Testimonial

Communication is the key to any type of relationship. Miss Gloria has that. She has helped me through the whole process of selling my grandparent’s estate. We met back in March of 2021 but didn’t kick things off until November 2021. She wasn’t pushy about when we will sell, but she did check in ever so often to make sure things were okay. Any questions or concerns I had, she would answer or reassure me. She also is very upfront with you and has suggestions on what is best for all parties involved. She makes it personal to get to know you, almost like you are family. She definitely cares about her clients old or new. I would highly recommend her as an agent.

Gloria and the team were wonderful to work with. We bought our house with her as our agent and later sold our house with her. She gave us excellent advice and support in both roles!

Gloria Howell and team with Gate City Real Estate in Pocatello, Idaho, turned my dream into a reality! My God, where do I begin? With tears in my eyes, as I type this post, I sit amongst boxes and boxes in my new home, with only a few days until Christmas 2021, and I couldn’t be happier! Recently retired, and divorced for some time, I literally had nobody to help me through the selling process…until Gloria came along…with all her little angels 🙂 I confided in Gloria (daily) and Gloria confided in me. A true team we made! For “months” we worked through fixing, remodeling, and anxiety ridden situations. I remember, what Gloria told me, during one of my many “high anxiety” moments, ” you can only change what you can control and the rest is mere fluff…negative thinking. That comment changed me. I think about it daily. Thank you Gloria! Treating a seller, or buyer, as a human being with real life feelings and not just a commodity is what Gloria and team is all about. If you want somebody with years of experience to “guide you” through your buying or selling process, go see Gloria. You’ll be surprisingly amazed!

Gloria has been wonderful to work with from day one. Throughout the entire process from showing the home to closing she was there every step of the way with encouragement, information, kindness and patience. She is very professional , knowledgeable and makes herself available . It has been wonderful working with her and having my realtor become a friend. Highly recommend Gloria.

Selling our home was a sweet experience because Gloria Howell and team were there at every turn. She knew who to call when we needed repairs. She knew the perfect photographer. She knew how to calm concerns when the buyers had trouble on their end. She followed strict protocols to protect our interests and guide us through the process. She was in constant contact and provided the friendly support we needed to complete the sale. We not only sold our home for full price, but we gained a dear friend.

I highly recommend Gloria Howell as a real estate agent. Not only is she a spectacular real estate agent, but she is also an amazing person! With her help, I received an offer on my home AT ASKING PRICE in less than 24 hours. Gloria went above and beyond the call of duty which includes addressing a personal sticky situation while trying to list my home. Working with Gloria I gained a life long friend. If I could give her more than five stars, I would— 5 stars plus plus plus!!! **Gloria has 40+ years of experience and holds the CRS (Certified Residential Specialist), held by less than 3% of all Realtors nationwide.**

Speaking from my personal experience Gloria Howell is the best. Gloria is professional, experienced, committed and very caring. She will give you 110% and will continue until you find what you are looking for. I have the highest regard for Gloria and consider her to be one of the best in the real estate field.

After trying for several days to sell our home with little response , we listed with Gloria Howell ( Gate City Realty) and within days we had two interested parties , we did accept an offer and sold our home. So thank you Gloria and Lana for your hard work and professionalism. Couldn’t have done it without you, thanks again, Greg and Leisa.

Gloria went far above what is required to be a top-notch realtor. Her team was terrific from the get-go with the photographer to the final cleaning crew. This was not a basic closing since there were 2 or 3 other homes with contingencies connected to the sale of our home. She gave us almost daily updates when one contingency fell through and worked tirelessly to accomplish all closings on schedule. Best of all though, she is now a friend of mine.

From our first meeting, Gloria treated me as a member of her family for whom she worked tirelessly to 1) find a house, and 2) sell my previous house. She was a stellar success at both: found the perfect house for me in the area I wanted, and sold my previous house in four and a half days at well over the asking price. I am not a numbers person, but Gloria went through the process with me of pricing my house for sale, found excellent craftsmen to complete work for me, answered many questions, and made it possible for me to understand the whole process and make educated decisions. In addition, she is a cheerful, happy person, in whose company you also become cheerful and happy because she treats you not as a business client, but as a beloved relative who has just come home and needs a place to live.

