“Ryan, Karl, and Marta (with help from Matt) helped us buy our first home and we could not recommend them more, especially Ryan! As first time, anxious, overthinking and overanalyzing millennial buyers, we especially appreciated: - Learning tours: the team sets up home tours around various neighborhoods so you can learn about what you do and don't want. These are super fun and also informative, and a lot of times what you think you want is not what you actually want and you get to figure that out. - They never pressure you to offer on a home, and in fact usually tell you why a home is bad. Even when we were in fact writing an offer, Ryan went through multiple angles of playing devil's advocate so we could talk through if this was really the right choice for us. - How good Ryan is. He has an attorney background and also took home inspector classes, so he brings a wealth of knowledge to navigating the process and all its gotchas. He was able to tell us initial insights on the walkthrough, help us interpret the inspection report, and advise on what was urgent vs not. He built a relationship with the listing agent, did a deep dive on comparables, revised the offer based on new info. His advice ended up saving us money! He also encouraged us to push back so that we were comfortable and on the same page about the offer we eventually submitted. He answered all of my questions with patience, treated us with respect, and overall made the process fun with his calm, sarcasm, and wit. - How organized Marta is. She is the team's transaction coordinator and did so much on the backend that we never saw but I never worried about it because she was so on top of everything. She updated us on the escrow status often faster than escrow did. The speed at which she responded to questions in a huge group text and get new forms drafted and emailed is astonishing. - How fun Karl is. He's seen so many homes and saved us time in touring houses because he'd already seen them and could comment on anything we were interested in. He spent 3 hours with us in our house discussing our hopes and dreams and fears but never pressuring us one way or the other. - The team was with us every step of the way. During closing to make sure everything went smooth, after closing to help us get set up, answering questions about contractor recommendations after we'd moved in.”

“Get Happy at Home made the entire house buying experience a joyful and supremely positive experience! Our first meeting with Matt, we spent over 90 minutes talking about our wants, needs, and preferences. He also walked us through their entire process, from our first tour through closing. From there, we had the chance to meet the team, and every single person over there is incredible. Ryan is like John D. Rockefeller fused with the Terminator (this is a compliment Ryan, I promise!) - he can spot issues and pain points in a house at a glance, and will literally leave no stone unturned to ensure things are up to code and built the way they're supposed to be (we watched him crawl into the smallest crawl space imaginable to check the insulation of a house once, I was shook). Karl is the most visionary man I've ever met, on several tours he painted a picture of all the ways we could modify a house to meet our preferences. I'm not talking about "hang a painting here", Karl would open his bid with "tear this half of the house down and rebuild it this way", and it was phenomenal. What I would give to pay a visit to his imagination. Matt is a force of nature. On any given day, he's juggling 5 of the craziest conversations and deals you can imagine, and HE has THEM all on the back foot. Matt knows the entire area and real estate market like the back of his hand, and always gave it to us straight as to what we were looking at. We certainly would not have found our dream house without his expertise, promptness, initiative, and professionalism. And of course there's Marta, who holds the whole operation together. What would we have done without her guidance in scheduling our tours and the weekly updates on our progress all the way up to and even after our closing! Two particular experiences stand out to me: On one house we were considering, we went back to visit at night to get a feel for the after-sun atmosphere. While we were there, Karl walked us through all the things about the house we might like or dislike, how we'd change them, and generally how the value of the house stood up to the asking price. We spent over an hour together that evening just chatting like old friends, and by the end of it, we determined that the house wasn't the one for us after all. In another instance, we toured a house that we were SURE was the one, so we went back in the evening with Ryan to look at it again. During that conversation, Ryan didn't try to convince us to make an offer or to walk away, he simply asked us questions. The one that got us was "let's pretend we were sitting in this house 5 or 10 years from now. Is it everything you need and want?". Walking through that exercise made us realize that the house was great for a childless couple, but perhaps not so once little ones become a factor. This was something we completely glossed over as we got caught up in the excitement of the house, and thanks to Ryan, we made the right choice to pass. In the end, we ended up buying the house of our dreams, a new build in the neighborhood we wanted with all of the things we were looking for. There's no way we would have ended up here without the entire team's expertise and willingness to endure a temporary "no" for the right "yes". I could not have asked for a better team to partner with for this search, and now we're happily in our dream house :) I would recommend GHAH 1000 times in a row, this whole team kicks serious ass.”

