Testimonials

See what our amazing clients have to say about the service we provide.

Connie turner

“I moved to Hagerstown from 200 miles away, and luckily for me, Cathy Wantz was my realtor. Cathy answered every question and addressed every concern. I was so fortunate to have Cathy on my side. What could have been nightmarish was in fact, smooth sailing. With Cathy's help, I purchased my 5th house. The previous 4 did not go smoothly. I expected more of the same. However, from start to finish, this experience was the polar opposite of previous experiences. Cathy's connections to the community's resources have been so helpful in making this transition - from craftsmen to the best cup of coffee in Hagerstown.  Cathy was professional,  honest and incredibly helpful. I recommend her to anyone looking to buy or sell a home. Connie Turner”

Maryle Paddack Mondschein

“I chose Toby Wantz to sell my family home, after my father's passing, for several reasons. Toby and Cathy came highly recommended to me by multiple people in Hagerstown, friends and business professionals. Toby sold my brother's home, after his unexpected death, and handled matters with compassion and grace. He went above and beyond supporting my niece and nephew through this daunting time and made the sale of their family home tolerable. He is very resourceful and was able to provide well-informed recommendations for matters beyond the sale of the home. That extra support was invaluable to me as an estate executor. Toby was very logical and practical when he negotiated and presented offers to me. He exceeded my expectations and I felt confident throughout the process. I would recommend Toby and Cathy to anyone with absolute conviction. Thank you, Maryle Paddack Mondschein”

Becky Gomez

“Toby is the best! I was super specific on budget & type of property. He went above & beyond to find every possible match. Within hours of a new condo coming on the market he got me in to see it and had an offer into the seller by that evening. He is extremely savvy in the technicalities of Real estate contracts which gives his clients the best chance possible of having the winning offer at the best possible price. Additionally he is wonderful at working with unique situations and navigated my complicated family situation with confidence & reassurance (he was great with my very elderly and anxious dad and handled my insane questions with ease). He works incredibly hard, he was always available. As a long-standing highly involved member of the community, he kindly provided us with references & info we needed, just to be helpful, even though unrelated to real estate. Lastly, he knew time was a priority & managed to go from offer to settlement in less than two weeks! with minimal paperwork + no stress. Toby has the ideal combination of industry expertise, listening to clients' needs, knowing tricks of the trade, a great work ethic, lots of industry connections, a natural ability to communicate with all different types of people plus a drive to help others; all of which ensured he found me the perfect home at a great price in a record short settlement period.”

Rick Narron

“Many thanks to Cathy for handling the sale of our house! She did an outstanding job of listing throughout a wide market area and the sale was quick.”

Janet Norman

“Paulina and I want to thank you for being so kind and supportive in our journey to get back in a house!! You were wonderful on so many levels and it was our pleasure to work with you. Thanks again!”

evan hunt

“Toby and his team were very professional. They made the process seamless and easy. He did a great job communicating with the buyers and all the variables that come along with a sale. He came through with a higher sale price than planned and still closed the deal on time. Highly recommend Toby!!”

Lesley Brown

“Working with Real Estate Today has been an absolute pleasure! We had to sell a home as quickly as possible and the team at Real Estate Today worked with us every step of the way. The energy, professionalism, knowledge and work ethic were excellent. The group is also to be applauded for offering the use of technology that matches clients' needs and comfort levels. I would not hesitate to use Real Estate Today again or to recommend them to others. Cathy is a force of nature and a wonderful advocate for her clients. I have bought and sold homes a few times and Cathy is great. You are in the "best of hands" when she is your agent. Her experience and insight match up with the best in the business.”

Michael Shifler

“Toby Wantz and Real Estate Today are the only choice if you want to buy/sell. He is always on top of things and always easy to get ahold of. I couldn't imagine the process going any smoother than dealing with Toby and Cathy. They are very smart and very kind people, and great at their jobs. If you want to be represented by the best in the business, call Real Estate Today and let the Wantz family handle your purchase/sale.”

crystal trovinger

“Working with Toby is the way to go! We sold our home, and purchased a new one within a short amount of time. Toby brought ease to a stressful situation. He was prompt, knowledgeable, available when we needed him, efficient, professional, and kind. I will always recommend him!”

keleigh chaney

“When selling a home things don’t always go fast or smoothly as one would think.
But Toby made sure to help us understand the selling process, he was professional, patient, with outstanding communication. It was a pleasure working with him.”

