The Twin Team was excellent to work with! Darlene and Aileen are so knowledgeable and experienced, they made the process of selling our house a breeze. They arranged everything that was needed to sell our house, and answered every concern and question that we had. They negotiated the best price for us and our house sold after only 1 week on the market. They used a wonderful professional photographer who was able to showcase the beauty of our house. I would highly recommend them!
Tony and Luanne Stendardo
This is the second time that we have used Lighthouse Realty, Inc. to both sell a house and buy a new one. Darlene, Aileen, and the rest of the team are the best at what they do. They know the conditions of the real estate market and help their clients navigate it well. Most importantly, they actually CARE about their clients and their well being. Darlene is very responsive and goes the extra mile for her clients in making sure that their interests are served. I can't recommend them enough to prospective home buyers and sellers.
Michael and Jade Burrus
This is the fifth time we have used "The Twin Team" at Lighthouse Realty (Darlene Young and Aileen Mahoney) and it was just as smooth and professional as the first time. They are VERY knowledgeable and put their 30+ years of experience to work from day one! They offered practical advice as we prepared to put our home on the market and recommended excellent service providers for needed repairs. They are ALWAYS available to respond to our questions and have guided us through every step of the process – keeping in touch regularly. They patiently take the time to ensure that we have a full understanding of transactions. We had some 7-8 showings during the FIRST week our home was on the market – and ended up with 3 offers before the week was up. We accepted the one best suited to our needs and are extremely happy with the outcome. Their efforts are strong and sincere, whether they are working for the “seller” or the “buyer.” We will be forever grateful for all they have done for us.
Margie and Bruce Walthall
Aileen Mahoney was my realtor during the span of my home search this summer and she was very professional and courteous and knowledgeable and patient with me as I searched for my forever home. She was able to provide contacts and recommendations for me and was always available to provide time for me during my search. We are very pleased with our home and it couldn’t have been done without Aileen and Lighthouse Realty’s help and knowledge. I highly recommend their set!
Vicky Held
I've worked with many agents over the years as I periodically purchase and sell real estate. Aileen clearly stands out from the crowd with her persistent & helpful communication. She provides sound advice, helps you find the resources you need, and makes sure your purchase or sale stays on track. I will continue to work with Aileen for my future real estate needs and highly recommend her.
James Ballenger
We have used Lighthouse Realty to buy and sell several houses. They are a pleasure to work with and follow through on every detail. They leave no stone unturned. They return all phone calls promptly and are happy to answer all questions. If I have a property transaction to do, I would not call anyone else.
Carolyn Maddox
"Aileen was wonderful! As a first time home buyer I felt she was always looking out for us. She was prompt to answer any questions we had and guided us through the whole process. She is a fount of knowledge and I would recommend her to anyone buying a home."
Michelle James
I was a first time home buyer. I have owned a few homes, but always did so as co-buyer. Doing this process on my own was daunting. Aileen was very patient and went above and beyond guiding me. I was confused and she would write lists and reminders for me. Aileen also made sure the inspection/repair process was followed to the letter. Because of her overseeing the process repairs were triple checked she made sure I was properly taken care of. She reminded me of when to call utility companies, etc. I don't know if I could have done this without her.
Bernadette D'Addio
Lighthouse Realty is one of the most professional companies my wife and I had the pleasure of working with. They went beyond the business approach and made us feel like a family member and found us a home with the criteria that we asked for. Well done job and we recommend Lighthouse Realty to everyone.
Brian Druker
They were very prompt to answer any questions we had! They were always only a phone call away. We sold our house in 10 days!! I would recommend them to my friends.
Edward Williams
Aileen and Darlene were there every step of the way. My husband and I were first time home buyers, and did not know what to expect when buying a house. I thought it would be a hard process, but Aileen was able to walk us through every step, and really had our best interest in mind. She showed us what to look for in houses and fought to make sure we got a good deal. They never once complained when I would find another house I wanted to look at, and would have the appointments set up within hours of me requesting to see a property. I would highly recommend Lighthouse Realty to anyone who is looking to purchase a home.
Sarah Demierre
Aileen has played an indispensable role in helping us get our first house and we feel very fortunate to be able to work with her. Ever since day 1, Aileen has been highly responsive to our questions and requests, even after hours or late at night. We saw the posting for our current house on ****** at 10 something at night, we emailed Aileen and was able to view the house the following day. We were very impressed with how attentive and flexible she is. Moreover, she was patient with us as we took our time touring a few houses and was very kind to offer her insights as to the pros and cons of each property. That was extremely helpful considering this is our first time buying a house. We also greatly appreciate Aileen's attention to details and preciseness. She handled all of documents professionally, with great care and meticulousness, leaving no ambiguity nor confusion in the language. She was also consistent in getting them back to us to sign in a timely manner so that we could meet all of our deadlines. Last, she surprised (and delighted) us immensely when she gave us a wreath and a beautifully-written card after we closed on our house. We both agree that it was really sweet of her to do so to wish us all the best with our new house (and new chapter in life). Overall, we are very happy with her service and highly recommend her for anyone seeking to buy a house.
