I've been toying with the idea to buy an investment property in the San Diego area over the next…read more1-2 years (assuming rates go down to affordable levels). While I'm originally from San Diego, I'm unfamiliar with the real estate market other than looking at properties on Zillow. While talking to a childhood friend, she recommended her realtor Erin and gave me her number. It felt too intrusive to call her personal cellphone so I decided to go to her website to learn more about her and ultimately decided to call the general number. Well, guess who answered?! lol Erin. I had to mute the phone shortly after she answered because I was awkwardly giggling to myself like a crazy person. I guess I just figured someone from her team would answer so it's funny I ended up talking to her anyway. We had a nice conversation. While I had many questions, she patiently answered them all. She offered locations to consider in my price range, townhomes and single family homes and places that don't charge an HOA. I thought HOA's were only on condo's, derp. Erin demonstrated to me that she's more interested in the relationship than the transaction and I respect that. We went ahead and scheduled an appointment at her office next week so she can help me with planning.

Selling and buying a home can be very overwhelming, but having to right Realtor can make all the…read moredifference and that is exactly what I experienced with Erin Wade. It was time for my mom to finally downsize to a home which would be more manageable; square footage to yard maintenance; for someone in their 80's. Therefore, I searched Yelp and after viewing the realtors on Yelp, Erin Wade stood out even before I read her reviews. I called Erin and set up a meet and greet with my mom and husband to discuss options for selling and buying a home in the area. From starting to finish, Erin was friendly, professional, and went above and beyond to make the entire process smooth, stress-free and successful for my mom who has never had to deal with selling and buying a home for over 30+ years. Erin is incredibly knowledgeable about the market, communication was always clear and timely, and she responded to all texts and/or emails in a timely matter even while out of town for family event. If it just so happened Erin was not available, she assigned someone from her team to cover in her absence. Erin made sure we were kept in the loop on any information about the property my mom was selling and the one she was purchasing. Erin really catered to my mom's needs and to my husband and my expectations during the process. Overall, Erin made us feel we were the only customer even though we know that is not true. We; my mom, husband and I, are grateful to have found Erin Wade and her team to help my mom sell her home and find her forever home. If you are looking for a great, reliable, friendly and knowledgeable Realtor. Erin Wade is that Realtor. I will definitely call Erin Wade when I am in the market to sell my home.

As a military family coordinating return from deployment overseas, as well as a move across the…read morecountry upon return, we were unable to tour houses in person and yet needed a place to land before starting the next tour in Southern California. Despite this, Robyn Goodkind (virtually) took us through, in immaculate detail, each of the homes that we were interested, as well as proposed lovely options tailored to our family's budget, wants, and needs. Each house she toured with us she set out pros and cons of cost-to-value, location, and any architectural nuances. She was more than open to discussion and feedback given some of the unorthodox interests and pets we have. She helped us pursue some houses that she advised caution against, and when it didn't work out, where "I told you so" would have been apropos, she was ever graceful and helped us to pivot and rebound quickly! Ultimately, the house that she recommended highest was the one we decided upon; however, once the paperwork was signed (remotely), when most folks cut ties and run, she was just getting started. She went through great lengths after closing to ensure that the house was move-in-ready. Now, having unpacked and settled for a short while, we are ready to take on our next chapter, and we owe it, sincerely, to Robyn. Thank you Robyn!! ( o o )

Robyn is by far the best real estate agent I've ever had. She brings so much to the table: her…read moreexperience and depth of knowledge, (as you either know, or will find out), real estate is tricky business! She guided us every step of the way in selling my mom's (my childhood) home, with respect and understanding of not just the business end of things, but the human side. Selling, or buying, a home is an emotional experience and I felt Robyn was very aware of this part of it as well, but kept us moving to get through it. She's very smart, I had confidence in her, and she's also very personable, I felt comfortable in reaching out to her with any concerns or questions that came up. Trust is huge in any relationship, dealing with transactions of money and trust...well Robyn is very honest and transparent, I have complete trust in her. Robyn just has a great combination of experience, knowledge, the law, the money, plus very personable and kind. I feel lucky that I connected with her, so here I am telling you to go with her, you won't regret it.