Gloria Howell is just not our favorite realtor but is also our friend. I didn’t know if she would want to list my property in Island Park as it is quite a distance from her office in Pocatello. But I did business with her about 15 years ago and was pleased with her professionalism and ability. When I called, Gloria was friendly, reassuring and eager to list my property. She remembered selling my former home. We arranged to go to her office to do the paperwork. After some discussion we talked about a listing price. Gloria suggested a listing above what I had expected. It was like dealing with an old friend! A few days later, Gloria followed us to the remote location and helped us get the cabin ready to sell. I don’t mean just making suggestions and putting up signs. She actually helped us load the trailer with things we were bringing back home. (She is small, but mighty!). Gloria and her team had our property sold at the asking price in 18 days. What a pro! recommend Gloria and the Howell Real Estate team to anyone who desires a professional and friendly real estate experience They are amazing.

Wonderful group! We’ve known Gloria for a few years and wouldn’t dream of choosing anyone else. 3/23/20

Gloria is the BEST … Always so thorough and kind. We will go nowhere else!! 3/6/20

I like the team’s professionalism, friendliness, experience, honesty, efficiency, and amazing energy! And that is just scratching the surface. 7/15/20

Gloria works and goes like the Energizer Bunny. She is great to work with and pushes for the best deal – found us the ideal home! Wonderful to work with. Happy with Gloria’s whole team – made the transition easy. Thank you! 7/1/20

I knew I would love working with Gloria Howell from our very first conversation. She was caring, professional, ethical, and smart. She educated me on house selling principles and supported me throughout the entire experience. The guidance she gave me resulted in a fabulous end result for both me and the eventual buyer. In the middle of the process, I had to go to another state for an extended period of time due to a family tragedy. Though it was challenging and difficult on so many levels, Gloria just rolled up her sleeves and got to work on my behalf with even more determination. She personally contacted, scheduled, and met contractors at my house for me. She communicated with me regularly and gave me excellent advice, professional guidance, and took care of a myriad of details, large and small. She was an absolute rockstar! Thank you, Gloria, for being an amazing realtor and an awesome person. I could not have had this great outcome without you and your great team! With much love and appreciation, 7/1/20

I chose Gate City Real Estate (Gloria) to list my home based off her reputation as the most qualified real estate expert in Southeast Idaho, with 40+ years of real estate experience and being known for moving even the most difficult of real estate sales. This was the best decision I could have made. Gloria truly achieved the impossible with the sale of my home. Not only did she live up to her remarkable reputation, but she far surpassed it. There were so many complex barriers with this sale including legal, renters, a non-cooperative co-party, a unique layout with three residences in one, and all during the COVID pandemic. I truly never thought I would see the day that a “SOLD” sign would be on my front lawn. What started as a real estate nightmare, turned into such a positive outcome, the ultimate sale of my home at full asking price, and most importantly, the ability to move forward in my life. I can never thank Gloria and the staff at Gate City Real Estate enough for all they have done for me. Gloria tackled every obstacle with ease. She was extremely professional and competent. I felt confident that I was in the best hands possible for this transaction which proved to be true. Not only did Gloria become my trusted realtor, but truly became a confidant and friend. I could not have asked for a better realtor to go on this journey with, she never gave up despite all the challenges we faced. She broached every hurdle with positivity and professionalism. When I wanted to give up, she provided encouragement and made me believe that we could accomplish what felt impossible. I look forward to working with Gloria for all my future real estate needs and will be gladly referring all my friends and family members to her trusted services. 8/27/20

My family appreciates all efforts put forth by Gloria & Camile. Camile sold our property for the full asking price. The were a lot of hurdles these two had to jump over in order to get the final closing finished. The Howell Real Estate Team is a team I would recommend to everyone. Thanks for everything Gloria & Camile! 6/15/20

Experience and Integrity: These are the two words I would use that I think best describe what Gloria brought to the table. First, Gloria has been in this business in the Pocatello area for many years. It’s unlikely a person could find anyone more than Gloria in what it takes to get a house ready to sell and pricing it correctly. While my experience was having her sell a house for me, I believe her experience would also be beneficial for someone wanting to buy a house. Sometimes when selling a house there are problems that come to light that need to be fixed to close the deal, this was the case for my house. Gloria has many contacts in the construction trades and was able to get someone to quickly fix the problems so the sale could proceed. Some people claim to have integrity, I witnessed Gloria’s integrity. Gloria treats her clients as friends, and even after you are done with the deal she might on occasion give you a call or drop you a note letting you know she is thinking about you. I received a nice little magnetic calendar from her about a week ago, and a phone call the other day to chat about a few topics in our personal lives, even though our house sold 3 months ago.

