CLIENT TESTIMONIALS
“Kevin is very knowledgeable about Ocean City, NJ real estate and gave us a lot of advice relative to the preparation of our property for sale, and negotiation of the sale price. His assistant Sara was very professional, cordial and efficient. She was outstanding in answering our questions, guiding us through the process and handling any services that needed to be done.” – John & Cathy Murphy
“Kevin listens to his clients, values their dreams and then goes out and finds them. We have been wanting a home with a bay view for years. Kevin called one day out of the blue and said he found exactly what we wanted. He sure did!! A beautiful home with a bay view only blocks from our former home!! He helped us secure the deal and worked with us all the way through closing to make the process as smooth as possible. We are now in our dream home!! Kevin and his associate Sara took care of every detail and were there for us at all times to help. Kevin was invaluable in helping us sell our house. He stayed on top of every detail all the way. His assistant Sara Richardson is outstanding and really compliments Kevin’s great customer service. We could not be happier!! If you want the most competent and professional realtor in the area, Kevin Decosta is your man!!” – Kevin & Cindy Rodgers
“This was an incredible experience. Kevin and his assistant Sara were extremely helpful thru the entire process of the sale of our house. We hadn't sold a house in 29 years and we had no idea what steps to take. They guided us and stayed on top of everything. I really don’t know what i would have done without them. Very professional and extremely knowledgeable. We were very fortunate to have the best realtor in Cape May County!!” – Nancy & Mitchell Fredman
“Kevin is a terrific realtor from start to finish, he is extremely knowledgeable of the area and the market. My husband and I have worked with him for several years, both purchasing and selling our home, and we could not be happier. His assistant Sara is absolutely amazing! They both made selling our home a seamless transaction. Kevin and Sara always responded promptly to our questions and concerns. My husband and I got more than what we were asking. We would ABSOLUTLEY recommend Kevin, he is great!” – Kristyn Armstrong
“Kevin and his team were outstanding to work with. I would strongly recommend them to sell your next home. We were extremely pleased. His knowledge of Ocean City was also outstanding.” – Ed & Bonnie Shew
“Kevin and his team helped us buy our dream vacation home in Ocean City NJ. Kevin is very knowledgeable and experienced and helped us along each step of the process. He helped us negotiate a fair price and kept everything transparent and honest from the very start. Having Kevin on your side, you’ll always have someone looking out for your best interests. Thank you!” – Sam & Pam Mukhatiyar
“If you’re looking for an honest and reliable realtor look no further! Kevin is very knowledgeable about the area and went above and beyond to help us find our perfect shore home. He offered us valuable insights on what to look out for and honestly looked out for us. The entire process of buying our home went very smoothly because he always took the time and made himself available to discuss any and all questions we had. We highly recommend Kevin to anyone looking to buy a home!” – Christine & David Sprague
“Kevin worked with us for many years as we searched for our dream home. He was very patient and always offered insightful observations regarding properties we visited, guiding us with our ultimate selection and remaining with us throughout the entire process right up until closing. Kevin is easy to work with and is extremely dedicated to his clients. He will get the job done whether you are selling or buying or both!” – Peter & Mary Goodwin
“Kevin...was helpful, attentive and knew the market. Made good suggestions on marketing the property, Kevin was with us from the beginning as we bought an old home, demolished and rebuilt a new home to be sold.” – Frank & Carol Anders
“Awesome ! Kevin was outstanding from start to close for our home in Ocean City. Kevin along with Sara are extremely knowledgeable in every aspect. Highly recommend! “ – Tim & Julie Gerber
“Kevin recently helped us find and purchase our primary residence in Ocean City, NJ. His Skill, Competence and Professionalism are Second to None!!!!!!” - Jim
“Excellent realtor from start to finish. Very helpful and made the process go smoothly. Knowledgeable of area and always available. Would definitely recommend and use in future endeavors.” - John & Marcey O'Donnell
” Impressive! Kevin and Lexi are a tremendous team! Their expertise and knowledge of the market made the listing and selling of our home seamless. My wife and I could not be any happier. Hands down, we recommend Kevin and Lexi to meet all of your real estate needs.” - Matt & Katie Lane
“Kevin and his assistant Lexi sold my property in 2 days and got more than I anticipated. I’ve known Kevin for quite a few years. He checks in with me regularly to see if he can do anything for me. I highly recommend him.” - John Hines
"Kevin was very helpful in guiding us through the process of selling our condo. He was easy to work with, always replied to our correspondence, available to answer our questions and was always very professional." -Wanda Mitchell