Eli Shadrach
If "experience" is important to you, and it should be, then the Twin Team is who you need for all your real estate needs. They have helped us purchase and sell a home, and we plan to use them for future real estate needs. Their advice has proven over and over to be correct. For little fix up needs, their contacts are dependable, do good work and are reasonably priced. Above all, these are the nicest two ladies you will ever meet and they will work hard finding you a new home or selling your old one. You are in good hands with the Twin Team.
Kent and Kim
Aileen Mahoney at Lighthouse Realty consistently delivers best in class service during each real estate transaction she is involved with. The level of service and dedication she provides each client is so impressive it feels like she works personally for you and no one else, even though I knew otherwise. She has helped me sell one house and buy two others. I can't see how I will ever consider using another agent for my real estate needs. If you choose to work with a larger real estate firm just because you recognize the name you are doing yourself a great injustice. When I first met the twin team at Lighthouse Realty they said "We don't try to be the largest firm, we just try to be the best" and they lived up to that statement each and every day.
Billy Frazier
I have used them twice, once in 2008 and again this year! They have been super to work with, and I would use them again! They are very supportive and have exceeded my expectations. Thanks for all you have done for me.
Deborah Koopmann
Darlene and Aileen were both very professional and knowledgeable. My home sold very quickly. The brochure that they make had great pictures of my house and yard and everything about the home is listed inside. I would recommend them to anyone and would most definitely use them again.
Linda Harper
She was amazing to work with. She really cared about us. Aileen helped us find a beautiful house in a great neighborhood in a county with high rated schools.
Alethia Holmes
The Aileen and Darlene team of Lighthouse Realty were a very important part of getting me and my family into our beautiful home. Had it not been for their insight and recommendations, we would have possibly ended up in a house that we didn't love nearly as much as the one we now call home (I find myself thanking God often that we ended up in this home instead of the potentials). For example, one home we had a contract on had a fireplace that was converted from wood to gas. Aileen and I decided to get the additional inspection to check its condition. The inspection showed the need for an expensive repair. The owner would not consider the repair, as it wasn't needed for the fireplace to operate as a gas fireplace. Aileen helped us to avoid costly expenses down the road and possible issues reselling our house in the future, as well. Ultimately this wasn't the house for us, and we're glad things didn't work out on it. Aileen's knowledge, information sharing, accessibility, willingness to patiently work with us throughout the process (I had lots of questions and unique inquiries), and her straightforward approach of transparency and no nonsense (even if it was pointing out unfavorable findings) made her the right agent for us. Aileen also had an extensive network of professionals to recommend for every service required or suggested along the way. I had the opportunity to work with some of those recommended professionals, and I was satisfied with their services. I believe that Aileen Mahoney and Lighthouse Realty strive to operate with integrity and excellence, and I believe that those characteristics will help make anyone searching for a home a happy home owner. We thank God for Aileen's help and for the success of our home search and purchase!
Joshua Davis
I was a first time home buyer and didn't know where to begin. Thankfully I met Darlene. I had spoken with another Realtor but Darlene was just simply better in every category. Through out the whole process, I had confidence in everything we spoke about. She is very knowledgeable, approachable, and easy to contact. If I wasn't sweating during closing, I would have given her and her sister a great big hug after they handed me the keys.
Jake Harrison
Working with Aileen Mahoney at Lighthouse Realty is a great experience. I have bought and sold a house working with her. Always on the ball and very responsive no waiting for a phone call or email. Great experience both times.
Mike Powell
My husband and I were looking for a property that is in short supply in our area, a one-story house. This will be our last home so we were very picky, but Aileen was patient and persistent in finding what we required. I would say that I was most impressed with her responsiveness. When we called her, she always respond quickly. She is very experienced and knows the ins and outs of the business. Previously, we survived a difficult move, but Aileen Mahoney made this move comfortable for us. She's an expert trouble shooter. We recommend her highly.
Bonnie & Herman Atkins
Darlene helped us buy our first home in Richmond. She helped us navigate unfamiliar territory and explained every step of the process. She answered all of our (many) questions with a smile, and made herself available at all hours of the day. If we needed to know something, she would find out. She even came by to check up on us after we moved in. We would highly recommend her to anyone needing a realtor, she really knows her stuff. Now we are happily settled in our dream home. Thanks Darlene!
Jennifer Schneider
Lighthouse Realty with Ms. Aileen Mahoney helped us find our dream house in a month. She responds immediately with all inquiries we did. We told her what we like and which location we prefer. She gave us lists of homes in less than 24 hours. We really can't believe that we just bought a brand new home.
Sharon Mujar
Aileen Mahoney of Lighthouse Realty Inc. is the greatest! A very professional Real Estate Agent. Her accomplished skills in listing my complicated 'short sale', advertising house, completing the many necessary forms, timely communication between mortgage co. & myself are what were instrumental in bringing sale of property to a successful close. I cannot thank her enough, not only for her professionalism but, her diligence, patience & compassion. Sincerely appreciate all your hard work Aileen Mahoney. So blessed to have met and worked with you, Aileen Mahoney & Darlene Young.
Carolyn Doyle
This is my second time using Darlene Young and Lighthouse Realty when it was time for me to sell my home. She is very professional and on top of the current market conditions. All of my questions were answered completely and she was readily available. She kept me informed at all times about what was happening. I moved out of Virginia and Darlene helped me locate a wonderful Realtor in my new hometown. I give her a hearty recommendation.
