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About Gary Traflet
As a lifelong North Carolinian, Gary has been fortunate enough to have lived in several cities throughout the state from the mountains to the coast. Prior to real estate, his career was in big box retail store management. Upon graduating from East Carolina University, he joined Wal-Mart stores and was transferred to Elkin, NC. Soon after he worked in Hickory, NC and later became the store manager in Taylorsville, NC. After successfully converting that store into a supercenter, he took an opportunity to join Target stores and relocated to Jacksonville, NC and then on to Wilmington.
He still remembers his first house hunting trip that happened in late October. His wife and him took some time to walk down to the beach only to see everyone in their bathing suits enjoying the beautiful weather. He felt like they had switched seasons as back home the leaves had already turned, and winter was well on its way. He remembers thinking to himself "I could sure get used to this place!"
After a successful career in retail and collaborating with people to build and ensure customer satisfaction, real estate became a natural fit for him. He thinks the best part of real estate is that he can exclusively focus on the needs of his client. He strives to form a partnership where he listens to his client's desires and work to anticipate their needs. The best way to make this happen is to simply put himself into their shoes.
His wife is a teacher at Masonboro Elementary school, and they have two daughters Caroline and Lauren. Lauren is an athletic trainer at Carolina Family Practice & Sports Medicine in Holly Springs, NC and Caroline has graduated and followed in her mother's footsteps as a 1st grade teacher here in Wilmington at Bradley Creek Elementary. He is very in tune with school related issues and always advise buyers to make this a major part of their decision-making process. Resale values will fluctuate from one district to another as parents strive to keep their children in the school system that they feel most comfortable with.
Now that you have read about him, he looks forward to having the opportunity to get to know more about his potential client. Contact him today so that they can get started!
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- Residential Property
Recent Sales Exceptionally Fast: Sells on average in 30 days!
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Vnx64sybff T. Review for Member: Vnx64sybff
ZillowVERIFIEDGary Traflet is the best real estate agent we have ever worked with and we have worked with approximately 10 over the past 35 years. We have worked with him on four occasions and each time he has given us 100%. We highly recommend his thoughtful and professional services to anyone who is buying or selling a home. He puts the needs of his clients before his own convenience and profit margin. We would never consider using anyone else for our real estate needs in the Wilmington and Leland area. Ted and Becky Carlton
Rockin T. Review for Member: Rockin Chick67
Gary did an amazing job with the sell of our house! He was so consistent on checking in with us after we were under contract and he was so knowledgeable when it came to the market. I wouldnt recommend anyone else at all except for Gary! He was so great!!
Samarmanimd2 T. Review for Member: Samarmanimd2
Gary is very professional and a true gentleman. The most I like about Gary is his calm demeanor and the fact he is not pushy at all. Gary has deep knowledge of the local real estate market. Before we listed the property, Gary reviewed with me the prices of all currently available homes as well as recently sold homes in the area. Together we came up with a fair listing price. Subsequently, the house went under contract the very next day, and it closed on time in four weeks. The process was very smooth. The buyer had a few things needed attention. Gary promptly provided a repair man who works with his office. That helped us close the sale without delay. If you are looking for a knowledgeable, honest and punctual realtor, then Gary is your Guy. I will certainly use his services exclusively for any future business. Thank you Gary!
Cary T. Review for Member: Cary B
What can I say? Gary is without question the best realtor in this market and maybe in any market. His gentle and wise demeanor is comforting throughout the process, and he quickly tunes in to what you are looking for; it is doubtful that anyone could do a better job. He is not just a stellar realtor, but a stellar human being. Gary will no doubt remain a very good friend for life. If you get the opportunity to work with him, do it!
Lizw61955 T. Review for Member: Lizw61955
Gary is wonderful to work with. He was very attentive to what my preferences were and listened to my concerns when we viewed homes. He was knowledgeable about the areas and ensured I would feel comfortable and secure in my home. He followed up to make sure I continued to feel confident in my choice. I have recommended him to several friends who are considering moving to this area. I was very happy to work with Gary and would do so again if the need arises.
John T. Review for Member: John Kelly
I cannot recommend Gary enough as a real estate agent in Wilmington! From start to finish, Gary's professionalism and dedication made the home-selling process a breeze. He went above and beyond to ensure every detail was taken care of, even stepping in to handle a cleaning issue when our hired cleaners fell short. Gary's commitment to his clients is unmatched, and his expertise in the Wilmington market is invaluable. If you're looking for a reliable and trustworthy agent who truly cares about your needs, look no further than Gary. Thank you, Gary, for making our home purchase a seamless and enjoyable experience!
Ralph T. Review for Member: Ralph Doyon
We were extremely fortunate to have Gary Traflet, from Living Seaside. as our agent. We had met him last summer while visiting the Wilmington area, before our home in Connecticut went on the market. Right from the start, Gary made us feel at ease and began gathering information from us as to what we were looking for. He is very knowledgeable about the local market and went above and beyond our expectations! Always honest and patient, he is committed to doing whats best for his client. While we were in CT. He communicated with us often and even made suggestions to help us sell our home in CT. He was always available by phone or text. If we left a message, he responded promptly. Gary shared his expertise and gave us honest input. Buying a home can be very stressful, for the buyer AND the agent. But Gary was never ruffled, he made us feel as if we were his only client. Never one to push us to act, he showed us homes and spent much time on the phone with us. Time and again he gave us input that proved his expertise. He would research each home we were considering and had an uncanny ability to aEURoeknowaEUR? when there was a potential aEURoered flagaEUR?. Gary knows real estate! We found the right house after a couple months, thanks to Garys hard work. He was actually on vacation when the time came for us to put in an offer. No problem for Gary, he took care of it. He did a fantastic job negotiating a price, and we got our home! Once again, he proved to us that from start to finish, he is the consummate professional. We highly recommend Gary Traflet for his outstanding real estate services.
Kathyfayter T. Review for Member: Kathyfayter
We chose Gary Traflet, of Living Seaside Realty, to sell our home due to the fact that he previously sold two homes in our same neighborhood. His expertise in the Leland area was evident from our first meeting. After chatting for a while, we knew we had made the right choice. A Throughout our home-selling process, Gary was incredibly communicative. He stayed in constant contact via text, email, and phone calls. He explained everything in detail and answered all of our many questions. His ability to explain the contract details was particularly helpful. Also, we needed a few contractors, and Gary gave us some great recommendations. Both contractors were excellent. A Gary was especially efficient. He took care of all the paperwork and guided us on how to prepare the home for showings. Gary provided so much support for us. When we were stressed about anything during the process, he was always there to give great advice. Our home sold fairly quickly, and his assistance is still evident. Gary has gone above and beyond since the first day. A We wouldnt hesitate to recommend Gary Traflet. We totally trust him. We have already given out a few of his cards to friends who are considering selling their homes. A We dont just think of Gary as our real estate agent; we consider him a friend.
Millerd0822 T. Review for Member: Millerd0822
We have been with Gary for 12 years. We have bought ,sold, and even purchased a short sale. We're thrilled after all of his interaction, his negotiating skills, honesty and integrity to say he's helped in every way imagable to achieve our investor dreams. Signed, A retired real estate broker Donna Miller
Chaz92 T. Review for Member: Chaz92
LET ME BE CLEAR: It does NOT get better than Gary Traflet. He is a calming force in the hurricane of a home purchase. My wife calls him a "wise sage". After multiple real estate transaction with him he feels like family. Not all realtors are the same. He has knowledge, humility, power in negotiation, experience, but most of all he has a servant heart.
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