Brendon is an incredible agent, and we absolutely loved working with him to find our dream home in Noe Valley. We can't imagine working with anyone else. My husband and I were first-time home buyers, so we needed to find someone who could really walk us through the process end-to-end--from deciding between different SF neighborhoods to helping us prepare an offer and navigate the closing process. Brendon was exceptional at every stage, making us feel confident and supported in an incredibly competitive market. He is also so experienced and well-respected in this market--at almost every listing we visited, the seller's agent would say something along the lines of, "Oh you're working with Brendon? He's amazing - I love him!" We deeply benefited from the breadth and depth of Brendon's network, and if there was ever a home we were interested in, he would make sure he or his team was there at the appointment, walking us through the property and helping us think through the pros/cons. When it came to reviewing the (many) disclosure packets and paperwork, we really appreciated Brendon's careful, detail-oriented approach. He taught us how to read through each disclosure and what to look out for--and would go through the details himself to make sure we didn't miss anything. When it came down to negotiations, he had our back, helping anchor our expectations but also making sure we didn't bid over what he felt the house was worth. We really appreciated how much he was looking out for us--not just for this home purchase, but when it came time for us to sell the house down the road. The combination of Brendon's reputation, negotiation skills, professionalism, and relationships drove the deal home--we give him 100% credit for making it all happen. We were not easy clients--we had a lot of needs, we changed our minds often, and we were new to home-buying. Despite this, we actually really enjoyed the process thanks to Brendon's kindness and patience throughout. He worked tirelessly to find us the perfect home, from taking us to unlisted properties to convincing a seller to let us drill a hole in one of the walls to determine whether we could remove it. If you have the opportunity to work with Brendon, just DO IT. Seriously. He is the best, and we won't hesitate to give him a call when it's time for home #2! read more

Working with Brendon was an absolute pleasure. He took a tailored approach to selling our Noe Valley condo, using his private marketing network to generate serious interest -- all without the hassle of staging. The whole process felt effortless, and he still managed to secure an exceptional price. And it all happened so much faster than we expected! Brendon's skill, experience, and hustle were undeniable. He is super responsive, easy and fun to work with, and guided us at every step. On top of everything, we feel great that the home went to lovely new owners. If you want results without the stress, we highly recommend Brendon! read more

ChatGPT was NOT hallucinating when it recommended Brendon as an excellent realtor in our search for a house in San Francisco. From first call to closing day, we felt we were in experienced hands -- and we were. His know-how got us into an incredible home by working with all stakeholders to navigate an unconventional loan (for the SF market). We expected a long, arduous process, but working with Brendon made home buying a wonderful experience. If you get the chance to buy or sell with Brendon, take it! read more

We have known Brendon for 12 years, beginning with a successful first bid on our dream home in San Francisco. Recently, he helped us sell this home in short order; his guidance on all matters was spot-on. He also helped us buy another home recently on our first bid. Brendon's advice is objective, pragmatic, and in his clients' interest. He is highly responsive. I couldn't recommend him more highly! read more

My partner and I worked with Brendon Kearny as first-time homebuyers and had a great experience. We initially thought we'd be limited to condos based on our budget, but thanks to Brendon's negotiation strategy, our bid on a turn-key single-family home was accepted. He has a strong, assertive presence--so I recommend going in with a clear sense of what you want and doing your own research--but there's no question we wouldn't have landed our house without him. He was excellent at walking us through every step of the process and always upfront about his schedule and quick to respond. I would absolutely recommend Brendon as a realtor and plan to reach out to him again when it's time to sell. read more

I chose Brendon to be my selling agent because he was my buying agent over 20 years ago when I purchased the place that I was now selling. I had a great experience with him then - and this was even better! The amount of care and involvement he gave to to process was really great. The quality of the marketing around our place was top notch. To the stager he recommended, to the polished photography, video, and website that were created, were incredible. He actively showed the place and hosted four open houses in the span of 5 days and generated a great deal of excitement and interest. I really liked that I could rely on him to step and handle things when it was beyond my capacity. I really appreciated how he engaged me and my opinions and decisions in the process while guiding me using his expertise when it was needed. His team was also great - Ty was great to make sure all the docs and details stayed on track. I would absolutely recommend Brendon to my friends and family. read more