Virginia Chambers-Hicks
Darlene Young is a very dedicated realtor. Her open houses are very successful and her experience in marketing your home gets the job done! She does everything she can to help to sell your home in a timely manner. She is very thoughtful and helps you through the whole selling process. I highly recommend Darlene Young of Lighthouse Realty to anyone interested in selling their home - they won't regret it!
Carole Peters
Darlene Young sold me my house about nine years ago. When I was ready to sell... she was the only person I contacted. She is very professional. Listened to my concerns. Darlene was always very respectful during the scheduling of each showing. Her advice and guidance made the experience enjoyable. For my next purchase I will definitely engage Darlene Young and her staff.
Christaphora Robeers
Aileen is a delight to work with. Her attention to detail is second to none. I recently purchased a townhouse near the VCU main campus, mainly for my two sons who are attending classes. Aileen was instrumental in this purchase, and also with having the owner pay for all the needed repairs.
Dr. Keith Wunsch
Darlene Young went above and beyond to help our family into a Townhouse! Helping us obtain a mortgage company, home inspector, and any questions that needed answers for us! We could never had done this move without Darlene Young, and Lighthouse Realty! After the closing, and yes Darlene was there, she gave us a beautiful Fall Wreath for our new front door!
Bobby & June Elliott
Aileen at Lighthouse Realty was absolutely wonderful to work with. She helped me and my husband buy our first home. We would have been lost without her. She helped us through each step of the process, including some rather tough negotiations and unforeseen issues! She was very thorough, making sure everything was as it should be. She was so hands on, you would have thought she was buying it for herself! Aileen was always there to answer any questions along the way. One of the best parts of going with Lighthouse Realty, is that when Aileen was unavailable, her sister Darlene was there to assist. We highly recommend Aileen to anyone looking to buy a house; she’s the best!
Kelli & Eric Hoffner
Tony and Luanne Stendardo
This is the second time that we have used Lighthouse Realty, Inc. to both sell a house and buy a new one. Darlene, Aileen, and the rest of the team are the best at what they do. They know the conditions of the real estate market and help their clients navigate it well. Most importantly, they actually CARE about their clients and their well being. Darlene is very responsive and goes the extra mile for her clients in making sure that their interests are served. I can't recommend them enough to prospective home buyers and sellers.
Michael and Jade Burrus
This is the fifth time we have used "The Twin Team" at Lighthouse Realty (Darlene Young and Aileen Mahoney) and it was just as smooth and professional as the first time. They are VERY knowledgeable and put their 30+ years of experience to work from day one! They offered practical advice as we prepared to put our home on the market and recommended excellent service providers for needed repairs. They are ALWAYS available to respond to our questions and have guided us through every step of the process – keeping in touch regularly. They patiently take the time to ensure that we have a full understanding of transactions. We had some 7-8 showings during the FIRST week our home was on the market – and ended up with 3 offers before the week was up. We accepted the one best suited to our needs and are extremely happy with the outcome. Their efforts are strong and sincere, whether they are working for the “seller” or the “buyer.” We will be forever grateful for all they have done for us.
Margie and Bruce Walthall
Aileen Mahoney was my realtor during the span of my home search this summer and she was very professional and courteous and knowledgeable and patient with me as I searched for my forever home. She was able to provide contacts and recommendations for me and was always available to provide time for me during my search. We are very pleased with our home and it couldn’t have been done without Aileen and Lighthouse Realty’s help and knowledge. I highly recommend their set!
Vicky Held
I've worked with many agents over the years as I periodically purchase and sell real estate. Aileen clearly stands out from the crowd with her persistent & helpful communication. She provides sound advice, helps you find the resources you need, and makes sure your purchase or sale stays on track. I will continue to work with Aileen for my future real estate needs and highly recommend her.
James Ballenger
We have used Lighthouse Realty to buy and sell several houses. They are a pleasure to work with and follow through on every detail. They leave no stone unturned. They return all phone calls promptly and are happy to answer all questions. If I have a property transaction to do, I would not call anyone else.
Carolyn Maddox
"Aileen was wonderful! As a first time home buyer I felt she was always looking out for us. She was prompt to answer any questions we had and guided us through the whole process. She is a fount of knowledge and I would recommend her to anyone buying a home."
Michelle James
I was a first time home buyer. I have owned a few homes, but always did so as co-buyer. Doing this process on my own was daunting. Aileen was very patient and went above and beyond guiding me. I was confused and she would write lists and reminders for me. Aileen also made sure the inspection/repair process was followed to the letter. Because of her overseeing the process repairs were triple checked she made sure I was properly taken care of. She reminded me of when to call utility companies, etc. I don't know if I could have done this without her.
Bernadette D'Addio
Lighthouse Realty is one of the most professional companies my wife and I had the pleasure of working with. They went beyond the business approach and made us feel like a family member and found us a home with the criteria that we asked for. Well done job and we recommend Lighthouse Realty to everyone.
Brian Druker
They were very prompt to answer any questions we had! They were always only a phone call away. We sold our house in 10 days!! I would recommend them to my friends.
