Realty Done by Damien Baden

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We hired Damien Baden to sell two very different homes for our family—one higher end, one more entry-level—while we relocated out of state. He handled both with the same honesty and care. He is a straight shooter. He gave clear feedback and recommendations on pricing, staging, and what would actually move each property, then respected our final calls instead of pushing his own agenda. That balance mattered. We never felt sold to; we felt advised. His communication and follow-up were impressive. Even after we left Ohio, he kept us updated without us having to chase him, and nothing fell through the cracks on either listing. One home sold more slowly, and we had already moved before it closed. Distance did not change how he treated it. He checked on the property regularly, made sure it stayed maintained and showing-ready, and even pulled weeds from a flowerbed. Over and above is an understatement. Same agent, same standard, whether the house was entry-level or higher end. If you want someone who will tell you the truth, do the unglamorous work, and still respect that the decisions are yours, hire Damien Baden.

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Buying and selling a home is one of the most exciting, but also one of the most stressful, experiences—and Damien made the entire process feel smooth and painless! From the very beginning, he took the time to listen to what we were looking for and quickly understood exactly what was most important to us. We always felt heard, supported, and confident that he had our best interests in mind. Damien’s years of experience and expertise were evident throughout every step of the process. His knowledge of the market and the buying and selling process gave us so much confidence, especially when navigating decisions that were completely new to us. We always trusted his guidance and knew we could rely on him to give us thoughtful, sound advice while still making sure our wants and needs remained at the forefront. Damien advocated for us when needed, was incredibly responsive, and genuinely cared about us throughout the entire process. He even served as emotional support during some of the more stressful moments, which we appreciated more than he probably knows! We could not be happier with our experience working with Damien, both buying our new home and selling our previous one. We are incredibly grateful for his expertise, guidance, and support and would highly recommend him to anyone looking to buy or sell a home!

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Damien was great to work with. We are so glad we were introduced to him by a mutual friend. Damien is far from the average realtor. He stands out in a field of often common clones. He is creative, hard-working, and sincere. Damien was committed to bringing us his most honest and aggressive suggestions but still allowing us to make all the decisions based on our own comfort level. We may have entered the process with a slight concern that Damien didn't live right in our suburb but that was a complete non-issue. He demonstrated tremendous knowledge of our market and numbers, and we had zero issues with his availability to be where we needed him when we needed him. You can also judge professionals by the help they partner with, and everyone Damien brought in -- photographer, videographer, handyman, etc were all top notch. The result was not just a fast successful sale but low-stress sales process (face it -- it's never stress free selling a home). Damien rocks!

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Working with Damien reinforced an important lesson for my family: selling a home is a major financial transaction, and choosing the right real estate professional requires careful due diligence—not personal obligation. From the beginning, Damien was responsive, accessible, prepared, and respectful of our time. He made a sincere effort to work with our schedule rather than expecting us to constantly adjust to his. When Damien said he would call, meet, research something, or follow up, he did it. We never had to chase him for answers or wonder whether our questions and concerns mattered. That consistency gave us confidence that Damien truly wanted our business and was prepared to EARN it. Once our home was listed, that same level of professionalism and effort continued. What impressed us most was that Damien’s responsiveness was not simply part of a sales pitch. He maintained the same level of attention, preparation, and follow-through throughout the entire transaction. He anticipated issues, explained our options clearly, kept the process moving, and represented our interests with confidence. Selling a home can be stressful and deeply personal, but Damien gave us the reassurance that an experienced professional was protecting our interests at every step. Damien also understood that our home was not simply a property to unload as quickly as possible. He respected its value and developed a strategy intended to achieve the right result—not merely recommend an unnecessarily low price to produce a fast and easy commission. His recommendations were thoughtful, supported by the market, and always explained clearly. Most importantly, his strategy delivered: we received our full asking price. Our experience with Damien stood in sharp contrast to some of the other interactions we encountered during the process. I was perplexed by the lackadaisical approach of some real estate professionals. In multiple instances, rather than making a reasonable effort to connect with me or mutually accommodate our schedules, I felt as though I was expected to continually pursue them and work around their availability. I would make an effort to schedule a meeting or continue a conversation, only for there to be no follow-through. And then they wonder why they missed out on a listing—a real head scratcher! Those experiences raised an obvious question: if communication, availability, and follow-through are lacking before an agent has even earned the listing, what should I expect after signing an agreement? Damien was the complete antithesis of that behavior. My advice to all homeowners: never feel obligated to select an agent simply because that person is a friend, relative, or longtime acquaintance. A personal relationship does not automatically guarantee responsiveness, availability, accountability, market knowledge, or professional follow-through. A listing should never be viewed as an entitlement or repayment for a personal relationship. It should be earned. Selling a home may be one of the largest financial transactions of your life. You have earned the right to interview multiple agents, ask difficult questions, compare strategies, evaluate how each professional communicates, and choose the person you believe will best protect your interests and work well with you. Pay close attention to how real estate professionals treat you before receiving the listing. Are they responsive? Do they follow through? Do they make a reasonable effort to work with your schedule? Do they demonstrate that earning your trust and business actually matters? Damien did all of those things—and then backed it up with results. We are extremely grateful for Damien’s work, guidance, patience, and commitment. He conducted himself like a true business professional from beginning to end, and we would confidently recommend him to anyone preparing to sell a home.