“I worked with the whole Get Happy At Home team while searching for my house, and they helped support me, answer my first-time homeowner questions, and find the perfect place to fit all of my needs, from location, size, and special quirks that I was looking for. I had gotten several recommendations to work with their team before meeting them, and I felt that they lived up to the hype! Ryan, Matt, Marta, and Karl (who picked up my case as he began working with GHAH) were all fantastic to work with and super responsive and helpful!”

“We worked with Ryan and the Happy at Home team to buy our first home last month and couldn't recommend them more! We spoke to several real estate agents before deciding to work with Ryan and from the very beginning we could tell how knowledgeable he was. We were confident the team would help us find the right house but also help us get it once we found it. The learning tours really helped us understand the trade-offs of different homes and also helped us zero in on where exactly we wanted to be. We always learned so much when viewing houses with the team! It took us a little while to find the right house, but even when I was feeling uneasy I always felt better after talking with Ryan about it. When it came time to put in an offer Ryan explained everything extremely well and laid out all our options. We had a lot of questions and he always took time to answer everything thoroughly. When we had questions about making updates to the house or doing construction, the Happy at Home team went out of their way to help us estimate costs and even connect us with Medardo and the Happy at Home construction team to get our questions answered! All in all we had an incredible experience with Ryan + team and will definitely recommend them to all of our friends looking to buy a home (and all of you reading this!)”

“Working with the Get Happy At Home team was a great experience for us as first-time homebuyers. Over several months, we toured many homes while figuring out what truly fit our needs, and we never once felt rushed or pressured into making a decision. Ryan was especially wonderful to work with - calm, patient, knowledgeable, and always supportive throughout the process. We also worked with Matt for several showings, and he made the experience enjoyable and comfortable. Marta was incredibly responsive and helpful with scheduling and coordination, which made everything feel much smoother. Toward the end of the process, Karl helped guide us through inspection and closing, and he was a pleasure to work with as well. Overall, we’re grateful to the entire team for helping us navigate the home-buying process and making our first home purchase such a positive experience. We would absolutely recommend them to anyone looking for a thoughtful and supportive realtor team :)”

“I highly recommend the GHAH team. I worked mostly with Ryan but also with Matt (having multiple agents is great -- there's no "single point of failure"). Both were responsive, patient, and flexible. I was a first-time homebuyer, going in without a clear idea of what I wanted, but they made the process low stress by being highly structured and communicative, and helped me discover my wants/needs over many tours. I didn't feel any pressure to accelerate the buying process -- they were genuinely interested in me making a confident decision rather than completing a transaction.”

“Our “second home” search started in December 2025 with a Zoom call with Ryan. From the start, he made our remote situation feel completely manageable. My wife and I are in Virginia, and our son is in Seattle. Ryan structured everything around that reality: setting up our Compass search so we could follow along from the East Coast, connecting us with a trusted local lender, and sending our son neighborhood research to find the right areas to focus on. Ryan toured properties with our son through January and February, keeping us looped in every step of the way. He was honest, strategic, and proactive, advising us when to pass on a property and when to take a look. When the property we eventually purchased popped up, he encouraged us to act quickly, and we got mutual acceptance without my wife or I ever having seen the home in person, only through FaceTime. Matt and Marta then helped with the logistics and closing coordination, including weekly updates, appraisal tracking, vendor recommendations, and utility setup. On closing day, Marta kept us updated in real time until the keys were in our son’s hands. When we finally made it to Seattle over Memorial Day weekend to see the home for the first time, we were so happy, which said everything about how well Ryan knew what we were looking for. Highly recommend!”

“We recently purchased our home with GHAH team, and they exceeded our expectations. Their patience in answering every single question we had—no matter how small—made what could have been a stressful process feel manageable and even enjoyable. Matt and Ryan expertly guided us through each step, ensuring we understood everything along the way and felt confident in our decisions. Marta ensured a smooth buying experience staying on top of every detail through the closing process. Their professionalism, knowledge, and genuine care for their clients truly set them apart. We will absolutely continue working with them for any future real estate needs, and we highly recommend them to anyone looking for a dedicated, trustworthy realtor. If you want someone who will be in your corner from start to finish, look no further!”