Edward Williams
Aileen and Darlene were there every step of the way. My husband and I were first time home buyers, and did not know what to expect when buying a house. I thought it would be a hard process, but Aileen was able to walk us through every step, and really had our best interest in mind. She showed us what to look for in houses and fought to make sure we got a good deal. They never once complained when I would find another house I wanted to look at, and would have the appointments set up within hours of me requesting to see a property. I would highly recommend Lighthouse Realty to anyone who is looking to purchase a home.
Sarah Demierre
Aileen has played an indispensable role in helping us get our first house and we feel very fortunate to be able to work with her. Ever since day 1, Aileen has been highly responsive to our questions and requests, even after hours or late at night. We saw the posting for our current house on ****** at 10 something at night, we emailed Aileen and was able to view the house the following day. We were very impressed with how attentive and flexible she is. Moreover, she was patient with us as we took our time touring a few houses and was very kind to offer her insights as to the pros and cons of each property. That was extremely helpful considering this is our first time buying a house. We also greatly appreciate Aileen's attention to details and preciseness. She handled all of documents professionally, with great care and meticulousness, leaving no ambiguity nor confusion in the language. She was also consistent in getting them back to us to sign in a timely manner so that we could meet all of our deadlines. Last, she surprised (and delighted) us immensely when she gave us a wreath and a beautifully-written card after we closed on our house. We both agree that it was really sweet of her to do so to wish us all the best with our new house (and new chapter in life). Overall, we are very happy with her service and highly recommend her for anyone seeking to buy a house.
Eli Shadrach
If "experience" is important to you, and it should be, then the Twin Team is who you need for all your real estate needs. They have helped us purchase and sell a home, and we plan to use them for future real estate needs. Their advice has proven over and over to be correct. For little fix up needs, their contacts are dependable, do good work and are reasonably priced. Above all, these are the nicest two ladies you will ever meet and they will work hard finding you a new home or selling your old one. You are in good hands with the Twin Team.
Kent and Kim
Aileen Mahoney at Lighthouse Realty consistently delivers best in class service during each real estate transaction she is involved with. The level of service and dedication she provides each client is so impressive it feels like she works personally for you and no one else, even though I knew otherwise. She has helped me sell one house and buy two others. I can't see how I will ever consider using another agent for my real estate needs. If you choose to work with a larger real estate firm just because you recognize the name you are doing yourself a great injustice. When I first met the twin team at Lighthouse Realty they said "We don't try to be the largest firm, we just try to be the best" and they lived up to that statement each and every day.
Billy Frazier
I have used them twice, once in 2008 and again this year! They have been super to work with, and I would use them again! They are very supportive and have exceeded my expectations. Thanks for all you have done for me.
Deborah Koopmann
Darlene and Aileen were both very professional and knowledgeable. My home sold very quickly. The brochure that they make had great pictures of my house and yard and everything about the home is listed inside. I would recommend them to anyone and would most definitely use them again.
Linda Harper
She was amazing to work with. She really cared about us. Aileen helped us find a beautiful house in a great neighborhood in a county with high rated schools.
Alethia Holmes
The Aileen and Darlene team of Lighthouse Realty were a very important part of getting me and my family into our beautiful home. Had it not been for their insight and recommendations, we would have possibly ended up in a house that we didn't love nearly as much as the one we now call home (I find myself thanking God often that we ended up in this home instead of the potentials). For example, one home we had a contract on had a fireplace that was converted from wood to gas. Aileen and I decided to get the additional inspection to check its condition. The inspection showed the need for an expensive repair. The owner would not consider the repair, as it wasn't needed for the fireplace to operate as a gas fireplace. Aileen helped us to avoid costly expenses down the road and possible issues reselling our house in the future, as well. Ultimately this wasn't the house for us, and we're glad things didn't work out on it. Aileen's knowledge, information sharing, accessibility, willingness to patiently work with us throughout the process (I had lots of questions and unique inquiries), and her straightforward approach of transparency and no nonsense (even if it was pointing out unfavorable findings) made her the right agent for us. Aileen also had an extensive network of professionals to recommend for every service required or suggested along the way. I had the opportunity to work with some of those recommended professionals, and I was satisfied with their services. I believe that Aileen Mahoney and Lighthouse Realty strive to operate with integrity and excellence, and I believe that those characteristics will help make anyone searching for a home a happy home owner. We thank God for Aileen's help and for the success of our home search and purchase!
Joshua Davis
I was a first time home buyer and didn't know where to begin. Thankfully I met Darlene. I had spoken with another Realtor but Darlene was just simply better in every category. Through out the whole process, I had confidence in everything we spoke about. She is very knowledgeable, approachable, and easy to contact. If I wasn't sweating during closing, I would have given her and her sister a great big hug after they handed me the keys.
Jake Harrison
Working with Aileen Mahoney at Lighthouse Realty is a great experience. I have bought and sold a house working with her. Always on the ball and very responsive no waiting for a phone call or email. Great experience both times.
