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John is one of the most passionate and loyal realtors who strives to help our Veterans and their families to find the right options for finding a new home and at times their forever home after traveling the world and serving our country.

He is also well connected in the community and spends time as a servant leader across multiple organizations.

Mindi Anderson (Executive Director-Idaho Veterans Chamber of Commerce)

Heath VanPatten just might be one of the most upstanding people I’ve ever had the pleasure of interacting with.

I met and started working with Heath in 2022. I quickly realized the value of his character, not only in what he says, but most importantly, in what he delivers through action. Heath’s principles hold true to doing what is right morally, and ethically to support any individual he interacts with. His willingness to succumb or forfeit for the sake of honesty and integrity are his most championed moments. He will only accept earning an opportunity, earning a friend, earning a business endeavor or earning a win for his team! I have seen Heath remain charitable, kind and forthright under the most compromising conditions. Time and time again, he always chooses the “high road” in his personal life, his business dealings, and at the final moments of a championship playoff game! I strive daily, myself, to live up to HIS personal standards! He embodies what we deem every great leader, teacher, parent, friend and partner should be; to stay focused and have the ability to see the whole picture, make respectable decisions, stand for sound judgement, hold true to his convictions, and to fight everyday to be the best human possible! In any capacity, I’d welcome the opportunity to be in Heath’s company and friendship, to work on a project, close a business deal, navigate uncharted territory, or coach a team with. He holds all of my respect and admiration.

Janelle Kreuzner

Heath is an outstanding Broker, fantastic teacher and thoughtful caring leader.

I have had the pleasure of attending real estate classes taught by Heath. He goes out of his way to make sure his students understand the topics and learn how to implement the material in the course of their business. This knowledge and compassion makes Heath a tremendous Broker whether you are buying or selling. As a Realtor Heath will be asset to your business.

Irwin Wilensky (Broker Associate)

Shaun was there every step of the way on two purchases that I made.

He had answer on most of my questions and the ones he didn't he always got in a timely manor. he was very positive every step of the way. when I need a agent in a few years He'll be the agent I call. We also have come to be very good friends.

daniel hackett (Retired)

Mike was amazing.

From our first meeting he was very clear on what he would do to market our home. Then he did everything he said he would do. His videos were top notch and he shared the results of his online marketing at least once a week so we were aware of the results of his efforts. Not only did he market locally, he also targeted specific areas out of state to broaden our exposure. During the home inspection, a significant issue was uncovered. He went above and beyond to find a solution that saved the deal (and saved us over $20,000). Based upon our experience, we can highly recommend Mike for your real estate needs!

Tim & Laurie Murray

Shaun was my realtor when selling my house and was an awesome person to work with.

He is fast to respond to messages or phone calls. He is now my realtor on selling the home we live in now.

Joyce stanfill (Seller of house)

Mr.

Petras represented us in this real estate transaction. Everything from finding the right property for our investment, financing contacts, inspection needs & working with the seller's agents. A better deal came forward from the seller after our initial contract was signed. Mr. Petras worked our contract to take advantage of a larger property for a small increase in the purchase price. We would highly recommend utilizing him as your agent.

Rush Alexander

Working with Randy was stress-free and easy!

My partner and I are first time homebuyers, and Randy made sure that all of our questions were answered promptly. He was ready to go with us to look at houses last minute or with advance notice. He has excellent communication skills and is kind, patient, funny, professional, and overall a great person to work with. I would 100% recommend him to anyone looking to buy a home in the Treasure Valley.

Holly Miller (Speech-Language Pathologist)

John persevered diligently through 4 months it took to sell house.

This was during a fast changing market during mass inflation, rising interest rates and drop in housing prices. We had to adjust accordingly and John clearly communicated our options. He also went the extra step to facilitating maintenance needs on a empty sitting house.

Stephen Raible

Heath Vab Patten and his team were excellent in helping us navigate the home buying process.

The communication and guidance on strategy helped us to secure our dream home. Would highly recommend!

KW

My wife and I decided to look for a home in Idaho to retire.