We wouldn't work with anyone else. Brendon guided us through multiple options and asked the right questions to help us find the perfect first home for our daughter in 2015 and expertly sold it for us in 2022 when it was time to move on. We couldn't imagine going through this complicated process of buying and selling in San Francisco without his expert knowledge. The bonus is he's fun to work with and spend time with. read more

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Brendon was incredible - he helped us through every step of the way, was always available, and helped us out with a very tricky deal where the sellers converted their TIC to two condo units but were on the same loan, which meant that the sale of the two units had to close on the same day - meaning, all 4 parties involved had to have everything settled synchronously. He was the one person within the parties that knew about this rare and specific situation and the deal would have likely been off if he didn't go above and beyond to let the seller's agent and the seller's agent of the other unit know, saving not just us but the other unit a lost deal. Luckily Brendon was so experienced he was able to navigate this unique situation, the other parties, and making sure we were protected every step of the way. The deal worked out, and we're living in a wonderful place thanks to him! read more

Brendon without a doubt is one of the best in San Francisco. He helped us navigate the purchase process, let us know what to expect, assist in closing the deal even when we were outside of the country. His advice reflects years of experiences and professionalism. We would refer him to anyone. read more

My husband and I worked with Brendon in 2022 to sell our home in SF. We live outside of CA - due to career, farm life, Covid, etc - it's not easy for us to travel and so we relied entirely on Brendon to guide us through each step. Brendon exceeded our expectations as a realtor - He took care of EVERYTHING from start to finish. Within the first few minutes of meeting Brendon, he won our confidence. He demonstrated his knowledge in the SF market, walked us through the process, and had a solid plan for repairs/renovations/staging. Brendon sold our house for well-over asking and it was on the market for less than 12 hours. (We are SO GLAD we trusted you, Brendon!) Brendon is truly PHENOMENAL and easy to work with! We can't say enough good things about him. read more

Brendon is on another level. He not only has deep knowledge of the San Francisco housing market, but clearly has a broad network which he leverages to help get you the best price. Every real estate agent who asked us who we were working with already knew and loved Brendon. (Including, of course, the seller's agent for the house we made an offer on!) Brendon helped us navigate a competitive market during rising interest rates and masterfully negotiated a below list offer that was satisfying to the sellers and in our price range. We walked away feeling like we got a deal on our dream house. He was responsive, worked hard, and checked up on us after we moved in. He truly is the best in the Bay! If you're looking for an agent, you can stop your search here! read more

Brendon is one heck of a realtor.  We bought a proper fixer with Brendon's help 5 years ago, lived in it and loved it throughout the fixing process.  Brendon was willing to consult in the fixing process to give us insight into how what we were doing would help drive value if we ever decided to sell in the future.  Although we didn't have plans to move, life changed and we ended up selling.  Brendon put together an aggressive strategy that landed us an offer above our expected sale price.  Would Recommend.  5/5 stars. read more

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Brendon came highly recommended from several close friends who had worked with him previously. Purchasing a home in San Fransisco can be an intimidating undertaking; Brendon made the process simple and straightforward. He has an exceptional understanding and intuition for the local market, and was constantly providing us with invaluable insights throughout our home search. He also has a vast network of professional connections in the Bay Area, and never hesitated to extend an introduction when we had more detailed questions about specific properties. I'd recommend Brendon to anyone considering buying a home in SF. He is very patient, friendly, and knowledgeable to say the least! read more

I bought and later sold a condo in SF with Brendon, and the experience in both transactions was phenomenal. As a first time homebuyer, he walked me through the process, helped recommend areas that could meet what I was looking for as well as my budget, and had a ton of great insights when actually checking out a property. He and his team were quick with all communication and helped make the process extremely smooth and easy. He even had good connections to lenders that he knew would be able to meet an aggressive close schedule. When it came time to sell, Brendon came in with a detailed plan spelling out every step of the process, and presenting any options he would recommend in terms of how to best update and stage the condo for a sale. From then on, he handled every step of the process and kept me updated as it went along. He could not have made it easier as I essentially moved out, received updates to confirm everything was on schedule, and then had a list of offers to review. His work, and the end result of the sale, exceeded all of my expectations. I have since recommended Brendon to several friends for their home purchases and they have all been equally happy. read more

