Kelley Youmans made our first home purchasing process smooth and pleasant. Her experience,…read moreknowledge and amazing energy provided us with a low stress purchasing environment. Kelley's hard work and tenacity helped guide us through the complexities of the home purchase process all the while maintaining a helpful, positive attitude and an encouraging smile. I would highly recommend Kelley as a real estate agent for anyone who values knowledge, experience and hard work all delivered with a wonderful attitude! Thank you Kelley.

I had the absolute best experience working with Derek Fenster. He was extremely efficient, kind,…read moreand accommodating throughout the entire process. As a first-time seller, I wasn't sure what to expect, but Derek was incredibly patient and guided me step by step, never once making me feel like a burden. He went out of his way to make sure every detail was handled perfectly and always kept me informed so I felt confident and at ease. What impressed me most was his dedication. He answered every call I made, regardless of the time or day, and always made me feel like a priority. With me living out of town, Derek represented me with buyers and took the lead in solving any issues that came up. He truly went above and beyond, making a complicated process feel simple and stress-free. In a world where trust can be hard to find, Derek stands out as honest, ethical, and dependable. He exceeded my expectations in every way and I always knew he had my best interests at heart. I couldn't have asked for a better realtor, and I will recommend Derek wholeheartedly to anyone I know who is looking to buy or sell.

Joe Ventura is not only a genius marketer and real estate agent, but he has a work ethic that…read morerivals anything I've ever seen. He's proactive, smart, business savvy in a way that makes you feel comfortable, and is the kind of person who puts you at ease, even during the most stressful of situations (buying or selling a house). We were lucky to work with Joe selling our house in San Jose and he was consistently professional, proactive, always available, and dependable. I have extremely high standards for customer service, especially when that service involves selling a house in a crazy housing market where emotions and attitudes run high and hot. Joe never let us down once. He was our consummate advocate, providing communication just when we needed it, laying out the process months in advance and then executed that process even faster than he said he would. Our home never went on the market - it was sold due to the "coming soon" sign he posted and other marketing he'd done for our home. We never went to market since the offerer simply gave us our asking price, which Joe had coached us on and helped us to determine based on his extensive expertise in the local market. This despite other homes in our neighborhood languishing on the market for months, and some selling for reduced prices. I simply cannot overstate how valuable Joe is as a real estate agent on your side of the transaction. He helped us to sell our home for MUCH more than we bought it and helped to change our lives forever. Now that we've moved out of state and he's not our agent any longer, I am happy to say that he's also become a very good friend.

OVERALL: five stars based on my experience with one of the agents here. She helped my grandmother,…read moremy parents, and now my significant other with buying and selling. So she has been around throughout my family's life. Very professional and personable. She lets us know her opinion without being pushy and makes it very clear it is always our decision in the end. OFFICE: the location is in a shopping plaza next to Farmers Insurance. Outside parking lot. Two spots right up front and handicapped parking. Inside of the office is very nice with a receptionist desk, sitting waiting area, and water fall fountain with plants. Conference room had a nice big wood table and black leather executive chairs. Soda vending machine and water is available.

When it came time to sell our home, we didn't think twice before calling Julie. She was such a huge…read morehelp when we purchased our first home in Aptos and went the extra mile to help us sell our home to move across the country. We had several circumstances out of our control that delayed the listing of our home which meant we had to move across the country before selling. Julie was patient and knowledgeable through every step of the way. She helped us manage staging, cleaning and multiple contractors on-site for us AFTER we relocated and got us the best price we could have hoped for. Several other homes in our neighborhood have sat for months, but our home was under contract within a week. She even helped us to sell some of our furniture that we left behind to save on staging and moving costs. Julie is a rockstar!!! I would not hesitate to recommend her to anyone who wants an agent who puts in the work and goes the extra mile.

Julie Hansmann with David Lyng Real Estate has been a fantastic partner to work with. She's…read morecurrently listing my condo in Seacliff and has gone well beyond the typical role of a realtor. While the staging was handled professionally, Julie personally oversaw the process to make sure everything was just right -- even bringing in some of her own styling touches to make the space look its best. Her eye for detail and commitment to quality really stand out. She's proactive, communicates clearly, and provides consistent updates to keep me well informed every step of the way. I truly appreciate her dedication, work ethic, and the pride she takes in her craft. Julie's the kind of realtor you want representing your property -- and the kind of person you want in your network.

My wife and I used Isreal and Rachel Gonzalez from Beale Properties, to help us find our first…read morehome. And they were AWESOME.! I don't know how we will be able to manage navigating through real estate and a home purchase without them. They are a very nice couple and very easy to talk to. Being that this was my wife and i's first home purchase, We were lost on a lot of things that comes with buying a home. It can be pretty overwhelming at times. But they were there with us every step of the way, and were able to explain things in a matter that we can understand. They were very patient with us and were able to listen and understand our likings, to find the perfect home for us. From here on out, any dealings I have in real estate, I'm going to Isreal and Rachel. if you're looking to buy or sell a home in Hollister, Gilroy, Salinas area, I highly recommend using Isreal and Rachel Gonzalez from Beale properties. Thank you for putting us in our perfect first home. My Family and I appreciate it!