Mike Powell
My husband and I were looking for a property that is in short supply in our area, a one-story house. This will be our last home so we were very picky, but Aileen was patient and persistent in finding what we required. I would say that I was most impressed with her responsiveness. When we called her, she always respond quickly. She is very experienced and knows the ins and outs of the business. Previously, we survived a difficult move, but Aileen Mahoney made this move comfortable for us. She's an expert trouble shooter. We recommend her highly.
Bonnie & Herman Atkins
Darlene helped us buy our first home in Richmond. She helped us navigate unfamiliar territory and explained every step of the process. She answered all of our (many) questions with a smile, and made herself available at all hours of the day. If we needed to know something, she would find out. She even came by to check up on us after we moved in. We would highly recommend her to anyone needing a realtor, she really knows her stuff. Now we are happily settled in our dream home. Thanks Darlene!
Jennifer Schneider
Lighthouse Realty with Ms. Aileen Mahoney helped us find our dream house in a month. She responds immediately with all inquiries we did. We told her what we like and which location we prefer. She gave us lists of homes in less than 24 hours. We really can't believe that we just bought a brand new home.
Sharon Mujar
Aileen Mahoney of Lighthouse Realty Inc. is the greatest! A very professional Real Estate Agent. Her accomplished skills in listing my complicated 'short sale', advertising house, completing the many necessary forms, timely communication between mortgage co. & myself are what were instrumental in bringing sale of property to a successful close. I cannot thank her enough, not only for her professionalism but, her diligence, patience & compassion. Sincerely appreciate all your hard work Aileen Mahoney. So blessed to have met and worked with you, Aileen Mahoney & Darlene Young.
Carolyn Doyle
This is my second time using Darlene Young and Lighthouse Realty when it was time for me to sell my home. She is very professional and on top of the current market conditions. All of my questions were answered completely and she was readily available. She kept me informed at all times about what was happening. I moved out of Virginia and Darlene helped me locate a wonderful Realtor in my new hometown. I give her a hearty recommendation.
Virginia Chambers-Hicks
Darlene Young is a very dedicated realtor. Her open houses are very successful and her experience in marketing your home gets the job done! She does everything she can to help to sell your home in a timely manner. She is very thoughtful and helps you through the whole selling process. I highly recommend Darlene Young of Lighthouse Realty to anyone interested in selling their home - they won't regret it!
Carole Peters
Darlene Young sold me my house about nine years ago. When I was ready to sell... she was the only person I contacted. She is very professional. Listened to my concerns. Darlene was always very respectful during the scheduling of each showing. Her advice and guidance made the experience enjoyable. For my next purchase I will definitely engage Darlene Young and her staff.
Christaphora Robeers
Aileen is a delight to work with. Her attention to detail is second to none. I recently purchased a townhouse near the VCU main campus, mainly for my two sons who are attending classes. Aileen was instrumental in this purchase, and also with having the owner pay for all the needed repairs.
Dr. Keith Wunsch
Darlene Young went above and beyond to help our family into a Townhouse! Helping us obtain a mortgage company, home inspector, and any questions that needed answers for us! We could never had done this move without Darlene Young, and Lighthouse Realty! After the closing, and yes Darlene was there, she gave us a beautiful Fall Wreath for our new front door!
Bobby & June Elliott
Aileen at Lighthouse Realty was absolutely wonderful to work with. She helped me and my husband buy our first home. We would have been lost without her. She helped us through each step of the process, including some rather tough negotiations and unforeseen issues! She was very thorough, making sure everything was as it should be. She was so hands on, you would have thought she was buying it for herself! Aileen was always there to answer any questions along the way. One of the best parts of going with Lighthouse Realty, is that when Aileen was unavailable, her sister Darlene was there to assist. We highly recommend Aileen to anyone looking to buy a house; she’s the best!
Kelli & Eric Hoffner
Darlene couldn't have done any better. She really listened, showed us exactly what we were looking for, and gave plenty of very helpful advice along the way. She is so professional and so wonderful at her job. We recommend her to the highest extent.
Eileen Breen
Eileen Breen
Aileen Mahoney was a very delightful realtor to work with. She was always honest and looked out for the buyer’s best interest. She always made herself available for questions. She is a very hard worker and I would highly recommend her to anyone purchasing a house here in the Richmond, VA market.
Ibrahim & Gufran Issa
I bought a foreclosure property as-is, under a renovation loan. The process is very involved, and demands a lot of documentation and back-and-forth with the seller and lender. Darlene referred me to a great loan officer, and provided me great support throughout the process. Renovations are just starting, so I can't comment on the final results, but she and Aileen provided great support for me through the long and tedious purchase process. Fingers crossed that the renovations go as well as the purchase!
Patsy Salyers
Darlene was wonderful to work with. Once I finally found the home I wanted (which she showed us many houses and was very patient & knowledgeable about many different areas), we had many questions and the contract negotiations went back and forth but she was great with the whole process. Her expertise with the whole process really helped and her suggestions of people to call for various services we needed was great. She's been in the business a while so knows lots of people and has the experience needed to be successful.
