Watkins Real Estate is an amazing company that I fully trusted through my Real Estate transaction…read more I would and I have recommend them to my family and friends. Great people and very timely.

Please do yourself a favor and stay far away from this agency. I have never worked with a company…read morethat is so beyond unprofessional and disrespectful. I am writing this review for the purpose of warning future home owners and renters to NOT work with this agency. I got the approval from the land lord herself to rent her property without proof of income (paystubs) since I work in a cash only business. Keep in mind that I was recommended this unit by a friend, who is friends with the landlord. In her defense she wanted a co-signer with stable income and double the deposit which I agreed to and was happy to offer. We submitted our application but it was not approved because of "missing documentation" which were pay stubs and because I forgot to photocopy my ID. The lady I spoke basically to told me to send them the application fee even though it would not be approved since there was no proof of income. Keep in mind we had three applicants for a total of 105$ for three applications. I refused to send in the money until Ralph and the landlord herself communicated approving the fact that I had no income. I received no response. I called multiple times asking to speak to Ralph directly with no response. We emailed Ralph for a follow-up. No response. I finally called today to ask if him and his co-worker (Patricia) communicated about my situation and he responded no. He told me it was my fault for not sending in a "complete" application when I already received the green light from the landlord herself about missing documentation. He told me they already approved someone else. I asked why he failed to communicate to me about this and he said "why do I need to respond to you". At this point I was in such disbelief of the unprofessionalism and lack of communication I hung up. He laughed when I told him how unprofessional this whole process was and he told me "you are the one that's being unprofessional." They had already approved someone, but Patricia still wanted me to come in and drop off $105 just for them to tell me my applications would not be approved? My boyfriend and I bit the bullet this time, and maybe we got lucky that we didn't sign a one year lease just to be stuck with this agency. Better luck next time. Fun fact: this property we were trying to rent has been posted for OVER A MONTH with nobody being approved. In the Bay Area, we all know places are filled and taken in a little as a day! This fact alone should have been a major red flag, but we decided to proceed anyways (with major regret). I can only assume that they are just scamming people for applications fees. Ralph, if you are reading this: understand that landlords are not your only customers, prospective tenants deserve that respect too. I am a working citizen, just because I have no paystubs doesn't mean I don't deserve the respect I should be able to receive from a family run business. Your inability to work with us by discriminating us because of pay stubs is hurtful and uncomfortable.

We were referred to Cristina Bales and Les Fohl by a family member, and we had an absolutely…read morefantastic experience working with them. From the very beginning, they laid out a clear strategy and walked us through their process with confidence and professionalism. We trusted their approach completely -- and it paid off. Thanks to their expertise and execution, our home sold for nearly 25% over the asking price. Cristina and Les communicated with us every step of the way. We always felt informed, supported, and genuinely treated as partners in the process. Their work ethic is exceptional. They went above and beyond in preparing, marketing, and managing every detail of the sale. They truly operate as concierge realtors -- coordinating improvements, guiding presentation decisions, and making what could have been a stressful experience feel smooth and manageable. They handled the heavy lifting so we could focus on the bigger picture. We would absolutely work with Cristina and Les again for any future real estate needs. If you are looking for trusted professionals who deliver outstanding results, we cannot recommend them highly enough.

IF I COULD GIVE 10 STARS TO THIS POWER HOUSE TEAM I WOULD!!! We've worked with many realtors but,…read more Fohl Realty is thee best in the industry! Highly recommend Les Fohl, Cristina Bales & Jeff Fajardo for anything real estate & especially complex cases ! With their vast experience & resources they handled a very complicated almost impossible transaction couple years ago for our family and Les & Cristina sold our homes within a week! Then Jeff Fajardo helped us quickly buy a home in Tracy. Jeff is great to work with as well and always available for anything you need! Recently ,Cristina & Les came again and helped us strategize for an out of state move w/ a remodel & sold our home within days and helped us find a great realtor in NV! Cristina had many resources for anything we needed, was always available, encouraging & is she smart ! I would trust her & Les' judgement and knowledge fully! She even sold my brother's home in Stockton quickly which was a difficult rental case as well. All of their staff Gianna & Cassondra that handled the administrative tasks were great too! Patient, friendly & very knowledgeable team ! Thank you Fohl Realty once again for all your help making a dream into reality ! From our entire family , God bless!

Michele and Bradley made selling my Oakland home genuinely painless. They were communicative…read morethroughout, knew the market, and kept things moving even when escrow hit some snags with Alameda County recording. I always knew what was happening and why. If you're buying or selling in the East Bay, these two are the real deal.

Michele and Bradley are top-tier agents who know how to navigate a tough Oakland real estate…read moremarket. They handled every challenge we faced with expert strategy, incredible attention to detail, and tireless effort to get our condo deal closed. Through it all, they were a complete joy to work with. If you need agents who will advocate for you and handle complex transactions with ease, hire Michele and Bradley.

again, Community came thru like a rock star. Jen Glassmaker was so professional, quick and…read moreefficient. Jen completed another great job. Many thanks to all of the team members at Community and Ms. Jen Glassmaker making it happen. Jen was dedicated and focused to get the job done in 2 days. As always, I am grateful and ecstatic.