Timothy Stalh

“Easy to work with. Always responded to all my questions quickly”

Jason Turner

“Toby was great to work with. He communicated well, asked the right questions and stayed on top of everything during the process. He was a pleasure to work with a very professional.”

Anne Morin

“Selling a house can be a daunting experience as many people know. Toby Wantz with his engaging personality and vast knowledge of the local housing market made this experience so much more manageable. Among some of the characteristics that drew me to Toby as my agent were his honesty and integrity, great work ethic with high ethical standards, and his attention to detail. Toby is a good listener. I highly recommend Toby with his superior qualities and qualifications to anyone looking to buy or sell a house.”

John Day

“I have used Toby as my realtor for 1 sale and 3 purchased over the past 10 years. He has always been helpful, professional and gone above and beyond to make sure a sale/purchase is completed.”

Vera Cone

“Toby is a gem! We had a house that was ready for sale in a bad time and for a low price. Toby was in the thick of things right along side us. We always felt like we were important. It would have been easy for him to take less of an interest as the months wore on... But he always answered our calls or was quick to respond with a voicemail or text. He did all the right things and did research to make sure things were done legally, and yet to our benefit, if possible. For a low value property, he did a lot of work! We certainly would recommend him and would definitely work with him again! Thank you Toby!”

Elinor Kelly

“Cathy Wantz, Owner of Real Estate Today, did a superb job in selling my house this spring. My house, built in the 1880’s, is old fashioned. It has many charming feature which nevertheless might not appeal to many of today’s purchasers. But Cathy carefully arranged for many photographs to be taken which showed the house at its very best. And she wrote a glowing description of the house for Multiple List, highlighting its many unique features. She also recommended an excellent home inspection company, whose inspector did a thorough job. He also suggested several improvements which could be made to increase the house’s salability.

After Cathy listed it in spring 2022, Cathy worked very hard to find qualified purchasers, and she did so, very quickly. The purchasers even offered more than the asking price! In sum, Cathy is a very professional and proactive broker, and I highly recommend her.”

ROGER SAMUELS

“To Toby Wantz, I would really  care to tell you how professional and thorough you were in the recent selling of my home. I could not have picked a better agent for the selling of my home. Your timeliness, expertise, and trustworthiness was very exemplary. I was surprised how quickly it sold but even more so the reliability you presented to address any problem encountered. I would recommend you to anyone who needs an agent.”

Ann Urner

“Cathy Wantz did a amazing job selling my parents house. She was very knowledgeable and professional. She was always available throughout the entire process. She helped us achieve the price we wanted and closed in a timely manner. I would definitely recommend Cathy Wantz to sell your house!! Thank you Cathy for everything, we truly couldn’t have done it without you .”

Amanda Barnhard

“Toby was professional, reliable and efficient. He walked us through the process of selling our home and answered our never ending questions. He gave us peace of mind during a stressful time. We are so thankful for him! Highly recommend!!!”

Bob Elam

“I have known Toby professionally for many years. I recommend him and Real Estate Today without reservation. Knowledgeable and conscientious!”

Jacey Rohrer

"We have been settling into our new home for about 2 weeks now. I knew the time was coming that I HAD to write a review for the service we received from our agent Toby Wantz. Quite honestly, I have been struggling with what to say because I don’t think words could possibly capture the level of service he provided. When we first met with Toby we were unsure if we were ready to buy/sell. It was our first time selling and our second on buying. He walked us through the process and timeline. Still unsure if we were going to move forward, we began looking at houses. With the market being so competitive he was very quick to respond and get showings lined up for us. His knowledge and expertise of the industry kept us on track and moving forward. As with any home buying process there are always bumps. Toby was right there to walk us through and was an ear when we needed to vent our frustrations (not with him of course). We can’t thank Toby enough for all that he did to get us here. Do yourself a favor and use Toby Wantz as your agent. You won’t be disappointed."

Rodney Shoop (U.S. Air Force Lieutenant Colonel Retired)

“Toby listed a house I sold this summer. As we prepared to list the house, he was very helpful making recommendations to improve the salability. These recommendation helped to sell the house in a couple of weeks for the right price. He also provided contractors names I used to repair and improve the property. Toby stayed in constant contact with me either by voice, email or text throughout the entire process. Since the proceeds were being given to a non-profit, he donated part of his commission to the organization. Toby was very flexible and easy to work with. I strongly recommend him as a realtor in Washington County and the surrounding area!”

