Gianna is an incredible realtor. She's so thorough/detail-oriented, responsive, a good communicator…read more(to us and the seller), and we really felt like she had our back and fully represented our best interests. We had to move quickly (much earlier than expected) on a house that we liked and she was always a step ahead talking to the right people and letting us know what needed to be done in order to get the house we wanted. And in the end, we got the house! We love her so much that she is our realtor for our old house that we are selling and hopefully in the future for more houses. :)

We could not imagine a more effective agent than Mia Banks! At every step of the process, Mia…read moreprovided us with excellent service and wise counsel. Her attention to detail, energy, sheer smarts, and tenacity are without peer -- and collectively proved to be crucial in getting us the home of our dreams. She is very strategic and effective at leading negotiations, while at the same time maintaining a very friendly relationship with (in our case) the seller's agent. She's one of the top professionals we have ever encountered in any context, and we recommend her without hesitation.

It's hard to know how to write review for Mia that captures her amazing qualities - her stellar…read morework ethic, incredible responsiveness, patience, her excellent sense of strategy. Where to begin? When we began looking for a home a few years ago we had some false starts - agents who, though well-meaning, just weren't able to help us find good options or bid successfully in such a challenging market. Meeting Mia was a piece of great luck and she immediately distinguished herself by providing a very thorough assessment of the options we were looking at. She remained extremely steadfast in helping us search for a home within our budget. In the end, we found a home that was perfect for us and believe we got a very good value because of Mia's help and good judgement. Her careful and incredibly detailed assessment of each home we saw helped us to begin to understand how to value homes and different features. She did an amazing job of checking official records to make sure that we were getting all the possible details on the houses we looked at and in several cases found issues that I'm quite sure another agent might have (and sometimes had) overlooked. Also, she is hands-down the most responsive professional of any kind I have worked with. This was such a comfort during the difficult process of searching for a home as we always knew that she was there to answer our questions and lend her good judgement. She was not only a blessing through the whole official process of buying and closing, reminding us of deadlines and details to be taken care of, but really went out of her way to help with finding great service providers and even gave us some great design advice! In short, give Mia a call if you want an ethical, highly competent and committed partner in buying or selling your next home! You will be very glad you did!

Dreaming of making Alameda your permanent home? Amy is undoubtedly the best possible choice you can…read moremake. If you stumbled upon this review hoping to find something that will help you decide what agent to reach out to, let this be the comment that helped you make that decision! Amy is an incredible expert in the Alameda market. Why? 1) She will help you cut through the listing price noise. Her estimates of what things will go for are always accurate... we were really impressed. 2) She will keep you grounded and help you focus on where you are most set up for success. You will truly appreciate that she will save you the emotional rollercoaster of going to see houses that will ultimately go way above your range and you shouldn't even be considering. (I have friends that experienced it, we did not.) 3) She has great relationships with sellers agents in the area which can help make recommendations that will set your offer up for success; run with a pre-emptive offer; or talk about off-market opportunities. We really learned a lot with her support. Above all, she is responsive, friendly, and effective! As for my personal story, me and my spouse got our first offer with Amy. And I think you should, too! :) All in all, we'd definitely partner with her again. Thank you Amy for helping us find our first home! You rock!

Amy helped my husband and I buy our first home. Amy is very knowledgeable about all things house…read more(buying, inspection, contract work, etc the list goes on) but also our primary search location, Alameda. We interviewed three agents, who were all great however it was Amy's experience and knowledge of the industry and location that knew she was the perfect agent for us. As first home buyers, we were, as expected, completely inexperienced and needed a bit of hand holding and Amy really helped make a stressful process, easy. I'd highly recommend Amy if you're looking in the Alameda area- 10/10 would work with again!

Kathy Tai, is a great realtor and person, whether you are a first-time homebuyer or buying a second…read morehome, you will love working with her. For the San Francisco market, I had a low price point and a dedicated parking space mandatory, despite these challenges, Kathy never lost patience and help me consider all the options. She is responsive, accommodating and does her homework. She carefully read the mountains of disclosures and did a great job pointing out areas I should be concerned with, even if it meant walking away from the deal. She is a fantastic negotiator and helped me get a "killer deal"! I am so grateful to her for helping me find my dream San Francisco condo!

Fiona and Kathy are one of the best people I have met in my life! I met them at an open house in…read moreSan Bruno and was immediately attracted to their people skills. We have been searching for 8 months and have seen quite a few open houses but lost 5 bids before we found a gem. It was an opportunity of a lifetime in San Mateo and we immediately sealed the deal with a swift and decisive offer. I don't know what they did but the house was appraised 210k above what I paid for so I honestly felt like the luckiest person alive when they signed the contract. Just to top it up, they bought me new a washer and dryer as house warming gifts! Truly dedicated and sincere people. You won't find any agent better than them.

From beginning to end of my journey of selling my house in January 2020, Carmen made it so easy and…read morepainless. She was always a phone call or text away when I had a question. I moved from CA to New Mexico during the sale of my home and Carmen kept me abreast of all that was happening with the home. I would definitely recommend Carmen to friends and family in the future. Carmen is a SUPERSTAR in my book. Also, my teacup poodle, Daisy Jane fell in love with her. What more can you ask for?!