"Kevin had sold us this property 16 years ago, and continued to remain in contact with us over the years. He called occasionally to check in with us, and see how we were doing. We used his services due to the long standing and trusting relationship that we have with him and his company. He and his associate Taryn Marcus did an excellent job in preparing us for the sale of the property. They were present every step of the way from listing to closing. I would highly recommend to any potential clients, and thought the service provided was outstanding." - Bill Murphy
"We have used Kevin's real estate services as a buyer and as a seller. He is excellent and goes above and beyond to help customers complete all that is needed to purchase or sell a property. He is not just a realtor, but a knowledgable set of hands to help you complete everything that is necessary to purchase or sell your home. My wife and I would use his services again." - Dennis Decola
"Our experience with Kevin was very helpful. He was extremely knowledgeable and did most of the work for us. Made the selling of our property easier and we are looking forward to working with him on the purchase of our new home in Ocean City." - Debra Savage
"1) Kevin did an excellent job of keeping me apprised of the showing activity/feedback on our property. 2) Kevin always returned my phone calls and e-Mails in a timely manner. 3) Kevin realizing that selling a home is an emotional experience, is very thick skinned and was understanding when I was extremely unprofessional to him on the phone on one occasion. It turns out on that occasion he was right and I was misinformed. 4) Kevin was able to secure a favorable price for our home after the buyer initially came in somewhat low. 5) Kevin took better pictures of our property than a professional photographer did on a previous listing. 6) I would recommend Kevin to prospective buyers and sellers." -Keith Buch
"Kevin has an in depth knowledge of Ocean City, NJ which was extremely helpful to us. This knowledge assisted us in making a well informed decision about our purchase. He always worked hard and is very responsive to texts, emails and phone calls. Kevin goes above and beyond to make everything as smooth as possible." - Maria Douglas
"No one does a better job at helping you to purchase or sell a home in Ocean City - this is our fifth deal (three purchases and two sales ) with Kevin- his serviceis slammin!" -Woesq Family
"If you are buying or selling a house in Ocean City, NJ make sure to talk to Kevin before selecting a realtor. He is extremely knowledgeable regarding the local market, as well being as responsive, accessible, customer focused, patient and an expert in the mechanics of buying and selling homes in a vacation market. We recently sold our property through Kevin, and wouldn’t have gotten through what turned out to be a complex negotiation and closing without his expertise. Highly recommended!!" - The Tate's
"Kevin was our agent for the purchase of a property and then represented us in the sale of our property 11 years later. Over the years he kept us up to date as to the real estate market where our property was located." - Curless Family
"Kevin was very professsionalband thorough with us. He explained the market exactly and how to pursue a purchase. Kevin was also very knowledgeable and detailed oriented with local contractors and home buying and improving tips. All around a great experience." - Valentino Family
"We recently bought a single family home in Ocean City, NJ. Kevin was our realtor. Growing up in OC, he was able to provide a significant amount of knowledge and experience to the process. His assistant, Katie, is hands on and makes it so quick and easy. They are a great team. We just moved in to our new house and couldn't be happier. Kevin and Katie made it simple and easy from the beginning to the final closing. If you are looking for a property, you cannot go wrong with this duo." - Guerriero Family
"We've dealt with many realtors through the years, and Kevin is one of the best. He spent an entire day with us (unscheduled) driving around the island showing us a ton of properties...some that fit what we were looking for and some that didn't, so that we could make a solid, well-informed decision. He knows real estate and Ocean City very well. Throughout the entire process, he was quick to respond with questions and assist in any way possible. His assistant, Katie, was professional, informed and extremely helpful before, during and after settlement with even the smallest of details. They are a great team--I can't recommend highly enough!!" - The Lawn's
"Kevin was professional, knowledgeable and assisted in making the home buying process as effortless as possible. He helped close on the house and ensured we got everything we bargained for." -Ross and Lea O'Neill
"I highly recommend Kevin Decosta for the sale or purchase of a property in Ocean City, NJ. For the sale of our property, everything was handled in a professional manner. My wife and I had the pleasure of working with Kevin Decosta 19 years ago on the purchase of the property, that we just sold. It is a challenge to be concise in describing all Kevin has done for us. Kevin has the ability to make us feel as if we were his only customer. He is a real professional who cares very much for the people he serves. I don't think anyone knows Ocean City like Kevin does. He also has a very capable assistant, Katie Bartholomew, that backed up and provided total support throughout the process. Most of all, I appreciated the patience and integrity that was demonstrated while dealing with Kevin and Katie." -The Scuderi's