“Ryan Palardy and the Get Happy at Home Team are the best real estate agents in Seattle. TL;DR: As my buyer’s agent, Ryan helped me buy my first Seattle home in 2025 for $50,000 under list price on offer review day—and guided me through inspections, negotiation, and post-closing projects with total confidence. Ryan & team helped me purchase my first ever home in 2025 for $50,000 under list price on offer review day. After searching all over Seattle—from West Seattle, to Queen Anne, to Ballard—I fell in love with a beautiful water view home in North Beach (Olympic Manor), north of Ballard. I couldn't be happier with my 1950's mid-century rambler. Ryan guided me carefully throughout the process. He helped me understand the pros and cons of different Seattle neighborhoods and home types. When touring, he was quick to point out potential challenges with each home, including structural and maintenance concerns that I never would have noticed on my own. His knowledge of the Seattle real estate market is unmatched—for every house, he was able to accurately predict the level of buyer interest it would have and the price it would sell for. It was uncanny! He steered me away from many homes that looked beautiful but, in truth, wouldn't have fit my needs in the long run. When I did settle on a home, he was sure to get an expert home inspection right away, before I wrote my offer. Because of this, I was able to go into the offer process eyes wide open and waive my inspection contingency. Ryan deftly read the situation on offer review day. After surmising that the home may have been priced too aggressively to receive multiple offers, Ryan convinced me to take a chance and write an offer below list price. He somehow intuited that the sellers would be willing to negotiate due to their specific circumstances and why they were selling. Well, it worked! I got my home for $50,000 under list price even though it had been on the market only 5 days. Quick notes: Ryan was also able to put me in touch with a fabulous local lender who handled some financing complications with ease and grace. We ended up with a great interest rate and felt truly taken care of throughout the process. Ryan's knowledge of construction matters and access to the Get Happy at Home Contracting team allowed me to make smart decisions about home fixes and updates after closing. I honestly couldn't be more thrilled. My experience with the Get Happy at Home Team is that they are honest, skilled, and just genuinely fun to be around. I wouldn't suggest anyone else to work with as a home buyer in the Seattle area!”

“Ryan and his team were absolutely incredible to work with. The entire experience was low pressure from start to finish. If we walked into something with major issues, Ryan would literally say, “please don’t buy this home,” which tells you everything you need to know about his integrity. I never once felt pushed into a decision. We saw a lot of properties, and every showing felt like a mini inspection. Ryan is extremely knowledgeable about homes and could spot potential problems immediately. He also knows the local market inside and out, which made a huge difference when it came to evaluating properties and making competitive offers. He was always quick to answer my questions, even about listings we didn’t tour. I was outbid on a few homes, but he stayed patient and helped me stay competitive without ever pressuring me to go beyond my budget. The rest of the team was fantastic as well - responsive, organized, and supportive throughout the entire process. I really felt like I had a group of people looking out for me. If you want a realtor who’s honest, knowledgeable, and backed by an amazing team, I can’t recommend Get Happy at Home enough.”

“We bought our home in Ballard in November 2025, and working with Ryan and the Get Happy at Home Team was one of the best decisions we made during the entire process. The house had only been on the market for a few days and already had a lot of attention, so we knew we had to move quickly and strategically. Ryan helped us put together a strong offer while still negotiating money off the purchase price, which felt almost impossible in that kind of situation. What really set him apart was how thoroughly he protected us during the inspection process. He helped uncover a major sewer issue and negotiated for the seller to take care of repairs that would have cost us more than $40,000. That made a huge difference for us and saved us from a very expensive surprise after closing. Throughout the process, Ryan was honest, calm, and incredibly knowledgeable. He gave us straightforward advice, never pressured us, and always made sure we understood our options. We felt like he genuinely cared more about helping us make a smart decision than just getting the deal done. We ended up with a beautiful 5-bedroom, 2-bath Craftsman with tons of character and a charming backyard, and we’re so grateful Ryan helped us get here. If you’re buying in Ballard or anywhere in Seattle, Ryan is exactly who you want in your corner. He’s knowledgeable, trustworthy, and truly committed to his clients.”

“We had an excellent experience as buyers with Ryan, Matt and the Get Happy at Home team. From the beginning they asked insightful questions that really helped focus our thoughts and aims. GHAH's team-based approach worked seamlessly, and translated to a high level of responsiveness whenever we had questions or wanted to view a property. It was also helpful to have multiple perspectives during our decision-making process. Because we were looking for a home after having just returned to Seattle after many years away, we really appreciated the GHAH’s thorough knowledge of the housing market and Seattle neighborhoods. We found the GHAH team to be superb advocates for our interests, both while evaluating properties and during the negotiation process. We would not hesitate to recommend them or work with them again.”