Serri was an absolutely exceptional real estate agent, and we can't recommend her and her partner…read moreGeorge highly enough. We hired Serri to sell our five-acre property with an exceptional panoramic view, our beloved home, and from the very first walkthrough she was extremely professional and thorough. She inspected every bit of the home and grounds and immediately knew how to position it to meet our specific goal: a quick sale, at a strong price, with no lingering on the market and no price reductions. A previous agent had pitched our home as a retirement property, which never sat right with us. Serri saw it exactly as we did, as a family home, and priced and marketed it accordingly. She brought in her own staging team, photographer, and videographer (including drone footage), and recommended a handful of relatively small, inexpensive updates, including a fresh paint job. The return on those modest changes was remarkable. They made a huge difference in how the home showed and clearly helped drive up buyer interest and the final sale price. Serri and George held a single open house that brought in over 100 visitors, and within 48 hours we had two offers above our asking price, from a family with young children and another who was ready to start one. Both could clearly picture themselves living there. Serri and George managed every step of the process with great care and skill. We were also in the middle of an international move at the time, which made everything more stressful, and Serri and George took every worry off our plate. Whether you're buying, selling, or just need solid advice, Serri and George are fantastic, and we recommend them without hesitation.

A Seamless, Professional Home-Buying Experience with Seri Rowell…read more From our very first conversation, Seri demonstrated the utmost professionalism--she guided me (and my family) through every step with clarity, confidence, and genuine care. Her extensive knowledge of the San Diego market was evident, and I felt like I was in expert hands the whole way. What truly set Seri apart was her attentive listening. She consistently asked thoughtful questions to understand our priorities--our must-haves and nice-to-haves--and tailored her search accordingly. It was clear she wasn't just showing houses; she was working hard to find our home. Her response time was exceptional. Whenever I had a question--whether it was about a property detail, paperwork, or next steps--Seri would respond rapidly. Even evenings and weekends, she was reachable and dependable. This level of availability brought so much peace of mind. As one past client said, "She was always available for questions... and informed us what to expect" . Overall, working with Seri--and the wider Brand Realty Team--was absolutely seamless. All parts of the transaction flowed effortlessly: from viewings to offers to closing. The process felt well‑orchestrated and stress‑free, exactly what first-time buyers dream of. One review perfectly captured it: "Wonderful experience from start to finish... Extremely professional and fun.... All bases were covered" . --- Summary: What You'll Love About Seri Professional, knowledgeable, and respectful throughout Listens carefully and adapts to your needs Lightning-fast responses, available when you need her Smooth, streamlined transactions--no unexpected bumps If you're looking for a realtor who blends top-tier expertise with a personal, responsive touch, Seri Rowell is the one. I couldn't recommend her more!

I had the pleasure of meeting Erica Garcia during my process of buying a home, and I can tell you…read moreshe is an exceptional agent. Ms. Garcia is one of the most helpful, straight forward and honest agents I've encountered in a long time. Her intelligence and knowledge of the area is very apparent, and her demeanor is very pleasant. It's hard to find agents that have this caliper of professionalism and I highly recommend Ms. Garcia for your future real estate needs.

From the owner: A professional blissful Realtor and leader of Erica Garcia Team who is dedicated to helping her…read moreclients to achieve their goals and expectations. Erica Garcia loves being a real estate professional and has been in the business for 10 years. She leads Erica Garcia Team which services San Diego's North County San Diego region. Born and raised in Oceanside, Erica is a true native and area expert. Her experience, knowledge, positive attitude, and superior negotiation skills greatly benefits her clients. Erica working alongside her husband, Rafael Garcia better known as "Erica Garcia Team" work together to provide their clients with a blissful real estate experience. When choosing Erica Garcia Team, you can be confident that they have your best interests at heart. They know the market and how it is trending. They create custom marketing plans to help your home get the exposure needed to sell quickly and attain the highest possible price. Erica Garcia Team believe in assisting, guiding, listening, educating, and encouraging their clients in every real estate service they seek. They are dedicated to helping homebuyers find their dream home or investment property. Each of their clients is given free access to search all San Diego area homes, then taken to the selected homes, and followed by negotiating the best possible deal. They truly appreciate and value each of their clients and will work diligently on their behalf. Thank you for choosing Erica Garcia for your real Estate needs

