Working with Cristina and Julie was THE BEST experience! They took care of every single detail with…read moreregards from pre-market prep to closing. They really know how to navigate the changing Bay Area market, and with their talents and advice, I was able to sell at the price I was hoping AND after only one weekend of showing the home. They made a stressful life transition feel smooth and manageable. I cannot thank them enough!

We worked with Cristina to sell our condo during a challenging time in the market. She helped us to…read morebe able to put our property in the best light. Also when we had an unexpected need for a contractor she helped us find someone who quickly did an excellent job. I highly recommend Cristina and her associate Julie who combined did an excellent job getting our place sold!

Nicki has helped purchase multiple properties within our extended family. She is super friendly,…read morestraightforward and an excellent guide for your real estate transactions. Nicki turned out to be super lucky for us as we ended up purchasing the first house we bid. She was super patient, never pressured us in anyway and gave her honest feedback. Her timely advice to us about purchase vs sale and timing worked in our favor. She is always there to answer questions any time of day. Nicki is an excellent resource on san jose neighborhoods and she knows a lot about specific sub areas and their characteristics. She would even knock doors and talk to neighbors to get a sense of the community around. With Nicki, you will honestly feel she is giving you her 100%. We are so grateful to Nicki and her team for helping us purchase our beautiful house.

NICKI is the BEST!!! So many great attributes, she deserves 10 stars. She is professional,…read moreknowledgeable, and high-energy. She was responsive to our needs and actively pursued our best interests. Listing our condo in a crowded market, she knew how to expertly navigate the situation. Nicki personally showcased our unique features that buyers may overlook. She was hands-on and kept us up to date. Even though our condo was lower priced than her more expensive listings, we never felt like she short-changed her service in any way. On a personal level, she is very friendly, patient, and understanding. We even shared a few laughs along the way. Selling our condo was complicated, we are so grateful that Nicki was there to make it happen. Her team was efficient and effective in delivering results. She runs a tight ship. We would hire Nicki again in a heartbeat.

Dale and Helen are truly in a league of their own. They are two of the hardest-working individuals…read morewe've ever worked with, and they pulled off a sale that most thought couldn't happen. They hosted open houses every week while the property was on the market, carried and staged furniture themselves, and always stayed in constant communication with us. When repairs came up during the listing, Dale and Helen took care of them right away. Their dedication and hands-on approach were absolutely key to making this sale happen -- especially during one of the toughest times to sell as a homeowner. These two are pure magic. If you need your property sold quickly, efficiently, and for top dollar, we 100% recommend them. My wife and I have bought and sold several properties, and without a doubt, Dale and Helen stand out by leaps and bounds above the rest.

I recently met with Dale Warfel to discuss a potential listing in Sunnyvale, and I was immediately…read moreimpressed. Dale is a Bay Area native with a deep understanding of the local market, and it shows in the way he approaches real estate. What stood out most to me was how attentive, honest, and caring he is. He really takes the time to listen, explain options clearly, and provide thoughtful advice. There's no fluff or salesy pressure. just straight, genuine guidance from someone who clearly knows his stuff and truly wants the best outcome for his clients. If you're selling a home, I would absolutely recommend Dale, he's the kind of agent who will work tirelessly to get you the best result. And if you're buying, I'd honestly hope he's the listing agent, because you'll know you're getting straightforward communication and professionalism. Dale is the kind of realtor you can trust, and in this market, that's priceless.

Selling a family home after 63+ years is incredibly emotional, and I knew I needed the right people…read moreto guide me through it. After my parents passed, I had to sell the home I grew up in in San Jose, CA. I interviewed several realtors but never felt the connection I was looking for. Then I found a flyer, did some research, and called Andy and Ben. From our first meeting I knew they were the right choice -- genuine, trustworthy, and compassionate. They didn't just list the house -- they managed the entire process from start to finish. They coordinated: Cleanup and preparation Repairs and construction work Landscaping and restoration of my mom's garden Contractors and scheduling A detailed timeline with constant updates They provided a clear plan showing exactly what would be done and when, and they stuck to it. There were no surprises and they kept me informed every step of the way. Even more impressive, there were no upfront costs -- everything was handled through escrow at closing, which removed a huge amount of stress during a difficult time. Because of their networking and local knowledge of the area, they found a direct buyer before the home even hit the market, and it sold at top dollar! Andy and Ben truly went above and beyond. They treated my parents' home with care and respect, even planting beautiful new flowers in my mother's garden. I'm incredibly grateful for how smoothly they handled such an emotional process. I would recommend them without hesitation to anyone who wants professionals that genuinely care and take full responsibility for the job. -- Joe R.

