Linda Simpson at Mendo Realty was very knowledgeable and super friendly to work with. She handles…read morerental units on a very professional level. The real estate industry needs more folks like Linda. So polite and kind!! Detailed and dedicated to her tasks. Highly recommend you call her if interested in buying or renting soon. She will take excellent care of you. Shawn & Angie Pulliam July 20, 2017

After interviewing several real estate agents, we chose Linda and Dale Simpson because they…read morelistened to our concerns, appreciated the craftsmanship of our home and presented marketing information, with comparable sales information, which was very helpful in justifying and determining the listing price we decided upon. We listed in May and they brought us a full price, cash offer in late June! We closed in August of this year. Although Dale and Linda were both the seller's and buyer's agents we were very happy with the way they represented our interests and with the way they guided both sides through the escrow procWe could not have been more pleased with their professionalism and kindness!

On a scale of 5 stars, my husband & I give Rio 10 stars. After spending years looking to find our…read morehome, Rio patiently helped us every step of the way. As a local, he is very familiar with all neighborhoods along the coast. Most importantly for us, his financial advice was 100% spot on in every situation that we negotiated. He is honest and has integrity, a sentiment echoed among other local professionals contacted while setting up our new home. Our lender complimented Rio profusely several times during closing, stating that Rio had offered us the best service he had seen in his career. Rio truly went above and beyond to make our dream come true.

From the owner: I'm a long-time resident of Mendocino County and the Coast. After graduating from high school, I…read moremoved away to attend college and explore life beyond Mendocino. I earned my Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy before attending law school, where I received my Juris Doctor in 2013. Throughout all my travels though, I have always returned to the Mendocino Coast and am grateful to call it my lifelong home. The Coast has been my base of operations and foundation. I have a deep appreciation and understanding of Mendocino County and an extensive network of local friends and professional contacts, all of which give me a unique ability to serve my clients. I pride myself on my ability to listen to my clients, fully understand their needs, and always put them first. My top priority is to ethically represent you as we navigate the complexities of the real estate market.

Our experience with Mackenzie at Mendo Sotheby's International Realty was deeply disappointing and…read morerevealed serious ethical failures, conflicts of interest, and a refusal to take accountability. If you are considering working with her, think twice. 1. Recommending a Home Inspector with a Clear Conflict of Interest Mackenzie recommended home inspector Jim Deering without disclosing that Deering's wife worked for the same company as the listing agent. This is a blatant conflict of interest and a serious breach of fiduciary duty. Instead of warning us, she actively guided us toward an inspector who was anything but neutral. 2. A Conflict of Interest, a Grossly Inaccurate Inspection, and a Cover-Up Mackenzie recommended Deering as our home inspector, despite his clear conflict of interest. Deering then conducted a negligent inspection that completely failed to identify at least 12 discrete roof leaks--an issue that multiple professional contractors later confirmed had existed for years. When we informed Mackenzie that we intended to file a claim against Deering for his substandard work, she then collaborated with him behind our backs, improperly forwarding our termite report without our consent and allowing Deering to create an inspection report he had no right to provide. Instead of acting in our best interest as fiduciary duty requires, she chose to align herself with the inspector she recommended rather than the clients she was supposed to represent. 3. When We Asked for Transparency, She and Sotheby's Refused When we requested copies of emails between Mackenzie and Deering--communications that could clarify the extent of their collaboration--Sotheby's flatly refused to provide them. Rather than correcting her mistake and being honest, Mackenzie and her brokerage chose to withhold information from us, even though it directly impacts our insurance claim. Wrongdoing was not in question - Sothebys and Mackenzie openly acknowledged their wrongdoing. Still, they chose to work against us. 4. Instead of Doing the Right Thing, She Chose to Conceal the Facts/Truth Rather than taking responsibility and being forthcoming, Mackenzie--and Mendo Sotheby's--worked harder to cover up their mistakes than to correct them. Where there is smoke, there is fire. The fact that they refuse to release something as simple as emails between her and Deering makes it clear that there is something to hide. 5. Warning to Future Buyers & Sellers If you are thinking about working with Mackenzie, ask yourself: Do you want an agent who looks out for you--or for themselves? Based on our experience, working with her comes with serious risks: * She may recommend service providers without disclosing conflicts of interest. * She collaborated with a home inspector who overlooked major defects in the home. * She has already admitted to violating fiduciary duties. * She and her brokerage may withhold critical information from you, even when their actions harm you. We are filing formal complaints with the California Department of Real Estate (DRE), the National Association of Realtors (NAR), and the California Association of Realtors (CAR) to ensure her handling of our transaction is investigated. A real estate agent should work for you--not against you. We strongly advise against working with Mackenzie if you want an honest, ethical, and transparent real estate experience.