After 40 years in a big city on the east coast, we craved a slower-paced life in semi-rural Idaho within 30-40 minutes of Boise. John worked with us to find the perfect home on a hilltop with views that go on for miles. John made the process sooooo easy and negotiated a very fair deal. John provided outstanding advice at all hours of the day! He hooked us up with the best mortgage broker too! (John seems to know everybody!) We could not have been happier with the overall shopping and buying experience. And we could not be happier now having moved into our new home. My wife and I strongly recommend John to anyone looking to buy or sell a home in Idaho!

Adam Silverman (Retiree relocating to Idaho)

Heath was so great!

He was flexible and willing to facilitate our realestate needs while shopping around for housing while not in Idaho. He did a great job at outlining our options once we found a house we lived and facilitated a easy closing window. Highly recommend!

Julianna McCall (USAF)

Mike was amazing.

From our first meeting he was very clear on what he would do to market our home. Then he did everything he said he would do. His videos were top notch and he shared the results of his online marketing at least once a week so we were aware of the results of his efforts. Not only did he market locally, he also targeted specific areas out of state to broaden our exposure. During the home inspection, a significant issue was uncovered. He went above and beyond to find a solution that saved the deal (and saved us over $20,000). Based upon our experience, we can highly recommend Mike for your real estate needs!

Tim Murray

Heath listened to what we needed and wanted, and he worked hard to ensure those were met.

He was quick to respond to our questions and got our house posted right away. The house sold faster than we'd anticipated thanks to his marketing efforts.

Alexandra Anderson

Mike was able to help me out and find a realtor and a far away state for my 90 year old mother.

He interviewed multiple people for me and found a fantastic fit for our family. I am very grateful for Mike and his ability to help and his willingness to do so as well. Thank you Mike. I really appreciate your help. Sincerely, Joel Chandler.

Joel Chandler (Chief sales officer)

John is one of the most generous people I've ever met.

Not only is he willing to go above and beyond, but he's also willing to listen. He takes time to build the relationship and get to know you. That really goes a long way and is rare to find these days!! I'm so grateful for getting the chance to work with John over the years and I can't wait to see what the future brings. I encourage everyone to work with John!!

Nicole Dean (Business Owner)

From our first meeting with Heath, we knew he was one of a kind.

Not only is Heath very professional, but he demonstrates strong ethical character traits. He's reliable, thoughtful, and caring... going out of his way to assist and bring value wherever he can. Heath's experience and strong communication skills are evident in the questions he asks and the insights he shares throughout the process. He's clearly respected and appreciated by peers and colleagues as observed in all the interactions he had with others in the trade. All of these characteristics led us to have a very positive and productive experience working with him. Heath has been such a pleasure to work with. We would highly recommend him to anyone looking to purchase (or sell) a home.

Cindy and Michael Pessotto

Jessica listed our home in June of 2022, the market did a steady dive afterwards.

Lower listing prices, inflation high mortgage interest rates hit us hard. We had numerous deals falls through due to funding. Jessica persevered despite all the road blocks. Jessica was able to sell our home In February 2023. Jessica is very dedicated, friendly, ethical, and highly knowledgeable in the real estate field. We highly recommend her if you are buying or selling a home in the Treasure Valley.

Jeff Lavey

I am delighted to write this recommendation for John Schied as a real estate agent.

Having had the privilege of knowing him both personally and professionally, I can confidently say that choosing John as your real estate representative means more than just securing a transaction; it means gaining a trusted friend and advocate who always has your best interests at heart. In an industry often characterized by transactions and negotiations, John stands out for his unwavering commitment to building genuine relationships with his clients. Beyond his exceptional interpersonal skills, John is also renowned for his professionalism, integrity, and dedication to excellence. He is meticulous in his approach, leaving no stone unturned in pursuit of securing the best possible outcome for his clients.

Amy Wolfe (Mortgage Loan Originator and Recruiter)

John is a consummate professional and a pleasure to do business with.

He pays attention to every little detail of each transaction, is a proactive problem-solver, and is exceedingly committed to taking care of his clients. I highly recommend John for your real estate service related needs.