Wendi Lichwiarz
Aileen and Darlene helped to make this 'not so perfect condition' house ready for market with incredibly helpful insight, suggestions and recommendations for local tradesmen to help with work that was out of my ability range. It took a lot of work to get the house ready for showing and the ladies of Lighthouse Realty were very patient with me as I worked to effect the necessary repairs. After an offer was made, Aileen helped us to negotiate a very fair deal for which my sister (the owner) could agree to accept. I appreciate the lengths the Lighthouse Realty ladies went to in making this process easy for me as I was handling the sale on my (out-of-state) sister's behalf. I made the right choice by selecting a local realtor. They are awesome to have on your side!
John Loeblich
Aileen is very hands-on and involved. She has strong communication skills -- you are never at a loss with what is going on with your home sale. Working with Aileen and Darlene is a great "two for one" deal!
Elizabeth Lee
Darlene helped my family and I not only find our new home, but also sell our former one. She was a guiding light of knowledge and stability through one of the most trying processes a family can go through with a 2 year old and a new born. Darlene's expertise and contacts helped greatly in facilitating a smooth transition into our new home! Thank you so much for all of your help.
Stephen Jeffrey
Aileen helped me sell my home. She was very helpful and explained everything to me every step of the way. I would recommend her highly, she did an amazing job. If you are looking for a professional real estate agent, call Lighthouse Realty and ask for Aileen Mahoney.
Debbie Rux
I highly recommend Aileen Mahoney of Lighthouse Realty, Inc. She made us feel like family, there was no question she couldn't answer, and there was no obstacle that she couldn't handle.. Our home was sold and we were so pleased. Words like thank you aren't enough for the wonderful job that has been done selling our home. If you're selling your home or want to buy a home, and you're looking for a realtor, call Lighthouse Realty and ask for Aileen Mahoney.
Ken & Desiree Goodman
Aileen helped me close on a house a couple months back and I know I would have been completely lost without her expertise and guidance. The whole process was foreign to me as this was my first time going through the home buying process. She was always there to answer any questions that came up. She guided me through the home loan process and got me in touch with a great loan officer. She has many connections that came in handy during the process. She got me connected to a loan officer, a home inspector and even a locksmith that was able to change the locks to my house after I had purchased it. Without Aileen, I'm not sure how I would have gotten through it.
Adam Bush
Darlene Young was a pleasure to work with! My husband and I were very blessed to have found such a kind, encouraging and supportive realtor to assist us. We never felt pressured in anyway, and Darlene answered all of our questions promptly & helped us by providing a list of reputable contractors, lenders and closing attorneys. She was simply the best!! It was a pleasure working with her to buy our home!
Steve & Myra Finch
Ibrahim & Gufran Issa
I bought a foreclosure property as-is, under a renovation loan. The process is very involved, and demands a lot of documentation and back-and-forth with the seller and lender. Darlene referred me to a great loan officer, and provided me great support throughout the process. Renovations are just starting, so I can't comment on the final results, but she and Aileen provided great support for me through the long and tedious purchase process. Fingers crossed that the renovations go as well as the purchase!
Patsy Salyers
Darlene was wonderful to work with. Once I finally found the home I wanted (which she showed us many houses and was very patient & knowledgeable about many different areas), we had many questions and the contract negotiations went back and forth but she was great with the whole process. Her expertise with the whole process really helped and her suggestions of people to call for various services we needed was great. She's been in the business a while so knows lots of people and has the experience needed to be successful.
Wendi Lichwiarz
Aileen and Darlene helped to make this 'not so perfect condition' house ready for market with incredibly helpful insight, suggestions and recommendations for local tradesmen to help with work that was out of my ability range. It took a lot of work to get the house ready for showing and the ladies of Lighthouse Realty were very patient with me as I worked to effect the necessary repairs. After an offer was made, Aileen helped us to negotiate a very fair deal for which my sister (the owner) could agree to accept. I appreciate the lengths the Lighthouse Realty ladies went to in making this process easy for me as I was handling the sale on my (out-of-state) sister's behalf. I made the right choice by selecting a local realtor. They are awesome to have on your side!
John Loeblich
Aileen is very hands-on and involved. She has strong communication skills -- you are never at a loss with what is going on with your home sale. Working with Aileen and Darlene is a great "two for one" deal!
Elizabeth Lee
Darlene helped my family and I not only find our new home, but also sell our former one. She was a guiding light of knowledge and stability through one of the most trying processes a family can go through with a 2 year old and a new born. Darlene's expertise and contacts helped greatly in facilitating a smooth transition into our new home! Thank you so much for all of your help.
Stephen Jeffrey
Aileen helped me sell my home. She was very helpful and explained everything to me every step of the way. I would recommend her highly, she did an amazing job. If you are looking for a professional real estate agent, call Lighthouse Realty and ask for Aileen Mahoney.
Debbie Rux
I highly recommend Aileen Mahoney of Lighthouse Realty, Inc. She made us feel like family, there was no question she couldn't answer, and there was no obstacle that she couldn't handle.. Our home was sold and we were so pleased. Words like thank you aren't enough for the wonderful job that has been done selling our home. If you're selling your home or want to buy a home, and you're looking for a realtor, call Lighthouse Realty and ask for Aileen Mahoney.