“It has been an amazing experience working with Get Happy at Home. I do not live in WA where I would like to either have a second home or relocate. I had to look for a real estate agent remotely. After reading a few reviews online, I reached out to several ones. I had pre-selected “Get Happy at Home” because besides the good reviews I found online, they seemed quite good at helping with remodeling needs and this was very important for me. After my calls with each of the agents I had pre-selected, it was obvious Ryan from Get Happy at Home was by far the most professional on all fronts! My regular interactions with him quickly made me realize how impressive his work ethic is! He has been incredibly helpful, supportive and constantly had my best interests in mind. He is very knowledgeable & his strategies to ensure you get the best possible outcome in any type of scenario are clearly well thought out. Real estate transactions can be considered as being somewhat stressful. Somehow, it is not the case at all with Ryan and his team! It is fun & pleasant. I highly recommend their services. Don’t hesitate to reach out to them. No doubt you’ll be amazingly pleased as well!”

“My wife and I sincerely enjoyed working with Matt, Ryan, and Marta. This close-knit team is extremely personable and make you feel comfortable from the very first meeting. Matt and Ryan provided useful and candid feedback in regards to any of our questions/concerns without making us feel rushed during house hunting tours or when talking through options of locations we weren't familiar with, while Marta made the scheduling portion of the process to tour houses for sale easy and stress-free. When we were finally ready to put in an offer, Matt and Ryan stayed by our side the entire time by providing real time updates when counter offers came in and would then lay out all our options on how to proceed.”

“A true, genuine, 5 star experience: Ryan and team surpassed my expectations quite literally every step of the way when buying a condo. Going to write out the highlights in list form, because otherwise this would become an essay: - Setting expectations: From the intake meeting and past, Ryan did a great job in setting expectations for me as a first time home buyer. from what kind of home (location/sq ftg/am) I could expect to buy, as well as how the process would roughly go up to and past the offer. All of this was very helpful as a first time home buyer - Speaking of offers, Ryan is an expert offer crafter: helped me beat an all cash offer on a unit I loved, while minimizing costs. Amazing!! - Attention to details and deep knowledge: Ryan was all about the details when touring. The condition of the walls and windows. Where would I fit my piano and desk? Levels of light coming in. Ryan was on top of it all! With more unusual setups (bizarre HOAs, large first floor commercial space, unique seller situations), Ryan came having already researched and fleshed out the situation, or quickly figured out what was happening. It is clear that Ryan has a deep wealth of knowledge in the real estate industry. - Helps you learn: There is a natural osmosis of gained knowledge simply by touring with Ryan, but the GHAH at home team also does an excellent structural job of making sure you have the knowledge you need. They tour you across different eras of homes in the beginning, walk you through offer strategy and forms in great detail, and were happy to answer all my questions. Came away from this experience having learned a lot. - Very patient tourers: As a first time home buyer, I wasn't really all that sure what I wanted. Because of this, I toured a lot of units. I sometimes toured units twice. Never in the process did I ever feel rushed. - Responsive: When situations arose - cancelled flights close to transaction, condo i REALLY wanted just dropped onto the market - Ryan and team were extremely responsive and helpful. - Fun guy: Ryan's just a cool dude. Very easy to talk to. If you're like me and touring a bunch places (see two points back) this is a pretty nice perk. Really just an incredible value add from some great people. Will be using GHAH for all my future real estate dealings!”

“We had an absolutely stellar experience working with Get Happy at Home , Matt, Ryan, and Marta went above and beyond for us every step of the way. Since we weren’t based in the same city, we needed a team we could trust completely, and that’s exactly what we found. From the start, they took the time to ask thoughtful questions and really understand what factors were truly important to us , they weren’t just trying to sell us a house, but to help us find the right home. They showed us a wide range of homes within our budget, across different locations, to help us refine what mattered most for our dream home. When we found the one we loved, they moved quickly to help us put together a strong offer and made sure everything was signed and completed on schedule. Thanks to their skilled negotiation, we were able to secure the house at an excellent price. Throughout the entire process, they were incredibly friendly, responsive, and flexible , always making themselves available based on our travel schedule. Marta kept us on track with regular updates and timely reminders, which made managing everything remotely so much easier. They even did the final walkthrough for us after the sellers moved out to ensure everything looked perfect before closing. We truly can’t imagine a better team to have had by our side. If and when we decide to purchase another property in the Seattle area, we will absolutely be working with Get Happy at Home again. Thank you, Matt, Ryan, and Marta , you made a daunting process feel easy, exciting, and 100% successful!”

