I highly recommend Janet. I've worked with her twice and appreciate her extensive knowledge of the…read morearea and negotiation skills. I felt supported through the process and would 100% work with her again. Thanks Janet!

Regarding our experience with Janet Romanowski, who is affiliated with David Lyng Realty, we have…read moreonly the most positive things to say about every phase of our partnership. Working with an experienced realtor like Janet gives you such peace of mind from the very first meeting, starting with pricing, home preparation, gorgeous staging, and her market knowledge, which is always current. Because we moved out of state before closing, the care she provided to our home during open houses and the entire time in between when we were not there, was exceptional. Most importantly, was her knowledge of the history of Pasatiempo, current market data, her marketing expertise on all the positive aspects of the community, in addition to the positioning of our own home. We always knew we were in the best hands with Janet. Finally, she earned our complete respect and awe throughout our home sale journey, and we cannot recommend her highly enough. She was right by our side every step of the way (her great sense of humor intact), and we are truly so grateful. Thank you, Janet!

We've recently listed a condo with Michele and she is the whole package. Knowledgeable,…read moreprofessional, well informed and a delight to work with. Her communication is superb! Highly recommend on any real estate adventure!

Three years ago, my wife and I purchased our first starter home with Michele. She was able to find…read moreus a great home we could afford, OFF-MARKET, when we were at wits end, fighting tooth and nail at open houses with no luck. It was a fantastic home and we really made it our own. She stayed in contact with us in the years afterwards, and when our family grew and we needed to move, we didn't hesitate to call her. She handled the sale of our home expertly as well as the simultaneous purchase of our second home. We have recommended her to our friends, and I wouldn't use anybody else. Michele is candid, has a deep local knowledge, and she's patient. I've never felt pressured to jump into anything I didn't like, she knows a ton of trustworthy local contractors, and is responsive and prompt. I don't plan on moving again, but if I do, I know who I'm calling.

A five-star shout out to Caitlin Phillips for her exceptional work to sell our house in Watsonville…read moreearlier this month. Caitlin helped us buy the house in the summer of 2020, so it all came around full circle. What we thought was going to be a quick couple of weeks turned into five month, as the real estate market took quite a dip just after going live on the MLS. It's been a bumpy ride for everyone, but Caitlin remained (seemingly) tireless throughout the journey -- early mornings, late nights, even on her birthday and during her son's graduation weekend! If you are buying or selling, Caitlin is the real deal. She is savvy, tenacious, and when she says she will work for you, she means it. Thank you, Caitlin! Meera Collier and Luisa Cardoza

Caitlin Phillips is a very dedicated and experienced realtor. If you're buying in Santa Cruz you…read morewill also benefit from her knowledge of the area, her connections here and her impressive networking skills. Caitlin clearly loves helping people find the home they're looking for. During my lengthy search Caitlin was very generous with her time, responded quickly when I got in touch, and made sure I understood the buying process every step of the way. After the purchase was final she continued to help me with contacts and support in getting settled. Thank you, Caitlin! I highly recommend Caitlin as a real estate professional. I also appreciate her warm personality and commitment to community building.

We are grateful to have worked with Jessica as our buyer's agent, and would strongly recommend her…read moreto friends/family in the area. Jessica honed in on our priorities and preferences quickly, while expanding them enough to guarantee we weren't overlooking houses that we'd otherwise like. We relied heavily on Jessica's deep familiarity with the Santa Cruz real-estate market and the Westside in particular. For example: she advised us that one house was on a major ambulance route. We were out-of-state and Jessica both helped us normalize what to expect in the Santa Cruz market and gracefully handled our mix of virtual viewing and rushed last-minute in-person visits when we saw houses we loved come on the market. For our offer and eventual purchase, Jessica made the process smooth. We wanted to fit in a lot of inspections in a tight time window: and here Jessica's connections to local contractors and businesses stood out. She helped arrange a packed schedule of visits and inspections, ensuring we were able to make informed choices to finalize our purchase. After purchase, we worked with several contractors Jessica recommended (e.g. flooring repair, painting, plumbing, termite abatement and repair). We had positive experiences in both cost and execution with these contractors. We are a half-year in and very happy in our new home and neighborhood.

Jessica is one of the most honest, helpful, and patient people I have ever worked with in real…read moreestate. After navigating multiple home sales and purchase, the experience of working with her was seamless. We dealt with a very challenging seller and encountered multiple speed bumps along the way but she was extremely helpful for all 8 weeks (yes 8 weeks!) of negotiations. If you are looking to buy or purchase a home, you absolutely want Jessica on your team. She is singular in every way!

We definitely lucked out have Lindsy as our realtor. As other reviews have mentioned, she really is…read moresecond to none. She was recommended to us by the real estate agent who sold our home in Oakland and has been amazing guiding us to our dream home in Aptos. This new home was a very complicated transaction that took months and required a lot of attention to detail, and Lindsy was there with us every step of the way making sure our interests were represented and we could close the deal - and to top that off we got a great deal on the home! Even after close, she is still helping us tie up loose ends. She's always been kind, knowledgeable, and responsive whenever we had questions or concerns. We couldn't have made this journey without her and are incredibly thankful she was our real estate agent.