Robert Frantz

“Toby Wantz is a top notch RE Sales Agent who is kind, considerate and loaded with patience. He learns about both the seller and buyers' concerns and brings everyone together culminating in a pleasant closing experience at the table. The agency is solidly entrenched in the Hagerstown, MD and surrounding communities.”

K. Barnes & M. lowery

“Thanks a million for being so helpful during our recent real estate transactions. You were absolutely wonderful during the entire process. Our IT/computer skills were somewhat limited and the logistics were at times, overwhelming. You always made yourself accessible by being just a phone call away at all times. You have a very warm and caring personality and we were quite impressed with your knowledge in the real estate business, and the respect you have from other agents in the area is outstanding. You are a true professional. Thanks again for always being there and walking us through the overwhelming process.”

Emily Gingerich

“It was easy, yes easy, to sell our house with Toby Wantz. Sure it could be stressful, but he put my husband and I at ease. He was prompt with answers, professional with feedback and extremely knowledgeable about the area and competition. Toby was recommended to us by several friends and community members. Our house was sold and settlement was timely. I highly recommend him as your realtor, which I've already done so with others.”

Timothy dolman

“Working with Toby and his team was great. While the process of home buying can be difficult, Toby provided me excellent guidance. He was always available and generous with his time. And his understanding of the local market was an invaluable resource. I plan on staying in my home for years to come, but if I were to move, I would not hesitate to work with Toby again. He has my highest recommendation.”

Cathy Ocharzak

“I highly recommend Real Estate Today! Toby Wantz and Cathy Wantz do a fabulous job with their customers.. As a lender it is super important to have agents who are proactive, responsive and diligent in their efforts. My experience with them is always excellent.”

Laura Q.

“Toby was wonderful to work with during the selling of my dad’s house. He was very patient and got back to me immediately if I had any questions, concerns or requests. It was an overall great experience!”

LANDON GROVE

“Enjoyed working with Toby very much. Practically any time of day or night if I had a question, he was available for a text or call. He was able to get us in to see the house we ended up buying very quickly and we had it under contract over the weekend. Very knowledgeable and easy to get along with!”

Melisa Maggionclada

“Cathy was recommended to me and did not disappoint. She was easy to communicate with and very quick to respond to texts, calls, and emails. She helped us to get answers to our questions on the homes in which we were interested and addressed any concerns. Cathy knows the market and the area and was able to fine a beautiful home for our family.”

Ashley E.

“My husband and I had a great experience working with Toby when we bought our home. He is helpful, knowledgeable, responsive, and patient. Toby was always willing to answer our questions and provide information for us. I highly recommend him.”

ED DORSEY

“I had a phenomenal experience working with Real Estate Today! From the listing, to the showing follow ups, to the settlement table, I couldn't ask for any better! Communication was superb! Toby Wantz is da man! I highly recommend him for all of your real estate needs!”

LAURAN CLOWSER

“I want to thank you personally for listing and selling our house. Your professionalism , honesty and confidence made us feel less anxious about the whole ordeal because we were in your capable hands. Thank you so much Toby.”

APRIL KENNEDY

“Toby Wantz was amazing to work with his excellent service and his attention to detail made closing on our home a smooth transaction. Thank you Toby for all your hard work and dedication in helping us find our forever home!”

LOGAN CRABTREE

“I cannot say how amazing the Wantz family was throughout the long and arduous process it was finding me and my little family a home. We were truly blessed with Toby and Cathy. The effort put forth by them was truly incredible. If you want good people and someone who is looking out for you throughout the whole process these are the people you need. I've had many of my friends buy homes and heard their horror stories of other Realtors, I can't thank them enough for everything they did for us.”

MIKE MITTEL

“Toby sold some real estate for me. He was very thorough and extremely helpful. A great friendship grew out of this. Toby is a great realtor and will be for you also. Give him a call.”

KIM TAGG

“Toby is amazing! wonderful to work with he's pleasant and fun. I would recommend him to anyone!”

ROB IMMER

“Awesome Realtors! Worked closely with multiple family members and all had high praise. Now I can't wait to move so I can use these fine folks to buy AND sell!”