Clients' Testimonials
"I just wanted to write you a short note to let you know our appreciation of SAGA’s hard work on our ocean front house and making it a successful project. When we were first evaluating this investment proposition, although we all thought it was a great opportunity, we all had our concerns about different aspects of the project.
Obviously, the first concern was the investment capital. SAGA was able to
give us accurate comparables not only on our construction loan but also on
fees and anticipated revenue. You provided invaluable assistance
navigating through the financial process ensuring we were able to get the
loans we needed, and finance the project appropriately.
Working for a construction company myself, my primary concern was whether SAGA could complete the construction project on time and under budget. Completing a house of this size, in the limited time frame that SAGA was given, I knew would be a very difficult task. I am very impressed with the speed and competence that the house was built, completing it in time for our early summer rentals (better than I had ever anticipated). This was done with minimal change orders (mostly as a result of us changing our minds on design and/or finishes) and keeping us in the loop on most of the major
decisions.
The final concern was having a quality product that was marketable to those who are looking to vacation in the Outer Banks. We were pleasantly surprised when the house started renting up at a very good pace prior to it even being completed; and the house has maintained a strong rental record. The rentals that we have in our first year will finance it until next year; and as we look towards next year, most of our first year renters are already reserving it for next summer. This is a clear indication that our guests are
pleased with the product and gives us a positive outlook for future rentals;
and therefore, a positive outlook for a good return on our investment."
Chuck Monnig, Sr. Estimator
"It
is totally out of character for me to take the time to write
a letter to express my appreciation. I want to thank your
company, employees, and sub-contractors for the professionalism
and workmanship displayed on the recent construction of
our new house.
The project, from planning to final inspection, was without
a doubt my best experience dealing with a contractor in
recent memory. The job was started and completed as scheduled.
The attention to details was amazing. The materials and
workmanship were second to none. The professional and courtesy
exhibited by Ali Amini was truly a breath of fresh air.
He returned phone calls and e-mails in a timely manner,
answered all questions and solved any problems making the
experience almost effortless. ICR-SAGA’s performance was
exactly as promised and exceeded my expectations.
I will highly recommend your company to anyone wanting a
quality product and a truly professional experience and
look forward to our next project."
Michael & Madonna VanCuren
Agents of the Year - "9" Years in a Row
Sun Realty
"We purchased our SAGA built home after viewing many other new construction homes in our price range. Comparatively, the SAGA built home had more features for the money and greater attention paid to what may appear to be the “little things such as dimmers and speed control for all fan fixtures, pre-wiring for surround sound, door bell…(yes one home did not have a door bell), painted car port ceiling, upscale light fixtures, electrical outlets on all decks, two outside faucets etc. Construction wise we were impressed with the use of stainless nails for deck surfaces, sturdiness of deck uprights and rails, upgraded vinyl siding, double hung windows, energy efficient tankless water heater and a finished garage all which really made the home stand out above the rest. Last but not least, the one feature that struck our hearts was the kitchen (a 2007 Parade of Homes winner!). We will now have more cabinet and counter space than we ever have had with a very elegant look that includes under cabinet lighting. We believe that we were fortunate to have had the opportunity to view and purchase our SAGA built home and meet many of the wonderful people that make up the SAGA/Intercoastal Realty team. Thank you, SAGA, for allowing us to make our dream come true on the OBX."
Joe and Wendy Mertz
"I wanted to take a moment and write
this letter to thank everyone at ICR-SAGA for getting my
home built on Archdale Street. Within the hour of listing
our home it was rented!!! I thank you for the precision
and patience you had throughout this project. I wanted a
different, unique design and ICR-SAGA really came through
to help me develop my dream."
Dorothy L.
"Thank you very much for delivering to us quality construction
on our Nags Head home. We are all eager to enjoy it. We
had a great experience with your company from the lending
process to the construction process and finishing the home!
Ali was great to work with. He helped us find a good deal
on a lot, house plan and the designers to custom furnish
our home. Amit and Sumit gave the best way for us to
finance the loan. Construction is of the finest quality
at a very reasonable cost. A lot of upgrades were put into
the house like tray ceilings with recessed lighting, ceramic
floors, berber carpets, hardwood floors, upgraded stainless
steel GE appliances, KraftMaid cabinets, surround sound
wiring, among many others. Best of all, delivery was fast
and ahead of schedule! I would highly recommend ICR-SAGA
to my friends and family because I believe in your philosophy
of making your customers happy. Thank you very much!"
Alex & Maria O.
Like most investors in real estate we're all looking to
find that next great deal, whether it is an existing home
or new construction. When I came to meet SAGA Construction
I knew I had found the right company that was looking out,
not for themselves, but for the best interests of their
clients. They were able to put together a great deal when
building one of my houses.
SAGA Construction thoroughly walked through the initial
phases of how the deal would work and what to expect during
each step. They laid out benchmarks along the way, and their
project managers are superb in making sure those benchmarks
are met. The economies of scale and quality SAGA puts into
every one of their projects, whether it is new or existing
homes, quantifies their incredible efficiency. This efficiency
resulted in a less expensive house than I would have received
from other builders I have dealt with in the past. They
finished my house from beginning to end in approximately
three months, and the final result was truly remarkable.