It's so easy to point out the shysters and tell of my bad experiences…read more On a positive note Greg Burke from Mendo/ Sotheby's Realty is one of the good guys. Greg's endless patients along with his expertise allowed me to go through my process of purchasing my retirement income properties. Greg never pushed me and seemed to put my wellbeing first. I found Greg Burke to be honest, hardworking, professional and a great negotiator! I couldn't be happier with the properties that I purchased and how the transactions were handled. Now that it is time for me to size down and sell my personal home Greg is an easy choice for my listing agent. Vicki Norris

Choosing a professional, reliable realtor in Mendocino is actually quite easy. Pamela Hudson Real…read moreEstate is the first and last phone call to make. It was a pleasure to deal with Pamela and her assistant, Trevor Kuchar. Pamela clearly outlines all the business aspects of the transaction. She closely watches every detail. Pamela has a solid knowledge of Mendocino County taxes and regulations. She has an eye for design to appeal to a buyer. Pamela's assistant, Trevor, is capable, knowledgeable and always willing to help. There was no question in our minds whom we would choose to represent us in the sale of our home. Christy and Pete R

Pam helped us find our dream home! Her knowledge of the area is unmatched and she and her team…read morewere always there to answer every question we had. She was very professional while also being easy to talk with. Pam responded quickly when we had questions about the property or process, and made herself available to us on our schedule. She made sure we had all the information we needed to make an informed decision. We always felt calm and confident with such a big decision and never felt pressured. She and her team were instrumental in getting us over the finish line. We highly recommend working with Pam!

I cannot recommend Kimberly highly enough! As a long-distance buyer relocating from Boston to Santa…read moreRosa, I needed a realtor who could handle all the challenging homebuying logistics in California--and Kimberly exceeded every expectation. During my initial weekend visit, she quickly understood my preferences and helped me narrow down my search. When a promising property came on the market after I returned to Boston, she provided such a thorough video tour that I felt like I was walking through it myself. Her responsiveness, knowledge, and genuine care made what could have been a stressful process remarkably smooth. Kimberly truly went above and beyond at every turn. She coordinated inspections, arranged for deep cleaning before my move-in, signed for my new bed delivery and setup, and even agreed to receive my car delivery over the Christmas holidays. As a newcomer to California, I was overwhelmed with logistics, but she guided me through everything from acquiring insurance in a fire-risk area to understanding the nuances of Oakmont Village's different sub-HOA requirements. She connected me with reliable inspectors, contractors/handymen, and service providers, drawing on her extensive network and experience flipping homes with her husband. Whether answering questions herself or quickly connecting me with the right expert, her follow-through was impeccable. If you're buying a home--especially from out of state--Kimberly is the best!

Kim and her team were amazing during the entire home buying process. They were patient, responsive…read moreand easy to work with.

this woman is definitely committed to our community. she takes the time…read moreto share important notices within our city.

I was selling a property and Ms. Deering represented the buyer After the buyer agreed upon a…read moreprice, having inspected the property and its condition, Ms. Deering brought her husband to do an inspection--why, when the buyer had already agreed on a price as is per their inspection--and he recommended a decrease in the sale price based on observations he made that had already been observed by the buyer.Incredibly unprofessional behavior from Ms. Deering I would not trust her for a moment.

