Updating to add: Working with Drew, Savannah, and the…read moreWilkerson Team to buy our home in San Francisco was a reassuring experience from start to finish. They guided us through every step with needed honesty and a deep knowledge of the market while always being encouraging. They have great balance of realism, which is needed in this market, and awareness of our specific hopes. They also have all the connections, whether to a mortgage broker, home inspector, or reliable repair person. Everything they recommended made the process less stressful! We always felt like we as individuals mattered. Drew, Savannah, and the team were forthright and responsive no matter the time or question. Like a good therapist, they never pressured us or told us what to do. Instead, they helped lead us to the right decisions for our family. They also are just lovely, human people, which made it all the more awesome. We cannot thank them enough for helping us find our home, and we would recommend them without hesitation!

From the start, Drew was so incredibly intentional about getting to know my wife and I and what we…read morewere looking for in the house buying process. He took his time as we toured each property, gave really critical insight into how we could change, remodel, and re-design homes, and made us feel at ease in a market that has been crazy (which is an understatement). Towards the end of the process, Drew helped us put in a bid that was competitive not just on price but on terms which is ultimately what won us the house! We're so happy we got to work with Drew, Heather, and the team and we wouldn't hesitate to work with them for all our real estate needs going forward and would highly recommend the Wilkerson team to our friends and family :)

One of the best realtors in San Francisco in my opinion. Highly reccomend. Very informative and…read morehelpful theough the process. Thanks again!

Charles is patient and knowledgeable in his business. A delight working with him. I wish you well!read more

Kevin at Park North RE was recommended to me by a trustworthy contact and I am so pleased to share…read morethat choosing Kevin to list my property in Daly City was the BEST decision. What I look for in anyone I do business with: punctuality, strong interpersonal and soft skills, and work ethic. I was impressed with Kevin's overall wisdom and knowledge in terms of strategy, this city, also his intuitiveness, patience, and most of all, what an excellent communicator he is. Kevin is an SF native and, believe me, you want to work with someone who is originally from here. Kevin is such a great point of contact. He has a great network, provides excellent ideas and suggestions, is prudent, ethical, and always willing to explain things clearly and effectively. My property listed and sold in what felt like record time thanks to Kevin at Park North RE! If you are looking to buy or sell, Kevin is definitely someone you want on your side as he will make a very stressful situation actually feel quite pleasant. Kevin is a total gem. I so look forward to working with him again. Feel free to PM me if you have any questions or would like additional details!

Kevin Birmingham was a true and kind professional realtor, through out the entire listing/escrow…read moreprocess. He is very knowledgable, responsive, patient, flexible, perseverant, compassionate and generous with his time. Any challenges (real estate market, tenant, HOA, etc.) were quickly addressed/resolved, with ease and a path forward, towards a successful sale/close ! Hector Maldonado

Mike Freethy, of Compass, is the platinum level broker for the sale of your property or Estate in…read moreSan Francisco. After vetting a number of brokers who have the "highest volume of sales," we elected to work with Mr. Freethy as he focuses on "one property at a time to obtain the highest value for the property." He has a proven record of obtaining the highest property values. Our property involved a 100yo home which my aunt had owned for the majority of her life. It had not been updated for some time and was in need of a keen eye to appeal to the current prospective buyers. We were so torn as we were very emotionally invested in keeping the property in the family. The final updates honored the home and made the transition easier. Mr. Freethy, initially, had done a marketing valuation for us in 2016 when my aunt was unable to manage her affairs. He did another marketing plan for 2018 with the comparables as well. He was able to visualize the valuable assets of our estate. He was very intuitive re: the view, the garden, parking availability as well as architectural features, which he then worked to highlight prior to the actual marketing. He has a team of brokers, including his wife and partner. They navigate the paperwork together. He personally coordinated the arborist, the gardener, the painter, handyman, floor resurfacing, removal and estate furniture sales referrals. He gave us a list of donation and recycling sites from medical equipment to books to household items. Additionally, he was able to coordinate with the city for a low volume toilet. He is keenly aware of the city's ordinances as well as the benefits. We, additionally, had a tenant. He was respectful of their rights and our obligations to honor their privacy, their concerns. He consulted with both our attorneys for the estate and regarding Tenant rights for any Issues which required an expert opinion. I cannot imagine navigating the sale of an estate in San Francisco without someone as knowledgeable as Mike Freethy and his team. He was totally unflappable with any of the paperwork, repairs, disclosures etc that are required in the sale of an estate in San Francisco. His communication, availability and detailed follow up were a necessity for any person considering the sale of an estate. He will meet any challenges that occur in a thoughtful and detailed manner.