If you are looking for somebody who can best help you navigate the San Francisco real estate market then look no further than Brendon. He is master at his job! His years of experience proved to be most valuable as we moved through the process. You will be glad to have him by your side as you realize the dream of owning property in San Francisco. I would highly recommend Brendon to be your real estate professional!! read more

Brendon is the TOP REALTOR in all of San Francisco. So much so, that up and coming realtors request apprenticeships with him. He is: - Highly cognizant of your needs - Incredibly helpful navigating first time buyers through the process - Deeply responsive to questions - Long historical relationships with other realtors which facilitates his edge - Knows how to win Cannot recommend he and his team enough. read more

My husband and I worked with Brendon in 2020 to buy our dream home and he helped us secure it in SF's insane market UNDER ASKING. Yay for us. Fast forward a few months and he gave great advice on how best to sell our condo. We did minor renovations and his team was excellent, courteous, and fast. We sold it for 15% over asking! Couple of lucky ducks but Brendon is the real deal. You should just do as he says. read more

Over the years, my husband and I have worked with Brendon on two purchases, two sales, and two renovations (prior to sale). He is the only person we'd trust in SF with decisions as impactful as buying & selling your home. Brendon has a truly in-depth understanding of the SF market, and is level-headed in his approach to any negotiation because of this. We trusted Brendon with each element of our transactions and valued his perspective throughout these processes. Thank you for everything Brendon! read more

Selling a house is stressful. Selling a house during a pandemic is nuts. Brendon met the challenge and made is surprisingly easy. He met the new changes head on and found creative solutions that worked. We sold the house in record time, at a great price with a smooth and quick transaction. Brendon was accessible, decisive and great to work with. We highly recommend him and would use him again for any real estate needs. read more

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While recovering from a house fire in the midst of a pandemic, Brendon's generous spirit, plethora of knowledge and no non-sense demeanor made for a truly enjoyable experience. As first time home-buyers, Brendon made sure we had the confidence we needed at every turn. I am so grateful that we had him by our side. We absolutely LOVE Brendon and we LOVE our home! We would recommend him to anyone and when the time comes, we'll definitely seek out his expertise again. read more

I first met Brendon at a showing for a house that he was selling. Due to his professional demeanor, his extensive knowledge, and his engaging warmth, I immediately knew that he was the realtor who I would hire when it came time to sell my own home. Sure enough, my instincts about his excellence were confirmed when the sales proposal that he presented to me -- two personalized, hard-bound books that spelled out his specific marketing plan for my house -- was head-and-shoulders above all the others. In fact, this example of Brendon "going the extra mile" is a perfect reflection of the quality of his work as well as of the considerable thought, effort, and commitment that he puts into it. From the moment that he sat down with me to map out his home preparation and sales strategies to the moment that the house closed escrow, Brendon's hard work ethic and expertise were clear. He knows exactly what to do in order to cosmetically improve a house such that it will attain the highest possible price. Perhaps best of all, due to the combination of his contractor's heart and his artist's eye, he then specializes in completely coordinating and managing these improvements. The end result was that he expertly handled everything associated with the sale of my home, thereby making a very complex process very easy for me. And throughout this process, because he is an excellent communicator, he reassuringly kept me completely informed at every step along the way. Brendon is also a wealth of information, referrals, and resources. When I conveyed to him that I was feeling overwhelmed by having to completely clear out my large Victorian home in advance of selling, he recommended an Estate Sale company that turned out to be a life-saver when they took care of *everything.* Simply put, choosing Brendon and working with him was absolutely the key factor that allowed me to get my house ready to sell in the shortest amount of time and for the largest amount of money -- and a seller can't ask for more than that. You should definitely choose Brendon, too. I guarantee that you will be glad that you did. read more

