The Chantel Ray Difference

Ask yourself a few questions:

Would you choose a doctor who had no nurses, bookkeepers or specialist colleagues available to call upon?
Does a teacher with an aide feel any less responsibility to her class?
Even though you can, do you want to do your taxes without an accountant?
And could you run your office better without a staff?

It's "no" to all of the above, we feel sure. And while buying and selling houses is not exactly brain surgery, in these times of overwhelming paperwork, state and federal regulations, tax consequences, complex mortgage and insurance issues, liabilities, and elaborate marketing needs, specialists are always a wonderful asset. When the Chantel Real Estate Team handles your real estate transaction you always get Chantel, plus the Team at no extra cost, which makes it the best of both worlds. It means you get a professional marketing director to handle your listing, a listing manager who's right there to answer all your questions, a buyer's specialist who works with Chantel and with you to help you find exactly the right buyers for your home. You get a closing coordinator who works closely with attorneys, loan officers, insurance agents and contracts. And, of course, you get Chantel. ~ Now you know.

True Stories From People We've Helped

"I have never had a realtor that I trusted, until I met Chantel Ray." -Bonnie

"I want to thank you for all of your help in selling my dad's house...I've been watching these shows on HGTV about how hard it is to sell a house - and I just think you did a wonderful job without us having to do anything to the place...I will definitely keep you in mind should someone need to buy or sell a house." -DeWitte Wilson

Chantel, I wanted to thank you & your team for a great job. You sold my house quick & The Chantel Ray Team did a fantastic job working on getting me another one. I have told countless people how wonderful you are & a true professional in the field of real estate. I love my new house BUT unfortunately I will NEVER be moving again so I won't be calling you to sell it. Moving is absolute hell. I will die in this house before I EVER move again. Keep up the great work & I will be telling everyone I know about you & your team. -Thanks again, Sharon Land

Desperately needed a short sale which was executed with strong knowledge and great skill and under very difficult circumstances.
-Laura M.

Called to ask (the) price for a house – Met a Chantel Ray Team representative that hour and it was all good from there on. -Donald Anderson

The Chantel Ray Team was extremely patient with our family, even though it took us three tries. They never once tried to rush us into anything.

Thank you for the follow-up. It is a wonderful opportunity to assure you that our home buying experience was a very positive one. The Chantel Ray Team was there for us every step of the way and continues to help and advise us. Warmest regards to all from my family and me. Sincerely, Karen

The Chantel Ray Team was professional with a personal touch! -Michelle Winters

Chantel sold a townhouse for us, very fast, did a great job of advertising it. The Chantel Ray Team was very, very helpful with us buying this home.… I just wanted to thank you for everything that you did for us. We really appreciate what you and your team were able to get accomplished for us. We couldn't believe that we were able to sell the house so quickly and things went so smoothly. We are new to the area and your team was very knowledgeable about values, neighborhoods and investment properties. Provided expert advice and marketing experience to sell my house very quickly when another realtor could not. -Terry Bolling

The Chantel Ray Team is a very customer oriented team. They are with you from start to finish and beyond. -Donald Reichert

"The Chantel Ray team we extremely down home friendly. The whole team worked together to make the sale run smooth as silk " - Glenda Bohlmann - Virginia Beach

"Provided expert advice and marketing expertice to sell my home very quickly when another realtor could not." Terry Bolling - Florida

"I had a great time working with Chantel Ray. She is energetic and truly loves her job. As a real estate investor I had specific needs to be met. She went above and beyond to meet my needs and ensure a successful sale. I'd highly recommend her to anyone! " - Lisa P. - Virginia Beach

"We have worked with older, experienced realtors, but non have served us better than Chantel" - Richard and Dianne P. - Virginia Beach

"The Chantel Ray Team was very helpful in giving us advice and information about writing out the contracts; he was very flexible timewise and always accomodated our request to see various prospects regardless of time; he was prompt in returning our phone calls." -Ryan and Anne - Chesapeake