Mike Freethy is awesome. He was our agent when we sold our family home and also another family…read moremember's home in San Francisco. Mike just knows everything to do. He has all the resources for services needed prior to sale and after and he was available to us the entire time. He is professional and friendly. Both Mike and Joy are so helpful. Selling or buying a home is a big deal and having people like Mike and Joy who are so trustworthy makes it so comfortable. I can still call him and he always knows the answer.

I am honored to provide my highest recommendation for David Ayerdi of Sotheby's International…read moreRealty for his exceptional representation in the successful sale of two of my San Francisco properties: a four-unit apartment building and a separate personal residence. From the outset, David demonstrated the level of professionalism, discretion, and strategic insight that one expects from a top-tier real estate advisor. Selling two very different properties required a nuanced understanding of both the investment and luxury residential markets in San Francisco, and David handled each transaction with remarkable expertise. In marketing the four-unit apartment building, David skillfully positioned the property to attract qualified investors by presenting its financial performance, long-term potential, and market value with clarity and sophistication. His pricing strategy and negotiation skills were outstanding, ultimately securing a strong sale price while navigating the complexities that often accompany multi-unit transactions. The sale of my personal residence required a more curated and lifestyle-focused approach, and David delivered an elegant and thoughtful marketing strategy that highlighted the home's unique character and appeal. His ability to identify serious buyers, manage negotiations effectively, and maintain momentum through closing resulted in an excellent outcome. What truly distinguishes David is his unwavering commitment to client service. Every aspect of the process--from preparation and marketing to negotiations and closing--was handled with meticulous attention to detail. Just as important, David conducted both transactions with complete discretion and professionalism, which was especially important to me. I trusted him implicitly to represent my interests, protect confidential information, and guide the process with integrity. David's combination of market expertise, negotiation skill, and white-glove client service places him among the finest real estate professionals in San Francisco. I am deeply appreciative of his work and would recommend him without hesitation to anyone seeking a knowledgeable, trustworthy, and highly capable real estate advisor.

I can not say enough about David Ayerdi as a realtor and a genuine person. His expertise paired…read morewith his care and concern create an effective real estate professional well versed in the ins and outs of the San Francisco market. I recommend David especially for anyone seeking an expert in rental property sales in San Francisco. His deep understanding of the local market is truly impressive, particularly his comprehensive knowledge of San Francisco's complex tenant laws. This expertise proved invaluable in navigating the intricacies of our recent transaction. My unit being a rental unit with a tenant in place was a complex deal with a lot of moving parts. I was fortunate to have a cooperative tenant with a realtor who was a great communicator to move the deal forward. Beyond his market acumen, David exhibits exceptional attention to detail. Every document was meticulously reviewed, and no stone was left unturned, ensuring a transaction that closed on time. There were bumps in the road getting documents from the HOA. David was relentless to get the document for the buyers review. He kept me consistently updated at every stage, proactively addressing any questions and concerns with clarity and promptness. His network of buyers and agents is extensive. My sale was an off market pocket listing. David has the team and ability to make renovations, but in my listing we went through the numbers and felt that it made more sense to put it on the market with the tenant in the unit. David brought me good offers and the ultimate sales price was exactly what we targeted. I only had 3 days with the unit unoccupied adding to my profits as a landlord owner. My net profits were excellent and well worth the agent commissions. If you are looking for a realtor who is knowledgeable, detail-oriented, a strong communicator, and dedicated to seeing things through, I wholeheartedly recommend David Ayerdi.

Hugh is the best realtor ever!…read more My wife and I were looking for a home in San Francisco and were underwhelmed by our first realtor when we happened to meet Hugh at one of his open houses. He is amazingly knowledgeable, creative, accessible, detail oriented and genuinely a very nice guy. I can't stress enough how lucky we were to find Hugh in this competitive sellers market!

From our first meeting with Hugh, we knew that we would be working with him. His experience,…read moreunderstanding of the intricacies of the SF market, and candor were exactly what we were looking for in a realtor. We were first time homebuyers and having a guide like Hugh throughout the process was invaluable. He excels in communication and went above and beyond in his explanations of disclosures, procedures, and homebuying strategy. He has a keen eye when going through homes as well and has a plethora of high-value resources (contractors, movers, etc) for folks moving. We would easily refer him to any of our friends and families moving to the area.

