Hampton Roads Real Estate

“ I recently had a great experience with Gary Layne at ProActive Real Estate Services. Gary’s extensive knowledge of Norfolk and the surrounding areas aided tremendously in the listing, selling, and closing processes of my home. With a quick close, we were able to get a ratified contract in 45 days in the middle of January! As with all home buying/selling experiences, there were some items, 25 to be exact, the new buyer wanted us to address prior to closing. Gary and his team were able to handle this in a timely manner, keeping within our agreed upon budget. Gary and the ProActive Real Estate Services team delivered top notch customer service, professionalism and value which made selling my home a seamless process! Overall, I highly recommend them to others for their home buying and selling needs. -Tom McCoy “

Kristina Harlin

“ Gary Layne and Genelle Smith of the Proactive team were both incredibly professional and personable. They both worked tirelessly not only to get us into our dream home, but also to make our old home rental ready in such a short amount of time. Highly recommend for all your real estate needs! “

Jaime Cataldo

“ Great experience with the ProActive team. Gary and the team not only found a buyer for our existing home but represented us on buying our new home. This was a complicated transaction since we were selling two homes as a "package" deal. The team stayed on top of the issues as they arose and even managed to close early on both transactions! We couldn't be happier with the experience. Highly recommend ProActive for your real estate needs! “

Mike Bennett

“ Gary Layne and his ProActive team are the best! Great communication, expert market and marketing knowledge along with personable professionalism is the winning combination that you get with this team. My property sale went through without a hitch-going from listing to closing within 30 days! The sale amount was > $25k higher than three other agents’ estimates. I couldn’t have had a better experience. Many thanks to them all!😊 “

C. Lancaster

“ Gary has been a big plus for me personally and for my business. Working with a team that is heavily invested in the community has being a great experience for us here at Santos Realty!!! “

Javier Santos

“ I would highly recommend Gary Layne and his team at ProActive Real Estate Services. Gary did an outstanding job selling our house. He demonstrated a great knowledge of the local real estate market. Our home sold quickly given his knowledge combined with his extraordinary service. I would highly recommend Gary and the ProActive team. “

Pam Hurley

“ It was a pleasure working with Gary Layne and the ProActive team of Keller Williams. He stayed on top of things from the day our house was listed until settlement; keeping in constant communication with us. Gary made selling our home a stress-free process, which we greatly appreciated! “

Maryellen Farley

“ Gary and Billy have decades of experience and know the Hampton Roads real estate market as well as anybody. Whether you are looking to buy or sell a home, rent a house, or manage a property, ProActive Real Estate Services is the choice for you. I cannot recommend them highly enough! “

Jimmy Hurley

“ We were moving to Virginia from overseas. Working with Karen and her ProActive team was an absolute joy. She has excellent understanding of the market, and her years of experience, knowledge and intuition was instrumental in helping us find a home for our family. She was spot on with her description of the properties weren't ablet to see in person, and she was very keen, alert and informative on the ones we were able to view in person. Her understanding of the area, she was able to narrow down on the Ideal location for us, which incorporated an accurate travel estimate to and from my working locations, grocery store, and other places we were interested in being close to. Absolute Super-Star! Definitely contact ProActive for all your Real Estate needs. “

Mike & Anda Garel

“ Gary, Billy and the entire ProActive Real Estate Services team helped us to sell our home quickly, efficiently, and with very few hurdles. Their team was prepared to handle much detail in a fast-paced transaction where there were multiple bidders. The ProActive Team was sensitive to our needs while balancing the many buyer's agents with grace and professionalism. I would highly recommend the ProActive Real Estate Services team for your real estate needs. “

Kim Phillips

“ I have been in real estate for over 30 years, and have used ProActive Real Estate to purchase two investment properties and management both of them. I find their level of experience and service in the Southside area of Hampton Roads to be excellent. Hence, I chose to work with them over the many other brokerage choices available. With this smaller firm, I get to work directly with Layne and Wilson, who both have a wealth of first hand experience and talent with such such properties. I strongly recommend the ProActive team! “