"Utilizing Kevin Decosta as my realtor has proven to be a great decision. He and his staff make themselves available 24-7. They are patient, knowledgeable, professional , and well-versed in all aspects of the business. As a result, I felt confident with Kevin's decision-making and guidance throughout the process. Kevin and his staff are second to none, and truely deserving of a five star rating. Thanks again Kevin." -Mike Gizelbach
"Very good experience. Kevin was honest and knowledgeable. He assisted us all the way through to settlement on all aspects of purchasing a home to assure we had a positive experience." -The Maloney's
"Kevin Decosta and Katie Bartholomew are a great team who go out of their way to ensure client satisfaction. Kevin knows Ocean City and was happy to share his knowledge with us as we moved out of our comfort zone exploring areas of Ocean City that were less familiar to us. We were shown several properties before settling on the one that we ultimately purchased. There were times when we traveled to Ocean City for the sole reason to walk the boards only to call Kevin and Katie spur of the moment when we would spot a property that piqued our interest. Kevin or Katie would always meet us and take us through, offering helpful opinions when we asked. Everything from the home inspection to settlement was handled efficiently. Most importantly, emails and phone calls were always returned promptly. Kevin and Katie made the purchase of our home a pleasant experience!" - The Doyle's
"Kevin knows Ocean City and the second home market. He is always available regardless of the time of day. He is well informed on the mechanics of negotiations between buyer and seller. We received competent and professional service. He delivered a comprehensive market analysis that allowed us to price and sell our home at the market value. He exceeded our expectations. His assistant Katie is an asset to how well he conducts the transaction." -The Jordan's
"Kevin, and his assistant Amanda Hunter, made the process of selling my home as simple and painless as possible. My home was sold in two months thanks to Kevin & Amanda. Would highly recommend them!" -Mary Latoff
"Kevin's knowledge of the real estate market in Ocean City, NJ is excellent! He is a life long resident who has vast experience in evaluating your property." -The Frey's
"Kevin has been our agent for 2 home purchases and 1 home sale in the past 6 years. We aren't the easiest buyers or sellers. We know what we want and will not buy or sell until we find exactly what we want. Kevin has worked over time to help us find exactly what we wanted. We have been very pleased with Kevin and his assistant Amanda. We would highly recommend him." -The Ostermayer's
"We have had two real estate transactions with Kevin and will soon have a third. We appreciate his experience, network, knowledge and dedication to his client's needs." -The McPeak's
"Kevin knows the Ocean City market. He helped us with every step of the process. He was extremely knowledgable and way key in helping us find our dream home. I highly recommend his services." -The Gereaghty's
"We had a great experience with Kevin Decosta from our first look to eventually purchasing a beautiful home at the beach . The house was expensive and there were some issues that we felt needed addressing. Kevin made the entire process extremely easy, and was very efficient and adept at negotiating any problems or details. It was by far the easiest home purchase we have had... I would definitely use him again if I was going to purchase another home in the area!!" -The Sansone's
"Kevin was extremely helpful first by helping us navigate the new home environment by pointing out things to consider in buying our first shore house on the water. Kevin directed us to homes that very closely met our needs and when we decided on one, he communicated our offers to the sellers quickly and made suggestions throughout the negotiation. Kevin then guided us through the entire process of purchasing the home, made recommendations regarding surveying and inspection services, made appointments for us, and guided us right through a smooth settlement. We are planning to continue working with Kevin as he provides additional services that we are looking to utilize." -The Sage's
"From the very beginning, Kevin was very easy to work with and made the entire process very smooth. His attention to detail was excellent. His assistant, Amanda, was also very involved and made all the transactions easy. I would highly recommend Kevin and Amanda." -The Pellini's
"Kevin was a true professional through out our real estate search efforts, offer negotiation and all the way thru closing. Continuous follow-up on issues is a major strength and we would not hesitate to enlist Kevin and his team for any real estate opportunites in the future and would heartily offer a refferal at any time!" -George & Diane Betts
"Kevin is a definite straight shooter with a no nonsense approach to both the buying and selling of homes in Ocean City, NJ. Kevin clearly understands the local market and all the nuances of Ocean City. Kevin is super responsive and always available to talk through an issue or question you may have along the way. Kevin exhibits a willingness to take on difficult situations and he does so with a practical approach to problem solving. I used Kevin on both the buying and selling side in Ocean City and would use him again without hesitation." -Paul Straub
"Great help during and after the purchase. Good recommendations for builders and architects. We weren't even there Kevin managed everything. He never gives up." -M. Rubinstein
"Great, reliable team!" -Paige Garrison
"Couldn't have asked for a better team!" -Don & Dian Urbanski
