Working with Hanna and Tim was an outstanding experience from beginning to end. From our very first…read moreinteraction through to the final sale, they demonstrated a level of professionalism, expertise, and genuine care that made the entire process smooth and reassuring. What stood out immediately was their deep familiarity with every step of the process. At each stage they clearly knew what needed to happen next and guided me through it with confidence and clarity. Just as important was their strong knowledge of the local market, which clearly informed their strategy and recommendations. Their understanding of pricing, timing, and buyer behavior in the area proved invaluable throughout the process. They also made excellent use of modern technology to present and market the property effectively. Professional photography, virtual tours, drone footage, and strong digital marketing ensured the property was showcased at its best and reached the widest possible audience. It was clear they understood how to combine traditional real estate expertise with modern tools to maximize interest. As an out-of-town landlord, I initially wondered whether distance might create challenges during the sale. In reality, it was never an issue. Hanna and Tim effectively became my trusted eyes on the ground. They kept a close watch on everything related to the property and coordinated renovations and improvements where needed, all at no extra charge, helping ensure the property was presented in the best possible condition. Their proactive approach made the entire process feel effortless from afar. They were also constantly looking for ways to help me save money wherever possible, carefully considering options and helping avoid unnecessary expenses. Communication was excellent throughout the entire process. They were responsive across multiple channels and always polite, practical, and solution-oriented. Thanks to their expertise and strategy, my property sold quickly and above the asking price. Hanna and Tim truly represent the gold standard that all realtors should aspire to. I would recommend them without hesitation to anyone looking for knowledgeable, trustworthy professionals. Hanna & Tim - thank you so much!

Hanna and her business partner Corey helped purchase my most recent house just over 4 years ago…read more That house just sold a few days ago. When it came time to consult with true professionals about when to sell and how to prepare for the entire process the decision was non-existent. It was going to be Hanna and Corey. Best decision I've made. For various reasons I came to the "sell" decision late in the year. The first thing they coached me on was the need to make this decision quickly, gave me a finite timeline, and reasons for expediting everything. Their knowledge of the market, process, and impact on sales success is vast. Their detailed and well-reasoned analysis of the market was spot on. My trust in their expertise was galvanized. Decision made this team mobilized like no other. They (so I don't have to type Hanna and Corey over and over again) hooked me up with an amazing stager (Visual Jill), secured a gardener, put together a punch list of items to fix, suggested a handyman, handled all the details with the photographer, and put together a detailed schedule for the entire process. My schedule is busy, so their willingness to project manage numerous aspects of the transaction was a huge help. In the end, every suggestion they made, each piece of advice, set me up perfectly to maximize a successful transaction. The results speak for themselves - the final purchase price was considerably higher than my highest estimate. Hanna and Corey are consummate professionals with deep and detailed experience, AND up to the minute insights and trend analyses. They are also wonderful collaborators who make the process as simple and smooth as possible. If I good give them 5+ stars I would. I mean, who stays up late baking brownies so they have delicious treats to make the open house experience as delicious as possible for the prospective buyers?

Kathleen recently helped my husband and I purchase our first home. We were given a glowing…read morerecommendation from a friend, and after speaking with a few other realtors it was clear Kathleen knew the East Bay market and industry very well. We thought we would be priced out of our ideal neighborhood, but she found a house for us to view with the right combination of factors that aligned for us to be successful in getting our offer accepted! Without her knowledge and attention to detail we would not have gotten our home. She spent a lot of time getting us comfortable with the required paperwork, various decisions to make, and potential neighborhoods to consider. This made the house hunt much easier and making offers less stressful. She also gave great recommendations for other professionals to work with throughout the home buying experience. During the house hunt period she was always in contact giving us leads and helping navigate the ever changing pandemic guidelines. When opportunities presented themselves she did everything she could to give us the best shot at winning. This included extensive research on comparable homes that were sold in the areas we were looking. If you are thinking about working with Kathleen, you won't regret it!

Kathleen is the BEST realtor. Hands down. She understands the market, the process, anticipates…read moreevery detail and is an expert, especially in Albany homes. She helped us find and buy our El Sobrante home.

I need to spread the word about how fantastic Suzanne was with helping me sell my house. I was a…read morefirst time home owner that lived and loved my house for 15 years. When I decided to sell it and move out of state I was lost; I had no idea what to do and how complicated it could be. I started to panic almost immediately, and if it was not for Suzanne I don't think I could have gotten through it all. Every step of the way she explained what I needed to do next, helped me with official forms, and if I was confused or if I had no idea who to talk to to get something done, she gave me helpful options, and even made phone calls to use her muscle and clout to bargain when I needed to contract out some help. I could go on and on about what a lifesaver and even a mental coach she was to me, and can't thank her enough or recommend her more. Michael A., Oakland California.