T M

“ Gary Layne helped us in 2019 to get into a great rental property in the Lafayette Shores community. This year, Gary helped us again to find a home for sale in the same community. Not only did he keep us informed all along the way - texts, emails, phone calls - but he even stopped over during our last night in the rental to help us get the last of our things boxed up and into the new home. The ProActive team did a super job all along the way. True customer service! “

Annette Rogers

“ Gary Layne was amazing! He was very knowledgeable and ready a moments notice if we had a property we wanted to see. We actually had 2 closings in the same week from the sale of our home and the purchase of another thanks to Gary's hard work and expertise. I would highly recommend Gary if you're either buying /selling....or both! “

Terri Cook

“ A+++ I cannot say enough good things about Proactive Real Estate Services and their team. If you are looking for professionalism, experience, knowledge of the industry, responsiveness, someone who cares about their clients and will actively work to sell your home or help you buy a new one, look no further! Do yourself a real favor and give Gary Layne a call. You will not be disappointed!! “

Andrea Jeffers

“ The Property Management has been very helpful through the process of being a tenant. They have been very patient plus polite. Staying at this property was no issue and even if I may have an issue, they'll be there to help solve that issue. “

Jorge “Too Sharp” theboxer

“ It was a pleasure working with Gary, he listed my property and was very helpful throughout the whole process, ensuring the best transaction possible, he got me top dollar! “

Justin Witt

“ Gary Layne was our agent. He made the home buying process easy and honest. He kept us well informed and carried us every step of the way. He made our dream of home ownership a reality. Thank you so much Gary. We could not have done this without you. The Banks “

Charlene Banks

“ Gary sold my home in and it was under contract in 48 hours. Very pleased with his prompt responses, great communication, and extremely professional. He even helped clean on my move out date! Will definitely recommend his services to more people!!! “

Will Cobb

“ There are a lot of good qualities about Gary. He is an experienced realtor. He is creative, thinks outside of the box, and he doesn't give up. All vital assets in a realtor, but on top of that he is a good person. I had a "problem" house, which is an understatement. Gary was able to sell it. I cannot recommend Gary highly enough. “

Rob White

“ ProActive Real Estate is a wonderful property management group! As a housing specialist, I am always so grateful to work with real estate companies that care for people and provide quality properties. The entire team is ON IT and so welcoming. If you're looking for a new home, Proactive is the way to go, you won't be disappointed. “

Imani smith

“ Gary has been in the real estate business for 30 plus years and it shows. He is a wealth of knowledge and experience. He makes the buying process very easy! I would definitely recommend Gary to anyone looking to buy or sell their home. “

Nina Killen

“ Gary Layne was our agent and he was extremely helpful and knowledgable! He helped us find the perfect spot for our situation. “

Paul Mahoney

“ I had a fantastic experience with ProActive. They are total experts in property management (also have great merch). “

Alex Zajdel

“ Gary and Tori were absolutely amazing and really helped a first time home seller navigate the process. They are a pleasure to work with and really made me and my wife feel at ease with the process. “

Braden Harrison

“ We had a very smooth house sale with Gary Layne at ProActive. Knowledgeable, friendly, and took care of the details. Highly recommend! “

Brett Siegfried

“ Great experience with this group so far. Attention to issues and immediate responses. “

M Huey

“ Mr. Layne worked with the upmost professionalism in getting our house sold as quickly as possible, and did all his work with our best interests in mind. Great advice was given over the subject matter as we were rather unfamiliar to this, and he was calm and collected the whole way through. “

Antonio GAO

“ Gary Layne was remarkably helpful in selling our commercial property. He is very knowledgeable and experienced real estate agent, highly recommended.. “

Cecilia Welch

“ Gary and his team always go above and beyond for their clients making the home buying or selling process simple and easy. A pleasure to work with! “

Melissa Pierce

“ Very professional. He goes above and beyond my expectation. “

LUCIMAR MUSCH

“ Thank you to Gary and team for fixing problems and being attentive landlords. “

Cory Steiger

“ ProActive Real Estate Services help management and sell the townhome , very responsible and trusty “

gracemei65

“ They get the job done. Fast, friendly, and efficient. “

Redcoka Mixed

“ The places is nice and clean “

Fleetwood Mac 23

“ The staff is pleasant. “

Ctina Scott

“ Very experienced! “

Alexandra Leitz