Randall Filbert (Realtor)

Heath is a very experienced real estate salesperson, and is so easy to work with.

He is so dedicated to his clients, and fulfilling their needs. Heath will do whatever it takes to keep his clients happy. He always has a positive attitude and I have learned so much from him. I highly recommend working with Heath.

Josh Kowalczyk

I relocated out of my home state and had no idea how to find the best realtor for my needs.

I contacted Mike and he did the research, knew the right questions to ask and connected me to the absolute best realtor in town. Not only did my Realtor become my first close friend in my new town,but Mike did this service free of charge. I would recommend Mike to anyone buying a new home, relocating, whatever your real estate needs might be. He’s the best.

Marilyn Melton

Randy is the absolute best realtor I’ve ever had the pleasure of working with.

He is very relatable, friendly and thorough. He was quick to answer all my questions and made our home buying experience as stress-free as possible. I couldn’t recommend a better realtor than Randy. 5 out of 5 stars. Amazing!

Janna Cole

Randy was very helpful when we were looking for a house.

He helped us find locations we wouldn't have considered otherwise, and was very responsive when we had questions and negotiations.

Joyce Page

Shaun was helpful every step of the way.

Selling a home can be stressful, but he assisted us in what little things we could do to upgrade our home to help get the most out of the sale. He is an honest realtor who is going to go the extra mile to help make the transaction as smooth as possible.

Rebekah Plante

John is a great connector!

He is very professional and loves working with people. I highly recommend him.

Lynette Bushman (Business Consultant)

Have you had the pleasure of meeting Heath Van Patten?

I have, and let me tell you, he's more than just your average real estate professional. Heath goes above and beyond for his clients, showing a genuine care and dedication that's truly commendable. As an outstanding communicator and a wealth of knowledge in the field, Heath is more than ready to handle your referrals to Idaho. Agents like Heath are a true asset to NextHome, and we're fortunate to have him representing our brand. If you agree, show your support bysending Heath your referrals. Trust me, you won't be disappointed.

Tim Ney (Broker/Owner/Realtor)

Shaun is awesome.

He found us some beautiful homes to look at as well as some property in Mountain Home. We told him what we were looking for and he was able to find the perfect home. I would highly recommend Shaun. He is very thoughtful and is so nice. If you want the perfect home and not just a house I would recommend Shaun to find it for you.

Alisa Smith (Crew member)

John was phenomenal during the whole process of looking for a loan, searching for houses and then finally helping me put in an offer.

He was very patient as it took me awhile to finally decide on the house that I wanted. He was there to help me with everything, even negotiated a few extra's on the house which was nice. I would highly recommend John when purchasing your next home as he is very knowledgeable and with his connections will find all the right people to help you.

AJ Son

I just had the chance to work with Heath Van Patten and Zach Gautreau on a purchase for a friend of mine.

I know without a doubt that their negotiation skills, follow up communication and quick work are what won the buyers their dream home. Highly recommend!!!!

Julie Glassco (Branch Manager, Loan Originator CrossCountry Mortgage)

Heath is definitely one of a kind.

Always willing to put others before himself in all dealings. When you're making the biggest decision of your life, buying a new home, it matters who walks with you. Heath is who you want by your side through the entire process. His work ethic is unmatched.

Corey Cook

Moving from California to Idaho is a big deal and even bigger when you also have 7 kids, a dog, and 2 cats!

Shaun was incredible at taking us on detailed video tours of houses, answered every single question, and made us feel like we were there through the whole process. He went the extra extra mile to ensure we were happy with our choice and got the best deal on our new house. We feel so excited on our new adventure and 100% recommend Shaun for your next home sale or purchase!

Kristen Lee

Shaun is amazing at what he does.

He’s a fantastic communicator and made a complicated process easy. If you want an experienced professional who will put your needs first, call Shaun!

Trent Siedenburg (Project Manager )

We are very pleased with all of the dedication and hardworking Heath lovingly, and with great care, applied to selling our place.

He takes the time to listen, advise and be constructive in conversation. We appreciate him and his work ethic. One word to describe him is Excellence.