Joe is an expert at his craft and an excellent person to work with!…read more I am a first-time homebuyer - Joe gave me his true opinion on places to avoid and go-after with legitimate reasons for both. I cannot even count the number of times Joe worked outside of normal business hours, including weekends, to provide support and insight. Joe's help extends beyond the role of a traditional real estate agent. He is deeply ingrained in the Oceanside community so he knows every inspector/service rep needed - who were also all fantastic to work with. This sounds cliche but it is the truth. If you work with Joe, you will have an advocate who provides a VIP-experience. There's no better way to describe my experience. Thank you Joe!

My family will never be able to thank Joe Johnston enough for his expertise, guidance, diligence,…read moreand follow through throughout the entire duration of the property sale. Joe kept us informed and up-to-date all along the way, improved the property as agreed, gave us options as it progressed, found more buyers, negotiated an excellent deal on the sale with all of the buyers, and expertly brought the best transaction to closing in record time. Joe is the best broker I have ever worked with. We are lucky to have him. Thank you, very much!

Nadine truly takes the stress out of buying a home. She treats everyone like gold, works tirelessly…read morefor her clients and somehow makes the whole process fun. When you meet her you'll know you've made a friend for life. She listens carefully to what you want and then executes. You want a real estate agent who is competent and passionate, and those are the qualities that make Nadine so valuable.

I've had the privilege to see Nadine Tyree in action multiple times and it would be an under…read moreexaggeration to say she is an amazing and honest professional. In 30 years of being her friend and former coworker, I can truly vouch for her credibility, work ethic, and charisma. She is one of the most amazing people I know, to say the least. If you need a real estate agent, I highly recommend you contact Nadine as you will not be disappointed.

Our family is proud to have the Solis Team as our go-to Realty office as they went above and beyond…read morehelping us secure our current home. They also genuinely care about the community they serve and are always available to support.

We had a great experience working with Mike and Jessica. They were always helpful, friendly, and…read morereally took the time to understand what we were looking for. They guided us through the whole process and helped us find the right house ! we truly couldn't love our home more. So grateful for their support!

Mark and the team at PCHM are true professionals. They worked quickly and efficiently on our…read morerefinance. We were able to close in just 21 days! and lowered our interest rate by 2.125%. Thank you for the seamless experience you'll have us as customers for life. The Bierbowers

Mark O'Toole is an amazing Realtor and Broker. He's closed four home loans for me over the years…read more Mark is a pure professional and was very responsive throughout the process of each loan. He's the only one I trust! I have and will continue to recommend him in the future.

Holly was a phenomenal realtor who provided excellent guidance and fought for us every step of the…read moreway. We are moving back to the North County area from the East Coast and had a very limited window to see houses in person. Ahead of our visit, Holly did a great job listening to what we wanted, providing options for us to review, and gathering feedback to distill the market down to houses that fit all of our parameters. During our house hunting trip, Holly tirelessly showed us house after house, including several day-of additions, to ensure that we had a solid understanding of the market. During this time, Holly did a great job of sticking to our original vision while adapting to our feedback as we started to better understand the market. Through this process, we felt we able to make an informed decision despite only having a few days in the area. On the last day, we found a home that was the right combination of all the things we wanted and needed for this next chapter of our lives. With a clear first choice, Holly fought hard to ensure that we were able to secure a winning offer. With her help and guidance we got the offer accepted just as we were getting ready to leave California at the end of our house-hunting trip! Getting that offer accepted was a huge victory, but Holly's effort and value did not stop there. Through every step of the the escrow process, Holly continued to advise us and fight for the best deal. This effort saved us a lot of money and made us feel confident that we truly walked away with the best price the market would allow. Even after closing Holly has continued to be a vital asset as we transition back to California. By conducting walk throughs and working with the selling agent to ensure that the property is ready for move in, Holly has once again shown that she is committed to ensuring that our best interests are represented through every aspect of the real estate buying experience. In addition to all of these wonderful qualities, working with Holly was fun! We had a great time getting to know her and she turned what could have been an absolute grind into an enjoyable and educational experience. She has our absolute highest recommendation!