Brendon knows the SF real estate market inside and out and helped us navigate its ins and outs with aplomb. If your goal is find your dream home, Brendon is your guy! His extensive knowledge of the SF market is second to none and he will expertly guide you through your entire home buying process to make sure you get the home YOU want. Can't recommend Brendon and his services enough. read more

The San Francisco Real Estate market is a fast, full contact sport and entering into it for the first time was daunting. To be successful, you need a realtor who not only knows the market but has the connections needed to get you the best information to make a winning bid. Brendon was able to do all of that for us and more - within minutes of touring a house that we loved, Brandon was on the phone and got us the info we needed to make a competitive (and winning) offer. If you need a realtor who can get the deal done, Brendon is absolutely your guy. He was incredibly knowledgable about the market, super responsive, and an amazing partner in helping us move into our first SF home. read more

Brendon was exactly the Real Estate Agent that I needed during my first home purchase in San Francisco this past year. Everyone knows how intimidating, complicated, nuanced, and frustrating the process of buying a new home can be in this city. Here are a few ways that Brendon neutralized all of these factors and made my experience as pleasant and positive as possible: 1- Brendon was incredibly patient, took the time to describe every single detail of the process with me. 2- He knows everything that you need to know from a legal standpoint as well which provides so much reassurance. 3- He communicates extremely promptly and always made time to talk on the phone when needed. 4- Definitely the person you want in your corner for negotiations and document review. 5- Provides great perspective and a great sense of humor; which you will definitely need. Aside from this, Brendon finds ways to make you feel cared for even after the closing and move-in. I would not have been able to do this without someone with his demeanor and expertise. read more

Brendon is the best realtor in San Francisco, hands-down. He's super to work with, is very accessible, honest, and professional. He sold my property in The City with ease, taking the heavy burden and making it a very simple process in what otherwise might have been very challenging. I would recommend him to anyone and will most certainly use him again. read more

Brendon did an excellent job helping my sister and I sell our family home after our mother and step-father had passed. He was very respectful and considerate of our wishes as this was a difficult task for us - the selling of the home that we grew up in. He's a honest, communicative and a very good person. I highly recommend him and would happily work with him again! Bravo! read more

We have been clients of Brendon's for over 20 years. He has guided us through the real estate process many times, from a SFH to condos to a multiplex in San Francisco and Oakland. He is a thorough and tough negotiator and a consummate professional. His attention to detail is top-notch. He does what's best for his clients and not what's best for him; he once advised us to buy a less expensive (but bigger) condo than a more expensive (but smaller) condo because he knows that I have a lot of stuff. He was willing to take a smaller commission as a result of the smaller sale so that I would be happier. We always know that when Brendon is in charge of our real estate transactions, that puts us in the driver's seat. read more

Brendon Kearney went above and beyond in helping me secure my dream home in the Castro. His knowledge of the San Francisco property market is second to none and I was routinely amazed at how much knew about the local community, offering tips on great restaurants, cafes, and places to shop. Brendon understood exactly what I was looking for and only showed me properties that fit the brief. I found Brendon to be personable, professional and a delight to do business with. I thoroughly recommend his services. read more

Brendon was with us every step of the way during our first experience purchasing our home. The professionalism, communication and attention to detail went beyond expectations. AND most importantly without any unexpected surprises or setbacks which other homeowner friends said we would encounter! There is no one else I would trust with buying or selling a home in the Bay Area. Thank you for finding our oasis in the city by the bay!! read more

I can only echo what dozens of other Brendan clients have written: he's the best realtor I've known. He helped me buy my 2-bedroom condo in SF, coaching me through many visits and options with sage advice. Ten years later, he helped me sell that same condo. To prep for the sale, he created a list of upgrades that would achieve maximum ROI, assembled the team to execute, oversaw the execution, and the Concierge loan program made it super easy. Brendan's and his team's renovations resulted in a beautiful website and showing, and then a quick and favorable sale. I'm forever grateful and highly recommend Brendon. read more