"Our first time buying a home was a great experience thanks to Chantel." - Nathan and Lauren F - Virginia Beach

"Chantel and her team are fabulous to work with. They make you feel as if you are their one and most important client. The Chantel Ray Team was always prompt and courteous." -Ray and Mirella - Virginia Beach

"The Chantel Ray Team was very professional and knew what they were talking about, especially about their properties" - Tim, Chesapeake

"I wouldn't use another realtor if you PAID me. Chantel and her team are quick, reliable, professional and make the whole process painless. I can't say enough about Chantel and her team, we'll be her cheerleaders and clients for life." -Mirella - Virginia Beach

"Selling or buying a home can be a stressful experience but the Chantel Ray Real Estate Team made our experience as pain free as possible. They met all of our demands and made us feel as if we were their only client. We would definitely use Chantel's team again for any of our future real estate transactions." -Robert and Barbara - Virginia Beach

"I know that this is terribly late in coming to you but I just wanted to thank you for everything that you did for us. We really appreciate what you and your team were able to get accomplished for us. We couldn't believe that we were able to sell the house so quickly and things went so smoothly. Our son carries the webkinz puppy that you gave him where ever he goes and to bed! It is his favorite! Our daughter loved all of the "goodies" that you gave her. The neighborhood playground here has a sandbox that she takes the sandpail and shovel you gave her. Thanks again! If you ever come out to Charlotte please come visit us!" -Karen

"Chantel, Just wanted you to know, your truck is AWESOME!!! Very nice :) We appreciate the use of it. GREAT promotional item!! Thanks again." -Barbara - Virginia Beach

"The Chantel Ray Team is professional, courteous and effective. Our agent, Stephen Wills, sold our home in just a few weeks. Other homes in the neighborhood that went for sale at the same time are still on the market - it has about 13 weeks now!" -Brian and Robin - Norfolk

On behalf of my family I would like to thank the entire Chantel Ray Team for making our dream come through. There were bumps along the way but I am happy you guys were on my side. Thank you very much and God bless you all. -James and family

We love the service and the punctuality of everything! –The Kuhls

I can’t imagine having used another realtor. (They were) very efficient and knowledgeable. –The Whaleys

Every member of Chantel's Team was a pleasure to work with. They provided prompt, friendly service and were alwasy there to help with our questions and Concerns. -Jenein H

I totally appreciate the suppport Stephen Wills gave us in sell our our home. He became a friend not just a realtor. -M. Anton, Tampa FL

The Chantel Ray Team are True Professionals -J. Klinker

The Chantel Ray Team are the best real estate agents we could have ever asked for - we would recommend them to anyone. -The Kurgs

Thank you so much for everthing you have done. It has been great knowing that all I have to do is just give you a call and I my questions answered or things done. I would recommend you to anyone!!!! -Jennifer C.

Keep up the great work - Sold the property in record time - alway very professional - Gerald M.

The overall process was handled great from beginning to end. When we needed anything, it was taken care of quickly and professionally. - Mrs. Chamberlin

My experience was great. I was reassured of everything throughout the whole process of buying a house. Well organized! I had a great experience buying my first home. This was due to tthe Chantel Team. - Chris S.

Robert was my agent. He was so helpful and made this experience great. Robert is truly an asset to your company. - Felicia J.

Level of service from Robert Stamey is seldom seen. Total professional. Highly recommended. - Sam & Melissa H.

Selling my house was very stressful. Chantel and her team provided support and information to make the process seamless. they responded quickly to all calls. Very professional Team. - Melanie B.

Stephen does a great job of helping you find the right home for your family. He goes the extra mile and our experience was great! The Chantel Ray Team is professional, very pleasant and efficient and can sell any home fast! - Chris and Shelly G.