Recently my husband and I had the opportunity to purchase our forever home with The Howell Real Estate Team at Gate City Real Estate. This was an out of state relocation and we had comfort and peace throughout the entire process. Nothing is big or small for this professional team. Gloria even personally helped us get the details for our girls to enroll in school. The ol’ saying goes, “There is no I in TEAM!” That is true for the Howell Real Estate Team. 8/18/20

Gloria has been a joy to work with. Her professionalism and personality made a difficult transition much easier. I would recommend her to anyone needing someone who pays attention to detail and cares about her clients with a sincerity unmatched!

Dear Gloria,   Karen and I would like to take this time to thank you for assisting us in our most recent sales transaction related to our homes. As usual, you did another wonderful job, taking us under your wing, from the listing of our home, all the way to the closing transaction. I am now reminded this transaction makes our fourth, consecutive, real estate transaction, which you have handled with us since we first met.   Once again, you’ve performed a great job in every aspect of the transaction, from staying on top of all communications with everyone involved, and for offering very valuable advice, and much needed personal knowledge from your years of real estate experience. We firmly believe there is nothing better than your wonderful service. Thank you again, for another job well done. 5/4/20

Experienced and Professional Excellence   I had the pleasure of working with Gloria in purchasing my home a little over a decade ago and again in selling the home just recently.  Gloria not only explained every step of the process with clarity and transparency but also recommended reliable services to aid in the process.  I really feel like I received a mini master class in selling my home the “Gloria Howell” way and learned so much in the process that I will be able to use in purchasing and selling future properties.   Prior to selling my home, Gloria met with me to explain how to prep the home, how much to list it for based on prior and current home sales, square footage analysis, and what to include in the listing based on the unique selling features of the home.  Gloria involved me every step of the way and asked if I agreed, had other recommendations, etc.  Gloria also hired a professional photographer (Steve Van Vliet) to photograph my home for the MLS listing.  In addition to taking exceptional photos of my home, the photographer also took drone shots of my home and neighborhood, which I think really helped to sell my home quickly (because they were so good).  In addition, Gloria recommended and supported reliable local businesses (key purchase, contractor services, appliance repair, etc.) to help finalize the sale of my home.   I was continually amazed and pleased with Gloria’s expertise, professionalism, and kindness during the entire process which took way less than I anticipated.  We listed the home on a Thursday and by Saturday evening (yes, two days later), I was signing a contract (for more than the listing price).   I would highly recommend Gloria for purchasing or selling your home….she really took care of me and made the process smooth sailing (in the midst of a pandemic). 5/5/20

Gloria and her team are very thorough. Gloria goes above and beyond her duties as a realtor. We’ve had the privilege of working with Gloria, both buying and selling our homes. She’s like working with family, always looking out for your best interests! We cannot say enough about Gloria and her team. We love you Gloria!!! 10/19/20

We had a delightful experience with Gloria’s team. We were told by former customers that Gloria would get our house sold, and she did. She’sknowledgeable, pleasant to work with, and most importantly, kept us informed. I highly recommend the Howell Real Estate Team. We were also treated graciously by all members of the team. 11/5/20

We enjoyed working with Camile Thomsen. She went above and beyond to accommodate our schedules and needs. She was a wonderful advocate for us in a very competitive real estate market and ensured we had an opening to make a reasonable offer. Thanks for all your help in helping us find our perfect home 9/30/20

Gloria helped me get the perfect price range for the house to sell quickly. Very helpful and took care of all my questions & concerns. She is a lovely lady and I am thankful she was here for me. I’m very blessed!

