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Local Realty CO - Your Agent for Colorado and Austin TXExcellentLocal Realty CO - Your Agent for Colorado and Austin TX5.0★★★★★ Based on 55 reviews fromSee all reviews review us onLisa WedmanLisa Wedman ★★★★★ Great real estate experience from a realtor who is knowlefgeable and adept in finding the right place to live.Barbara NanceBarbara Nance ★★★★★ Mike went above and beyond a 5-star rating, providing exceptional service in every aspect of the process. He was highly responsive, took time to understand our needs and proactively addressed potential concerns and challenges. His deep knowledge and broad expertise provided insightful direction and gave us confidence in our decisions throughout the process.Bethanni DoveBethanni Dove ★★★★★ Erika is incredible. Really listens to what you’re looking for and very helpful with all your questions. Highly recommend this great team!Response from the ownerThank you so much for the kind words and 5-star review! We're thrilled to hear that Erika made such a positive impression — she truly is an incredible asset to the Local Realty CO team here in the Aurora and Denver Metro area. Erika's commitment to really listening to her clients and providing expert guidance throughout the home buying and selling process is exactly what we strive for. If you or anyone you know is looking for a knowledgeable, dedicated real estate agent in Aurora, Colorado, we'd love the opportunity to help. Thanks again for recommending our team — it means the world to us! 🏡 Bryce MBryce M ★★★★★ Mike made the whole process of purchasing our first home seamless. He is an amazing broker and relator. He really fought to get us the best deals possible. We love our new home and I am definitely recommending him to everyone looking to purchase their little slice of paradise!Response from the ownerCongratulations on your new home — this is exactly why we do what we do! It was such an honor to help you through the first-time home buyer process. Making the journey to purchase a home as seamless as possible is always the goal, and I'm so glad it showed. As both a licensed real estate broker and REALTOR® in Colorado, I'm always in your corner fighting to get the best deal and terms possible for my clients. Enjoy every moment in your new home — your own little slice of paradise is well deserved! 🏡 And thank you so much for the referrals — word of mouth from happy clients means everything to us at Local Realty CO. If anyone you know is ready to start their home buying journey in Colorado, we're here and ready to help! Nathan SmithNathan Smith ★★★★★ This man is a god send. When first getting into contact with Mike, I knew he'd be the perfect man to get me into my dream home. Off the bat, the communication was superb and his responses were prompt. Something that is hard to find in a realtor. Mike makes time for his clients, to say the least. He fought to get me the best bang for my proverbial buck. If you're looking to buy a house in Colorado or Texas, I strongly recommend you let Mike help you make the process as seamless and stress free as possible as he did for me.Response from the ownerWow, thank you so much for such a heartfelt review — this truly made my day! It was an absolute pleasure helping you find your dream home, and I'm so glad the communication and response time stood out. Being accessible and responsive for my clients is something I take very seriously — you deserve an agent who actually picks up the phone! As a real estate broker and REALTOR® serving both Colorado and Texas, I work hard to make the home buying process as smooth and stress-free as possible from start to finish. Whether you're buying a home in the Denver Metro area, Aurora, Colorado, or Austin is always to get you the best deal while making the journey enjoyable. Thank you again for trusting Local Realty CO with one of the biggest purchases of your life — and for recommending us to others! If anyone in your circle is looking to buy a home in Colorado or Texas, send them our way. We'd love to help them find their own dream home! 🏡⭐ Andrew SaracinoAndrew Saracino ★★★★★ Mike was great. Showed us a bunch of houses. Worked with us as we changed what we wanted, changed his schedule to meet our busy work schedule and answered all our questions. But most importantly got us a great house at a great price. Can’t argue results!Caitlyn BrookmanCaitlyn Brookman ★★★★★ Response from the ownerThank you for the review!!! Zach BrookmanZach Brookman ★★★★★ Response from the ownerThank you for the great review. Damien DinelliDamien Dinelli ★★★★★ I had the pleasure to work with Mike and he was awesome! Mike was very personable and attentive! I’d highly recommend working with Mike!Response from the ownerThank you so much for the kind words. We aim to be Colorado's most trusted real estate agency . Thomas Maurer JRThomas Maurer JR ★★★★★ Mike & his team were awesome to work with and made buying our first home way less stressful than we expected. He was super helpful the whole time and always took the time to explain things in a way that actually made sense to us. We never felt rushed or pressured, and he made sure we were comfortable with every step of the process. He also helped us get a great deal on our home, which we really appreciated. We couldn’t have asked for a better lender/realtor for our first home-buying experience. Highly recommend Mike to anyone looking to buy a home!Response from the ownerThank you so much for your kind review. I am excited to be your first time home buyer agent. You trust and business is greatly appreciated. Jeremy JenkinsJeremy Jenkins ★★★★★ Mike is not only a consummate professional, but truly