“We feel so fortunate to have worked with this team in our first home buying experience! When we started diving into the home search, we hoped to find realtors who prioritized transparency and education, and who didn't try to sell us on any particular house for the sake of making a sale. And I think that's exactly what we got. We primarily worked with Ryan, and we really appreciated his honesty and pragmatism in an extremely competitive market at a very competitive time. On top of this, his wealth of knowledge of not only the market, but of home inspections and competitive offer writing was critical in our decision process. He knew how to squeeze everything possible out of our offer letter even when we knew we wouldn't be the highest price point. Beyond Ryan, the whole team was really helpful and organized as well. Scheduling was always more than reasonable and communication was swift. Lastly, we were equally impressed with every referral they had, including lender, home inspector, and insurance agent. With this full team, we were able to close on our house in record time (12 days!!). We couldn't be more pleased by our experience with Get Happy at Home.”

“Ryan and Marta went above and beyond to help me find the perfect condo. Ryan even drove 40 minutes to pick me up for our first tour in Seattle and later he negotiated $15k off the listing price. He also arranged a last-minute inspection. His knowledge of condos was invaluable - he recently completed coursework on inspections to be even more knowledgable. Meanwhile, Marta flawlessly coordinated all parties, helped me set up utilities, and ensured a smooth closing. I highly recommend this team!”

“My husband and I would recommend working with the GHAH team 1,000 times over. As first time home buyers, we had no idea where to begin with the search, financing, and buying process. Ryan made it super easy. He listened to the hyperspecific things on our wish list and maybe, possibly as a form of magic (?), pulled houses that checked nearly every box out of thin air. He’s knowledgeable about the construction specs of a house that a buyer should care about (read: things that might get pricey). He went the extra mile (often literally) to crawl around the houses to find out what would be our best investment. Marta was so organized and made the closing process as seamless as possible. The whole team were great communicators and just cool people. 10/10 next time we buy or sell, going with GHAH is a no brainer.”

“Matt, Ryan, Marta, and the team did a wonderful job helping us find a home! In the beginning of our search, we were unsure of where to even begin - including which area we wanted to live. They took time to get to know us and drive us around different neighborhoods, pointing out styles of homes and what to look out for. They also took time to help us understand the steps we needed to take during our home buying journey, which is especially important in a competitive market like the Seattle area and because it is our first house. What we really appreciate from them comes from their wealth of knowledge on home buying in the Seattle area - they were candid and honest about the qualities of each home we visited and why or why not a home may be right fit for us. They were readily available in case we had any last minute questions or wanted to a last minute showing. When we set our sights on a house, they helped us get an inspection and helped write up an offer as quickly as possible. Buying a house can be a stressful process but it was nice to have such a wonderful team on our side - we would definitely recommend them to anyone looking to buy a home in the area!!”

“We had an amazing experience working with Matt, Ryan, and Marta! From day one, they asked thoughtful questions to truly understand what we were looking for and made the entire process feel smooth and stress-free. Matt and Ryan took the time to educate on different neighborhoods. Their construction expertise was invaluable in evaluating potential homes. Marta was on top of everything and kept us on track of everything. In the closing process, they did the inspection and final walk through for us while we were out of town. Throughout the process, they were incredibly knowledgeable, patient, and always available to answer any questions we had, no matter how big or small. We can’t recommend them enough.”