One of the greatest things I observed while working with
SAGA Construction is that they held to their word every
step of the process. They took care of everything when building
the house and knew exactly what I wanted and expected from
them. I will make sure SAGA builds my next house because
I know it will be built the right way.
Ryan Riggs
Professionals' Testimonials
"This letter is to give account of my experiences with InterCoastal
Realty & SAGA Construction and its principal partners. As
in my business as a financial planner, I appreciate working
with companies that provide high levels of service. It’s
of great value when you or your clients have the ability
to contact the principle partners of a firm on a whim. If they were
unavailable, I would leave a message with my questions,
and they promptly returned my call with the answers I needed.
Their hands-on approach is very comforting and makes the
process of building your home much less stressful. The quality
of the construction, materials and homes designs is to be highly
praised as well.
I have been associated with the Outer Banks area for a number
of years, and have also been exposed to many, many home
builders. With their focus on detail, and their passion for building
long lasting relationships, SAGA Construction was able to
provide my clients, as well as myself, with customized solutions
for our specific wants and needs.
I absolutely recommend InterCoastal Realty & SAGA Construction
to anyone looking to build an investment property or their
dream home on the Outer Banks of North Carolina."
Adam Morgan
Financial Planner
448 Viking Dr. Suite 350
Virginia Beach, VA
(757) 498-5700 phone
(757) 498-6160 fax
"I have been working with InterCoastal Realty and SAGA Construction
for years. The professionals at ICR-SAGA have provided me
and my clients with excellent opportunities for real estate
investment. They have performed beyond my expectations consistently.
The principal partners are both personal and professional.
I recommend them over and over again because once I send
a client of mine to them, I have complete faith that my
client will be pleased with the plethora of great opportunities
provided."
Robert Grandy
Bankers Insurance
"I recently accompanied a client of mine to the Outer Banks
to evaluate a contractor, SAGA Construction.
I was more than impressed with their attention to detail,
especially in the area of “high-wind load” details. I was
surprised at the quality of framing, both load path and
resistance to lateral forces. It almost seems that they
have an engineer oversee their work.
As you probably know there have been a considerable number
of deck failures in the news. SAGA’s construction technique
for decks is quite remarkable and far surpasses any of the
standards I see here, Southeast Virginia.
I would readily endorse SAGA Construction to build a house
for myself or any of my clients after walkthrough inspections
of two of their houses (One at the rough-framing stage and
one being completed)".
Pete Sessa
Pete Sessa & Associates
1074 Ocean Pebbles Way
Virginia Beach, VA. 23451
petesessa@yahoo.com
"
I have worked with Saga Construction for several years now on the Outer Banks of North Carolina. I have been consistently impressed with their concern for their clients¿ interest, their ability to deliver on their promises, and the appeal that their homes have with our rental guests.
All of the owners of the firm, especially Prem, Amit and Sumit Gupta, check in regularly to make sure that their clients¿ homes are renting to their fullest potential. Even several years after a home is completed, they are still investing time and resources toward making sure that their clients¿ investments remain successful. By checking with the rental managers to understand changing market forces, maintenance issues, and strategies to constantly improve their homes, they maintain longterm, meaningful relationships with their clients and partners here on the Outer Banks. The depth and duration of this follow through is tremendous.
Saga delivers their rental homes on schedule. As a property manager, one of our biggest fears is to lease a home to a guest and not have the home finished and furnished in time for the family¿s vacation. Every one of the homes that they have built for our mutual clients has been completed ahead of schedule.
The popularity of Saga homes is exceptional. As the manager who initially prices the rental weeks for homes based on their location, quality, and amenities, I take care to make sure that my prices and performance estimates are accurate. The homes that Saga has buily have consistently exceeded my written projections. The feedback from the guests has also been very positive. This is essential to create ¿repeat¿ guests who come to the same home each year.
Please feel free to call me to discuss Saga Construction. I recommend them highly.
"
Sincerely,
Gray Berryman
Carolina Designs Realty
1197 Duck Road
Duck, NC 27949
"
The recently completed house construction project at Hatteras Landing was the first time our Association has worked with you on building a custom home in our community. As you know, we have very stringent standards and a highly engaged Aesthetic Review Committee which sets very high standards for design, construction and site management.
It is a pleasure to send a note of compliment to your organization about this project. Not only did it set a record for speed of completion, but the quality of your management and process discipline were remarkable. Your coorperation with our Association, communication and follow through were excellent. You gave your word on many issues and always kept it.
This finished product is an excellent addition to our community and a real fit aesthically. We are happy to have your clients as our new neighbors. Thank you for a job well done. The Aesthetic Review Committee has added your firm to our list of authorized builders should they be consulted by prospective new owners wishing to build a home in our community.
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Jeffrey Wells
President
Hatteras Landing Homeowners Association, Inc.
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