Awesome experience buying our home. My husband and I were…read morenew to the area and I of course did our research to find a realtor to make our experience not only successful, but exciting and low stress. Rachel and Israel exceeded our expectations on every level. They are both professional and personable which make them the best at what they do. They were always a phone call away and always willing to go the extra mile. We love our new home:) :) Thank You Beale Properties :)

A few months back, my wife and I decided it was time to stop paying the ridiculous rent we were…read morethrowing away each month for our tiny two bedroom apartment in San Jose. It was time to make our first home purchase. We literally had no idea what we were looking for, and no clue where to start! Then came Christina... Right away, from the very first phone call, she put our minds at ease. Our first consultation was setup to accommodate our busy schedule, which is a feat all on its own. She took the time to uncover what we needed, and what we wanted, while offering some sage advice on the areas we were considering. We left that initial consultation feeling even more at ease and confident with our decision to purchase. After a few weeks of monitoring the MLS portal for homes that fit our high (unrealistic) expectations, we hit the road with Christina to view four places in Hollister. Number four was the winner! Easy sale, right? Not really... Things got a little sticky after we made the first offer, since the selling party had issues communicating and meeting deadlines. While all of these things were out of Christina's control, she remained professional, and worked like a bulldog resolve the issues in a timely manner. I would've quickly lost my patience if it wasn't for her diligence and follow up. We know now that real estate transactions are rarely an easy & stress-free undertaking, but with someone like Christina in your corner, it can be a great experience! In conclusion, i base my 5 stars on the following: -Professionalism -Follow through and follow up -Attention to detail... A must have when navigating confusing contracts -Availability... She was always a text or phone call away -Knowledgable about the area and the process -Most importantly, we felt like she genuinely cared about us and our needs as first time homebuyers.

Christina was absolutely amazing! She was professional, courteous, patient and most of all she…read moredelivered! We got our house for listing and closed in 18 days around the holidays- a pretty impressive feat in the Bay Area. I would recommend her to any family member or friend and know that they are in good hands. She made herself available and always followed through. Thank you Christina for shepherding us through our first home purchase and helping us land our dream home!

Kristen has been my realtor for two home purchases, and I will continue to utilize her services…read moremoving forward as she is extremely competent, patient, and knowledgeable. She communicates professionally, and is impeccable with her word. You can tell that she truly cares about her clients. With such a large purchase, you truly need someone you can trust. Kristen is that person.

5 stars all around for Kristen! I've worked with her on several transaction over the years and she…read morenever misses a beat. She is extremely efficient and will go 100% + for her clients. Always a pleasure working with you Kristen!

Charleen was really a joy to work with as our realtor…read more Her passion and dedication to ensuring her clients are well taken care of really stood out. With the support of her team, it felt like we had multiple people working to ensure all the paperwork was handled effortlessly. Both Charleen and the suggested lender, Trevor from SD Loans, went above and beyond to answer our questions in detail and were available to guide us through the rough first time home buying process. Through their hard work, we were able to close within 3 weeks of the bid. I would gladly work with The Rose Group in the future and can specifically vouch for the high professionality of Charleen.

We worked with Charleen and could not have had better support in a real estate agent. She was…read moreattentive to our every need and concern and she demonstrated genuine thoughtfulness at each step. Closing on a property can be extremely stressful, but she ensured that we didn't feel overwhelmed by any aspect of the process. If there were any hiccups, or if we had any confusion or questions, she worked in a timely manner to clear things up and explain information to us. Charleen also put us in contact with Trevor from SD Loans and coordinated with him as much as we did. Their admirable teamwork enabled us to move quickly on our ideal listing, and a few short weeks later we became the owners. I have never felt as understood and cared about by a real estate agent as I did with Charleen - she is sharp, proactive, and kind. Highly recommended!

We hired Milrod Construction to replace T-111 siding, install all new windows and doors (21 in…read moretotal), and install basesboard and redwood trim for all the new windows and doors throughout our 3-level home. Scot and his crew did an outstanding job on all levels... very professional, thorough, communicative, and cleaned up every day. Scott, Jesus and Antonio were not only very talented but a delight to work with. Scot was very good at looking both at the big picture and the littlest details, studying each piece of the process to make sure the right decision was being made. So many contractors I've had experience with in the past just want to get the job done quickly, without much thought or communication with the customer. Scot always showed us options for us to approve before completing a new task. Scot was very good at listening to our concerns and finding solutions to address them, no matter how big or small. All details were met with the highest quality. Scot stayed on budget (even a bit under budget) and on schedule despite all the "extras" that weren't on the original bid. Scot and his crew will be our "go to" contractor crew from now on and we'd highly recommend them to anyone and everyone! JoAnn & Peter Gibson Soquel, CA

I guess it is never too late to post a review. . . Scott Milrod built our home almost 30 years ago…read moreand it is still as beautiful now as it was then. He is first class all the way! His ethics both as a person and as a professional are outstanding. He came in on budget, daily cleanup was impeccable and the final build-out was incredible. I can't say enough about the high standards he holds. If he has time to work on your project, grab him. I highly recommend him!