POTENTIAL TENANT BEWARE: Misleading of the intent of a holding deposit…read more I recently applied for a home to rent through Parker properties. I was approved and was asked to put a holding deposit down until they could draw up the lease. The Holding Deposit (because my move in date was so soon- 1st Months rent and Security Deposit) totaling $7,390. I dropped off the cashiers check and was told to sign the Holding deposit Receipt. I was NOT provided any explanation or details. I signed it without reading because I was in a hurry and on my lunch hour and understood Holding Deposits to be a charge for the days the property was removed and held off the market by the potential tenant. I received the lease 3 days later and couldn't comply because there were many restrictions listed that were not normal and it was not a California Association of Realtors lease. I declined the rental. Sadly after, I was told I would be charged $120 a day until the home was re-rented up to 30 days not for just the 3 days the property was taken off the market. They held my entire deposit. I called and spoke with the owner and Broker Teri Parker to discuss it and she didn't budge nor care. She even warned me not to sue (without me mentioning it) because she's been sued in the past on this and won every time. Yet she hasn't changed this policy and still doesn't disclose the restrictions or rules nor explain their Holding Deposits receipt. After 30 days of holding my money, I was charged $2,640 for 22 days at $120 per day despite the property being marketed online for 19 of those days and many people viewing the home. It should not be the applicants responsibility to pay for a property they never agreed to lease. This is bad business and I'm not aware of any other property mgmt company doing this! The point of this post is to warn any future renter about this company's intent to make a potential applicant financially responsible for a rental property under the guise of a holding deposit! It was called a Holding Deposit Receipt and should absolutely be ONLY for the days the property was taken off the market and held by the applicant. Don't make my mistake and trust the title of the document and not fully read it. You are agreeing to pay a per diem equivalent to the rent of the property until it is re rented not for holding it. That should have been explained especially if she's been sued for it already in the past. Please beware and insist on seeing the lease first. Don't sign that receipt until you have. This is not what the law intended a holding deposit to be and it is not standard for a management company to use it in this way.

This is by far the worst property company I've ever dealt with please be careful they promise a lot…read moreof things but it's all a lie. I don't think that they give equal opportunity to other people trying to live in California. They are definitely helping people leave this state.

I've had State Farm insurance for the past 40 years and three agents in that time. Laurie staff is…read morefar and away the best, they know their business and are true professionals.

In life... you know when you are growing up.... (I…read morechoose to say growing up rather than getting older) when you have a ledger portfolio thicker than the Bible, containing all your insurance policies, investments and retirement accounts.....Anyways.....grabbing my cane and walker... here goes... I recently got a letter from FEMA, stating that I lived in a flood zone, and FEMA recommended I look into a flood policy and contact my home owner insurance policy; since State Farm holds my Home Owner's Insurance Policy...they whipped me a quote in a New York Minute........ based on all the news of the upcoming El Nino 2015 and California's severe drought.... I was a bit concerned..... the quote was pretty reasonable, and broken down clearly so I could understand it. But since I was in the new office, I decided to ask about some supplemental life insurance and a little bit of retirement savings account education.... annuities, mutual funds, Roth IRA/Traditional etc... (are you asleep yet?)bwahahaha...... I took lots of notes, and what I liked the most, is that I not once felt annoyance from the insurance lady I was talking to, Laurie, with all the questions I was asking (I was there for two hours, no lie)... since she wrote my Homeowners Policy a few years back, I remember she was very thorough and helpful back then....... well looks like much has not changed since I got my last policy (except the new office). In life... I think having some good people in your back pocket, that you can call on at anytime the need or questions arise goes along with having the right insurance agent, pet sitter, auto mechanic, doctor, hair stylist... and the ever so traditional tattoo artist... you get my point right? I can honestly say... This Laurie Hallihan fits perfectly in my back pocket of a great insurance agent and financial adviser in my back pocket.

I'm a retired, oceanfront, condominium, developer, and marketer with decades of experience in real…read moreestate. Rarely have I found a service such as Mike and Jessica provide that compares to their level of professionalism, knowledge, responsiveness, and caring that they bring to the table. From guidance on pricing and timing on the listing, to staging and a host of other prep items needing attention, to the entire quick sales process and closing, Mike and Jessica are second to none.. If you're thinking of listing a property in San Diego and you're fortunate enough to know about the Wolfs, I would look no further. It simply does not get any better than this amazing team!

