Mariya is a great Realtor for anyone to work with, especially first time homebuyers. Mariya is able to explain every part of the process in a way that allowed me and my husband to feel confident about our decisions while never feeling pressured. Mariya always made herself available to us, no matter if it was for a home viewing or to call for general questions. She kept us very up-to-date even when there were stretches of time where there was no news. I felt very comfortable being honest with her about my needs, concerns and questions in the home-buying process. I felt that she really listened, which resulted in her connecting us with a house that was a perfect fit for us within our price range. Her flexibility and genuine personality makes Mariya second to none. Honestly, I can't think of anything she could have done that would have made the experience better for us. I would confidently recommend her to anyone seeking to purchase or sell a home in Champaign-Urbana.