Organized And On Top Of Things! This was our first time buying a home and I was so worried. I had NO reason to be! Gloria and her team made us feel so at ease and they were so organized and on top of things! We literally didn’t have to stress or worry about anything. The tools that Gloria has created taught us so much about buying a home. We loved working with the Howell Team and will be coming back as well as recommending them to anyone and everyone!

Our Prayers Were Answered! The Howell Team at Gate City Real Estate: helpful, kind, and patient! All the staff are great! We LOVE Gloria – our prayers were answered!

Had Our Best Interests At Heart Gloria and her team are dedicated professionals who truly care about their clients and are always willing to “go the extra mile.” They made this time in our lives a smooth transition, and we always knew Gloria had our best interests at heart. She sold our home in a very short time and worked with our realtor in Boise when we were ready to buy a home. Our Boise realtor let us know how impressed she was with Gloria’s attentiveness, professionalism, knowledge and attention to detail. Gloria is not only the BEST realtor we would have chosen, but also a dear friend.

Gained A Family Friend We had a time frame to sell our house and Gloria did everything in her power to ensure we not only sold our house before we moved, but also made sure we had the best price possible. Working with Gloria was educational, and she helped ease the stress of selling a home. Best of all, working with Gloria was more than an agent/client relationship: we gained a family friend!

A Straight Shooter Gloria Howell and staff have been a professional and reliable support team throughout our home-buying process. Gloria is a “straight shooter” who has excellent insight and foresight. Her years of experience in real estate provide the necessary tools for a successful and enjoyable experience. Thank you!

Amazing To Work With Gloria has been amazing to work with and kept us in the loop throughout the entire process of selling our home. She kept our best interests in mind during a process that otherwise would have been very stressful. I would recommend the Gloria Howell Team to anyone looking to buy or sell a home.

Decades Of Experience My wife and I could not have been more pleased with the exceptional level of professionalism offered by the Gloria Howell Team. Gloria is extremely organized, considerate of others’ time, and always polite and personable. Gloria maximizes the knowledge she has gained from her decades of experience. From our first meeting, Gloria was very straightforward and developed a very honest dialogue with us about market conditions and helped us arrive at an asking price for our home that was competitive, but realistic to the economics of the current market. In the end, we could not have been happier with the final transaction. Thank you, Gloria Howell Team! We are truly grateful for all that you have done for us. Any home seller or buyer out there would be so fortunate to have the opportunity to work with you.

A Special Super Star! Amid the field of stellar real estate agents shines a special Super Star. “Glo-ing” bright, The Gloria Howell Team provides both Buyers and Sellers with a constellation across a spectrum of services and performance.

Most Important – FRIEND A few words for Gloria and her team: Professional. Honest. Patient. Tireless. Helpful. And most important – FRIEND. Our home sold in just a couple of days!

Care, Respect, And Heartfelt Devotion Buying a house can be terrifying, especially if you’re going at it alone. When I met Gloria Howell, I knew I had found someone I could put my trust in. Gloria was continually going above and beyond her duties as a realtor. She offered insight into homes that would be appropriate for me and my family, pointing out things I had never thought of when considering a home, and even placed herself as a “mama bear” when others seemed to be dragging their feet. Gloria started out as our realtor and ended up as our dear friend. I would send any of my friends and family to Gloria without hesitation, because I know they would be treated just as I was: with care, respect, and heartfelt devotion.

An Enjoyable Experience This has been such an enjoyable experience. I’m sure, in the process of selling a house, not many people can say that. Gloria took care of every need and went above and beyond to make this process as easy as possible. I would recommend Gloria to everyone who needs to buy or sell a house.

So Grateful Gloria went the extra mile for us. At every turn she helped, counseled, and guided us. We are so grateful for the work her team provided on our behalf.

There Every Step Of The Way Gloria was wonderful to work with! She was there for us every step of the way. We especially appreciated her responsiveness to calls, emails, and any issue that came up. She was always available and happy to talk with us. I highly recommend Gloria to anyone looking for a great realtor!