Ben & Andy will get the job done. Very professional and knowledgable throughout the process and are…read morejust overall stand-up guys.

Thuy did it again! She was able to sell my home quickly in this uncertain market. She was…read morereassuring and communicative throughout the whole process. As a seller this time around, I had to lower my expectations since the market is not as "hot" as it was a few years ago. This was fine with me since I just wanted my home sold ASAP since we already purchased another home and didn't want to hold onto two homes. Thuy's ability to quickly close deals and negotiation skills make her a great choice for any real estate needs. I highly recommend her if you're looking for someone that is willing to go above and beyond. Reach out to Thuy if you're looking to buy or sell in the nearby future!

Thuy DO is excellent realtor. We needed help selling my father's house, and we knew it needed…read morerepairs and upgrades. Thuy had her contractor handle all necessary work and even arranged the property inspections. She truly does everything for you. We sold the house above asking price, and if you look online, you'll see that many others have the same great experience with her. Kim Brookshaw.

Holly was an excellent agent, partnering closely on everything from carefully timing the sale, to…read morepre-work, to organization of staging and coordination with our estate salesperson. She was cognizant of minimizing the amount of hands on time needed from us and was highly responsive via text. She was able to make our international move super smooth, understands the Willow Glen market well and got us top dollar for our home sale. 10/10 would use her again.

Highly recommend Holly as a Real Estate professional. She recently helped us with the sale of a…read morehome in Willow Glen where she is considered the "Local Favorite". From start to finish, she had a plan and made the entire process easy and stress free. She was always available for any questions we had along the process and was vey knowledgeable. She went above and beyond on service as we live out of the area and couldn't always be there to meet painters, landscapers, inspectors etc. She was a delight to work with and helped us with a quick, successful sale. Thank you, Holly!

If you are looking to buy a home in South San Jose--specifically in Almaden Valley, Cambrian Park,…read moreor Los Gatos--Zaid Hanna is the agent you want in your corner. His deep-rooted knowledge of these specific communities is truly unparalleled. What sets Zaid apart is his incredible sensitivity to numbers. His property value estimations and bidding accuracy are spot on, ensuring we remained highly competitive without overpaying. He doesn't believe in a "one-size-fits-all" approach; instead, he crafts personalized tactical plans specifically tailored to his client's unique financial situation and goals. Most importantly, Zaid is a true professional who never pushes his clients. He was incredibly patient throughout the entire process and never pressured us into making a decision. He prioritized our family's best interests and comfort level above all else. For anyone seeking a strategic, data-driven agent who respects your pace and provides expert guidance, I cannot recommend Zaid Hanna highly enough!

Zaid and Shilpa from Real Estate 38 have helped us buy two homes over the course of three years,…read moreand we've had a fantastic experience both times. Zaid is warm, friendly, and knows the market extremely well. We initially spoke with him before signing on with Real Estate 38, and as first-time home buyers, he really helped put our minds at ease and gave us the confidence we needed to navigate what was, at the time, the most expensive purchase of our lives. Shilpa, who we worked with more closely throughout both home purchases, is knowledgeable, responsive, and always looking out for her clients' best interests. At the same time, she's realistic and honest about the situation. She follows through on her commitments, stays on top of every detail, and is always on time and prepared. We trusted her completely throughout both transactions and would highly recommend her to anyone looking to buy a home.