Pat and Linda

We had several challenges in selling our house, one being that we live a long distance away.

John bent over backwards to help us through each issue, and he went by the home frequently to check on status of yard, tenants, etc. It was also during a downturn in the market, so it took a while to sell, but John persevered through it all. John is very professional, he helped us immensely and I highly recommend him!

Susan Brand

Shaun was extremely helpful and knowledgeable in the process of finding our first home!

He took the time to research and visit a ton of homes and was always helpful in our decision making process. I would recommend Shaun to anyone looking to buy or sell a house! We couldn’t be more excited about our new home and wouldn’t have found if without the help of our amazing realtor!

David Adams

Mike did an amazing job through the entire process.

He kept in contact, answered questions, provided recommendations and worked hard in our best interest. In the end we found a new home with everything we were looking for and made a lifelong friend in Mike.

Mario and Natalie Alves

Mike is an all around nice guy with a heart of gold!

! He is very conscientious in all interactions and very thorough in all transactions. He kept us informed every step of the way with great attention to details which is what we wanted. We have used him as our realtor twice and would definitely use him again if needed. He is highly recommended!

Dena Burnum

Shaun was amazing he made buying this house so easy and walked e through it till theend.

Barbara Bartee

This was my first time buying a home.

The confidence and support I received was beyond reassuring. Every detail was meticulously reviewed and explained. With something as big as this, Mike (my father) was the very agent EVERY person should have. His understanding of best practices, scheduling, and digging deep into the integrity of our property was paramount. The only regret one would have is NOT selecting Mike Walters as their agent.

Danny Walters

Highly recommend working with Zach.

He is kind, genuine, caring and honest. I really appreciated Zach working around the clock to help answer questions or research any details we needed to answer those questions. He gave very valuable perspectives throughout this process with a tremendous sense of care. Thank you Zach, I couldn’t have done this without you and your team!

Joy Fodge

"Heath demonstrated exceptional dedication and expertise when assisting me with the sale of my property in Meridian.

He not only ensured the property was in optimal condition for showings but also efficiently coordinated all necessary repairs and installations."

Chris Bura

Sales people are typically pushy, don't take no for an answer well, especially those on pure commission.

Randy is not that salesman, he puts you in the driver seat. More importantly if you have a question he can't answer he will find a way to get it for you. He also makes himself available whenever you need him. From my family to yours Randy, thanks for all your hard work to get us into our new to us home.

Chris Milhon

My wife and I decided to look for a home in Idaho to retire.

After 40 years in a big city on the east coast, we craved a slower-paced life in semi-rural Idaho within 30-40 minutes of Boise. John worked with us to find the perfect home on a hilltop with views that go on for miles. John made the process sooooo easy and negotiated a very fair deal. John provided outstanding advice at all hours of the day! He hooked us up with the best mortgage broker too! (John seems to know everybody!) We could not have been happier with the overall shopping and buying experience. And we could not be happier now having moved into our new home. My wife and I strongly recommend John to anyone looking to buy or sell a home in Idaho!

Adam Silverman (Retiree relocating to Idaho)

Shaun is AWESOME.

He was incredibly helpful and knowledgeable while we were searching for our first home. He was flexible and patient with our schedules when we were trying to see houses and made the process really simple and easy. Definitely recommend him if you’re trying to buy/ sell a home!

Becky Adams

Mike held my hand the whole way through the process and strongly recommended processes like getting an inspection and not taking my chances with buying without representation protection.

He is very knowledgeable about the whole process and definitely made me feel like he had my best interest at heart. I would strongly recommend him for any of your real estate needs.

Marilyn Molloy

I just had the chance to work with Zach Gautreau and Heath Van Patten on a purchase for a friend of mine.

I know without a doubt that their negotiation skills, follow up communication and quick work are what won the buyers their dream home. Highly recommend!!!!

Julie Glassco (Branch Manager, Loan Originator CrossCountry Mortgage)

When buying a home, it can be fun and yet a bit stressful at the same time.

