Mangrove Bay Realty Testimonials

He made the adventure so enjoyable and kept me up to date on what to do and when so selling my home was fast and easy. I highly recommend him to be your realtor!

Ben's phone was always on for any questions we had and his experience and knowledge helped make the process of buying so easy. He was always punctual. We truly felt Ben went above and beyond and listened to all our needs and concerns. We highly recommend him to anyone looking into buying!

We just bought our first home and he made the process so easy and fun! He was with us every step of the way and was always available for any questions or concerns. He helped us to find our perfect home and was extremely patient. Ben never rushed us and always went above and beyond to help us get exactly what we were holding out for. Thanks for all your hard work Ben!

It’s like having a friend on the “inside” that is working for you. He really care about his clients. He is an excellent negotiator with a very personalized touch. He was extremely communicative and easy to reach to answer any of our questions at all times.

I ended up buying a house in another region, but Ben did great research on the properties he showed me and always answered the phone whenever I called him, day or night. Highly recommend.

Ben is a wealth of knowledge and readily available 7 days a week. He and his team are a well-oiled machine and made the entire process painless!

He is very hard working and gives his all to make you understand the entire process so that you can make informed decisions. He also has been in realty a long time and is very time efficient with getting the required information or getting things done. We were able to close on a purchase within a month. it has got to be some kind of record.

He seems to work 24/7 because no matter how late at night or early in the morning, he is right there to take your call and ready to bring his A game. I would recommend Ben Coughnour on any real estate deals you you need to make.

We knew what we wanted and Ben did a great job of finding the home that met all of our requirements. He's great at communicating and was the perfect real estate agent and we highly recommend him!

He has an amazing work ethic, is a go getter and will find a solution to your real estate issue. Highly recommend!

Ben was outstanding and thorough. He is very knowledgeable and was able to catch errors that were made during the closing that saved me an additional $15,000! I highly recommend Ben and Kevin if you want a smooth experience buying or selling your house.

Their knowledge about real estate is top notch! Thank you.

Our experience with him, his team, the quality of service and responsiveness was incredibly and amazingly excellent. We were making the purchase from out of state and in a crazy market, but he made the whole process seamless. He has a wonderful and super positive attitude that made it a joy to work with him. Ben also is extremely knowledgeable of the locations and market as well as provides a lot of information and resources that has been so very helpful. If we buy/sell another home, we would 100%, without any thought, ask Ben to help and represent us.

Ben is incredibly professional, hardworking, and reliable. He consistently went the extra mile on every step of the entire home buying process. Always responsive, organized, and knowledgeable – I truly could not have faced this difficult market without his help. I will definitely use Ben again in the future and I recommend him to all of my friends and family.

He was very knowledgeable, and great at negotiating things for us.

Negotiated top dollar! Highly recommend working with Ben if you're looking to Buy and Sell in the future!

He is the BEST! He made everything easier for us, communication with him was great and he is very professional. He helped us move also offered to give us $100 gift card as a house warming gift. Thank you so much for your help Troy!!

He went above and beyond to help us find the right home and negotiate the best price. It was a great experience!

I would recommend him to anyone looking to invest in Short Term Rentals in Pinellas County

We had a very unique property to sell and we had so many problems along the way. Ben stayed on top of everything and everyone and got us to the finish line! I unconditionally give him 5 stars.

David has proven himself to be dependable, knowledgeable, and a strong partner to have in your corner who knows the ins-and-outs of the the industry. David fought for us to get the best deal on the place that met our specific needs and exercised cunning business prowess to ensure we avoided any pit falls along the way. We would highly recommend David and will calling him first when the time comes to move again.

Very helpful and just incredibly knowledgeable... he'd probably be very good at Trivia. His experience really shines during the homebuying process and will be there every step of the way.

He's a savvy negotiator, timely to appointments and messages, and no nonsense. I send everyone I know that's buying or selling a house his way.

We saw about 10 homes together, officially made an offer on one, and the seller came back the next day and accepted it. We closed very quickly (<30 days) thanks to Ben's initiative, timeliness, and responsiveness. Ben is honest and candid, which was much appreciated during the search and can be difficult to find in this day and age. I would highly recommend Ben and I am fully confident in his abilities and expertise as a realtor.

!! He and his team made the whole buying experience a pleasure! His timeline on what has to be done by date kept me on track! Ben is very knowledgeable and amazing person. I highly recommend!!!!