"Kevin was a huge help as we made our purchase of a beach house. He was right there ready to help in any way. Definitely would use his services again and would not hesitate to recommend him to any friends who are in need of his services.....great guy!" -John & Jean Reistle
"Kevin & Paige were nice to work with and I would definitely use them again!!" -Gregory & Susan Jones
"We have purchased two homes in Ocean City with Kevin's help. We would definitely use him again for purchasing or selling a home" -David & Kathleen Ostermayer
"Kevin was tremendous in getting our house sold for us! He has contacts that reach far and wide for scoping buyers. Our home sold quickly and the selling/settlement process was quick and pain-free. Would use him again and definitely recommend!" -Jonathan & Susan Dermott
"We hired Kevin to buy and sell a house for us in Ocean City. He is a true professional and knows real estate inside and out. Two things that stood out for us was his knowledge of the Ocean City market and the fact that he makes himself available on very short notice, which is so important when dealing with out of town clients. We would highly recommend Kevin to anyone needing a realtor at the Jersey Shore." -Chris & Cindy Ryan
"Kevin understand your needs when it comes to selling a house. Five stars for Kevin." -Brent & Colleen Sanders
"Kevin made the process of purchasing our new home pain free. His level of customer service was outstanding both before and after the sale." -Tom & Paula Baker
"Kevin was responsive and knowledgeable concerning all areas of our sale." -James & Anne Ricigliano
"Kevin was excellend in his recommendation and guidance during repair/renovation on my condo after Super Storm Sandy. With his help I had affordable yet very talented people doing last minute "things" that made for a quick sale and a very happy me. Kevin worked very hard for me and I would definitely recommend him to my friends." -Neil Birdsall
"Kevin does a all around great job" -Joesph & Anna Marie Donnelly
"Kevin was very sttentive and kept aware of my needs as a seller. Very knowledable of the market in Ocean City. Had a great team" -Gregory Bolton "Just the right amount of service without the aggressive salesmanship that would turn me off. But once we had decide on a property to purchase, he proved to be agressive on our behave to reach an agreeable deal." -Dan & Lesley Billow
"Friendly, out-going, dedicated." -Michael & Barbara Ippilitti
"Kevin did a great job, did everything he could. He helped us realize that we were selling a 20 year old home in a declining market and needed to understand we were not going to get the money back we paid for it. He has a terrific family. His wife runs a cleaning service that does a tremendous job as well. I would highly recommend his services!!!!" -Gregory & Barbara Haines
"Kevin is in tune with everything in real estate that is happening on the Island. He found us our house when it was nothing more than pilings sticking up out of the ground. Kevin along with his assistant Paige Garrison responded to every concern in a timely fashion and made the whole buying process easy." -James Ward & Michele Fantazzio
"Kevin did an excellent job of both selling my old house and purchasing a new house in Ocean ity, NJ. He nkows what he is doing, stayed right on the project by was never pushy throughout the process. I wouldn't hesistrate to recommend Kevin to anyone that is looking for a Realtor's service in OC." -Michael Burnley
"This is the second time we used Kevin. Once for buying, once for selling. Kevin did a excellent job in both times when we were buying the house and when we were selling the house." -Paul & Solange Feldmann
"Kevin is experienced and has a wealth of real estate knowledge in the NJ shore areas. He works with you to try to meet your desires within your budget. Kevin is not aggressive to the point where he makes you feel pressured. Both Kevin and Paige always kept in contact providing us with updated information. I would highly recommend Kevin and Paige. If I hit the lottery he would be the one I would call to help me find my dream house." -Joseph & Jane DeMatto
"Kevin is a true professional with the knowledge and local contacts to close deals. He offers 20+ years of experience in Ocean City market, which is important as you seek buyers for your property." -Joseph & Maureen Schneider
"Kevin was very helpful and knew the inventory of homes in our price range. He was honest and answered all our questions. Most importantly, he listed to what was important to us and we ended up with the perfect vacation home. He also stayed involved until we had our new home key and even then took the time to assure us that he was only a phone call away if we needed help with anything. You won't have any worries working with Kevin, he is a professional at the top of his field." -Thomas & Nina Czerpak
"Kevin and his assistant Paige were a great fit for us to work with regarding our recent home purchase. They were both professional and willing to spend quite a bit of time with us each time we went out to look at potentional properties. Kevin and Paige were always easily accessible when me wife and I had questions and if they weren't available immediately, the follow up time was very quick. Kevin knows the Ocean City area well and the home buying process from start to finish. Kevin and Paige work hard to earn your business and stick with you until you find the perfect place!" -Stephen & Brigett Shimp
"Kevin was very attentive and kept aware of my needs as a seller. Very knowledgeable of the market in OCEAN CITY. Had a great team." -Gregory Bolton