Ken & Desiree Goodman
Aileen helped me close on a house a couple months back and I know I would have been completely lost without her expertise and guidance. The whole process was foreign to me as this was my first time going through the home buying process. She was always there to answer any questions that came up. She guided me through the home loan process and got me in touch with a great loan officer. She has many connections that came in handy during the process. She got me connected to a loan officer, a home inspector and even a locksmith that was able to change the locks to my house after I had purchased it. Without Aileen, I'm not sure how I would have gotten through it.
Adam Bush
Darlene Young was a pleasure to work with! My husband and I were very blessed to have found such a kind, encouraging and supportive realtor to assist us. We never felt pressured in anyway, and Darlene answered all of our questions promptly & helped us by providing a list of reputable contractors, lenders and closing attorneys. She was simply the best!! It was a pleasure working with her to buy our home!
Steve & Myra Finch
We bought this house 8 years ago with Darlene at our side. She was awesome then, but when selling it for us, she went above and beyond! We actually had to move out nearly a monthly before the sale was final. There were numerous things that needed to be done before closing. This included having workmen in to replace part of the foundation joists! As well as something more mundane as the dryer breaking...on the last ever load of towels I did in that house! But Darlene managed it all for us. We were out of communication for a chunk of time as we were moving abroad. The thought of leaving the country a month before closing was daunting, but with Darlene at the helm I didn't need to worry about anything. And it was not a smooth process. She dealt with everything that came up quickly and cleanly. Thanks Darlene!
Mark & Veronica Turner
Darlene was an extremely helpful, knowledgeable and accommodating realtor. Highly recommend.
Example. On a Sunday when I was test driving a vehicle, I saw a house for sale by her and called inquiring about additional information about the property. She called back within 10-20 minutes and said, "I can meet you there in about 2 hours".
Clayton Gits
Darlene was the most knowledgeable and responsive realtor I've ever worked with. I had a very significant '11th hour' issue and she fought tooth and nail for me, even when I was ready to cave. I highly recommend Darlene to anyone pursuing a real estate transaction.
Chris Clark
Darlene represented us on the sale/purchase of our home. She is a true professional. She sold our farm in nine days because of her excellent marketing skills. She also is a strong negotiator. We have bought and sold eight houses over the past 20 years and Darlene is the first real estate agent who worked to sell our place from the moment the contract was signed. We would highly recommend Darlene Young and Lighthouse Realty to anyone and everyone.
Jim & Pat Huber
Darlene is an amazing real estate agent! She helped us sell our old home in record time and purchase a new home of our dreams! She went above and beyond spending countless hours driving us all around the Richmond area to find our perfect house. She is exceptionally knowledgeable and professional. She is always willing to help and give her professional opinion as well as keeps you notified of every step of the buying and selling process. I will definitely recommend her to anyone looking for a real estate agent.
Carolyn & Jeff Jarrells
Mark & Veronica Turner
Darlene was an extremely helpful, knowledgeable and accommodating realtor. Highly recommend.
Example. On a Sunday when I was test driving a vehicle, I saw a house for sale by her and called inquiring about additional information about the property. She called back within 10-20 minutes and said, "I can meet you there in about 2 hours".
Clayton Gits
Darlene was the most knowledgeable and responsive realtor I've ever worked with. I had a very significant '11th hour' issue and she fought tooth and nail for me, even when I was ready to cave. I highly recommend Darlene to anyone pursuing a real estate transaction.
Chris Clark
Darlene represented us on the sale/purchase of our home. She is a true professional. She sold our farm in nine days because of her excellent marketing skills. She also is a strong negotiator. We have bought and sold eight houses over the past 20 years and Darlene is the first real estate agent who worked to sell our place from the moment the contract was signed. We would highly recommend Darlene Young and Lighthouse Realty to anyone and everyone.
Jim & Pat Huber
Darlene is an amazing real estate agent! She helped us sell our old home in record time and purchase a new home of our dreams! She went above and beyond spending countless hours driving us all around the Richmond area to find our perfect house. She is exceptionally knowledgeable and professional. She is always willing to help and give her professional opinion as well as keeps you notified of every step of the buying and selling process. I will definitely recommend her to anyone looking for a real estate agent.
Carolyn & Jeff Jarrells
We would highly recommend Darlene Young. When selling our house, Darlene and Aileen at Lighthouse Realty provided us a team of professional service at a level we have never received from any other realtors we have used in the past. From the first appointment to list our house to the final closing, we could not have been more impressed. The advice Darlene gave us regarding price, staging, open houses and showings was perfect and helped make selling our house a good experience. We were also impressed with her regular communication to keep us informed of everything during the entire process. We look forward to working with Darlene and Aileen in the future.
Diane Rhone & Jan Hummer
It is with sincere gratitude that I write this letter acknowledging the Lighthouse Realty team for the exceptional representation my dad and I received during the recent sale of my Aunt's home in Mechanicsville. We met with Darlene and Aileen and were immediately put at ease. My dad and I were impressed with their knowledge and professionalism. We knew right away that we were in competent, capable hands. We were provided outstanding advice about how to prepare the home for a more equitable, speedy sale. Their knowledge of the Mechanicsville area and home pricing ensured we received the best offer for our property. This sale could have been a nightmare for us here in Norfolk. Instead we got a better result than we could have ever hoped for. The house sold in less than three weeks after it was listed. Regardless of whether you are buying or selling, I would highly recommend Darlene and Aileen to help you navigate the process. We could not have asked for a better team to guide us through the sale of our property. Your credentials truly reflect who you are and what you can deliver. It was a pleasure working with you. My hat's off to you!