Supportive, Encouraging, And Patient I asked several friends if they had any recommendations on a good real estate agent. Several spoke highly of Gloria and I am so glad she took me on as a client. She took me step by step through the process of selling my house. Gloria was very supportive, encouraging, and patient with me, so I was not overwhelmed by the experience. I was impressed with her truthfulness and her belief in doing the thing in any situation. Her experience in the housing market made it possible to get my house listed and sold quickly at a great price. She is not only my agent but has become a great friend. I highly recommend Gloria and her team to anyone needing a realtor.

Knowledgeable, Honest and Up-Front I found Gloria to be knowledgeable, honest, and up-front about all issues involved in the whole process of selling my home, as well as being a delightful person to be around. Everything was explained clearly, and phone calls were answered promptly. Her office assistant was always prompt and efficient in dealing with the paperwork. I was very happy with all the aspects of getting my house sold and would recommend Gloria Howell without reservation.

Goes Above And Beyond What I liked most about working with the Howell Real Estate Team at Gate City Real Estate was working with Gloria Howell! I became acquainted with Gloria Howell and her team years ago when she sold my first home. Personally, she is a wonderful, caring friend. Professionally, she is hard-working, goes above and beyond in all her efforts to fulfill her clients’ interests, and knows the answers to every question or where to find them. She is so easy to work with, never pushy, always has a positive attitude, and is an outstanding representation of Pocatello and the real estate profession. I would highly recommend Gloria and her team to anyone buying or selling in our area. – Marianne H.

Our Mama Bear! My husband and I were new to Pocatello and tired of renting. We did not know the area well, but Gloria was the best to work with. We were first-time home buyers and had no idea on how to go about buying a home. Gloria answered all our questions and was so helpful. She was our mama bear and we could not have done it without her. If we ever need another home in this area, we will be sure to call Gloria and her team at Gate City Real Estate again. Thank you, Gloria, and we love our new home!!!

A Breath Of Fresh Air Having dealt with several realtors in the past, I found Gloria’s approach to selling real estate a breath of fresh air. She is knowledgeable, honest, and most importantly, realistic. She has many resources and a vast knowledge of markets in the area. I would use her again if need be.

Like Family Gloria is the best real estate agent, hands down! We have used Gloria for two purchases and one sale now and could not be happier. Gloria is very meticulous and treats us like family. We plan on using Gloria for all our future real estate needs because she has done so well for us in the past.

Trusted, True Professional Over the years my family and I have worked with Gloria and her team, buying and selling homes. Trusted, a true professional, patient, considerate, compassionate, forthright, and informative, are just some of the ways I would describe Gloria and her team. For this and so much more I consider Gloria family, and would recommend her highly.

Always Performs In A Competent And Professional Manner To future home buyers and sellers: for many years we have considered Gloria Howell as our “go-to” agent for the purchase and sale of property in the Pocatello area, which in our case includes several houses and land. Gloria is knowledgeable, patient, straightforward, and always performs in a competent and professional manner. She and her staff are directly involved from listing to close, providing guidance for all aspects of a home purchase or sale. Gloria has been, by far, the best real estate agent that we have worked with and we would highly recommend her to anyone looking for a real estate agent.

There Was Only One Realtor We Trusted 2017 was a life-changing experience for us. Our goal was to sell our home of 33 years and downsize to a smaller place by our 50th wedding anniversary. There was only one realtor we trusted to help and guide us through a difficult and complex process, and that was Gloria Howell and her team at Gate City Real Estate. Our beautiful home went on the market on May 8th and sold immediately. The day of our 50th wedding anniversary we found our NEW home, and Gloria’s decades of experience was of great benefit to us. She is well-acquainted with moving companies, trades people, contractors, etc., that gave us the chance to line up all the work needed to renovate our new home on time. Without Gloria, we would not have been able t enjoy a White Christmas in our new home. Thank you, Gloria!

Best in The Business Gloria is the best in the business! Thank you! Thank you!

Highly Recommended! Gloria and her team made our home-selling journey a breeze! There were quick, knowledgeable, and easy to work with. Highly recommended!

Went The Extra Mile To be honest, there isn’t anything that we didn’t love about working with you! We really felt like you cared about us and our situation. We knew with all our hearts that you worked tirelessly and went the extra mile in every way to get our home sold. We owe you, again and again, for your dedication to us! We love you all!