puts his heart and soul into each transaction. Mike has represented me in every real estate transaction for which I have been involved in the last 20 years, and will continue to be my choice!!Response from the ownerThank you so much for your trust and loyalty. We love serving all of our first responder clients and appreciate your service to our community. Tori DooleyTori Dooley ★★★★★ Mike and his team really made the process of buying our first home a great experience.They were always willing to answer our questions and provide updates long the way. 10/10 service, would recommend this team to any of my friends or family.Response from the ownerThank you so much for trusting me with your business. We are excited for you to buy your first home in Texas. Congrats.! samantha burklinsamantha burklin ★★★★★ Best realtor out there. Definitely recommend MikeResponse from the ownerThank you Samantha!!! So honored to be a part of your first time home buying experience. Doris AvilaDoris Avila ★★★★★ Mike was super professional on the ball and was able to meet all of my loan expectations quickly and efficiently. I wanted to be able to close on my property as soon as possible from start to finish. Mike was able to do this within the two week window I wanted.Response from the ownerThank you so much for the kinds words. It was a pleasure to help you finance your new multi unit opportunity. Angela FoughtAngela Fought ★★★★★ Mike is amazing! He helped me sell a home and buy another home. He was so supportive and helpful when I had questions. And he responded quickly too. I recommend working with Mike because he really cares that you find the right home for you 🙂Response from the ownerThank you so much with trusting me with your home buying and mortgage. I always appreciate your business and hope you love the new home. Darrel SmithDarrel Smith ★★★★★ I had the pleasure of working with Mike Diener to sell my property, and I couldn’t be more impressed. From start to finish, Mike was professional, responsive, and always kept me informed throughout the entire process. His communication was excellent, and his expertise made everything go smoothly.Mike went above and beyond—doing things that were definitely not his responsibility, but he did them anyway to make sure everything was handled perfectly. That level of dedication and care is rare to find.He’s truly one of the best realtors I’ve ever worked with. I give him a full 5 out of 5 stars and will definitely use him again in the future. I highly recommend Mike to anyone looking to buy or sell — you won’t be disappointed!Response from the ownerThank you so much for the kind words and for trusting me with the sale of your Aurora property! It was truly a pleasure working with you throughout this process.As a Colorado real estate broker with over 500 transactions since 2008, I believe that exceptional service means going beyond the basics to ensure every detail is handled correctly. Your success is my success, and I'm thrilled that our communication and attention to detail made this experience smooth for you.At Local Realty CO, we're committed to serving our clients with the same dedication I learned during my years as a first responder—always putting people first and ensuring nothing falls through the cracks. Whether helping clients buy their first home, sell their current property, or navigate complex real estate transactions in the Denver metro area, this level of care is what sets us apart.I truly appreciate your 5-star review and your willingness to recommend my services to others. If you ever need assistance with future real estate or mortgage needs in Aurora, Denver, or anywhere in Colorado, I'm always here to help.Thank you again for allowing me to serve you!Mike DienerBroker/Owner, Local Realty COAurora, Colorado Real Estate & Mortgage Expert Dixie DiceDixie Dice ★★★★★ Our house was under contract in two days!! Micheal has a keen eye for seeing your house how a buyer might see it and making suggestions to make it the most marketable. Pictures are key in drawing interest from potential buyers. The pictures were superb. The video was amazing in highlighting the features and the surrounding areas.Response from the ownerThank you so much for sharing your experience! Getting your home under contract in just two days is exactly what we aim for with strategic marketing and preparation.At Local Realty CO, I've learned through 500+ transactions that first impressions are everything in today's Aurora and Denver real estate market. Professional photography and video tours aren't just nice extras—they're essential tools that help buyers envision themselves in a home before they ever step through the door.My approach to home staging and presentation comes from understanding buyer psychology. Small adjustments to showcase your home's best features can make a significant difference in how quickly a property sells and the offers it attracts. I'm thrilled that our marketing strategy—from highlighting your home's unique qualities to showcasing the neighborhood amenities—resonated with buyers so quickly.Fast sales with strong offers are the result of proper pricing, expert preparation, and compelling visual storytelling. It was a pleasure working with you, and I'm grateful you trusted me to handle such an important transaction.If you or anyone you know needs a Colorado real estate agent who understands how to market homes effectively in Aurora, Denver, or surrounding areas, I'm always here to help!Thank you so much Dixie!Mike DienerBroker/Owner, Local Realty CO Dustin SchuttDustin Schutt ★★★★★ Mike and his team are second to none! Nothing less than professional from beginning to end!Gauge SeibelGauge Seibel ★★★★★ Mike has been great on both the refinance side, as well as the sales side. He’s been in the business for many years, and it definitely shows. Whether you’re looking to purchase your first home, sell, or refinance. I would HIGHLY recommend him to anyone!Wendy KeadleWendy Keadle ★★★★★ Mike is great! Has great attention to detail and knows how to sell a house. He sold a few of our houses and all of them have sold in a few days. He also facilitates the loan so it makes everything smooth and easy.Anne DeFinoAnne DeFino ★★★★★ I’ve worked with Mike multiple times, including refinancing my home, and every experience has been excellent. He is knowledgeable, honest, and truly looks out for your best interests. We also explored homes with him, and he consistently put in the time and effort to help us find the right fit for our family. Highly recommend!Shannon DizmangShannon Dizmang ★★★★★ I've used Mike in past and then again for selling and helping us find our new place. Very experienced and makes the process easy.Sevaro JohnsonSevaro Johnson ★★★★★ This is my second time using Mike to buy and sell. Wouldn’t use anyone else. Attention to detail and willing to fight for you as a client, is second to none.Kandice JohnsonKandice Johnson ★★★★★ Nate OldorfNate Oldorf ★★★★★ Mike is a great realtor who knows all the details of locking in a great deal! I’ve used him on 6 real estate deals in the last 10 years and have been impressed every time! Thanks Mike!Rick AndersonRick Anderson ★★★★★ We have used them for multiple property purchases sales and they have always delivered what was in our best interests. Highly recommend these guys!!!RJ StegmanRJ Stegman ★★★★★ Very helpful realtor, with a lot of knowledge in the local market. My house sold 2 hours after listing. Mike helped with every step of the process. He made it so easy. I highly recommend using him!Anthony NaminAnthony Namin ★★★★★ Working with Mike as my loan officer was fantastic! He made the mortgage process smooth and surprisingly fun with his upbeat attitude and great sense of humor. Mike explained everything clearly and was always there to answer my questions. He turned a typically boring process into a positive one. I should also mention that he had the best rates. Usually, best price means worst service, but that was not case with Mike – he was the cheapest AND the best!scott wolteringscott woltering ★★★★★ Mike was great. Very knowledgeable on all aspects of the real estate deal. He kept me posted on everything involved and how things were moving along he also got me a great rate on my mortgage. I would definitely use him again. Good job Mike. 🙂James BertolasJames Bertolas ★★★★★ Mike is great to work with and works hard making sure your get the most value out of your home.Abby CrosierAbby Crosier ★★★★★ Mike Diener was AMAZING to work with as our realtor! He was incredibly patient when we asked questions as first time home buyers and answered them knowledgeably and thoroughly. Most impressively, he flew from CO to TX for the weekend just to help us find the perfect home in San Antonio - which we did, thanks to him! Mike anticipated our wants and went above and beyond to make the home buying experience as painless as possible. We highly recommend Mike to anyone looking for a fantastic realtor!Jesse BradwayJesse Bradway ★★★★★ Mike was great from step one. Always there to answer questions for me and family. Would highly recommend to friends and familyShalene FlynnShalene Flynn ★★★★★ We had a great experience working with Mike in selling our home. He was prompt, professional, and incredibly helpful every step of the way. His clear communication and guidance made the entire home-selling process smooth and stress-free. We truly appreciated his expertise and dedication!Aj AguilarAj Aguilar ★★★★★ Mike is awesome!! No nonsense. Straight up information given all the time. Super communicative which is always nice. I’ve referred him to multiple friends and he treats them amazing all the time.Ronald ShelleyRonald Shelley ★★★★★ Great realtor really liston to what your looking for and finds the home to fix those wants. Highly-qualified and knowledgeable. Thank you Mike for helping me find that forever home.Hunter TorreyHunter Torrey ★★★★★ Found these guys through a friend and they made all the anxiety of a first home purchase a breeze. Mike and Erika went above and beyond on making sure all was done as fast and easy as possible.Amanda HollandAmanda Holland ★★★★★ Mike is the best! He made the process of getting my mom into her perfect house easy. He was patient with all of our questions, accessible whenever we needed something, knowledgeable, and worked hard to make sure we were getting the best deal. I would absolutely recommend having him in your corner when trying to purchase a home. If you are looking for someone reliable and trustworthy, he is your guy!Laura WinkelLaura Winkel ★★★★★ Mike and his team does a wonderful job. You can be confident your best interest is at heart when you list or buy through Mike!Natalie StevensNatalie Stevens ★★★★★ Mike is the absolute best! Buying a house is stressful and tricky business, but he made it smooth sailing! He is great at answering all questions, communicates well and consistently. He's a straight-shooter who makes sure his people are comfortable and confident in their decisions. Definitely recommend, and will go to again if the need presents itself!M JM J ★★★★★ I have used Local Realty for a refinance, selling a home, and buying a home. Great experience with each. Michael Diener was super helpful on all aspects. Highly recommend this company.Amanda RodriguezAmanda Rodriguez ★★★★★ We worked with Mike to sell and buy our home, and we couldn’t have asked