Linda Shearl
Diane Rhone & Jan Hummer
It is with sincere gratitude that I write this letter acknowledging the Lighthouse Realty team for the exceptional representation my dad and I received during the recent sale of my Aunt's home in Mechanicsville. We met with Darlene and Aileen and were immediately put at ease. My dad and I were impressed with their knowledge and professionalism. We knew right away that we were in competent, capable hands. We were provided outstanding advice about how to prepare the home for a more equitable, speedy sale. Their knowledge of the Mechanicsville area and home pricing ensured we received the best offer for our property. This sale could have been a nightmare for us here in Norfolk. Instead we got a better result than we could have ever hoped for. The house sold in less than three weeks after it was listed. Regardless of whether you are buying or selling, I would highly recommend Darlene and Aileen to help you navigate the process. We could not have asked for a better team to guide us through the sale of our property. Your credentials truly reflect who you are and what you can deliver. It was a pleasure working with you. My hat's off to you!
Linda Shearl
Darlene and Aileen, I've heard of "2-fers" before, but never like this. What a pleasure it was to hire one sister and get the other also. You are a wonderful team and my sisters and I are so happy with the job you did in selling our Dad's house in less than one week! AND in this market!!! The smartest thing we did in preparing Dad's home for sale was paying attention to what you told us and following your instructions. We will recommend either/both of you with no hesitation.
Mara Loving
Mara Loving
We just recently sold our father's home as he is in assisted living. This was a very difficult and emotional task for us. Darlene Young with Lighthouse Realty was one of several realtors we interviewed. We felt comfortable with her and her sister, Aileen, from the moment we met. They did a thorough market analysis of the home. Realizing that the real estate market was down, we were still shocked at the low selling prices. While this home was nice, it did need some updating. Darlene knew we were looking to get more for the house than what the market was bearing and suggested a few updates. With her advice, we decided to make the recommended changes. About thirty days after listing the property, Darlene called to say we have a contract and it's a good one. The house sold for much more than initally expected. The advice and updates paid off, and my father came out much better than if we had sold "as is." Lighthouse Realty is well known in the community, and after using them we can understand why. We would highly recommend them to anyone looking to buy or sell a home. Very seldom do you find someone who is genuinely honest and has your best interest at heart. Thank you Darlene and Aileen, it was a wonderful experience working with you and we will plan to use you again when the need arises.
Laura and Gilbert Taylor
Laura and Gilbert Taylor
This was my first experience with an agent selling my home. Aileen was wonderful and always a step ahead. Her follow up with my buyer's agent and mortgage broker made me feel at ease and comfortable with the whole selling process. All issues were dealt with promptly and she always offered the best options and advice. Aileen was always professional, very thorough, and courteous. She is more than an agent, she is a friend for life.
Lorri Henkel
I recently purchased a home and had the pleasure of dealing with Aileen Mahoney from Lighthouse Realty. My initial bid/offer for the home was rejected multiple times. Aileen convinced me to keep submitting the bid and she was continuously in contact with the listing agent. Perseverance paid off and we closed on the house last month. Aileen was extremely helpful, knowledgeable and professional throughout the process and I would recommend her to anyone that is buying or selling a home.
Dr. Keith Wunsch
Aileen was a pleasure to work with to buy our present home and to sell our last home. She always had a quick response to questions we had including educating us about short sales, foreclosures, and staging our house. She made sure that every step of closing was processed timely and professionally. We have recommended Aileen to friends wanting to buy homes.
Barb Schnell
Lorri Henkel
I recently purchased a home and had the pleasure of dealing with Aileen Mahoney from Lighthouse Realty. My initial bid/offer for the home was rejected multiple times. Aileen convinced me to keep submitting the bid and she was continuously in contact with the listing agent. Perseverance paid off and we closed on the house last month. Aileen was extremely helpful, knowledgeable and professional throughout the process and I would recommend her to anyone that is buying or selling a home.
Dr. Keith Wunsch
Aileen was a pleasure to work with to buy our present home and to sell our last home. She always had a quick response to questions we had including educating us about short sales, foreclosures, and staging our house. She made sure that every step of closing was processed timely and professionally. We have recommended Aileen to friends wanting to buy homes.
Barb Schnell
Aileen helped us to explore the market and see what we really needed and wanted. She was very impressive in many areas, and especially with negotiations!
Peyton & Clover Harris
Peyton & Clover Harris
We moved here from out of state. Aileen did a fantastic job lining up contractors, home inspectors, termite inspection and helping us find financing. Due to being out of state, Aileen met the contractor, inspectors at the property and kept us up to date on the progress. She arranged for us to have early entry saving us time and money. She knows all the ins and outs that were foreign to us coming into the state. She supplied us with all the utility companies and contact numbers. To this day, two years later, we are still calling her with inquiries on vendors to use, market conditions, etc. We couldn't have asked for a more professional and caring person.
Larry & Bonnie Silvernail
Larry & Bonnie Silvernail