My wife Kimberly and I started looking for our first home earlier this year and had the pleasure of…read morefinding Lindsy Knapp as our Realtor. Since we were first time homebuyers, we had a variety of questions and a lot of information that we were unsure about. From the start, Lindsy was knowledgeable and helped track down any information that we'd asked for. During the entire process, we never felt pressured to buy or make a decision we didn't want to. Lindsy was great in finding neighborhood comps and guiding us to a purchase price that we felt comfortable with and landed us our dream home. The closing process was a breeze as Lindsy kept in close contact throughout, making sure we knew what was coming next and when we needed to complete certain tasks. When we closed and received the keys, Lindsy even gave us the most thoughtful housewarming basket with treats for us and our dog Chewie. Now that we're in our home, we couldn't imagine it happening without Lindsy being as professional yet personal as she is. We'd recommend Lindsy to anyone looking for a realtor in the Santa Cruz or South Bay area and cannot thank her enough for everything she's done for us!

Working with Turiya has been the most exceptional real estate experience we've ever had. She is,…read morewithout question, the most detail‑oriented, passionate, patient, and dedicated agent we've worked with -- and she completely changed the course of our home‑buying journey. This was the first home my husband and I purchased together as a married couple, and we came into the process feeling discouraged and uncertain. Before meeting Turiya, we had started to believe that finding a home we truly loved in Santa Cruz County just wasn't possible -- we were even considering moving out of state. From the moment we began working with her, everything changed. Turiya took the time to fully understand who we are, what mattered to us, and what "home" really meant for our family. She listened deeply, guided us thoughtfully, and never once let us lose hope. Her passion for her work shines through in every interaction; she treats her clients with a level of care, attention, and commitment that is truly rare. Thanks to her persistence, expertise, and belief in us, we found our dream home -- something we genuinely thought might never happen. We are forever grateful for her support and the way she cared for us throughout this journey. She doesn't just help you buy a house -- she helps you build the life you want, and she does it with heart. We cannot recommend Turiya highly enough. She is extraordinary.

Turiya Blanchette - Christie's International Real Estate Sereno…read more© You want your deal run right? You want your chances fair? Meet Turiya Blanchette And you're a lucky fella! Folks if you're interested in real estate anywhere in the Santa Cruz area, you can't do better than have Turiya representing you! Her level of high professionalism and integrity is incredible! Her dedication to your business goes far above & beyond your wildest expectations! In a world where others might drop the ball, Turiya goes an extra mile for you! That's the Bottomline! Trust me! Most importantly, Turiya was born & grew up in the area! She knows the land inside and out, her ties and love for the community are strong & fantastic! Her work ethics are phenomenal! She's been in this business for about 8 years to date (end of 2024) but her service oriented skills took charge in her teens! On a personal level, you can't find more trustworthy, pleasant, engaged, and hard working realtor! Turiya is your first & best resource when it comes to Real Estate buying or selling! If you want the process to go seamlessly, look no further! Buying your dream home is a stone's throw away with Turiya, from start to finish! Naturally, if you wish to list your house for sale with Turiya, she's amazingly well-connected with local designers, photographers, repair companies, handymen, and other professionals one might need when preparing a house to be listed for sale. Turiya commands the beautiful Santa Cruz County on the Pacific Coast! Happy house hunting! Enjoy what you're doing! *I'm runnin' out of real estate Tryna make all the right moves I don't wanna hesitate I would bet the house on you! [ Review #822 w 1 pic Feb 4, 2025 ] Amazing Turiya! @Christie's International Real Estate Sereno

I have been working with Dana for more than five years. We own a townhouse in the area that we rent…read moreout long-term, and Dana has always helped us find the right tenants. She is professional, reliable, responsive, and hardworking. Every time we need to find new tenants, we confidently return to her because we know she will do an excellent job. This time, I had a tight deadline before traveling overseas, and Dana went above and beyond to make sure everything was taken care of before I left. She even continued to assist me while I was out of the country, making the entire process smooth and stress-free. I highly recommend Dana to anyone looking for a knowledgeable, dedicated, and trustworthy real estate professional.

Had an unfortunate experience during my move-out process after my landlord changed property…read moremanagement companies and Rasmussen took over handling the transition. During a disagreement regarding move-out expectations, I did not feel the communication was handled in a calm or professional manner. Due to the interaction, I felt it was necessary to contact the landlord directly and have a third party involved to help complete the process. I was surprised by the difference in communication style, as previous interactions in other settings had been more composed and professional. I understand move-out situations can involve differing expectations and interests. My hope is simply that all residents are treated with professionalism, respect, and calm communication throughout the process, especially in a small community.

Laura Gleason Team worst agents ever. Promised high listing, sold for way under list. I was lied…read moreto, they didn't respond to buyer as I wanted. I was told several times to go get "a real estate attorney" instead of them doing their job. Thoroughly disappointed would never use Laura Fernandez or Mary Phillip ever again.

Starting the first time home buying process was exciting and terrifying at the same time. It's…read morehard enough to make the decision to buy your first home, but trying to figure out where to even begin was intimidating to say the least. My husband and I were lucky to have found Erica Pittman-Gaynor to be our real estate agent! We were truly blessed to have landed someone that puts their heart and soul into their job. We would have been completely lost and most likely would have given up on trying to purchase our dream home without the guidance and get-it-done attitude that Erica possesses. We had to do a FHA loan, which made the process ten times harder and Erica went well beyond what any other real estate agent would have done. Without Erica we definitely would not have been able to purchase an amazing property that is everything we could have wished for in our first home. Thanks again for everything and giving us the comfort of being able to put 100% of our trust in your ability to be an amazing real estate agent! I would refer absolutely anyone to Erica.