! Working with Ben was a pleasure. His work ethic, knowledge and service was A+.... He made this whole process, easy and carefree!! He specifically took my needs and matched us up perfectly!! Thanks Ben for all you do!! Keep up the great work!!

He was a great resource to help me purchase and was able to refer me everyone I needed to finish the house from landscaping to painting.

His work ethic is spot on and he was with us every step of the way! Even if he didn’t have the answer he would do his research whether on the age of the roof to when the air conditioner was last replaced. We will definitely be using him for the years to come.

Great knowledge of the Tampa Bay area, and I always felt like I was a top priority. Great response times to phone calls, questions and emails. I felt like he truly had my best interests in mind at all times.

He listened to our requirements and helped us find our dream home . Highly recommend!

Highly recommend! He was patient, listened to my needs and followed through! My specific wants were unique but he always kept them in mind. He also plays beach volleyball which is my favorite!

He is forward thinking, aggressive when needed, knowledgeable and hard working. I had an issue with my buyer after hurricane Irma and when they wanted to renegotiate, Ben was well prepared and I actually saved more due to their errors and Ben's preparation. I have bought and sold several properties and I will continue to use Ben for them all. He is not like other realtors looking to make a quick buck. He invests in your future and strives to deliver what you desire.

The systems, efficiency, knowledge, and skills that he employs make him an irreplaceable resource. 11/10 for him and his office.

Very responsive and knowledgeable! He also a very positive person to work with and kept me calm and focused throughout the entire process. Will absolutely go to him for my next deal.

You need Ben Coughanour. Part therapist, part building inspector and part educator, Ben brings an upbeat, problem-solving approach to help guide you through an otherwise daunting and difficult process. We were first-time buyers and Ben kept us in the game and helped us to make our own decisions about the where, when and why of our first home. His honesty, experience and work ethic allowed us to navigate a challenging market but knowing that we were all working toward the same thing: the right home, made all the difference for us!

He’s THE BEST Realtor in Tampa and does what’s best for his clients.

They were always there to answer all my questions quickly and accurately. Had a fantastic experience and look forward to working with them in the future years to come.

Easy to deal with and professional. Thanks Ben.

Ben is incredibly professional, hardworking, and reliable. He consistently went the extra mile on every step of the entire home buying process. Always responsive, organized, and knowledgeable – I truly could not have faced this difficult market without his help. I will definitely use Ben again in the future and I recommend him to all of my friends and family.

He broke down every penny and what we were going to pay and get in return for the sale of our home. I also used him for our new home. I would highly recommend Ben.

Thank you Ben and your team for all the hard work you did. The Fullers

Responded to needs instantly and was consistent throughout entire process. Would highly recommend to friends and family.

Couldn't have been a better experience. Very knowledgeable and went of his way to ensure that I had the information I needed to get through the chaos that is 203(k).

He is my go-to guy when we are ready to sell our home.

He not only knows a lot about the housing market, he takes the time to really understand what you want and delivers!

I have known Ben for a couple of years now and his professionalism and integrity is bar none. AND his phone is ALWAYS on!

I used David to advise, negotiate and purchase a 4 unit income property. I am continuing to use him as I search for additional income property.

Ben is a true class act with an abundance of knowledge in the real estate market.

This was the best decision we've made in the past 5 years. Ben is knowledgeable, organized, proactive and professional; attributes which make him an outstanding realtor. If you've ever seen any western movies where they have a "ramrod" character managing a large ranch; that's Ben in a nutshell; capable and responsible. We wholeheartedly recommend Ben as a realtor and as resource.

I'd highly recommend him to anyone looking to do real estate transactions in Central Florida!

He is prompt, patient and knowledgeable. Worked with us for months to search the market and focus on our needs/wants. Several times he advised us to walk away for reasons we would have completely missed. When we found the right property he negotiated an incredible deal and guided us through every step of the process. Ben is a true professional who realizes that happy clients are repeat clients. Remember Ben, his phone is Always On!

He help me buy and sell a flip, and everything went he said it would.

But more than that - he is aggressive and gets out there - he makes the market move for him and his client(s) - no passive lazy lister. I urge you to give him a try!

He did an excellent job communicating and negotiating when problems came up involving the inspection.

He was another agent I felt I was working with, not against, to help both the buyers and sellers.

He's responsive, generous with his time and communication, and always keeps a positive attitude. While providing his customer with top-notch representation, Ben keeps the big picture in mind, too, and always looks for solutions that can help keep moving the process forward. He surrounds himself with a high-quality team of people as well, easy to communicate and work with, great reflections of his personal standards. I hope to work with Ben again, and I highly recommend him!