“I had the pleasure of working with Ryan Palardy during my home buying journey, and I couldn't be happier with the experience. He excelled in every aspect of the process: - Patience: Ryan never rushed me and took the time to understand my family's needs and preferences. He was always available to answer our questions and address our concerns, no matter how many times we asked. - Truthfulness: Integrity is hard to come by, but Ryan was consistently honest and transparent. He provided clear, accurate information, ensuring I was well-informed at every stage. - To the Point: No beating around the bush , Ryan got straight to the heart of the matter. His direct approach made the entire process smooth and efficient. - Personal Touch: What truly set Ryan apart was his personal touch. He made me feel like more than just a client, taking a genuine interest in my situation and going above and beyond to make my home buying experience special. - Proactive: Anticipating my needs and tackling potential issues before they arose, Ryan was incredibly proactive. He ensured that everything stayed on track and moved forward without a hitch. - Ryan is also an Attorney, so he was pretty helpful when we asked questions about the legality of easements as well as the verbiage used in the 100s of documents we had to sign during the entire home buying process. I can't recommend Ryan highly enough. If you're looking for a realtor who combines expertise with a human touch, look no further. Along with working with Ryan, I also had the pleasure of working with Ian and Matt. They were super helpful with all our questions. While the market and interest rates were on a roller coaster ride, they helped us look at our long term goals and calm our nervousness while making such critical decisions. The team at Get Happy at Home is the best!!!”

“My husband and I were referred to the GHAH team by a fellow agent (in another market area). We moved to the Eastside from out of state and were in no way prepared to tackled the 18,000 Seattle neighborhoods on our own once we decided to leave Bellevue. We are SO happy she directed us to GHAH because I cannot imagine a more perfect team for us than Matt, Ryan, and Marta. Matt is a kook, hilarious and knowledgeable and so personable. Ryan is the responsible one with a streak of verbosity and pop culture humor that makes him an indelible partner. Marta is the glue that holds these two together (and accountable). Everyone is kind, fun, professional (when needed), and casual otherwise. They have endless patience and knowledge, are somehow available at the drop of a hat, and treat every interaction with warmth and kind-hearted humor. They educated us, drove us around for hours, and fought for us when dealing with sellers. I could not be happier with the service they provided and will recommend them to anyone and everyone. You guys are amazing, thank you so much!!”

“We worked with Get Happy At Home for a recent purchase in the Seattle area, and we couldn’t recommend them enough. We worked primarily with Ryan, with abundant support from Marta, Matt, and the rest of the GHAH team. From the onset, Ryan took the time to understand our goals as buyers, and helped us line up a full slate of properties that fit our criteria. Once we identified a property that fit our needs, he expertly handled all of the negotiations and communication with the seller, and made the process a complete breeze. Ryan’s deep knowledge of the market, paired with GHAH’s broad expertise and full suite of contracting services, helped us feel reassured and confident in every stage of the purchase process. We look forward to working with Ryan and the GHAH team in the future, and would highly recommend them to anyone looking to purchase a home in the Seattle area!”

“We bought two homes with the Get Happy at Home (GHAH) Team and couldn’t be happier! Matt and Ryan have a deep knowledge of the Seattle and Bellevue markets, and Marta keeps every transaction detail on track. From the start, they took the time to educate us on neighborhoods, and their construction expertise was invaluable in evaluating potential homes. Their responsiveness and guidance gave us complete confidence throughout the buying process. If you’re looking for a real estate team in the greater Seattle area, GHAH is an excellent choice. They’re dedicated to helping you reach your goals without any pressure, and their expertise in real estate law and negotiations is a huge plus. They’ll support you every step of the way.”

“We cannot recommend Get Happy At Home highly enough! We had the privilege of working with Ryan, but from the very beginning, their whole team was attentive, professional, and incredibly knowledgeable about the local market. They took the time to understand our needs and preferences, ensuring that every property we visited was a potential fit. Their expertise in the Seattle real estate market was evident as they provided valuable insights and advice. The team at Get Happy at Home was always available to answer our questions and provided regular updates, which was immeasurably reassuring as first time home buyers. Moreover, their dedication didn’t end with the purchase. They went above and beyond to offer support and guidance even after the sale was finalized, ensuring we were completely satisfied with our new home. If you're looking for a real estate company in Seattle that truly cares about their clients and delivers exceptional results, they are it. They turned our home-buying journey into a fun and informational experience. Ryan wasn’t afraid of telling us how it is and pointing out issues. We genuinely felt the care and consideration that is usually lacking in these types of interactions. He was so patient with us and graciously visited countless homes until we found the one. Thank you, Get Happy at Home, for helping us find our dream home!”

