any kind of help with looking for a home.

He helped me over the span of many, many months until I found the right one for me. He was very patient and was available basically 24/7 which I personally thought was pretty great. I was new to house buying process and he helped answer every single question I had. This guy went above and beyond for me and I feel confident saying that he would do the same for you. After viewing a ton of houses, him and I kind of got to know each other pretty well and he has been nothing short of nice, patient and relatable. I never once felt judged or anything along those lines working with John. I cannot say thank you enough to him so if you're looking for someone to work with, I would suggest getting ahold of John!!

Brandt Culbertson

What can we say about Austin?

This has been 4 years in the making and he has stuck by us for every single step of the way! Austin first helped us find our beautiful land, not once, but THREE different times so we could get the perfect space for our forever home. Austin then helped us find the perfect architect and builder and was there for us along the entire process. We couldn’t be happier or more grateful for his expertise and guidance! 10/10 recommend.

Ashley G.

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