At a mutual friend's recommendation, I worked with Chris Walker to sell an investment property…read more(that was fairly run down) that was roughly two hours away from me. Because of this I wasn't able to be completely involved in everything, but that didn't matter because Chris has many contacts and was able to effectively handle everything that needed to be done all while getting us a very good offer within a very quick time frame. Once we began the selling process, we were able to get a solid offer and close everything within about one month. I couldn't be happier with my experience with Chris and would recommend him to anyone looking to buy or sell in the OC area. Also, he is very responsive with both texts and calls and will keep you up to date with things before you even reach out. Thank you, Chris, for a great experience! One more note - this was not my first experience buying/selling a property, but I have to add that Chris has been the best realtor I have worked with by far. Smooth and easy process with him from day one.

If you're looking for a realtor who's not just amazing at what he does but also genuinely…read morecares--Chris Walker is your guy. From start to finish, Chris was diligent, patient, positive, and incredibly friendly. He made a potentially overwhelming process feel smooth and stress-free. He always took time to listen, explain things clearly, and never rushed me. Chris was more than just professional--he was supportive, kind, and went the extra mile every step of the way. I now consider him not just my forever realtor, but also a friend. I'd recommend him without hesitation to anyone looking for a trustworthy and compassionate agent. Thank you so much Chris!!!

We made the mistake of listing our home with a good friend , emphasis, unfortunately, on former…read more His strategy was to price the house low to create a bidding war. Sounded great in theory. In reality, after a month of lowball offers, deals falling apart, and absolutely none of the promised bidding-war fireworks, he suggested we reduce the price even further , despite similar homes, many not nearly as nice as ours, selling for more. We were completely perplexed. Every time we asked what was going on, there seemed to be another explanation about something supposedly wrong with the house, but never much acknowledgment that maybe , just maybe, the strategy itself wasn't working. At some point, when your beautiful home starts being treated like the last dented can in the clearance aisle, you know something has gone sideways. So we parted ways, took the house off the market for a few weeks, regrouped, and hired Kathe. The difference was immediate. From the moment Kathe walked through the door, she understood what made the home special. The custom woodwork, the huge back patio, the classic kidney-shaped pool, and all the little details that gave the house character. Instead of telling us what was wrong with it, she saw what was right with it. And we loved that. She brought in stagers, added her own personal touches, repositioned the home properly and , this is the part we particularly enjoyed, suggested we actually raise the asking price by $10,000 over our original listing. The minute the house hit the market, we received multiple offers. It sold in a freaking WEEK for nearly $40,000 more than what we had originally been asking. Talk about night and day. The entire experience with Kathe, albeit a very quick one, was an absolute pleasure. She understood the home, understood the market, and most importantly, knew how to present it in a way that made buyers see what we had always seen in it. We genuinely could not recommend her more highly to anyone looking to buy or sell a home. And when the day eventually comes to say goodbye to our current house, there won't be a dramatic realtor audition process. We're calling Kathe.

We put our dream home on the market in Mission Viejo and got 8 offers with no turnover. Switched…read moreagents to Kathe and it was the most seamless transaction. Kathe knew the neighborhood, knew the potential buyers and just got to work. She raised the asking price and one week later we had multiple offers over asking. I truly think Kathe is an expert in her field and she knows Mission Viejo inside and out. I would not hesitate to recommend Kathe. It was night and day from our first realtor. Just a consummate professional with huge negotiation skills.

We bought a San Clemente home with Jeff as our buying agent in 2008. He was awesome then, so when…read moreit came time to sell this summer we reached out and engaged Jeff as our selling agent. Great decision! He guided us through the process and was patient, attentive, communicative, and went above and beyond in many ways. (We moved out of the area and then handed the house off to him to sell - so we were interacting by text, phone, and e-mail once we were out and he was able to show the house.) He got us multiple offers in what seemed like record time, and helped us negotiate the details. (He even had to handle an ill-timed plumbing leak that cropped up thanks to Murphy's Law.) We would HIGHLY recommend Jeff to anyone either buying or selling!

We've known Jeff for a few years now. We first met him at an open house, and after a brief…read moreconversation about home searching and purchasing, we decided to ask Jeff to be our buyer's agent. As everyone currently searching for a home knows, the current real estate market is highly competitive, with increased home prices and high interest rates. Jeff was able to find us an off-market home, and we just successfully closed the deal. We feel fortunate to have Jeff as our agent. He is very patient, knowledgeable, professional, and responsive. With 40 years of experience, his expertise is truly beneficial. We highly recommend Jeff and his team for your real estate needs.

I have had a couple of Real Estate transactions in the past and I have always turned to Lou…read moreSanderson for assistance. Because of her knowledge and expertise, I know that I am going to deal with a professional that will help me make the right decision.

Lou's attention to detail is second to none! She works diligently for her sellers and makes sure…read morethat escrow closes EARLY!!!! If you are thinking of selling or buying then you need to have Lou on your side!!! Thank you, Joe

Todd Picconi is the best! Even though he was unable to take me on as a client to sell my home at…read morethe time I was ready, he referred me to another realtor that he thought would be a perfect fit. I had the utmost trust in Todd based on past experience, so I went with his recommendation and they were great! I had 9 offers within the first 4 days, all but one over ask! And Todd not only remained in contact with me to make sure it went smoothly, he also researched to find me the perfect realtor in my new home state! Todd goes above and beyond!