Alexander and his team were an absolute dream to work with. We were first-time homebuyers and I was…read morelooking for someone who would have the patience to walk us through any of the basic questions that might come up--- not only did Alexander stick by us and not put pressure on us during the home search, he was also there for any questions we had (which was especially helpful during the closing process). He was kind, patient and knowledgable (and if he didn't know something, he would use his extensive network to find the answer!). We are SO grateful to Alexander and would work with him again in a heartbeat.

We both bought and sold our SF condo with Alexander and his team. They helped us navigate both…read moreprocesses with thoughtfulness and professionalism with an eye for detail and without us having to do much work at all. They helped us paint, freshen up and stage our home so it showed beautifully. Alexander was particularly helpful with pricing strategy and negotiation; we were very happy with the outcome!

We couldn't be more grateful to have worked with Dale & Alla and their team on the sale of our home…read morein San Francisco. From the very beginning, they were thoughtful, strategic, and incredibly organized. They advised us on pricing, timing, and positioning, and their approach worked exactly as planned. We received multiple (10+) strong, significantly over-asking offers, and it was a direct result of their strategy. Their communication was excellent, and we were included in key options and decisions throughout. That said, it became clear early on that "Let Go and Let Dale & Alla" was the best approach. They made what could have been a stressful process feel calm and manageable. What really stood out was how much they handled for us. From coordinating trusted repair professionals to staging and inspections, they managed every detail and made the entire experience feel easy. Dale & Alla are pros, and their entire team operates at an exceptionally high level. This was easily an A++ experience, and we recommend them without hesitation.

Wednesday afternoon, about 2:30, Dale called and convinced us to make a last minute offer on a…read morehouse in the Parkside... total longshot... Buster Douglas stuff We cobbled together all the cash from our accounts, and even went as deep as to ask my MIL for an advance... then we sent the offer. It wasn't a disrespctful offer, but in this market, the house was far too desirable... even when I was walking through the property I mentally checked out, "No way this will be within our budget... insanely nice house in a super hot neighborhood" Over dinner we discussed how our offer could be used as leverage to get better offers from other buyers... 40 disclosure packages went out... we had zero expectations, literally... it was just a formality... and if the seller countered, we were already tapped out... who were we fooling? Right after dinner my cell rang... it never rings so I had a pretty good idea it was Dale... I was waiting to hear the inevitable words "Valiant effort, but someone else really wanted that house... don't worry, we'll find a great home for you" What I heard made my heart sink directly into my stomach, "You got it". It being the First of April did cross my mind... but Dale wouldn't dare... I was ill-prepared and couldn't respond... you know, that thing where your eyes water and you get a lump in your throat... my voice cracked as I told him to hang on... My wife was in the bedroom on a call with a friend... I walk in and said, "Carmela, get off the phone, tell her you'll call her back" I asked Dale to repeat what he just said... "You got it Carmela... you got the house" We had been looking at homes for 3 months... joining all the other hopeful house hunters every Sat and Sun for open houses... we even went to the brokers' opens... you start recognizing faces... buyers, agents... it's a temporary community, one you don't want to be a part of for too long. In this time, we had found only one house we liked enough to make an offer on... the final sale price went $600k over listing, which was $300K better than our offer... this market was a soul crusher. We widened our net, looking outside the city: Daly City, Pacifica... maybe there was something somewhere, just not in SF? At 2:25pm Wednesday Carmela was making manicotti in the kitchen of our temporary 1 bedroom apartment in the Castro... I was watching chess on YouTube... it's a cute and cozy apartment, great location... a comfortable place and we were making it work... we'd often talk about how long we might have to stay here... no fantasies of owning our dream house on this night So the miracle phone call from Dale a mere 4 hours later was not on our radar... after we thanked him for his diligence and foresight, we ended the call, looked each other in the eye, and embraced... and then for the next few hours we did what any couple would do who just lived their "dream-come-true moment"... We danced like no one was watching There are a lot of truly fantastic realtors in SF... and my wife and I discussed our fortune and how it unfolded.. we are absolutely certain we would not have this dream home without Dale... 100%... there were times I thought, "he's really going to bat for us, what great ally to have in this battle to find a home"... but he overshot my expectations by such a wide margin, words cannot express my gratitude... And I haven't even mentioned how he helped us sell our 2-Unit flat... navigating so many twists and turns I'd need to write another 1000 words... I hope this is the last of our selling and buying adventures, but if ever anyone asks me if I know a good realtor, I'll tell them, "No... but I know a great one" Thanks Dale With sincerest gratitude, Mike and Mel