Ben is persistent, driven, considerate and his follow up is amazing. With the assistance of Ben and all of the resources that come with his real estate agent guidance, we were able to sell a home and buy a home during a pandemic. Ben was always providing us the encouragement we needed to stay the course and provided us sound advice on good buying decisions. My wife Lindsay and I cannot thank Ben enough for his service and Ben has become more than an agent, he has become a friend. No better person to work with to find your next home or sell a tough home. Also no better person to take your call late at night with questions on a home the night before an answer is needed. Thanks again Ben and I cannot recommend him any higher. You will not be disappointed.

He was prompt, friendly and very knowledgeable of the area and real estate market. He made home search so easy for us. Ben really goes above and beyond his duties to help you find your house and making sure everything is safe for you and your family. His positive attitude made him a joy to work with and his honesty and strong work ethic was very refreshing. He truly is a Realtor who listens to your needs and wants. He will be there for you every step of the way to help you and encourage you. We couldn't have asked for a better Realtor! We would highly recommend Ben to all and everyone who is searching for their dream home. We give him a huge thank you for everything!

Ben has experience in all aspects and truly loves sharing his knowledge and going the extra mile for his clients.

He made everything so easy and painless for us. Super knowledgeable and professional. We HIGHLY recommend him!!!

We knew what we wanted and Ben did a great job of finding the home that met all of our requirements. He's great at communicating and was the perfect real estate agent and we highly recommend him!

He is watching out for your best interest

He not only helped us locate our future home, but is a wealth of information, skillful negotiator, and quick to respond to our requests 7 days a week. We could not have done this without him!

Their knowledge about real estate is top notch! Thank you.

He is honestly the best agent to work with in all of Florida especially if you are looking for someone with short term rental knowledge. Troy helped me more than he knows and I will DEFINITALLY work with him again. Troy's expertise in the Pinellas County area gives you (the customer) a leg up on your competition. It is a competitive market and it is nice to have someone like Troy in your corner.

Very bright, knowledgeable and personable. I had the opportunity to work with him as a professional real estate photographer for one of his listings. He is clearly committed to providing his customers with an edge in a competitive marketplace. I highly recommend him!

He helped me make offers on several properties before one was accepted. I highly recommend him due to his knowledge and patience.

He worked tirelessly on this home purchase and his knowledge, experience and professionalism really made a difference. I can't recommend Ben enough

He is knowledgeable, professional and most importantly, he is available even when other agents are not. Ben is the one I can always count on in a transaction and I know that my buyers/sellers immediately feel that way about him too.

Ben and his team..

Works harder than any other realtor we ever dealt with. He truly loves what he does and that makes a huge difference. He helped us sell and buy our new home in no time flat. Highly recommend him!

He did an excellent job of presenting our house to buyers via social media. The photos of the home were professional. I highly recommend him if you are selling a home.

He went above and beyond to help us find the right home and negotiate the best price. It was a great experience!

He truly cares about his clients whether you are buying or selling a property. He also has great business partners to help you with getting a mortgage or title services. Ben is your man if you want to have a great experience buying or selling your home.

Whether Ben is helping you as the seller or the buyer, you can count on his educated guidance to help you through the process. I highly recommend Ben - and just so you know - his phone is always on and you will be able to reach him !

He used his knowledge and expertise to see us through each step and made sure everything was on track for a smooth transaction. He also was great in scheduling and communicating with everyone and handled so many of the tedious details. Ben has such a positive and energetic personality, we will not hesitate to recommend him to anyone looking for a realtor. It was a true pleasure to work with him. Whether you are buying or selling, remember Ben, his phone is always on!

We were renting in a high-rise downtown that had already seen multiple Covid-19 cases - just riding up and down the elevators brought on anxiety. This was not an optimal place for someone with Asthma. Now enters Luke, we started down the road of looking at rental after rental. For about 2 weeks, this was the new normal - look, attempt to lease, contract already in progress, move on. We were desperate to exit our current location and that brought on a new thought, "Why don't we attempt to purchase?". Luke threw on his realtor cap and we began the house hunting adventure. There were certain areas we were interested in and did I mention we were on a time constraint of 30 days (current rental was lease was ending in 30 days). For over 3 weeks we saw Luke on a day to day basis. The house search was just starting when we stumbled upon a gem. This being the first time buying a house, there was an exuberant amount to learn. Luke guided providing direction and advice around every corner of the journey. We closed on our house a day after my birthday. It was a proud moment we shared and credited Luke in helping us accomplish.

in Clearwater, FL. His pricing ideas helped us get a ton of foot traffic to the properly and ultimately get a bidding war which was very much to our advantage.