Lauren was so helpful in helping us purchase a home for the first time! As first time buyers, the…read moreprocess was daunting and completely foreign to us, but Lauren explained everything with clarity and patience, and provided us with all the tools and resources we needed to be successful. In this market you have to be nimble, and Lauren was incredibly responsive and available when we needed her. It was so reassuring to work with such a dedicated agent. What was really helpful was how well Lauren understood the market and her help with valuing listings. When it came time to submit an offer, she was so engaged and active in the negotiation and helped us get into contract on the first offer!

Lauren Neuschel handled the purchase of my Potrero Hill condo and she was excellent. A problem came…read moreup mid-transaction that could have delayed the closing but she worked to get it resolved and we stayed on schedule. The details were handled before I asked. She answered fast, provided candor, and didn't sugarcoat things. I would work with her again

After years of moving, renovations, and homeownership upheaval, Deirdre Lamb made our dream forever…read morehome possible. She understood our needs, concerns, and values, and worked hard.. (I mean, hustled!) to get the deal done, and to our satisfaction. Deirdre has boundless energy and a wellspring of local knowledge. She worked much harder and showed WAY more motivation and care than we experienced in the Bay Area housing market. When we closed she sent us off/settled us in with warmth, good cheer, and a lovely and tasteful gift. Deirdre keeps in touch, remains responsive and helpful, and continues to be our valued go-to when we have logistical or community questions. We highly recommend Deirdre Lamb and Mendocino Realty Company.

After my retirement my wife and I started traveling and thinking about where else we might live to…read moreget away from the brutal Minnesota winters and steamy bug ridden summers. We had been to Mendocino on two previous occasions and in mid 2018 were there for a month. Mendocino has many of the features of our Minnesota home, with better weather. On a whim we stopped in to Deirdre Lamb's office on Ukiah Street. Deidre listened to our requirements very carefully and came up with several possibilities. She was extremely friendly and helpful, driving us around to likely prospects and showing us relevant local facilities. All of the properties she showed us were aligned with our needs as we had expressed them to her. A little to our surprise we found a property we wanted to buy. Deidre handled our negotiations well, even going so far as to write a letter to the previous owners telling them how our interests and desire to care for the property aligned with theirs. Once a price was settled she was instrumental in setting us up with an excellent mortgage broker who took us through the loan process. She continued to follow up with us regularly after we returned to Minnesota and also once we had completed our closing and moved in. I would strongly recommend her services for anyone looking to buy a home in Mendocino, Fort Bragg, or the surrounding areas.

Absolutely terrible experience. Have been in real estate for many years, dealt with many agents, I…read moremade the mistake of hiring Jeff Ortman. It was negative from the start. Jeff didn't like the fact that our caretaker didn't speak english which was bizarre. He does speak english, and Spanish. He became irate because the housekeeper wasn't finished in time for his photos. He was verbally abusive...I should have fired him immediately. I made the mistake of giving him 3 more months. He didn't attend the few showings we had on the property (he made a point of saying it wasnt in our agreement and he didn't have to)and after another agent pointed out that he mapped our property improperly on MLS (showing it across the highway instead of on the ocean!) he neglected to update the mapping and left as is. We literally had another agent tell us this, and point out he obviously doesn't care. It gets much worse...we fired him almost a month ago yet he refuses to remove our home from MLS. He sent us an invoice for his time demanding that we pay him or he refuses to remove the home from MLS. I contacted the broker Cindy Kennedy, left her a message without even a returned call. All of this is a testament to horrible ethics, can you how they would handle a negotiation if they ever found a buyer...I have been at this for 20 years and bought and sold many houses. Don't even think about hiring these people. I didn't even know them and have never met them in person. Brutal. PA I wonder what they are saying to agents and buyers who call on a house they were instructed to remove from MLS weeks ago. I am going to sue them.

We tried to buy a house using them as the agent. They were the worst company I have dealt with in…read moremany transactions. From the beginning we were told outright lies: - they said it was fully permitted, but the Planning Department proved otherwise - they said there was no logging nearby, but the adjoining property was MRC with a logging easement 20 feet from the bedroom - they said it had never been surveyed, but we found markers and 2 calls got us to a guy who had recently done a survey - they misrepresented clear conflicts out interest between them and the seller - these are only a few of the examples of deliberate deceit. We really wanted the property but backed out when they wouldn't allow time for us to check the property line with respect to the well.