Jessica was wonderful! She knew how to answer all my questions and if she didn’t know it, she found it out for me. She’s very personable and friendly and I now I’m proud to call her a friend, if you’re in the market for buying a home, don’t hesitate to use her. She is amazing and will be there with you every step of the way.

Susette Vitto

Heath took over for another property manager I had and did such a great job.

I had two rental listings and a home sale going on at the same time. My worry was since I was out of state I would not be able to handle it but Heath took care of everything and made the process much easier.

Jose Barajas (Investor )

Mike is a very motivated, down to earth person.

He’s intelligent, friendly and no nonsense. He says what he means and does what he says and that’s somewhat rare in his profession. He was able to negotiate some off the price of our home which is a new-build! This is highly unusual but Mike looks at everything as a challenge that he’s always up to. He’s the kind of realtor you want on your side when buying/selling your home. We HIGHLY recommend Mike and in fact we have, to our family members, who we’re trying to get out to Idaho to be closer. Now, that has to be the best testament to a job well done! We also plan on keeping in touch with Mike once we get all settled into our new home as we view him as part of our family now.

Elizabeth and Daniel Jones
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"Heath is great to work with! He helped us list and sell our house, and he did a wonderful job. He is very friendly, professional and deeply knowledgeable. It's clear that he genuinely cares and was invested in our success through the whole process! I'm impressed with his ability to negotiate and his willingness to put in extra time and effort for us. He took care of a lot of the details. We are also working with him to build a new home, his expertise and advice during the lender approval process has been invaluable. I highly recommend working with Heath to buy or sell a house!"
5 /5.0
by bmswain
"Heath helped us find a home that we loved from the other side of the world! Being a military family and stationed overseas, we didn't have the luxury to see our home first hand. Heath sent us videos and pictures of many houses until we found the one for us. He worked late nights and many weekends to make sure we were well taken care of. If you are looking to move in the Boise/Meridian area make sure you give Heath and his team at NextHome a call!"
5 /5.0
by gregjeffers06
"Heath demonstrated exceptional dedication and expertise when assisting me with the sale of my property in Meridian. He not only ensured the property was in optimal condition for showings but also efficiently coordinated all necessary repairs and installations."
5 /5.0
by chris bura
"Ask questions, he finds answers; leave message..easy within 24 hr reply...even on holidays , after hours and weekends; open to strategy and your ideas on marketing and pricing...did 2 deals and never even met...says something there..."
4 /5.0
by tomfcoburn
"Heath Van Patten was fantastic throughout the process of selling our house and purchasing a new one. What I appreciated most about Heath was his ability to be an advocate for us and that he was so incredible with discerning our needs before we asked. It was so valuable to have a true professional on our side."
5 /5.0
by Kimberly
"Heath was always very helpful, responsive, and always acted with our interests genuinely at heart. I was a first-time home buyer and Heath helped guide me through the process and made it really easy. He has excellent referrals and had great suggestions for our home, which was new construction. Easy to work with and I will highly recommend him."
5 /5.0
by parker679
"Our experience with Heath was great. We hadn’t met Heath before our house hunting began, but he came highly recommended by our friends who bought a house in the area. After meeting with him, it was obvious that he was knowledgeable about the area and passionate about his job. He made our buying experience top notch."
5 /5.0
by joseph papalia
"Heath is always very helpful, and always available for questions. He is very knowledgeable and just a great person overall. My husband and I have worked with him several times and we’ve never been disappointed. I would recommend Heath for all of your real estate needs."
5 /5.0
by zuser20150707144339322
"Easy to discuss strategy with Heath and always returns call as soon as he can; available at off hours as needed to exchange information or things to do. Open to your ideas and wants. Recommend him to friends."
5 /5.0
by tomfcoburn
"I have done 4 transactions with Heath over the last 4 years. He is dependable, responsive and knowledgeable. Having an agent who understands how to write and evaluate offers is key to getting the transaction done efficiently. That goes double in today’s crazy market. Heath can guide buyers and sellers to get the most out of the home buying or selling process. Highly recommended."
5 /5.0
by Jon Tracy
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