"Kevin Decosta's professional and friendly manner provided a smooth and successful transaction of a purchased condo that was very unique in nature. After a potential purchase fell through in the final hours, Kevin was extremely supportive in identifying additional buying opportunities. His constant communication, attention to detail, and follow up allowed for a smooth working relationship. Understanding the processes in a foreclosure purchase, not only was the learning curve increased, his persistency and efforts to bring it all together made for a happy ending. I very much would seek his advise and expertise for future buying or selling endeavors." -Walter & Gaile Rockey
"Both Lexi and Ken were directly involved in the sale of my home and the purchase of another home. I was very pleased with both and felt I was informed of the progress of both sales and could count on both to keep me up to date on both transactions. I would highly recommend them as a team to work for me again in the future." -Amy Hofferica
"Kevin and Lexie were great to work with, the whole process went very well. My wife and I were very happy with their time and effort in getting this sale to settlement." Ed Shew
"Kevin and his assistant Lexi are both fantastic to work with. Kevin having grown up in OC knows the island very well, and this is so helpful to a buyer. The process went very smoothly and the communication and responsiveness was excellent! Very pleased with overall experience would highly recommend using him if in search of a home in Ocean City. We are thrilled to finally be homeowners in OC!" -Jennifer Brown
"We can't thank Kevin and Lexi enough for all of the hard work, dedication, and time they spent helping us find the perfect condo in Ocean City. We highly recommend Kevin to anyone we know who is selling or wanting to purchase a home in Ocean City, NJ, as his knowledge of the local real estate market, sense of urgency, and professionalism is outstanding. Kevin and his associate, Lexi, were a pleasure to work with, having our best interest at heart, and always made themselves available for any questions and concerns we had throughout the search and buying process. They are experts in their field and we were lucky to have had them as our realtor. Thanks for the outstanding service." -Tiffany Reardon
"Kevin and Lexi are tops in Ocean City real estate. Their knowledge of the market and its trends put us in a position to sell our property significantly higher than we thought was possible. They are always available, an important quality in the current market. I am now looking for another property and Kevin and Lexi’s expertise are already at work." -Rich Douglas
"Kevin is so knowledgeable in real estate in Ocean City. He is a pleasure to work with and a true professional. I highly recommend Kevin in buying and selling your home." -Maria Douglas
"I have used Kevin as my realtor for 21 year. He’s sold 2 houses for me as well as finding 3houses that I have purchased . Kevin is trustworthy and reliable. Kevin is also very knowledgeable. I have also recommended him to friends." -Tina Evangelista
"Kevin was extreemly helpful in our purchase of a beachfront property. He worked with us over several months to find the perfect property. He remained easy to contact throughout the purchase period and always responded promtly to our questions and concerns." -Paul Taylor
"Kevin was professional and knowledgeable in all aspects of the sale of our home. He helped us set the listing price so we received many offers in the first week which prompted a bidding war. We were able to get a great price for our property. The whole transaction was seamless start to finish. His assistant Lexi was able to answer any questions that came up promptly. We like to choose a realtor that is experienced when selling a property. Kevin checked all the boxes and he’s nice to work with as well." -Pat Gheen
"Kevin and his assistant, Lexi were professional and thorough. I would highly recommend them. Their knowledge of our association and preparing us for the sale was excellent" -Tom Matthews
"Kevin was excellent at every step of the process of selling our home of 22 years. The advice given to spruce up for listening was spot on. The negotiation was excellent and got us exactly what we wanted. I highly recommend Kevin to sell your home!" -Heather Walls
"Kevin provides excellent customer service. He has all the qualities you could want in a realtor. He is knowledgeable, hardworking, professional, detail oriented and easy to work with. He responds promptly and answers all questions completely. Kevin makes you feel like you are his only customer. Although it took us a little longer than most to find a new place, Kevin was always patient and willing to show us another property. He kept us informed and expertly handled all aspects of the transaction. We highly recommend Kevin, as he is an outstanding realtor and a pleasure to work with. Thank you Kevin, you are the best!" -Jeff Mitchell
"Kevin is extremely helpful and responsive. He is very knowledgeable, has a lot of real estate experience, and is easy to work with. He has strong relationships with many local businesses/partners, which was extremely beneficial." -Christy Wall
"This is our 2nd time using Kevin. His advice has proven to be honest and sound. Kevin and his associates provided us with fast, efficient service. They answered all of our questions and were available whenever needed. I believe they are the reason we sold our home in less than a week. Settlement was a breeze. Could not have been any better prepared." -Suzen Schaf
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