Working with Michael was one of the best decisions I made when buying and selling my home. His…read morelevel of professionalism, market knowledge, communication, and calm problem-solving was extraordinary from start to finish. My sale involved several unexpected challenges, including complex HOA and lender requirements that could have easily derailed the transaction. Michael handled every issue quickly and strategically, coordinating between the lender, escrow, HOA management, and the buyer's side with total clarity. Throughout the process, he kept me fully informed, protected the value of my sale, and made sure every detail moved forward on time. What stood out most was that Michael never pushed for the easy route. He advocated for me, maintained pressure when necessary, and always explained both the strategy and the reasoning behind it. His negotiation skills were exceptional, resulting in a strong offer well above the list price. To make it even more amazing, this was achieved during the slowest time in the market: November/December! He created excellent leverage for buyers exactly when it mattered, turning an unprofitable sale into a very profitable one! Every part of the sale was handled well. His preparations for listing, pricing recommendations, marketing strategy, and buyer communication were spot on. His team was insanely responsive, organized, and proactive. Even with the complications we encountered, I always felt 100% supported because Michael remained calm and solution-focused. I cannot recommend Michael and his team highly enough. If you are buying or selling in San Diego, you genuinely will not find a more capable, trustworthy, or skilled agent. He truly exceeded every expectation I had!

My wife and I took some time off together this morning to go to the Alpine Wells Fargo branch and…read moreopen a checking account for her. Her first. I had even scheduled an appointment on-line two days prior. We arrived about 10-minutes late (absolutely not my fault). All of the Tellers were friendly about it and non-judgemental so our lateness was not an issue. Associate Personal Banker Sandra K. took us to a desk, and for the next couple hours we had an enjoyable time together while Sandra covered every imaginable aspect of a Wells Fargo checking account (and a savings account, which it turns out we needed), and overdraft protection, and debit card art, and personal checks, and automatic transfers, and PINs, and paper-free accounts. It was, without doubt, the most thorough opening a checking account experience I have ever had. And it was also calming in a zen way with pleasant banker company. I'm happy to recommend this bank branch.

The worst lender I have every worked with! We have been trying to Register our new car for 4…read moremonths. They have no idea what there doing. They have sent us to the DMV four times with incorrect information. Even the DMV said there really bad and don't know what there doing. Now we are going to pay late fees because our temporary registration has expired. The last person has now quit! They hung up on me yesterday. Don't finance anything with them!

I can only recommend this business. I got a refund from the State that other accountants missed or…read morecould not figure out. It's a big amount and I'm very happy. I got the check in the mail today just as they promised. Quick and efficient and friendly. Thank you!

Kristy has been helping us prepare our taxes for the last 4 years and she has always provided…read moreexceptional service. She always goes out of her way to make sure we have everything we need & that we are taken care of before we leave our appointment. Thankful to have had a friend refer her to us! She has allowed us to bring our newborn to now toddler to our appointments and is always very accommodating.

I'm extremely disappointed with my experience at Chase Bank. This is now the fourth time they've…read morefailed to order my debit card correctly. Four times. That's not a small mistake -- that's a pattern of carelessness. Instead of focusing on doing their job properly and making sure my card was ordered accurately, the representative spent time making small talk and asking unrelated questions. I'm all for friendly service, but accuracy and competence should come first -- especially when it's something as basic as ordering a card correctly. Each mistake has caused unnecessary delays and inconvenience on my end. I've had to keep coming back and following up because the bank couldn't get it right the first time -- or the second, third, or fourth. At this point, it feels like attention to detail and accountability are seriously lacking. I expect better from a major bank. I hope management takes this feedback seriously and focuses on training staff to prioritize doing their job correctly over casual conversation. Very frustrating experience.

The bank was empty of customers. I came in before lunch to set up an account. I was told to come…read moreback at three. I came back at 3:10 and was told I missed my "appointment ". They didn't tell me it was an appointment and they didn't take my name. The person who set up accounts did not have any people around and I found the entire thing to be rude and unusual.

I contacted this company when I ran into a property tax assessment issue. Jeff Campbell called me…read morepersonally and has been incredibly helpful without expecting anything in return. I can't say enough of how amazing he has been and going out of his way to help me, following up, and checking in to see that my needs were met. He is an 11 out of 10!

I have worked with Jeff on a few transactions. he was a pleasure to work with. Not only is a…read moreprofessional but a wonderful person. I highly recommend him if you're looking to buy or sell a home.