Patrick was absolutely amazing to work with as both my buyer's agent and seller's agent. From start…read moreto finish, he was friendly, approachable, and always easy to reach. He consistently kept me up to date and made sure I understood every step of the process. What really stood out was how much behind-the-scenes work Patrick handled without ever making it feel stressful on my end. He truly works tirelessly and goes above and beyond to make everything run smoothly. His knowledge of the market and attention to detail gave me a lot of confidence throughout both transactions. If you're looking for a real estate agent who is hardworking, extremely knowledgeable, and genuinely cares about his clients, I highly recommend Patrick.

His is very supportive and helped me a lot during my tenancy. I think he's a trustworthy person.read more

My wife and I are first time home buyers and Manu was our realtor…read more We got our dream house with her but I'm going to try and be objective in this review. Manu has been in the business for a long time now. The connections she has came in clutch multiple times. We got a phenomenal interest rate through her contact, got really helpful escrow people, and had multiple instances of going to open houses and name-dropping her as our agent. People in the business recognize her. You have to understand what you get with Manu though. She played every single move the safest way it could be played. We didn't put multiple offers - only one house at a time. We had contingencies to protect our bids from bad evaluations. Even celebrating the closing was only Manu-approved after the loan was approved and the docs were signed. All of which I appreciate because I'm fairly risk averse. Manu's team is a powerhouse. She made every deadline with room to spare. She was also really good at dealing with my bad mood and stress (real estate is brutal). Although towards the end I think she was a little grateful to be done with us lol. Her MO is also to give you a customized portal in MLS for houses but full honesty, my wife and her house hunting doom scrolling probably found more houses. The house we ended up buying too didn't make it through the filters. She also only comes to open houses after you like them. So she's not going to spoon feed you everything but she makes those expectations pretty clear straight away. I'd be remiss if I didn't mention that her advice was a big part of why we stepped up from looking at smaller townhouses to a single family home. No regrets there. Now one month into living at the new house, we did learn some things the hard way like home warranties are fairly useless, Yelp and Home Depot are your best friends, and if you call someone for a free inspection, they're honor bound to find something stupid for you to have to fix. So yeah again, you're not going to be spoonfed everything. So why 5 stars? I did get my dream house. And this whole experience was possibly the most stressful thing I've ever done in my life. Through it, Manu and her team were a good group of people to have in my corner.

Manu is a realtor par excellence. She recently guided us through both buying and selling our home…read morein the Cupertino area. Managing these two processes at the same time can be quite stressful, but Manu's expertise made it feel seamless. Before meeting her, we had spoken with several other realtors, and the experience felt overwhelming. With Manu, it was immediately clear that she has deep knowledge of local schools and neighborhoods. She is very competent, straightforward, and gets you results without any gimmicks. Her negotiation skills are impressive, and thanks to her, both our purchase and sale went smoothly. She is also very practical--recommending only the essential upgrades that truly add value--and connects you with reliable contractors to get things done efficiently. We highly recommend her--she is truly everything she claims in her radio ads and more!

We sold our Mountain View townhome with Rainmaker Real Estate. Their in-depth knowledge of the…read moreMountain View, Los Altos, and adjacent towns was key in our selection of Rainmaker. Another factor in selecting Rainmaker was Yao Li's diligent preparation and planning of the pre-sale process. She is awesome! Leading up to the on-market listing, Alex was super clear and explicit on what will happen and how to prepare. He also provided thoughtful advice on what listing price to select in order to attract the most buyers. We were able to go on-market, do showings, send out disclosures, and request offers in no time. Alex's support extended to a great conversation on the pros/cons of each offer, which led us to being under contract very quickly. In the end, Rainmaker Real Estate was awesome to work with. Alex and Yao provided a great product with *ZERO* drama, which is what we wanted. We will use them again, if we are in the market to purchase something in the MTV/Los Altos area.

I purchased my current home with Rainmaker about a decade ago! Alex paired me with the right…read moreperson on his team to work with. I always felt I could go to either of them with questions and concerns. Through the years, we've stayed loosely in touch. Recently I asked Alex his thoughts on a second property, sharing my concerns and parameters. He had/has really good ideas, has experience with handling different situations, and I didn't/don't feel at all pressured to purchase. When it comes, hoping the second time goes just as well!