Ali and her team helped me sell a house for an older family member. I had been referred to another…read morerealtor, but decided to go with Ali because of her stellar reviews and I'm so glad I did! While selling a house is a stressful process, selling it from another town is even more stressful, but Ali and Lauren made the process smooth and easy. A lot of the reviews for Ali & her team are from home buyers so I wanted to share my experience as a home seller with Ali. She took the lead in a way that was incredibly supportive for an out of town seller, gave guidance and supporting data on how to price the home, and was integral in getting the house to present in the best light. She and her team are great communicators, always answered all questions quickly and were really kind and professional throughout the entire process. If you're looking for a trusted hard working realtor who gets the job done with a smile, Ali and her team are for you!

Ali Evans We are so pleased that family members recommended…read moreAli to us based on their very positive home-buying experience with her. We knew it would be challenging to find a home in Santa Barbara given our priorities and constraints, especially while living 300 miles away. However, Ali met that challenge superbly. She quickly understood what was most important to us, patiently helped familiarize us with the local market, kept us aware of new listings, and was very responsive to our many questions and requests. Given Santa Barbara home prices, once we had a house under contract, it was very important to us to have that carefully inspected. We were very pleased with the thoroughness and professionalism of all the various inspectors Ali recommended and scheduled. Even after closing on our new home, Ali has been providing advice and assistance to help us get settled into our home and community.

Daniel and his team are one of our favorite referral partners in the Santa Barbara area. Anytime we…read moreh ave San Diego clients relocating to that area, he's at the top of our list to refer them to. His team is very tech savvy while still delivering the personal touch needed when our clients are buying multi-million dollar properties. If you're looking for a solid agent in the area, you need to speak to Daniel!

Daniel and his team are amazing marketers, and care deeply about doing what is right for their…read moreclients. I highly recommend.

We had an outstanding experience working with Jessie Sessions as our realtor. She helped us find…read morethe perfect home. From the very beginning, she truly had our best interests at heart and represented us thoughtfully and professionally throughout the entire transaction. Jessie's knowledge of Santa Barbara neighborhoods is exceptional, and she guided us with confidence and clarity as we searched for the right home. She also connected us with top-notch inspectors and trusted professionals, helping us feel confident that the home we chose was solid and well vetted. Since we're new to town, it's been especially helpful that she continues to share great local referrals even after closing. What really sets Jessie apart is her genuine care. After we moved in, she even checked on us during a large storm to make sure the house was doing okay--something you don't often see once a transaction is complete. Jessie is smart, personable, and incredibly easy to work with. There was never any pressure--just steady guidance, honest insight, and a sincere desire to help us make the best decision for our family. As a professional home stager who works with many real estate agents, I don't say this lightly: Jessie is truly top of the heap. We feel very lucky to have had her on our side and would recommend her without hesitation.

My wife and I recently purchased a home in Summerland with Jessie's help. The move was quite the…read moreendeavor as we were moving from the east coast, and we had limited opportunities to house hunt in person. I was impressed right away with how Jessie took the time to get to know us and our style so we could make the best of our trip(s) to see homes. Buying a home in a city you don't know can be daunting. Jessie clearly knows Santa Barbara block-by-block, and her guidance helped us find the home we always dreamed of. We were very happy with her during the escrow/closing period as well. She had a list of inspectors and contractors we were very happy to work with. On top of all of this, Jessie is a delight to do business with. If you are looking to buy or sell in Santa Barbara, I would highly recommend you go with her.

As the owner of a local home inspection company with over 20 years serving the Santa Barbara…read morecommunity, I've had the opportunity to work with Kyle Richardson and The Richardson Team on hundreds of real estate transactions over the years, and they are among the most knowledgeable and professional real estate teams in Santa Barbara. One of the things that stands out most is the generational depth of experience behind their work. Their understanding of the Santa Barbara market comes from decades of professional stewardship serving local real estate clients, and that depth of knowledge shows in the high-caliber guidance and strategy they bring to each transaction. I've been involved in many of their transactions over the years and have seen firsthand how much they prioritize transparency and truly advocate for their clients. They take the time to ensure buyers and sellers fully understand the condition of a property and the decisions they are making along the way, always advocating for their clients' best interests at every step. The Richardson Team represents the very best of professionalism in our local real estate community. I'm always glad when we have the opportunity to work together and would confidently recommend them to anyone buying or selling a home in Santa Barbara. -- Shelby Hendrix HouseMaster Home Inspections

Kyle and Mike are fantastic! They masterfully handled a complex sale involving four sellers and…read moremultiple offers. Super responsive, highly creative with their strategies, and a total pleasure to work with. I highly recommend them and would definitely use them again in the future.

David and his team are amazing! This is the second time that I've had the privilege to work with…read morehim. David is incredibly professional and goes the extra mile in every step of the real estate process. We worked with him to purchase a new home and sell our old house in SB. David is also very well connected in SB, and this really helps in a town that values local connections so much. I would highly recommend David and his team and will work with him again if there ever is a "next time".

I can't say enough good things about David Kim and his group. Selling a home can be overwhelming,…read morebut they made the entire process smooth, professional, and stress-free. From the start, they went above and beyond, coordinating staging, cleaning, and even last-minute touch-ups to make sure everything went smooth. His knowledge of the Santa Barbara market was clear from day one. Communication was always prompt and clear, and I always felt like I was in the loop from not only David but from everyone on his team (Devon & Sofia). If you're looking to sell in Santa Barbara, this is the agent you want in your corner. Thanks again!