Community Realty has been one of my property managers for nearly a decade yes 10 years and I must…read moresay they just keep getting better. Properties all look good rents stay at the top of the market expenses are inline. Keep up the Great work and I hope were together for another 10 years.

I recently worked with Perry and Tianne to sell a house that my brother and I inherited. I…read moreimmediately knew that they were the realtors I wanted to go with; the house was in poor shape, but they saw potential and were up for project managing the cosmetic and structural repairs. I truly didn't believe the house could look so good! It took about three months to get everything done once they got started, but it went SO smoothly. Perry handled everything, and the house looked spectacular by the end! It sold within a week of being on the market. I also appreciated how Perry handled more sensitive family dynamics. Overall, he and Tianne are reliable, savvy, ambitious (but realistic) realtors who know the San Leandro market super well. I couldn't have hoped for a better experience!

We are living our best life in our dream home, in beautiful Livermore and it is truly magical!…read moreBeautiful sunrises from our front porch and beautiful sunsets from our backyard! The journey to owning any home, let alone one's dream home, is both a stressful and exciting time wrought with emotion. Finding an amazing realtor who makes it all seamless is the single most important decision one can make at the onset of this very important journey. We feel incredibly fortunate to have found that one of a kind realtor --Jeanine Rinetti, thanks to raving reviews from close friends who had also used Jeanine for their home purchase. From our first conversation on the phone to our first in-person meeting, to the 1001 texts back and forth, Jeanine was patient, knowledgeable reassuring and accommodating, never once pressuring us to make a decision. She always made us feel like we had all the time in the world and she was along for the ride no matter how long it took. What an incredible gift that was!!!! Once we made the decision, Jeanine took care of things even before we asked, following up and running interference, and making everything just happen. For us, with our busy work lives, all the little things Jeanine handled, even after our home purchase, showed us what a full service shop she runs. Beyond the service she provided for us as our realtor, her warm personality draws you in and makes you feel cared for. Our experience could not have been more perfect, and the icing on the cake - we are lucky to now call Jeanine our friend!

If you're looking for a quality management company, AC Goldt is the place. Amanda, Nathan and the…read moreentire team are great to work with--responsive, professional, and quick to handle maintenance requests in a timely manner. From our family to yours, thank you for all the great work you do!

While I use Yelp almost daily, I don't often post reviews as I simply don't have time. So when I…read moredo, it means the experience was very important to me. And this review is long overdue. I've had the pleasure of renting a property via AC Goldt Realty for several years, and I'm so grateful for having had an excellent agency to work with. Over the years, Amanda and her team has always gone above and beyond to help me. Whether it was a maintenance issue, new request, or general question, they would jump on it and resolve immediately. I knew that I could always count on them and trust that I would always receive top notch service. When I recently moved, it was very bittersweet because while I was excited about my new place, I was sad to know that I would not be working with Amanda at my new home. For me to say this is very significant as I never felt connected or important to any other agency or rental mgmt company. It's like they make you feel like you're a part of their family, and will always be taken care of. So if you're ever looking for a management company to work with, trust me, you can stop your search here and go with AC Goldt. You will not regret it.

Huge thank you to Jessica for helping me sell my home! She isn't just a realtor; she's a design…read moregenius. Her staging transformed my home, highlighting its best features in a way I couldn't have imagined. It made a massive difference in how the property was perceived. Thanks to her expertise and preparation, we sold for over the asking price. She knows the market inside and out and builds a strategy that delivers. If you're buying or selling, you need her in your corner! Beyond the business side, she is a kind and genuine person. I felt completely comfortable trusting her as my realtor. She felt like a good friend. She helped me every step of the way. No matter how small my concern, she was incredibly responsive and patient, ensuring I always felt heard and informed. Thank you Jessica!

We worked with Sam again--this time to rent out our property--and he exceeded our expectations once…read moreagain. He leveraged his network to find an excellent tenant, communicated proactively throughout the process, and made everything seamless. We certainly feel we are in safe hands when working with Sam. We couldn't recommend him more highly.

I put my home up for sale after it had been rented for 20 years by the same tenant…read more I put my trust in the Evolve Real Estate team. They did not disappoint. The customer service and technical assistance were of such high quality that I felt I need to bring this performance to other home sellers or buyers. I was served by Leslie Peterson, Kristin Peterson-Bleth, and Franceseca Davila Peterson. During the cumbersome and sometimes frustrating process, I was led and guided by high-quality technical competence, knowledge of the required procedures, and problem-solving creativity. The Evolve Real Estate Team always kept me informed and was immediately responsive to my phone calls. A very happy customer. Beatrice Doyle

My wife and I worked with Leslie, Kristen, and Francesca to sell our first home and find our…read more"forever home" this past summer. Throughout the process, they kept us well-informed and were always available for our many calls, texts, and questions. They provided invaluable referrals at every stage--from trusted loan agents to skilled landscapers--and their deep knowledge of the market, familiarity with the neighborhoods we were interested in, and strong relationships with local sellers' agents made the often daunting process of buying and selling much smoother. We're especially grateful for their guidance, which not only saved us time and eased our anxiety, but also led to decisions that saved us a significant amount of money. I would wholeheartedly recommend Evolve Real Estate to any buyer or seller in the Hayward or Castro Valley area. Thank you, Evolve Real Estate, for helping us every step of the way!