A Tremendous Help In Time Of Need Gloria Howell was such a tremendous help in selling my home. She realized how hard it was for me to sell my home, but did a wonderful job helping me through my time of need. I had lived there for 47 years (and my parents before me). My late husband also enjoyed the home until he passed away. Thank you, Gloria.

Friendliness And Competence We really appreciate the friendliness and competence of the Howell Real Estate Team. Our house was sold quickly with no problems, AND at our asking price. Thank you, Gloria!

She Really Came Through For Me Gloria and her team are very professional and courteous. Gloria has a “let’s get’r done” attitude and she really came through for me. I didn’t get the opportunity to work very long with the Howell Team as my house sold IN ONE DAY! I would highly recommend the Gloria Howell Team and hope to have the opportunity to work with them again. – Gerry C.

Amazing Energy, Service, & Precision Selling a home can be a confusing and complex experience nowadays. Gloria had amazing energy, service, and precision during our entire selling process. We felt comfortable asking Gloria any question and she had such a great sense of humor when we needed a laugh. We highly recommend Gloria and her team!

More Than Just A Customer We really appreciated working with Gloria Howell. We felt that she worked with us to establish the best price for our home, while balancing market realities. She was professional, courteous, kind, and available to us when we needed her to be. She was careful to give us options but left the decision-making process in our hands. A small detail that meant so much – she remembered the names of our children and pets. We felt like we mattered – that we were more than a customer. We highly recommend Gloria Howell and her team!

A Real Professional Gloria is simply the best! She and her team hold that distinction. Gloria is a real professional – thorough, punctual, kind, generous, calm and compassionate. On top of all those fine qualities, Gloria is a true representative and advocate of her clients. She is our friend and we value her greatly!

Very Warm, Wonderful Welcome Coming from out-of-state with very short notice and a very short timeframe, we appreciated the superb communication and attention we received. We were made to feel like family from day one. We were also given excellent references for all the things we needed for our new home. Thank you for the very warm, wonderful welcome to Idaho.

The Best Realtor We Have Used Over our lifetime, my wife and I have bought and sold nine properties. Gloria, by far, has been the best realtor we have used. No one has been prepared as she – friendly, vivacious, and such a hard worker. She always returns your call in a timely manner, and really prepares the seller well! If I cannot have Gloria as a realtor, I’m not selling! She is the greatest! Absolutely!!

Fun And Exciting! Working with the Gloria Howell Team at Gate City Real Estate was like working with family, only better! Thank you for making the experience of buying my first home fun and exciting!

You Demonstrate A Kindness And Care Gloria, you and your amazing team should be proud of the work you do for your clients. You demonstrate a kindness and care for them that doesn’t stop when the sale is made. I appreciate that. Thank you again for making the sale of my mother’s house a smooth and quick transaction, and for treating my mom with such kindness and love.

Genuinely Cares For Clients We want to thank you for your professional, caring approach to buying and selling real estate in Pocatello. It is obvious that you put your clients first and work extremely hard to ensure their satisfaction. It is rare when doing business, that you find someone who genuinely cares for their clients as though they were family. We cannot recommend you enough to others!

Couldn’t Be Happier! As a first-time home buyer, I was nervous. I was unsure at how the process of buying a home would be. Gloria and her team put all my worries to rest and helped me every step of the way. I love my new home and I couldn’t be happier!

Motivation, Experience, And Guidance The Gloria Howell Team was fantastic! Gloria and her team worked one-on-one with me through the whole process of selling my home. No matter what the situation was, they were diligent in making sure everything was done in a timely manner. With Gloria’s motivation, experience, and guidance, she made my home-selling experience effortless!

A Part Of Her Family Gloria was so professional and courteous. She helped us through the process of selling our home flawlessly! She made us feel like a part of her family and that was very sweet. Gloria, we would recommend you to anyone! You were amazing! Thanks again for all you do!

Attention To Detail I love Gloria’s attention to detail. She takes great care in all she does, has a great personality, and is thoughtful during the whole process. That is why we continue to go through Gloria for all our real estate needs.

Readily Available Gloria and her team were readily available when we needed them! They took the time as a group to learn about our family so we could find our dream home. We couldn’t be happier with how smooth the process was and how each of them cared about us and knew when we needed a pep talk! Thank you all!