Bernice and her team did a fantastic job from the moment I asked to meet with them to discuss the sale of our family home in Short Pump, VA through to the sale and closing. I interviewed 3 realtors and Happy New Beginnings stood out. I appreciated that her partners were able to help paint, stage and clean our house and also happened to be extremely talented. Those connections made everything easier on me. Her team was also kind and prompt - returning every call/text and answering any questions. I would definitely recommend Bernice and Happy New Beginnings.

I was helping my parents to sell their existing home and was caught in a situation on whether to sell it to a relative or go thru the process of listing it in the market. I was referred to Bernice by our Filipino friend. Also, she had helped my cousin with the buying and selling of his home and he had only good things to say. The first time I had met with Bernice, she immediately had put my mind to ease. Explaining the process and providing different options we have had at that time. Before she presented the options to my parents, Bernice had spent time a lot of time researching already. She then had met with me and my parents, presented a lot of market data with NO pressure to sell or sign anything. We talked a lot about it and she helped us understand different possible scenarios. She had been incredibly patient and understanding throughout the process and took the time to explain every detail and was available whenever we need her. There were few concerns that we had then. The goal was for my parents to get most out of the selling of their home and to do a rent back until their new home is completed so that they will not have to move twice. Eventually, my parents had agreed to list the house in the market. Bernice immediately started the process and laid out the step by step plan. She explained in details what was it entail to prepare the home for market. She connected us with her stager, Lisa who was awesome to work with as well. She was very involved and spent many hours with us. Lisa was very professional, helpful and has a keen eye for detail and design! She transformed my parents house and looked amazing after the staging has been completed. The house did so great on the market, finalized a contract in 48 hrs from the time it was listed! Much better than predicted and expected.Thanks to Bernice top notch negotiating skills. Bernice and her team truly exceeded our expectations! We were very impressed on how accurate the timeline Bernice had laid out to us. We will not forget to mention how delightful we were to also work with her Operational Manager, Emilie. She was in charge of a lot of the administrative details and communication. The whole team provided an exceptional customer service and went above and beyond to make sure all our needs, questions and concerns were taken care of. They turned what could have been a stressful process into an enjoyable experience. We truly made the right decision and will recommend Bernice and the Happy New Beginnings Team without reservation for all your real estate needs! HIGHLY recommended!

Bernice and her team were outstanding! They coached me in staging my home and communicated throughout the process. Within two weeks of listing, I received an offer $$30K over list price.

Bernice and the Happy New Beginnings Team recently helped us sell our home quickly and over asking. From strategy to staging, discussing offers, and coordinating our rent-back, they were incredible. Fast communication and personalized service on every front. Even after the sale, they went so far as picking up and coordinating the exchange of mail we received for the new owners during our rent-back. This was our third transaction with Bernice (two purchases and a sale) and each has been excellent!

We met Bernice nearly 3 years ago and kept her card because we knew that ONE DAY we would be buying a house. When day finally came and, of course, it was the craziest market ever. Bernice's expertise and guidance got us to the front of the line in a super competitive offer situation. We won over 15 other offers. We are expecting our first baby in 3 months so time was tight and we are SO glad we didn't have to keep trying again offer after offer. We are thrilled and have already started to make this house a home. We love it and can't wait to make great memories. Bernice made this as painless as possible, definitely go with her!

Bernice & I have been friends for a long time and for a while she was helping me watch the market until it was the right time to sell. We would look at the numbers together every few months. I really wanted to move and finally, the time was right! We put my home in "Coming Soon" and a jogger ran by my house and took her number down. She ended up being the first one in to see it, put in a strong offer, and, voila, the rest is history!

I met Bernice through Lindy Hop swing dancing in Richmond. When it came time for me to buy my first home, she was the first person I called! We sat down together with Catherine for a virtual buyer meeting to go over the process, all from the comfort of my sister's house several states away. Catherine knew immediately what I was looking for, even if it took us a little while to find it. She made the process of finding my first home as easy and painless as possible. Catherine is extremely knowledgeable, funny, and she keeps it real. I couldn't imagine a better team to put in place to help you make such an investment as purchasing your first home than Happy New Beginnings. Thank you to Bernice, Catherine, and all of your associates for all of your support and dedication. I highly recommend HNB and wish you all the best.

