Eugene Smith

2/8/16Client Endorsement

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Victor & Lisa Swint, Oxford, MD Gene worked very hard for us and always had our interest in mind as we were looking for a home in Talbot County. After showing us a multitude of options and educating us about the market he presented us a waterfront property in Oxford that we fell in love with. Unfortunately we were not the only ones that had come to the same conclusion and we were faced with a competitive situation for our cottage on the Tred Avon. The strategy that he suggested and his diligent efforts resulted in us successfully purchasing the property. We couldn’t be happier with Gene’s representation.

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Phil & Rori Busman, Washington, DC Gene is an outstanding real estate agent with incredible knowledge, patience and insight. Gene guided us every step of the way, from the moment we first met him to the day we closed on our home in Trappe. Gene brought a unique perspective to our search that really helped us find what we were looking for. He brought us to dozens of properties in Talbot county and gave us a thorough education about the pros and cons of the various homes and areas we toured. The education Gene provided led us to purchase the type of property our family will enjoy for years to come, with investment potential as well. Most importantly, Gene treated us like family and was exceedingly thoughtful of our young daughter. We can’t recommend him highly enough.

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Peter Raymond & Karen Kennealy, Bozman, MD My wife and I could not have been more satisfied with Gene Smith as our realtor in our search for our own special place on the Eastern Shore. We were walk-in customers, wary of realtors when we first started considering a place on the Eastern Shore. Gene turned out to be our perfect agent. He immediately put us at ease with his relaxed but knowledgeable approach to finding a home in the area. There was no pressure, just a lot of insight into the advantages and disadvantages of different properties, what to be careful of, and what to look for in a home on the water. As our search progressed, Gene's knowledge of construction, local zoning requirements and restrictions, and the potential renovation possibilities and costs all proved invaluable. Gene gave us honest pros and cons on the different properties we considered and helped us to fine tune and prioritize our interests. The result was we found the perfect property for us. But Gene's assistance didn't stop there. He assisted us through the entire inspection and closing process, including helping to address several last minute items that came up (e.g., an insurer's requirement for the installation of flood vents days before the closing). Gene's commitment to helping us find the property that was right for us, his patient and knowledgeable insights on the area and properties available and his warm and caring personality made us feel both comfortable in this process and very welcome on the Eastern Shore. Perhaps the best testimony we can give is that Gene and his wife are now our close friends and neighbors on the Shore. We would readily recommend Gene as a realtor if you are looking for honest, caring assistance in finding your dream home on the Eastern Shore.

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Sevan Topjian, Brookland Homes, LLC As a local builder active in the DC Metropolitan market area, I have the opportunity to work with many real estate professionals within the industry. When it came to finding a waterfront property specific to the needs of my family, we put our trust in Gene Smith. His experience and expertise has proved to be invaluable during our home search. Gene’s ability to understand the market and evaluate properties is truly unique and his honesty is a rarity in this business. I fully recommend him as an agent and I am sure your experience with him will be pleasant and enjoyable!

12/14/15Steven Thomas

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Fantastic Realtor. Helped every step of the way and found us the perfect home!

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Rich & Nicole Dumais, St. Michaels, MD We were so fortunate to work with Gene Smith on our search for a waterfront home on the Eastern Shore. He spent an enormous amount of time researching homes, driving us around each weekend and ensuring that our concerns were addressed. Gene is exceedingly patient and we felt no pressure, which made house hunting a very enjoyable experience. In the end, we found our dream spot! We would highly recommend using Gene for your real estate needs.

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Lenny & Teresa Basemore, Philadelphia, PA My wife and I decided to purchase a second home on the Eastern Shore. We had one problem, we did not know where to start and did not know of anyone that could help us do so. We would always look at the listings in the windows of the real estate offices and we consider ourselves lucky on the day we met Gene Smith, our Realtor. While visiting St. Michaels and walking our dog Jasmine on Talbot Street, Gene noticed us out front looking at the listings. He invited us in to sit and chat and within two hours, we were touring potential houses to purchase. Needless to say, we bought the third house he showed to us and are extremely happy with it. What an amazing experience from beginning to end. Gene went the extra mile for us and I highly recommend him for a seamless real estate transaction.,

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Liz Coffer & Joe Lopez, Alexandria, VA Meet a realtor, gain a friend. We traveled to Easton in search of a home for our retirement years, having already visited communities in other states. We stumbled upon Gene at an open house, and he immediately impressed us with his knowledge of the area. His friendly, easy-going manner made us feel right at home. There were no gimmicks, no sales pressure, no rush. He drove us throughout Talbot County, giving us glimpses into the area's history and charm. After several weekend visits and viewing several homes and communities, Easton became our top choice. A fellow dog lover, Gene even allowed our pooch to ride along as we toured a multitude of listings. Easton's dog-friendly environment, its quaint downtown, and people like Gene made Easton the clear choice for us. We are happy that we chose him as our realtor, and we are even happier to have made friends with Gene.