Buying my first home felt like climbing Mount Everest in flip-flops - daunting and slightly…read moreterrifying! But thanks to my agent Kyle Hansen, I made it to the summit (aka, homeownership!) without losing my sanity. From the get-go, Kyle was a rockstar. He patiently explained every step, answered my endless questions (no matter how silly), and never pressured me to settle. He knew exactly what I was looking for and helped me find a place that felt like "me" the moment I walked in. Thank you Kyle and to the team at Shafran Realty Group!

In the midst of a contentious divorce, I found Michelle Carrillo to help sell our condo in downtown…read moreOceanside. It wasn't an ideal situation as there were several other comps for sale in the building and not enough interest to warrant a sales price equivalent to what we paid for it. Plus, I wasn't in a great space emotionally so the whole thing really sucked. I'm SO grateful for Michelle though. She made me feel at ease, I felt supported and understood with her compassion and kindness, and she continually went the extra mile to make the condo attractive to buyers and get it sold. She made sure it was clean and freshly painted when my ex left it dirty with smudges on the walls. This included her tracking down the correct paint from a neighbor! Her warm and friendly personality was an asset as she was able to hold open houses when she was first told it wouldn't be allowed and she encouraged anyone who stopped in her office across the street to check out our condo. All the while, her real estate expertise and excellent communication guided us through the scary and arduous process. It took a couple of months and we took a financial hit, but I am 100% sure that if it weren't for Michelle, we would have lost even more time and money. It would have also been a way more stressful process. In addition, she provided me with a broker's price opinion on a property I had owned prior to the marriage which helped me in the divorce proceedings. I'll always appreciate everything she did for me during this difficult time. If you are looking a holistic real estate experience, you will be so grateful that you hired Michelle.

I was interested in a foreclosed-upon condo in Sherman Oaks at the very bottom of the market back…read morein Feb. 2012. The selling party was the bank. That's how I was first introduced to Michelle Zepp-Carrillo and her then-(senior) selling partner. They represented buyer (me) and seller (the bank), with my full knowledge. The transaction went smoothly and to my satisfaction in all respects, and the well-located condo proved to be a wise investment indeed, having increased in value from $170,000 to $575,000. One day, the Tax Man will get his share, if he waits long enough. By spring 2016 I was thinking of investing some accumulated cash in another, affordable condo, seeking again a run-down property, well-located, with upside potential. There were not many choices that checked all the boxes within my price range. Having stayed in touch with her over those preceding four years, (and, she with me), I was happy to call Michelle to assist me in the search. I was happy to do most of the early footwork, picking out, online, properties that seemed promising. Michelle patiently drove me around, from The Valley, to Inglewood, as we checked out the units that fit my criteria. She liked to kick the tires so to speak, knocking on doors of neighboring units so as to elicit those folks' TRUE opinion of the given complex, including all the DIRT we wanted to hear. Not all agents would be gutsy enough to do that sort of thing, but Michelle is not your ordinary agent. When that unit and complex disappointed (poorly run complex with serious financial and management issues, but we knew all about that going in), we sold the property in mid 2021 after I chose to extensively renovate it. Despite the intractable issues at the complex, I still sold at a decent profit. Once again, Michelle came through, giving advice on pricing and renovation priorities, preparing the final details as it went to listing, showing the unit, and handling with competence the usual details of the offer/acceptance/escrow period. Don't let the little girl high voice fool you. This is a tough, experienced pro, who has unusual GEOGRAPHICAL BREADTH. In the course of her foreclosure years, she worked with properties from the very northern limits of L.A. County, down to the O.C. and the Mexican border. She doesn't have a "farm" as the term goes; is not hung up on hoeing over and over again one tiny neighborhood or town. Michelle has a much wider view and much wider experience in all sorts of neighborhoods, all over Southern California. And she has the gas bills and tire/brake job invoices to prove it. She has become a friend. She is a genuine person, grounded, no real estate agent airs, and she will make you laugh a lot along the way; Michelle is a naturally funny person. She can't help it. I can't recommend her too highly.