Carmen was the consummate professional. She knew the market and the area. She was very responsive…read moreto our questions and offered sound advice every step of the process. She organized a team to make our house shine! She also made sure every precaution was taken during the pandemic to keep our home and prospective clients safe. We trusted her and she did not disappoint. With 22 offers in four days we were beyond thrilled. She kept us informed and outlined next steps as we movedforward. The offer we accepted was $$$ over the asking price. Carmen managed everything perfectly and we were lucky to call her our agent! We heartily recommend Carmen Pleadwell for your real estate needs. Dave and Margrith

I would highly recommend Audrey as your real estate agent. We began our journey to purchase a new…read morehome in San Carlos in the fall of 2025 and attended several open houses in the area to meet different agents. From our very first introduction, I had such a great feeling about Audrey. She is warm, smart, and extremely knowledgeable about San Carlos and the surrounding Peninsula--an expertise that truly sets her apart. I was very particular about who I chose to work with and interviewed several agents before deciding on Audrey. She stood out immediately as the most prepared, professional, patient, and consistently responsive. I knew right away that she was the best fit for us, and I am so grateful we chose to work with her and her team. With Audrey's guidance, we found and purchased our home within 30 days, and the entire process was seamless and stress-free. She advocated for us every step of the way and made what could have been an overwhelming experience feel smooth and manageable. I would absolutely work with Audrey again and highly recommend her to anyone looking for a dedicated, trustworthy, and exceptional real estate agent on the Peninsula.

Audrey's the best! If you're looking for an agent who is knowledgeable, helpful, conscientious,…read moreand most importantly, delivers, Audrey's the one! She recently helped us sell our condo and was a fantastic partner throughout the entire journey. When we were first thinking of selling, Audrey provided very helpful counsel in terms of what to expect. She guided us through the remodeling process by giving us several different scenarios and then a few different contractors and estimates to consider. In addition, she helped us manage the contractors and the remodeling job - it could not have gone more smoothly. The place looked so great, we even joked about moving back in! Another benefit of working with Audrey was having the support of her broader team, specifically David and Sunny. Sunny expertly led us through the listing, pricing, and offer strategy and David provided fantastic counsel through both the remodel and offer negotiation process. Everyone was extremely knowledgeable and transparent, which gave us strong reassurance we were in good hands. During escrow, Audrey did not stop in her tenacity and attention to detail. We ran into some oddball hiccups, and Audrey was laser-like in her focus in solving and resolving the outstanding issues. She took care of so many things behind the scenes and knew exactly the right amount of information to relay and at the exact right time(s). Now that we've closed, we could not have asked for a better experience. Audrey took care of us as if it were her own home, and managed any turbulence with grace and aplomb. If you're looking for a realtor, start (and stop) at Audrey!

As first-time home buyers, we couldn't have asked for a better agent than Rita. We worked with her…read moreover multiple years, and throughout that entire time she was incredibly patient and supportive. At no point did we ever feel pressured to buy--she truly prioritized helping us find the right home rather than just closing a deal. Rita's knowledge of real estate, especially in the Bay Area, is exceptional. She took the time to educate us on both the big picture and the finer details--from factors that impact long-term appreciation to nuances like lot positioning, street exposure, layout considerations, foundation tradeoffs, and even practical aspects like roofs, windows, appliances, and ongoing maintenance. This gave us a level of confidence we wouldn't have otherwise had. She consistently went above and beyond for us. She stayed up late helping us prepare competitive offers and was always flexible in scheduling tours around our work hours, even on short notice when timing was critical. When it came time to make an offer, she guided us through a fast-moving process and helped position us to win in a competitive market. Even after closing, Rita continued to be an invaluable resource. She helped us navigate the early stages of a home renovation, connecting us with architects, contractors, and gardeners, and making sure we understood both immediate and long-term maintenance considerations. We're incredibly grateful for her guidance, expertise, and dedication. We would highly recommend Rita to anyone--especially first-time buyers looking for someone who is patient, knowledgeable, and truly invested in their clients' success.

My wife and I had the absolute pleasure of working with Rita Chao as our buyer's agent, and we can…read moreconfidently say that choosing Rita was one of the best decisions we made throughout our home-buying journey. Rita is an exceptionally experienced real estate agent in the Bay Area. What truly sets her apart is her deep understanding of the region's real estate history, market evolution, and long-term trends. From our very first meeting, Rita took the time to clearly and patiently explain these broader market dynamics to us. Rather than jumping straight into showings, she helped us build a solid, high-level understanding of what buying a home in the Bay Area really means--financially, strategically, and practically. This gave us confidence and clarity early on, which was invaluable as first-time buyers navigating a very competitive market. When it came to the actual home search, Rita was meticulous and highly responsible at every step. She first helped us narrow down target areas and property types based on our budget, lifestyle needs, and long-term goals. During each showing, she provided thoughtful, professional evaluations tailored to each individual property. She would point out whether the layout was functional, whether the neighborhood felt comfortable and livable, the condition and wear of the house, and what kind of repairs or renovations might realistically be needed--both short-term and long-term. Her insights helped us see beyond surface appearances and avoid costly surprises. She patiently went through every important detail with us, carefully explaining potential risks that many buyers might easily overlook. This level of diligence made us feel protected and well-informed throughout the transaction. During offer negotiations, Rita was incredibly respectful of our emotions and priorities. She never pressured us into making rushed or irrational decisions. Instead, she advocated for our interests, helped us stay grounded, and once we were ready, worked tirelessly to secure the most favorable terms possible. Finally, what makes Rita truly special is her genuine warmth. She treated us like friends she genuinely cared about. Even after everything was finalized, Rita continued to check in, visited us, asked about our move-in plans, and offered help whenever she could. That level of care is rare and deeply appreciated. We are extremely grateful to Rita and would wholeheartedly recommend her to anyone looking to buy a home in the Bay Area.

Monica gave me a fantastic realtor referral for my home in Southern California. Thanks to her…read morerecommendation, the selling process was smooth and successful.

Monica was wonderful to work with and helped us close on the first property, a condo, we loved…read moreenough to put an offer on. She was a good communicator and ran a very organized process. We would definitely recommend Monica for anyone looking for a realtor in the San Francisco Bay Area.