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Damien did an amazing job helping us to sell a property. He was everything a realtor should be. He arranged his schedule to be flexible to meet with us, he utilized online photos and videos, he headed off any concerns by preemptively getting an inspection (because it was an investment property), and most importantly- he encouraged bidding between multiple buyers when many homes are languishing on the market right now. He is exactly who you want in your corner. I wish I could use him countrywide!

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I highly recommend Damien Baden to represent you as a seller or buyer. His knowledge and experience in the business will benefit you in every stage of the process. Damien recently helped me sell my parents’ home, which presented a few obstacles along the way. With his help and advice, we were able to sell and close quickly. He works hard for his clients, and you cannot go wrong by having Damien represent you.

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Damien was so great! We were remote buyers moving from another area of the country. He was so helpful from start to finish. He attend all the meetings and walk throughs for us. When we would come into town, he was there for us, and helped us understand the builder and the area. 100% recommend!

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Damien was the first realtor I met. I had planned to meet with others before deciding with whom I would work, but after meeting with Damien, I was so impressed I did not even bother to meet the other realtors. Damien was intelligent and informed, articulate and persuasive. He had the realms of experience I valued. He also knew about landscaping which I valued since my front yard had many garden beds. Damien was endlessly patient. My daughter did not want to move out of the house, and Damien tolerated her indecisiveness. After many months (!), we were ready to sell the house. Damien hired experienced contractors who performed the necessary repairs on the house which were considerable since my house was an historical home built in 1860. Damien was astute in deciding which repairs were needed, and which repairs we could leave to the next owner. Often, his decisions saved me money. On several occasions, we spoke for nearly a half hour (yes, he is generous with his time). I had never sold a home before, but my girlfriend had sold many homes. As she listened to Damien explaining his approach to selling my house, she remarked to me, “This guy is good. He knows what he is doing.” Often, in our discussions, Damien would say, “But what do you think? I am interested in your opinion.” Damien never railroaded his views over mine. He was respectful of my feelings and worked collaboratively with me. He acted as if we were a team. In short, I recommend Damien as an experienced and competent realtor. You won’t regret hiring him.

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Damien went above and beyond in helping me and my wife as we navigated the home buying process as first time home buyers. He was genuinely committed to educating us along the way. His experience and his willingness to put himself in our shoes before giving advice were greatly appreciated. We're thrilled to have worked with Damien and I strongly recommend his services to anyone.

Nathan M.Local Guide · 16 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Nathan has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.

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My wife and I stumbled on Damien by pure luck. We first met him at an open house he was showing. He was well put together, charming, knowledgeable, and we left there knowing he was not going to have any trouble selling that home. As soon as we knew we were ready to get serious in our home buying process, we called Damien without a second thought. He is what I had always pictured a realtor being, but couldn’t seem to find. He is a no BS advice giver and strong negotiator. Within only a few weeks Damien was able to secure us a purchase agreement for our dream new build home and in our dream neighborhood. With Damien’s experienced background in new build construction, we were able to get every question answered throughout the entire process. His knowledge and experience gave us confidence we weren’t being taken advantage of and that what we got was a good deal. He was very available to us for anything we needed and has even continued to be even after closing, just to make sure we are well. I would recommend Damien to my closest friends and family, especially for new builds or large renovation purchases. He is a guy that knows everyone. We are very thankful to have found him! If you choose to work with him you will not be disappointed.