Barbara Sweeney

"Committed to Excellence"

What do Clients Say?

I've bought and sold many homes and have to say that Barbara is one of the best realtors that I have come across. She is extremely knowledgeable in all aspects of the purchase, knows the area/properties/does research/knows the builders/long list of trusted people in her network who she has been working with for years. We were able to secure our beautiful home in the most stressful of Covid times where every house had multiple offers and Barbara made this possible. She is not just a yes person, but truly honest with her opinions which I really appreciate and worked tirelessly on our behalf in every aspect of the purchase even after we closed. I would highly recommend Barbara to anyone looking to Buy/Sell in the Westport area without hesitation.

Mike & Melissa

Barbara Sweeney is an agent extraordinaire! She made the entire process of preparing and selling my home as easy as possible. Her insights towards which modifications and enhancements to my home would have the highest payback were invaluable. She is very hands on and is involved in all steps of the process. She goes above and beyond what I would expect from a real estate agent. When I first started to prep my home for sale, I experienced a significant death within my family. Barbara stepped right in to meet with contractors and to do what needed to be done to keep me on target to meet my listing date. She continued to meet and coordinate with contractors as needed for the entire process. Working full time, this was a godsend. She knows the market well and priced my home accurately and strategically. I had concerns in this area, but Barbara reassured me that listing your home too high is a huge mistake. Again, I took her advice. I had 7 offers within the first few days of listing and sold for $101,000 over asking price. Once the house was under contract, Barbara stood her ground when it came to negotiations and concessions for any repair work. Her steadfastness saved me many thousands of dollars in additional work requested by the buyer. Overall, I was extremely pleased with Barbara. I wouldn't hesitate to use her again. She is so easy to work with and really strives to get the best possible price for her clients. Don't hesitate to take her advice, she knows what she is doing. She is a true professional.

Joanne

Barbara is a consumate professional who is not only extremely knowledgable about Fairfield County, she is a hard working, honest real estate professional whose ineligence,experience, candor, talent and skill will help you navigate the purchase or sale of your home. Always available and always going the extra step (or two or three) to help her clients to bring a transaction through to fruition. I highly recommend Barbara!

Roz

Having been a long time residents of Westport we were familiar with the ups and downs of the market but hadn’t realized the market had weaken and become more sluggish in the intervening 9 months since our initial meeting. Barbara’s analysis of the current market was very thorough and while disappointing from a pricing perspective it clearly demonstrated her grasp and knowledge of the market fundamentals. Recognizing that we wanted a quick sale her rationale and recommendations in terms of timing, staging and pricing were spot on as we received 6 offers over asking price within a few days after the house was put on the market and traded for $101,000 over asking. This was the first time we had sold any kind of real estate and somewhat complicating the process was our physical absence from Westport during this period. As a result, Barbara literally stepped in and drove the process from the contract negotiation, building inspection follow-up items, clearing up old construction permits, etc. to final settlement. Without her patience and perseverance and professional assistance we would not have been able to sell and close on the house as we did. We truly felt we had a partner and friend looking out for our best interests throughout the whole process. If you are looking to buy or sell real estate in CT we highly recommend you contact Barbara. You won’t find a more able or willing professional to assist you.

Larry & Anne

Barbara Sweeney is second to none. In a difficult market, and with little time, we recently sold our home in what ended up being a wonderful transaction. On top of that, she found us a charming rental in a very competitive market as well. This has been by far one of our best real estate experiences of the last 20 years. She goes out of her way to get you the best deal possible in the current market, and going the extra mile, and then some. From getting the pricing right, to negotiating skills, to closing and beyond, Barbara delivers the goodies. Period.

Yvan & Renate

About Barbara

My dedication to my clients' interests is matched only by my knowledge of the market for Fairfield County homes and properties. I assist home buyers and sellers, landlords and tenants, people who are upsizing or downsizing, people who have lived here for decades and others who are relocating to the area. My market intelligence, negotiation skills, and sense of humor help to make complex real estate transactions simpler.

I enjoy showing the wide variety of homes and properties in the area, the relationships I form with my clients and being a perpetual student of the industry. I offer not only a proven, award-winning track record of success but the personal experience that comes from living in the area for almost 30 years and raising my family here.

I'm excited to meet and get to know each new client. Once I understand a buyer's personal preferences, goals, and budget, I can put my expertise to work and find the perfect match. I advise sellers on current market trends and financial conditions as well as how to prep, stage, and present a home or property. I use a mix of cutting-edge Internet marketing, social media channels, and print promotion to attract buyers.

Clients value my expertise, honesty, and dedication. But most of all, they appreciate that I treat them with care and respect. Buying or selling a home is an enormous decision with life-changing implications. I help my clients remain at ease throughout the process. I want them to think of me as a friend years after the transaction is done.

As part of the Coldwell Banker family, I have access to a wide range of valuable resources, including the industry's most prominent, extensive website.