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Bill & Lynda Bulmer, Bozman, MD Gene is a terrific real estate professional with the knowledge and skills to really help his clients purchase a home in the Eastern shore property market. When my wife and I decided to buy, Gene quickly became our indispensable and trusted advisor, helping us assess options, negotiate and then close on our chosen property. We recommend Gene to our friends without hesitation as a first class professional who can help his clients through all aspects of the purchase process for an Eastern shore home.

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William Lupton, Newcomb, MD I've known Gene Smith since the late '70's. We invested in real estate together starting in the 1980's in Fells Point and Mt. Vernon in Baltimore. We restored failing historic properties to new uses. We owned and managed an apartment building on West Monument Street till 2006. I started moving my life to Talbot County in 2009 reconnecting with Gene who was affiliated with Benson and Mangold. He's been my agent since.Gene does the profession of residential real estate with the focus and tenacity he brought to the task of reviving failing old structures. He is an acute student of the market--both the buying and the selling sides, high end and more modest. He never stops learning.

2/8/16Client Endorsement

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Skip & Terre Group, Sherwood, MD If you are looking for a home on Maryland's Eastern Shore, I would highly recommend utilizing the services of Gene Smith with Benson & Mangold. I first met Gene at the Benson & Mangold offices on Talbot Street in St. Michaels in 2010. It was a hard time in the real estate market, but my wife and I had decided to purchase a property on the Eastern Shore. Gene listened to our goals and from that initial meeting, Gene's professional and local experience, and his personal commitment to us took over. Little did we know, we had set out on a two year search for the right property. We were particular with our needs, and Gene diligently identified and showed us multiple properties. We purchased our home on Dun Cove in 2012, a two year effort. Gene's persistent and personal advocacy for our effort were unequalled.

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B. Stuart, Oxford, MD Gene worked with us for over six months to find the right home. He showed us many options, from in town historic homes to waterfront cottages. His knowledge of the area really helped us as newcomers to narrow our search. When the right property was coming to market he jumped on it and worked with us throughout the process. Thanks Gene!

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Paul & Sally Vikner, St. Michaels, MD Gene gave us thorough and professional assistance that guiding us through the process of searching for and eventually purchasing waterfront home in St. Michaels. His assessment of the overall market opportunities as well as the features and benefits of individual towns and neighborhoods in Talbot County were of great assistance helping us make the right purchasing decision. We continue to enjoy our home and the many benefits the area offers.

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Jim & Linda Dugan, Catonsville, MD We have been looking at waterfront homes on the Eastern Shore on the internet for at least four years but Gene found us our vacation (maybe retirement?) home in the space of a weekend. After showing us a range of properties Gene was able to piece together our tastes with his encyclopedic knowledge of houses on the market. He has a creative side and a vision to see potential as well as a very practical facet from his past experiences to keep one grounded. After the contract was signed, Gene saw us through the inspections and other administrative processes, attending to details along the way. While we were fortunate to have found a virtually perfect match after a few days, by no means was Gene a pushy salesperson. In fact, Gene was recommended to us by a colleague who spent over a year with Gene looking for their dream home. While the internet allows you to virtually explore from the comfort of your home, you have to get out there with boots on the ground. By all means, take Gene Smith with you.

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Lauren Carter, Newcomb, MD Gene is a consummate professional. He knows the local market, and helps sellers understand thoroughly where they fit in. He answers all communications promptly. He is a detail-oriented person, which translates to helping the seller focus on things that need attention to get the best price from the sale of their home. His extensive experience in large metropolitan markets serves in well in dealing with both buyers and sellers.

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Susan & Pradeep Kaul, Bethesda, MD We’re sorry for everyone out there looking for the perfect house: Gene Smith already sold it to us! Truly an outstanding realtor with a meticulous work ethic, Gene showed us every house on the market that fit our “wish list” for over three years until we found it. He never complained that we were wasting his time; on the contrary, he insisted that “our” home was out there and that we would recognize it when we saw it. How true that statement was! And now we miss our weekends driving around Talbot County with him!

6/19/16Daniel Halden

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We could not be happier with our working relationship with Gene Smith. He has been thorough and helpful at every turn. He is very attentive to our interests and has helped us find ways to satisfy those interests in ways that we had not thought of ourselves. My wife and I would recommend Gene without reservation to anyone looking at the Talbot County, Maryland real estate market.