“Absolutely outstanding experience not only buying a home, but selling my residence as well. Everyone at Get Happy at Home Realty did an exemplary job of preparing my home for sale including making important changes, repairs and staging which resulted in an extraordinary sales result in just 5 days. Matthew Minor, Ryan Palardy and Marta Grzankowski were always available, keeping me fully updated on every issue, change and nuance related to the sale of my home. Get Happy at Home is a realty group that clearly knows how to "read the room", the "room" being Seattle and surrounding environs real estate market. Their knowledge of the market, pricing, and what it takes to prep a house for sale at top dollar is extraordinary. They're laser focused on providing the best customer service and advice and I couldn't be more emphatic in recommending them to anyone interested in buying or selling a home or property.”

“We recently had the pleasure of working with Matt, Ryan, and Marta to buy our first house in West Seattle. We chose Get Happy at Home because of their focus on education and knowledge of the market, and they exceeded our expectations! They guided us through a few dozen house tours while we calibrated our needs and desires against the realities of the Seattle housing market. Once we identified the right house for us, Matt put together a highly competitive offer, while keeping us safe by arranging a last-minute, 8 AM on Monday inspection of the house. We beat out 4 other offers, including one with a higher bid, thanks to Matt’s preparation and wealth of experience. The one thing we’d change if we were starting over would be to discuss mortgage lenders earlier in the process. We hadn’t introduced one of our potential lenders to the GHAH team by the time we were ready to write our offer, so we ended up selecting one of their recommended lenders that they were confident would make our offer maximally competitive. Buying a house is a huge commitment and a complicated process. We were glad to have knowledgeable experts like Matt and Ryan there to guide us through it. There are lots of ways you can buy *a* house. But to buy the *right* house for us, at the right price, Get Happy at Home proved invaluable.”

“Ryan was an absolute pleasure to work with. My partner and I went from being potential home-buyers to homeowners within a few weeks, and we owe it all to Ryan and the GHAH team. We had dipped our toes into the Seattle real estate market in 2021 as potential first-time home-buyers and knew from that short-lived experience that we were well out of our depth. Fast forward to 2024, we approached Ryan and the GHAH team among others with a bit of surface-level knowledge about the home-buying process, plenty of trepidation, and muted expectations. With all that being said, Ryan and the GHAH team soon blew us out of the water with their professionalism, transparency, and an attentiveness to our needs (and wants!) that made us feel actual excitement towards the home-searching and buying process; not an easy feat. His emphasis on properly educating us as (first-time) buyers and ensuring that we never felt pressured into making an offer, and accepting undue compromise, makes him a standout pick for buying in a market that is as competitive as Seattle's. Our only "lament" would be that we "only" worked with him just short of a month. By the third week of looking at places as soon as they were listed, we found a place that exceeded our expectations and had our first offer for it accepted. The following closing process was as painless as it can get with the GHAH team and Ryan guiding us, and overall we genuinely couldn't be happier. We are confident in recommending Ryan and the Get Happy at Home team for anyone looking to buy in Seattle.”

“We enjoyed working with the Get Happy at Home team throughout the house hunting process. Matt and Ryan took the time to tour different areas and home types to help us get an idea of what was achievable in our budget. They are knowledgable in renovation scope and upgrade costs, which opened options we wouldn’t have otherwise considered. We were most impressed by offer process. Matt explained options to craft a competitive offer, reviewing in detail to help us understand the strategy. Matt made sure we understood and were comfortable with the entire offer with no pressure to include anything we were weren’t completely comfortable with. This was not the first time we have tried to buy a home, but Matt’s insight was invaluable. Through closing, the team was very professional and communicative. We would recommend Get Happy at Home and plan to use their renovation team for future upgrades.”

“We discovered GHAH after undertaking a fairly broad search for a Seattle area real estate agent. I feel like we hit the jackpot! My partner and I feel happier than happy after working with Matt and the GHAH team on a purchase transaction, and recommend them without hesitation. While I could gush for quite a while extolling the many benefits of working with the GHAH team, I'll focus on a few: (1) amazing knowledge of the Seattle real estate market, especially helpful since we were considering a wide range of neighborhoods both north and south; (2) insightful awareness of condition and inspection issues, providing us with additional commentary on what the sellers had taken care of or what we might need to address; (3) level-headed support throughout each offer or contemplated offer, including patience when dealing with some inexplicably crazytown bidding wars and perseverance when a seemingly too-good-to-be-true situation resulted in getting our new home at asking price in an amazingly short time; (4) responsiveness to our many and sometimes random questions about specific houses and purchase details; and (5) candid input on one of the most consequential financial transactions of our lives. Kudos to Matt, Ryan, and Marta for providing such an excellent level of service and keeping the stress and unnecessary excitement to a bare minimum.”