Being in the military and not from the area I appreciate the time and effort that Robert took to explain the whole process. We are 1st time owners and he was very patient. - Yadira Valtierra Luna

They were very helpful in giving us advice and information about writing our contracts. They were very flexible timewise, and always accomodated our requests to see various prospects. Regardless of time, they were prompt in returning our phone calls - Ryan and Anne M

They were prompt in everything they handled. -Robert and Barbara S.

Chantel's team helps with every step from the contract. Signing to close and everything in between. - Mirella M.

Their calls were prompt and they assisted us whenever we needed anything - Martin S.

The Chantel Ray Team was very patient. We were first time buyers and they explained the process well and answered every question that we had. They worked with our schedule and went out of their way plenty of times. - Victor F.

They were very flexible, and had great patience - Alexis H.

The team was excellent about getting us in touch with the right people. They helped us find someone to make the necessary repairs on our house. Chantel was always extremely accessible. -Charles and Jennifer S.

The team is the reason why we got our new house. They went above and beyond what they have to do as realtors. - Mike and Stacey K.

The Chantel Ray Real Estate Team Members are good people to work with and I think they have your needs at heart. It was very pleasant., everyone we had contact with especially. Chantel Ray was very caring and thoughtful of our interests and what was best for us. If you want the best marketing team in the area, The Chantel Ray Team is right for you. The Team was able to sell our house quickly ... and over the asking price! The Team took the time to patiently quide us through the maze of buying our first house and did so with the most kindess and upmost professionalism. The whole team made buying a home easy. They understood our needs and we quickly found a house. My experience was great. The Team always followed through and listened to my wishes without forcing her personal opinion on me. - April Johns

The team made buying a house esaier than renting an apartment. - Anthony Roman

The Chantel Ray Team was AWESOME! THey made our home buying expierence enjoyable and easier than we ever could have imagined We won't use anyone else. -Antoinette and Jason Charles

Premium servies, most pro-active time that I've ever worked with. - Latisha Jeffries

With very little notice, the Chantel Ray Team was extremely helpfull an daccommodating in finding a dream home for us - M. Fisher

"(The Chantel Ray Team) made home buying easy and stress free" - Shoshawna Mastin

"When I called and needed something you guys were right on it...Thanks!" - Steve Holcomb

"I don't believe we would have sold our house as quickly without Chantel and her teams efforts. We were abel to sell our house and go to closing within two weeks!" Mr. & Mrs. Slater

Great Experience. You made my selling one house while purchasing another painless – R Murphy

THE CHANTEL RAY TEAM ARE CLASS ACT! – Reginalod Williams

We loved knowing that we had Electra’s and the support of the Chantel Ray Team in the marketing and sale of our home. - Marc & Katrina Lopez

The Team experience was great. There was always someone available to help me. – Weimar

Robert Stamey was very knowledgeable and efficient in selling our house in 10 days! I feel your prompt action in getting virtual tour & MLS on line was instrumental in the fast sell! The while group worked as a well-coordinated team to get our house sold – Gary & Marianne Miller

Hands Down. The Chantel Ray Team is the best team I have ever worked with and now is the only team I will work with! - Trexler

The Chantel Ray Team is very helpful and eager to do what ever they can to answer client’s questions and help make the selling and buying process go as smoothly as possible. - Jennifer Lycke

Thanks for everything Chantel Ray Team! It was a pleasure. – S. Greene

We were FSBO for a few months and when Chantel listed our home, it was sold in 3 weeks (and in this harder to sell market). All the advertising pays off. -Beth Paradis

You all worked very hard to ensure that my property was sold quickly.. and saw that everything was in top-notch order all the way to the end. I mean it when I say I couldn’t have done it without you - Cheers, Sherri Jefferies.
We feel that Chantel has a thorough understanding of the housing market. She represented us well and worked for our best interest. She was always available to us and never left any questions unanswered. I have recommended her to several people because we were so satisfied with our experience. Thanks! -Terri Leach

Very professional, knowledgeable, and courteous staff that made our home buying experience smooth and stress free - Mathieu & Racheal McIntosh-Chesapeake