We trusted in Todd with both the selling and purchase of our homes during this wild time in the…read morehousing market. He absolutely went above and beyond any and all expectations. We sold for far more then asking and purchased our new home at a better then asking deal in our favor. Very pleased. Couldn't have done it without Todd helping us navigate this market. He was very attentive and caught any and all mistakes on our docs before any processing delays could occur. Couldn't ask for a better realtor.

I have to share my experience with this agent. Allison Sorenson represented the seller. She was…read morenot truthful and unprofessional. There were several things she said were negotiable and then became a hard no when we entered into escrow. Also, when the contingencies were not lifted on her timeframe, she was incredibly rude to me and my mom and my banker. Lastly, when we closed she didn't show up, and when we were given a key to the front door that had a broken lock and we couldn't get in. Their response was " oh she should have gotten the home insurance company out" So basically, too bad. They wouldn't pick up their for sale wooden post, even after texting several times. Alison just ignored us and we were stuck with it. Very unprofessional and not a pleasant experience.

Phoenix is incredibly efficient and professional, with an unmatched work ethic. He works quickly,…read moreprioritizes his clients, and will drop whatever he's doing to get contracts moving right away--whether you're buying or selling a property. No task is too big or too small for him, and he's always willing to help with rentals as well. What truly sets him apart is his commitment to going the extra mile; whenever an issue or unexpected inconvenience arises, he takes care of it immediately and tackles it with ease. He comes highly recommended.

From the owner: Today it's more critical than ever to partner with a Realtor who is committed to helping you…read morenavigate our dynamic real estate market here in Southern California. Drawing on a decade of sales, marketing and negotiating experience, Phoenix provides a concierge-style real estate service that get results! He not only spends time getting to know each of his client’s needs, but also considers each property’s unique features to determine the best pricing and marketing strategies for success. “My mission is to take the stress out the home buying process for you.” This might explain why over 75% of his business is referral-based! Whether you are ready to buy your first or fifth home, an invest/commercial property, or just looking to see the word "SOLD" posted outside your current home, Phoenix welcomes an opportunity to assist you in all of your real estate needs.

Working with Michelle Layton was an absolute pleasure! As first time homebuyers, we weren't quite…read moresure what to expect when we were paired with her through Zillow, but she made the home buying process simpler and easier than we would have ever imagined. She was very attentive and always available to talk when we had questions. She helped us get a competitive offer in on our dream home the same day we viewed it, even staying up late with us to make sure we got it in as quickly as possible. We appreciated Michelle's honesty and transparency, giving us honest feedback about our offer strategy and what to expect throughout the process. She explained things clearly in a way that made it easy to understand for a couple people with no experience in real estate. She was also instrumental in getting us help with lenders, home inspections, and final negotiations in escrow. All in all, we can't can't say enough good things about our experience with Michelle. And we certainly wouldn't have landed our home without her!

I cannot thank Kimberly Young enough for her diligence and exceptional service in helping us find…read moreour dream home. I knew in my heart that Kimberly was the best fit because she shares my last name, my maiden name! I was not wrong! Kimberly was extremely responsive and always on top of her game. She knows her stuff in the realty world, and spent a considerable amount of time and energy helping us. The end result was we purchased our dream home!!! She is a sharp negotiator and knows exactly how to get what her clients need and want. It has been a wonderful process working with Kimberly, and I would highly recommend her to any and all future homebuyers looking for their dream home! Allie Young Lyon

Allison Sorenson and Sherry Wild are amazing. What a great tag team. I got Sherry's number from a…read moreneighbor. Sherry has this kind nature about her and it was a pleasure chatting with her. She took the time to listen to what we were looking for and what we needed. She choose the perfect realtor to assist my husband and I in renting our townhome. Allison Sorenson is a breath of fresh air and our saving grace. My husband is in the military and we moved to hawaii, leaving our place in California vacant until we could find another renter. Allison came in, worked hard and took charge of what needed to be done by finding us a contractor, painter and someone to help manage our property. She was completely transparent throughout this whole process and always kept us in the loop of what was happening to our home. Before we knew it...She found us a great renter. Thank you ladies! We really appreciate you both! Much love and Aloha, Fenton and Allison Lee

From the owner: Welcome to Coldwell Banker Dana Point/San Clemente in Orange County, California. Serving the local…read morecommunities of San Clemente, Dana Point, Capistrano Beach, San Juan Capistrano, and Monarch Beach. Our Premier Office provides truly remarkable, residential, and commercial real estate services. Expansive ocean views from San Clemente and Dana Point are real show stoppers with the emerald green hillsides and horse properties of San Juan Capistrano right next door. We are both a bustling beach front community along with the old world charm of quaint San Juan Capistrano with its mission and famous yearly return of the swallows. Surrounded by upscale and mid-range properties, each exudes the casual elegance of a truly exceptional Orange County lifestyle. Locals flock to the shops and restaurants on Avenida Del Mar in San Clemente or the scenic Dana Point harbor. Also popular are our family-friendly beaches, and we are proud to be the home of world-class surfing venues such as Trestles Beach. You'll appreciate the stunning views, year-round sunshine and ocean breezes. A home in any of our areas exemplifies the experience of beach living and small town charm. Real estate agents affiliated with Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage are independent contractor sales associates and are not employees of Coldwell Banker..