“We are completely happy with our experience with Ryan as well as the Get Happy at Home team. Ryan is both detail-oriented and able to communicate complex topics in ways that enabled us to make a better purchasing decision. I would highly recommend working with Ryan if you are interested in purchasing a home in the Seattle area.”

“Simply put, we wouldn’t have our new home without the expertise of Matt and the Get Happy at Home team. Their experience and extensive knowledge of the industry is incomparable. They take what could be a tense experience and add joy and levity to the home buying process. We had been looking at houses for a couple of months without success when an acquaintance referred us to Matt. We never had a real estate agent take the time to get to know us and our preferences the way he did. Matt encouraged us to think creatively, but pragmatically, and addressed all our questions and concerns honestly and with compassion and humor. Matt's team were regularly available to show us properties and point out potential in situations where we were uncertain, all the while remaining calm and encouraging. The whole team was always responsive to our questions via email or text. When we found a home that we felt was perfect for us, Matt crafted an offer that helped us stand out from the others. In a time where housing inventory was low and multiple offers were the norm, our offer was chosen though it wasn’t the highest. You can imagine how much we’ve referred others to Matt and his team based on our experience! We are so grateful for the Get Happy at Home team – because of them, we are truly very happy in our new home.”

“We recently worked with the Get Happy At Home Team to purchase our first home in Phinney Ridge. Matt helped guide us through the full process and made the process of purchasing our house fun. The whole team was extremely responsive to our (extensive) list of questions and even provided weekly updates between offer acceptance and closing. We could not be happier with the experience that we had and would recommend them to new folks searching for a home in the Seattle area!”

“We worked with Matt & his team from Get Happy at Home to purchase our new home in the Greater seattle area. The housing market is an aggressive one to navigate & both Matt & his team are the right people to help you - they go over & above to make sure you have an edge while submitting an offer, and truly help swing things in your favor. Both Matt & his team are super friendly, extremely knowledgeable, organized & responsive. We bought the first house we saw & loved but did tour a few houses with Matt over a weekend. His honest opinion during house tours was really appreciated & helped us gauge things from a different perspective. They also own a construction company, so it was extremely helpful to have their perspective on how much it would cost to remodel stuff while touring houses. Matt was also super helpful in getting us in touch with multiple local lenders for quick pre approvals. Everything right from house tours, to putting an offer to closing was a seamless process for us! Having worked with other realtors in past transactions, we could tell the stark difference in knowledge & professionalism while working with Matt. It's no wonder they are so popular & came highly recommended by most of our friends. Overall a fantastic experience and I would highly recommend this team to anyone looking to buy a house in Seattle & surrounding areas!”

“Matt is a dream team to work with, with tons of experience, knowledge and skills to get you your dream home, even in this crazy market. This was our second home and we wanted this to be our dream home. Little did we know that the market was heavily biased towards sellers and it was tough to win bidding wars. We tried few different realtors, but were super unhappy with their lack of responsiveness, interest and attitude (trust us, in this market it is tough to find realtors who will understand you and help you throughout the process). We almost gave up our search but then we got introduced to Matt and & his team. It wouldn’t have been possible without these guys to find our new home. They would sit down with us, prepare shortlists, find time to see houses the same day and even guide us on pros and cons of each house. They are detail oriented and are skilled negotiators. We had tons of questions about the market and these guys were always patient, very responsive and always ready with their research and numbers. They helped us make an informed decision with data and current/future market conditions. Thank you Matt for all your guidance and support. We would definitely recommend them to anyone considering buying their new home.”

“Ryan was simply the best realtor we could ask for. He was patient, attentive to what we were looking for and really going out of his way to help us find just the right place. and we did. We are so grateful for his expertise and continued support, even after we finalized our purchase. We had complete trust in him.”

“Ryan helped us lock in our dream house on our first offer during one of the craziest times in the Seattle market. He was not only helpful with all of our inquiries and questions about the home buying process, but also extremely responsive and attentive to our messages. Good communication goes a long way! He made sure to have a solid understanding of our needs and desires in a property, and made sure to give us reality checks when they were needed. Would highly recommend him, especially for first time purchasers.”