Brendon is the ultimate in a supremely competent and detail oriented broker. He's the one to call if you want your home to be perfectly, and I mean perfectly, prepped for sale. He knows what he is doing and he and his team leave no stone unturned as they work tirelessly on their clients' behalf. My apartment looked so good after gave it the Brendon touch that I wondered why I would sell such a great looking place read more

We received amazing customer service from Brendon and he made buying a home in San Francisco seem easy. We loved working with Brendon - you will too! read more

If you're buying or selling a home in SF, Brendon Kearney is hands down the best person for the job. I've worked with him over a span of 3 years and trust him implicitly. His expertise in SF real estate is uncanny - he knows every block of the city and has a very astute eye on value and selling price; his estimates were always on point. He is knowlegeable, buttoned up, patient, encouraging, and honest. He reads all 432 pages of the disclosure so he can answer your questions. He voices concerns you didn't think of. He doesn't push you to numbers you aren't comfortable with. Everything is taken care of seamlessly. Perhaps most telling, when I relocated to LA less than a year after buying, he gave me honest advice to hold off on selling my place, even though he stood to make a sizable profit. Needless to say, when I'm back in the SF real estate market, my business will be his. read more

Hands down Brendan is one of the best realtors we've ever had. His advise and insights are what helped us navigate this complex market and got us the dream house we were looking for. He made it easy, steered us in the right direction, and continues to patiently answer all of our homeownership questions! Truly grateful for his expertise and lasting friendship. We highly recommend using his services...he will not disappoint! read more

Brendon was terrific to work with. We found him to be incredibly responsive and a true expert as to the nuances in the micro-pockets of the SF real estate market. He knows every realtor and we had a great relationship we could leverage for success in multiple high stakes transactions! read more

We were extremely lucky to find Brendon. We had been looking to buy a place in the South Bay, thinking we might hold and rent our place in the city. When we decided to sell, our South Bay realtor did some sleuthing for us, and it was determined that Brendon was the best in San Francisco. Our South Bay relator was not with Compass, so it's wonderful this chain of relations really did find the best. This was our first home sale, and Brendon made it super easy. We got out of the way, and Brendon got to work. In a few weeks our 3rd floor Edwardian was completely transformed (my wife was pissed we didn't do it years ago!). Brendon could have suggested we go nuts with the renovation, but he only focused on items that would have a strong return on investment. In the end it was beautiful at a very reasonable price. At the start, Brendon sat us down and told us the price he thought the place would fetch (we were very pleased). He then told us the best strategy for our place would be to price it a hair over 200k less than this. Gulp! He was very understanding that this was nerve-wracking. His opinion was that this would be essential to getting folks in the door, and that within a couple weeks we would be in a multi-offer situation at our target valuation. He asked us to trust him. It worked, and fast. Ours was a 14 year San Francisco real estate project (purchased with friends as a bachelor, got married, had kids). Brendon wrote the final chapter of our story, and made it and extremely good one. I couldn't recommend Brendon more highly. read more

We *loved* working with Brendon during our house hunt last year. As first time home-buyers, Brendon made us feel super comfortable and knowledgable about the process and each home we considered putting a bid on. He was incredibly responsive, efficient, and thoughtful during the entire process, and he knew the realtors and backstories behind many of the houses which made it fun as well. We're beyond happy with the dream house we ended up with! Definitely work with Brendon if you want an awesome home-buying experience. read more

It was an absolute joy working with Brendon to purchase our first home. With his thoughtful insight and vast experience he helped us to get the very first home we fell in love with. Dave and I will certainly recommend him to any friend or colleague that is purchasing or selling a home. read more

Brendon was did a wonderful job guiding Ilya through the selling of our house, we got way over asking! Thanks Brendon

We were first-time homebuyers purchasing a complex property and I'm glad we had Brendon by our side. He was patient, thorough, and accessible, lending both encouragement and reality checks along the way. Even when things got a little tense, he stayed calm and confident and made sure all of the benchmarks were getting hit. I'm grateful to Brendan for everything he's done for our family. read more