We cannot say enough wonderful things about Debbie Van Horn and her team at Compass! From beginning to end, Debbie and Ashley provided an exceptional homebuying experience, and we couldn't be happier with the results! From our very first conversation, Debbie took the time to understand our budget, priorities, and what we were looking for in our next home. Her detailed knowledge of the local market and attention to our needs helped us find the perfect home in a remarkably short amount of time. What truly sets Debbie apart is her extraordinary depth of knowledge and expertise. She has an exceptional understanding of North Carolina real estate laws, regulations, and the complexities of the homebuying process. She is also extremely knowledgeable about home construction, potential defects, and issues that buyers might otherwise overlook. Her expertise gave us tremendous confidence throughout the process. Communication was another area where Debbie and Ashley truly excelled. They were consistently responsive, patient, and thorough in answering our many questions. Even when dealing with complicated real estate matters, they had a remarkable ability to explain things clearly and understandably. We always felt informed, supported, and confident in our decisions. Debbie has also developed an outstanding network of trusted professionals, including mortgage lenders, home inspectors, closing specialists, and contractors. Having access to these experts was incredibly valuable and made the entire process significantly easier. And when it came to negotiations, Debbie was simply outstanding! She is a skilled, strategic negotiator who consistently advocated for our best interests. We always knew we had someone firmly in our corner. Perhaps most importantly, Debbie and Ashley genuinely cared about our success. We never felt like just another transaction. They were personally invested in helping us find the right home and making sure we were protected every step of the way. Debbie was much more than our real estate agent—she was a trusted adviser and advocate. On top of everything else, Debbie and Ashley were an absolute joy to work with! Their warmth, professionalism, dedication, and positive attitudes made what could have been a stressful experience genuinely enjoyable. We feel incredibly fortunate to have had Debbie and Ashley on our team. We wholeheartedly recommend Debbie Van Horn and Team to anyone buying or selling a home in the Raleigh/Wake Forest area. They are truly exceptional at what they do, and we would give them more than five stars if we could!
COMPASS NC - Debbie Van Horn & Co
COMPASS NC - Debbie Van Horn & Co at a glance
Reviewers consistently praise the team for their local market knowledge, responsiveness, and clear communication throughout home buying and selling processes. Clients highlight the agency's ability to manage complex transactions, including coordinating simultaneous sales and purchases, while providing professional guidance on staging, showings, and closing details. The service is described as patient and thorough, particularly for first-time buyers or out-of-state relocators, with no significant recurring criticisms noted in the provided five-star excerpts.
- Google rating: 5.0 out of 5 from 56 reviews (100% five-star).
- Reviews on this page: 56 Google reviews (51 with written comments, 3 with photos).
- Owner responses: the business replied to 29% of reviews.
- Most recent review: November 2, 2026.
- Service: Home Staging Service serving Cary, North Carolina.
Data from Google, last updated November 3, 2026.
Score profile vs other home staging services
Score per factor (100 = best)Each factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (star average, share of 1–2★ reviews, price verdicts…); standing within the category can only raise it, never lower it.. Strongest: momentum and satisfaction; weakest: value.
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Star ratings
56 Google reviews we collected
- 5 stars56100%
- 4 stars00%
- 3 stars00%
- 2 stars00%
- 1 star00%
Praise vs complaints
Phrases our text analysis found in 51 written reviews
- Praise11599%
- Complaints11%
Topic share
How often each topic comes up in the written reviews
- Staff & attitude3530%
- Would recommend2421%
- Speed & response1816%
- Quality & results1513%
- Honesty & trust119%
- Communication98%
- Price & value43%
What customers talk about
We read 51 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.
“What truly sets Debbie apart is her extraordinary depth of knowledge and expertise.”
“They are truly exceptional at what they do, and we would give them more than five stars if we could!”
“They were consistently responsive, patient, and thorough in answering our many questions.”
“Such a great experience working with Debbie and her team!”
“Debbie has also developed an outstanding network of trusted professionals, including mortgage lenders, home inspectors, closing specialists, and contractors.”
“Communication was another area where Debbie and Ashley truly excelled.”
“Worth every penny!”
People customers mention
- Raleigh 7 reviews
- Kristen 7 reviews
- Lampuri 3 reviews
- Andrew 3 reviews
praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.
Recent reviews
I can’t express enough what a great group this is. I was referred to them by a friend who moved up there. Two years ago, I used them to buy a rental in Raleigh. I got the pleasure of working with Kristen and also got to meet Debbie. Kristen was always available to help and if something popped Debbie right in.…
We closed in less than 3 weeks on our dream house. The team made everything seamless and easy in a short timeline!
Debbie, Ashley, Mike and the entire team are more than advertised. Very professional, excellent and timely communication skills, compassionate, and fun to work with as they guided us through the process and yes, in spite of the occasional challenges. Their recommendations for small home improvements really made a…
Such a great experience working with Debbie and her team!! Could not have asked for a smoother process. Her and the team did a great job providing updates, tentative reminders for upcoming action items, and all the information needed to make this a clear handoff. Couldn’t recommend enough!!!