My husband and I have had professional and personal experiences with countless realtors, and Ben is hands down the best. He knows his stuff. He knows the market well. He makes sure he attends every meeting - whether it is an inspection, appraisal, signing, and so on - he will always be there. He communicates fast with all parties and makes sure he is on top of everything.

!! He and his team made the whole buying experience a pleasure! His timeline on what has to be done by date kept me on track! Ben is very knowledgeable and amazing person. I highly recommend!!!!

His knowledge of the market is unmatched. By the time you are finished with the buying process Ben becomes like family. I will use him as my agent as long as he is in this business.

He was a great resource to help me purchase and was able to refer me everyone I needed to finish the house from landscaping to painting.

Extremely professional, thorough and really goes above and beyond. He found me the perfect house for a price that I never would have been able to get without his help.

Couldn't have been a better experience. Very knowledgeable and went of his way to ensure that I had the information I needed to get through the chaos that is 203(k).

His phone is always ON!

His knowledge of the market is unmatched. By the time you are finished with the buying process Ben becomes like family. I will use him as my agent as long as he is in this business.

He is always responsive, timely, and truly cares. I highly recommend if you need an expert in the Pinellas County Real Estate market.

Always available to take a call. Up to date in the marketplace. Experienced in real estate investments and listens to your needs. If your looking for a top notch real estate professional to market your home and get maximum return or looking to increase your real estate portfolio, I highly recommend Ben Coughanour

He was on top of everything and willing to answer at all hours when needed.

His expert knowledge, experience and professionalism are accompanied by a magnetic personality and a sincere desire to help people. Mangrove Bay Realty will always be my first choice when buying or selling a home and I recommend Ben highly.

My home search and purchase had a few layers of complexity, but Ben and his team handled it with ease and helped me buy my first home! They always advocated for me in every step of the process, and even when Ben had to go out of town, Rosanna and coordinator Kevin stepped in seamlessly to make sure everything continued in the purchase process as smoothly as it could. At every point in the homebuying process, then went above and beyond, and would answer any questions I had, and whenever I’d call him he was always extremely responsive. I will without hesitation be referring Ben and coming back to him for my second property. I would highly, highly recommend him. Thank you so much Ben, Rosanna, and Kevin for helping me accomplish my dream of being a homeowner!

Both as a human being and Realtor he is the cream of the crop. He got us through a difficult move. He was right on point with all aspects of the sale. He was always available for us and we very much needed his knowledgeable, optimistic, calming demeanor! We found him to be a tough negotiator but a patient mentor. Lastly, ours was not a huge sale but he treated us like we were vip clients!! Thank you Ben for your work ethic and care for people. We were very fortunate to have worked with you.

His experience with everything from renovations, investment properties, property management and online marketing is absolutely amazing. I have bought and sold more than 10 properties with Ben and his team and love recommending him to my family and friends.

Troy was a pleasure to work with!!! He was always available working tirelessly any day & time.. From start to finish he simplified things and always had an answer for our question. Sue and I would highly recommend Troy in any real estate transaction you have in mind. Believe us when we say Troy was a professional and a pleasure to work with😎 Thank You Troy!!

We saw about 10 homes together, officially made an offer on one, and the seller came back the next day and accepted it. We closed very quickly (<30 days) thanks to Ben's initiative, timeliness, and responsiveness. Ben is honest and candid, which was much appreciated during the search and can be difficult to find in this day and age. I would highly recommend Ben and I am fully confident in his abilities and expertise as a realtor.

He walked us through the whole process and negotiated to get us a brand new roof by the time we moved in. We will be working definitely be working with him in the future.

Their team was knowledgeable, professional, and always went above and beyond to help me find the perfect home. They took the time to listen to my needs and found properties that were a perfect fit. I couldn't have asked for a better real estate agency to work with. If you're looking to buy a new home, I highly recommend Mangrove Bay Realty.

) is an absolute RockStar! He is smart, energetic, ALWAYS available and wise beyond his years! I recommend Ben and his services to whomever is looking for a true professional in his craft! Hey, he is fun to be around as well and that is always a plus in my book! Call Ben...his phone is ALWAYS on!

Very responsive and knowledgeable! He also a very positive person to work with and kept me calm and focused throughout the entire process. Will absolutely go to him for my next deal.