Kendrick Guehr has consistently proven himself one of the most professional, attentive, and…read moredetail-oriented real estate agents I've had the pleasure to work with over the years. As a home inspector and owner of the largest home inspection company in Santa Barbara, I am involved in a high volume of real estate transactions, and the quality of the agent makes a noticeable difference in how smoothly a deal moves from listing to closing. Kendrick is exceptionally proactive and thorough. He consistently reviews inspection reports, anticipates potential issues early, and works closely with all parties to ensure nothing is overlooked. From coordinating access and timelines to following up on documentation and details, he stays ahead of the issues that commonly delay real estate transactions. What truly sets Kendrick apart is his team of trusted contractors and handymen. When repairs or improvements are needed, Kendrick is able to mobilize his team at rocket speed, getting work completed efficiently and correctly, often faster than I've seen any other agent accomplish. This level of responsiveness and execution is rare and makes a significant difference in keeping escrows on track. Having worked with countless real estate agents throughout my career, Kendrick Guehr is someone I trust and highly recommend to anyone buying or selling real estate in Santa Barbara, Montecito, Goleta or Hope Ranch. His professionalism, organization, and ability to get things done quickly truly set him apart in the local real estate market.

Kendrick was patient, responsive and professional. He is very perceptive and quickly picked up on…read morewhat we were looking for in a property. This was the smoothest real estate transaction that we have ever experienced. Kendrick has a great sense of humor. We had fun! Without hesitation we highly recommend Kendrick. Linda and John

We would never have found our dream home without Dusty (and Jon, of course!). We bought the…read moreperfect house and we were lucky as it was off-market. It was wonderful experience to be able to trust them 100%. We needed a lot of guidance through the process, and really felt that we were in great hands. Dusty was extremely knowledgeable about all the vendors and contractors that we needed, he was such a tremendous help. We always felt that he took his time with us and listened, he is a very genuine person and we always felt that he truly cared. Even after we closed, Dusty and Jon helped follow up with even more assistance navigating SB and making our new house into a great home. If you are looking for the best realtor ever . . . look no further, Dusty is fantastic!

Dusty is a real professional. He knows Santa Barbara and Montecito extremely well- and also knows…read morethe numbers underpinning real estate. He's not a throw stuff against the wall and see what sticks, he's methodical, patient, smart and intelligent. He's forthright and judicious. He has a lot of connections and references for the services you'll need and his after sale service is outstanding. FWIW, we've bought and sold over 10 houses in our lifetime, Dusty is number one.

Thank you Paige Kaye for your exceptional job in selling our Farm House property in the Santa Ynez…read moreValley. After working with 2 realtors that couldn't get the job done, I am so grateful we found Paige. Immediately, from the get-go she formulated a selling strategy specific for our property that made sense. She gave me a punch-list of suggestions that were itemized in importance for us to consider and her marketing plan was executed perfectly. Before we knew it we had a multiple offer situation right out of the gate. Most realtors will just plug your home on the MLS and just pray something happens. Trust me, that's not how you sell a home. You need a plan, a strategy and professional working for you. Paige worked very hard, from helping me prep the property for sale to keeping me informed daily on the progress of the open houses, buyer interest, offers, negotiations, contracts, etc.... Since we had multiple offers, which is what you want, we also needed professional guidance as well and she delivered all along the way. It can be challenging once in a contract with a buyer/seller/agent but Paige made us feel at ease with her confidence and expertise. I highly recommend Paige Kaye for your real estate needs.

Paige was so personable and helpful. She made my experience browsing homes a great experience. I…read morejust wanted to take a moment to thank her. I would definitely recommend her to friends and family.

Just tried to call two times to ask a couple of questions about a house that was posted to look…read morelike a rental. I really don't know anything about their company so I said I was just looking to get more pictures of the house and ask some questions about their process. Two times I was hung up on. Like others said, this is probably a scam, and not true rental property that they control. They also don't score well at the BBB (Better Business Bureau) so I wouldn't give them my personal info or credit card numbers. Won't see ya there.

This company has outrageous customer service and grossly misleads the consumer. I feel completely…read morescammed. I contacted the company when I became interested in a home they advertised on Trulia.com. They informed me that the only way to view the home (and similar homes in my area) was to join their membership based website which would provide me with the contact information of the sellers of many more homes in my area that fit my needs. I stupidly believe them. Once I paid the $40 membership fee, I was presented with a list of viable homes in my area. The only contact information available for these homes was to the banks which owned the property. After contacting the bank of over 10 properties, I learned that, not only was I unable to contact the sellers (as advertised) but the properties were not even available for sale or rent. When I contacted the company about the discrepancy, they person who sold me the membership (Isaac) became rude and indignant. I was told that the only way to receive a refund would be to submit a written request via mail, and that they probably would not refund my payment. I am stunned by the actions of this company and feel much less trusting of the real estate industry because of them.

David was invaluable in helping us sell our house. He managed inspections, repairs, and all the…read morenecessary steps to get the house ready for sale. He also has a great knowledge of the specifics of real estate in the Santa Barbara area which helped us understand how to correctly price our home for sale.

When I moved to Santa Barbara nine years ago, I didn't know a soul. My Palo Alto real estate agent…read moreput me in touch with David Magid of Village Properties. David helped me to discover the benefits of various Santa Barbara neighborhoods (proximity to the beaches, walkability to downtown restaurants and shopping). When I mentioned my desire to plant a tropical garden, David showed me a house with a spectacular front yard tree, and a backyard large enough to grow my own "mini-Lotusland". Thank you, David, for being an extraordinarily GREAT listener, and for finding me a GREAT house in a beautiful location - with wonderful neighbors to boot! Aloha!