I cannot say enough wonderful things about Bernice and her team as they helped me navigate the sale of my home. During an extremely stressful time, Bernice was kind, compassionate, and extremely knowledgeable about the entire process. I had many questions (and some of them felt silly), and Bernice and her team were always speedy and thoughtful in their responses. From the first day I met Bernice, to the closing on the house, she was with me every step of the way. When the time is right for me to start looking into buying a home, I can assure you, Bernice will be the one I call.I highly recommend Bernice and her team if you

Bernice and her team were outstanding! They coached me in staging my home and communicated throughout the process. Within two weeks of listing, I received an offer $$30K over list price.

The Happy New Beginnings Team led by Bernice is a very professional, responsive and top notch real estate firm. They are very knowledgeable about local market trends. I would say that they are true partners and exceeded the price target we had given them. They communicate and kept us informed at every step. Bernice is a true professional in every respect. She has an outstanding team with Vicki and Emile who were on top of everything from staging to inspections, HOA, back office support, dealing with various agencies and providing outstanding service. We highly recommend Bernice and team and will use them again for our needs in the future. With sincere gratitude, Vijay and Cicili

We met Bernice at an event 1 year before we even listed our house. She was always available to answer our questions and very patient with us as we took over a year to work through our timeline. Our house sold immediately with multiple offers and we know we wouldn't have been nearly as successful without Bernice's guidance and advice and STAGING! The professional staging she had done was top notch and made our house shine! And not only did we easily sell our house, we were able to buy our new house for under asking - practically unheard of in this market - with Bernice as our agent. We love that Happy New Beginnings has continued to maintain a relationship with us through fun events and giveaways and we wouldn't hesitate to recommend them!

We recently had the pleasure of working with Catherine Curran and the team at Happy New Beginnings, led by Bernice Sims, for our home purchase. Our journey began in a rather serendipitous manner when Bernice attended one of my wife's yoga classes and generously offered to assist us in our search for a new home. Having had experiences with various realtors in the past, it's safe to say that Catherine, Bernice, and their team set a new standard for excellence in real estate services.From the onset, we were thoroughly impressed by their exceptional level of communication, proactive approach, and deep market knowledge. It's rare to find a team that not only meets but exceeds expectations in such a seamless manner. Their dedication and passion for what they do were evident in every interaction, making the entire process not just stress-free, but genuinely enjoyable.What truly sets Catherine and the Happy New Beginnings team apart, however, is their commitment to their clients even after the deal is done. Catherine has been an invaluable resource, graciously offering her extensive network of contractors to help us with various home improvement projects, from painting and floor refinishing to drywall repair. This level of post-purchase support is unparalleled and speaks volumes about their dedication to client satisfaction.I have since recommended Catherine, Bernice, and the entire Happy New Beginnings team to many friends, confident in the knowledge that they will receive the same outstanding level of service that we did. If you're in search of a real estate team that truly cares and delivers on their promises, look no further. We are beyond grateful for their support and will undoubtedly be using them for all our future real estate needs.

I met Bernice through a friend and neighbor and, for a few years, we have been in conversation about selling my home. Bernice helps not only with helping you make decisions on what are the most important things to focus on for home renovations, but also helps with lining up reputable contractors throughout the process. Her team included Emilie who was there throughout the process as well. There was a ton of communication. They hosted a really successful open house and generated a lot of traffic. We got the home under contract quickly and for much higher than I thought possible. Even though that first contract fell apart, they got a comparable backup offer in place quickly, even though we were in the middle of December! The Happy New Beginnings Team does exceptional work, and I enthusiastically recommend them for your real estate needs.

Catherine Curran and the Happy New Beginnings team helped me purchase my townhouse a little over a year ago. I commented at the time what a first class experience it was working with her and the whole team. This is a follow-up comment to say how happy I’ve been with their service since signing the contract. Catherine & and the Happy New Beginnings team occasionally check in to say hi, see how things are going at my new place, AND to remind me of the numerous annual client appreciation events that they sponsor!Catherine Curran and the Happy New Beginnings team are my realtors for life – I can’t recommend them enough. Top notch service, impeccable attention to detail, and a personal touch.

Have nothing but positive things to say about Bernice Sim. I reached out to these professionals for help with selling my property and they not only had my property sold quickly but also gave me suggestions to get the most bang for my buck. I got TOP DOLLAR for my property.I was definitely very pleased with the outcome! Great communication skills made the experience overall very pleasant.

I'm so glad Bernice was my realtor. She made the process easy, understandable, and stress-free. I had been searching for the right place (close to work, in a friendly neighborhood, and affordable). Bernice was amazing and I love my new home!