for a better experience. He is not only incredibly knowledgeable and professional, but also someone we fully trust. Mike has been our go-to person for all things real estate, and even though we’ve since moved from Colorado to Florida, he’s always just a call or message away when we have questions.What truly sets Mike apart is how much he cares. When my sister was misled by another agent and placed into a loan that didn’t serve her best interests, Mike stepped in without hesitation. He redid the entire process from scratch, quickly and effectively, making sure she didn’t miss out on her dream home. He quite literally saved the day.His dedication, integrity, and expertise are unmatched. My husband and I have absolute confidence in him, and we recommend Mike without hesitation to anyone in need of a trustworthy and experienced real estate professional.Teresa FosterTeresa Foster ★★★★★ Would have lost the dream home we found had it not been for Mike. The seller's realtor made every step in the process a major challenge & Mike had to go back on forth, on our behalf, more times than we could count. He never stopped fighting for our best interest & we were finally able to close the deal. Added bonus was that our Mortgage Loan Officer, Tate Anderson-Local Mortgage Partners, & Mike have worked together for years so they kept each other up to date on changes taking so much off our plates. We've purchased/sold with them twice now & wouldn't use anyone else.Justin KiviatJustin Kiviat ★★★★★ Mike is extremely knowledgeable about every facet of the home buying process, and his advice was greatly appreciated as a first time homebuyer. He was very responsive and attentive from the time I first reached out to him until the deal was closed. He also helped to secure much more favorable financing terms than what I was expecting, since he is also a knowledgeable mortgage broker. I am very happy with the way things worked out.cortez coatings LLCcortez coatings LLC ★★★★★ Mike and I worked together on renovating a listing and it was great working together , definitely recommendTJ HendersonTJ Henderson ★★★★★ Mike took the time to educate us throughout the entire home sell/buy process. He is extremely knowledgeable regarding market trends, financing options, and found our dream home without any glitches. We highly recommend Mike, Erika, and the entire team to anyone seeking a top-notch realtor who is not only the ultimate professional but personalizes the entire experience, we felt like we were Mike’s only clients. Mike sold our home in Cherry Creek North and found our current home five years ago; however, that was not the end of our experience with Mike. He checks in with us when we can take advantage of low market rates to refinance or just to make sure all is well. Mike genuinely cares about his clients! - TJ and Teresa HendersonMike K.Mike K. ★★★★★ Mike and his team (Erika, Kelly, and all the rest) are absolutely amazing. They've been our go-to for two home purchases, two re-fi's, and a home sale and we could not be happier with the level of service we received. While looking for homes, we received daily updates and listing that were tailored for exactly what we were looking for. When it came time to seek a loan or do a cash-out re-fi we knew exactly what we had to submit and by when. When we sold our last home, Mike and his videographer made our home look amazing. When it came time to list, we had multiple offers within days, including a couple that were tens of thousands over asking. In short, Local Realty is nothing short of phenomenal and we will definitely be using them in the future!Devon TorresDevon Torres ★★★★★ To start: Mike helped me buy my first home as a single mom with less than okay credit. He personally advocated for my family. Fast forward he gets is the home of our dreams. When I struggled financially Mike saved my home. He isn’t a realtor, he’s family. He is intensely invested in your success even when it costs him. He’s in it to help people and not gain a dollar. My kids have a home because of his relentless pursuit of being the conduit between families and their homes.Sabre BirdsellSabre Birdsell ★★★★★ I had a fantastic experience working with Mike, he was not only a skilled professional but also had a great sense of humor. He made the entire home buying process enjoyable and stress-free. His pleasant personality and positive attitude made me feel comfortable and confident throughout the entire process. He was able to navigate through the competitive housing market with ease and I felt like he had my best interests in mind every step of the way. I would highly recommend him to anyone in need of a reliable and personable realtor. Thanks for all your hard work!Familia RodriguezFamilia Rodriguez ★★★★★ Mike and his team assisted us with the selling and buying process. Even though they were both very stressful, thanks to him putting us at ease both sale and purchase went great. He was there every step of the way and addressed all of our concerns. We will definitely use Mike and his team on our next home purchase and sale.Ashleigh ThompsonAshleigh Thompson ★★★★★ My experience with Local Realty exceeds 5 stars! Mike Diener worked tirelessly to ensure that my house sold for top dollar and then negotiated an excellent deal for the home I purchased. His negotiation skills could put an FBI negotiator to shame... seriously! He was always available to show me homes and went above and beyond to ensure I found the perfect house. Mike was so helpful and great to work with, he's now like family. I'd recommend him to anyone wanting a knowledgeable, accessable, and competent realtor.js_loader

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