We had a great experience working with Debbie and her team! She is very knowledgeable, responsive and easy to work with. She also went above and beyond by helping connect us with some good service providers to help with some stuff we wanted done on the house. She made the whole process seamless and her team did a…
Kristen Lampuri is, hands down, the best real estate agent in the world. She guided us in our buying process - cross country. 100% recommend. 5/5 stars.
Customer reviews
5.0 ★★★★★ 56 reviews on Google · rating breakdown
Reviews from Google, shown as published (original wording, unedited).
I can’t express enough what a great group this is. I was referred to them by a friend who moved up there. Two years ago, I used them to buy a rental in Raleigh. I got the pleasure of working with Kristen and also got to meet Debbie. Kristen was always available to help and if something popped Debbie right in. Our plan is to move there in the future, so fast forward to now, we had the ability to get another property (our retirement home). Kristen was there every step of the way. As we live in Florida we relied on her to look at the properties for us. Never pushed to make a deal if it wasn’t right for us. We are thankful for her expertise and her friendship.
Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear about your positive experience with Kristen, Debbie, Mackenzie, and Don. It's wonderful to know that our team was able to assist you throughout your property search and closing process. We strive to provide knowledgeable and seamless service, and we're glad we could make your transition from Florida to North Carolina a smooth one. If you have any more questions or need further assistance, feel free to reach out. Welcome to your new home!
We closed in less than 3 weeks on our dream house. The team made everything seamless and easy in a short timeline!
- Ease of reaching staff: Very easy
Debbie, Ashley, Mike and the entire team are more than advertised. Very professional, excellent and timely communication skills, compassionate, and fun to work with as they guided us through the process and yes, in spite of the occasional challenges. Their recommendations for small home improvements really made a big difference. Everyday during the selling process, we felt very fortunate to be working with this knowledgeable and experienced team. We are therefore very thankful and not surprised that our house was sold in a very a short time frame on the market.
Ron, It was an absolute pleasure assisting you and Deborah throughout your home-selling journey! We truly enjoyed working with you and are so grateful for your kind words. We hope Florida treats you both wonderfully, but North Carolina will certainly miss you! Wishing you many happy years and new memories in your new home. Please don't hesitate to reach out if you're ever back this way or if there's anything we can do for you in the future!
I cannot recommend Debbie and her team highly enough! As my fiancé and I were first-time homebuyers, we were excited but also anxious about the process. From day one, Debbie made us feel comfortable, informed, and supported every step of the way. Her knowledge of the Raleigh area was invaluable. She helped us understand the pros and cons of each home we viewed and pointed out things we would have never noticed on our own. Our home search was a long 9 months and throughout that entire journey, Debbie was patient, encouraging, and never made us feel rushed. She truly held our hands though every stage of the process and found us our dream home (with all of our needs and wants) in our dream location. Debbie and her team’s support didn’t end once our offer was accepted. They supported us throughout the closing process, helping us coordinate everything and connecting us with trusted vendors for repairs and improvements. Even after we moved in, Debbie continued to check in and make sure everything was going well. We feel very lucky to have been referred over to her to help us find our first ever home! If you are looking for a realtor who genuinely cares about her clients and goes above and beyond, I would HIGHLY recommend Debbie and her team!
Such a great experience working with Debbie and her team!! Could not have asked for a smoother process. Her and the team did a great job providing updates, tentative reminders for upcoming action items, and all the information needed to make this a clear handoff. Couldn’t recommend enough!!!
We had a great experience working with Debbie and her team! She is very knowledgeable, responsive and easy to work with. She also went above and beyond by helping connect us with some good service providers to help with some stuff we wanted done on the house. She made the whole process seamless and her team did a great job handling any other details with the closing. Highly recommend!
Nate, thank you so much for your kind words! It was a pleasure helping you and Nikki through the home-buying process. I'm glad we could make everything as seamless as possible and connect you with trusted vendors along the way. Thank you for trusting our team—we truly appreciate the opportunity to work with you and look forward to helping you again in the future!
Kristen Lampuri is, hands down, the best real estate agent in the world. She guided us in our buying process - cross country. 100% recommend. 5/5 stars.
Beth & Keith, Thank you so much for the kind review! We're thrilled our team was able to help make your cross-country move and home purchase a smooth experience. We truly appreciate your trust in us and your recommendation!
Kristen was amazing and her team was great too! She's so very knowledgeable and professional. We've bought and sold multiple homes and so far the best experience yet!
Linda, It has been such a pleasure working with you! We are looking forward to helping you reach the finish line and get settled into your beautiful new home. Our team wishes you and Andrew all the very best, and we are excited for this next chapter for you both!
We bought our first home with Debbie Van Horn & Co, working with Kristen Lampuri, and we couldn’t be more grateful. Kristen came highly recommended by a friend, and she exceeded every expectation. She guided us through the entire home-buying process with so much care, attention, and expertise. As first-time buyers, we had a lot of questions, and Kristen was incredibly patient, thorough, and supportive every step of the way…especially during negotiations. She truly worked hard for us and always had our best interests at heart. Beyond being an amazing realtor, she’s also a wonderful person and an absolute joy to work with. I highly recommend Kristen to anyone looking for a home!!
Business details
- Address: 201 Fenton Gtwy Dr Suite 200, Cary, NC 27511
- Phone: (919) 749-6000
- Website: debbievanhorn.com
- Service area: Cary, NC