Suzanne came highly recommended to us by a close friend--and she did not disappoint! She is kind,…read moreconscientious, knowledgeable, experienced and extremely responsive. It was tough searching for houses with two little kids in tow, especially in this current competitive market (Summer/Fall 2023). Suzanne went above and beyond with her availability and also continued to be closely involved in the process even after our offer was accepted and our house closed. I felt that Suzanne always had our best interests in mind-- and she definitely knows how to get things done! Beyond knowledge of the the real estate market, she also has a wealth of information just on the practical things a first time homeowner would need to know. I am so very thankful that she was in our corner during this crazy process of trying to buy a house in the Bay Area.

I do not recommend to sellers. Selling is overwhelming, and your most important resource is your…read morereal estate agent. They can provide contacts for work that is required, but the single provider I was referred to was not competent. The agent was not assertive about pricing and I felt I had to take control or be run over. I did not feel supported, I felt scolded and given 'advice' after it ceased to be useful. It did not feel like the agent was on my side. Probably fine if you are buying and all you need is a list of available homes.

Tommy and Sara Garabedian are the best that could happen to my husband and I, as first time home…read morebuyers. They guided us through the process effectively to get our dream home in the first try in a highly competitive market. With their experience and vast knowledge about real estate and the Bay Area, they made us feel we were in good hands. They are awesome and we are very grateful to them.

Meridee has sold 2 homes for us. She made sure every single thing went right. Her experience,…read morehard work, and excellent connections ensured the best outcome for us all. I cannot emphasize just how much she did for us during both sales. When my mom died, she sold her home taking so much pressure off of us. She is truly the best realtor and person anyone could hope for!

We feel so fortunate that we were referred to Meridee and Ben for the sale of our single family…read morerental property which included some challenges. We could not have asked for a better team and I echo the other review that says they go above and beyond. Fixing up the property required many talents and Meridee filled a variety of roles, including project management, color, decor and landscape consultation, staging, and referrals to a number of needed tradespeople and inspectors. Their advice and support was top notch. Communication and attention to detail were exceptional. It was a pleasure to work with them and I can't imagine bettor realtors.

Cathy is great! I was a first-time buyer and she was happy to answer all of my questions. She was…read morevery knowledgeable throughout the whole process. She worked hard to get me into a great place and I would recommend her to anyone looking to buy or sell in the area.

Cathy was the absolute best agent for a very difficult and drawn out purchase. She was readily…read moreavailable to view properties with us and to answer questions at all hours of the day. When things got crazy, she stayed calm. After lots of hard work, she was able to help us close on our dream condo. She receives out highest recommendation!

Barbara is amazing and I cannot recommend her highly enough…read more After my mom moved to assisted living, I needed help to sell her view home in the Berkeley hills, while minimizing the burden on me to come across the Bay (I live in SF). Barbara project managed the whole thing -- she hired and worked with all the contractors and inspectors to paint and prep the home for sale, coordinated access issues with my estate sellers/haulers, hired a great stager, ran a couple of intense weeks of very well-attended open houses, and in the end helped negotiate a great price from a robust pool of offers. Best of all, I love that Barbara was sensitive and sympathetic to our situation -- minimizing the burden on me, while helping my mom to comfortably say farewell to her home of over 30 years... no small task! I couldn't be more grateful for all her hard work -- kudos also go to Rebecca Nemeth, another Red Oak realtor, who assisted with the disclosures and digital document maze. Love you both!

Barbara is a great asset in buying or selling a home (I've done both). The thing I adore about here…read moreis that she's great at finding the best things to entice buyers whether you're selling a starter home or a manse in the Berkeley hills. Her professionalism, expertise and healthy dose of patience during my selling process was super. She had access to people in my price range who could help get the necessary work completed, as well as sage advice in preparing the house was surely a significant factor in why our house sold when others nearby languished. As a first time seller, I could only imagine the challenges that I would have faced, and it was great to have an ally in the process. When I was buying she was equally good as we went through the inevitable back & forth. I'm a pretty sage buyer as I work with construction, and Barbara adds a great level of knowledge about the market - what else is out there and how my potential house fit in the spectrum, to help me make decisions about my offer. What impressed me the most was her willingness to keep lines of communication always humming along. Her responsiveness to calls, emails and requests, large and small-even in the midst of her son's wedding(!)- demonstrates to me the sign of a true professional. She loves what she does and it shows. If you're looking for a realtor I think she's worth your time for a chat.

My family had such a wonderful experience working with Judy to find our home in Albany…read more I was referred to Judy through a friend who had worked with her many times. Judy brings a wealth of experience, empathy and local knowledge to the real estate search process. She was very open with us about the process and steps we needed to take at each point. Once we started looking, she made herself available for viewing open houses, walkthroughs and questions. When my whole family couldn't make viewings, I brought my 3 year-old son, who was more than welcome to join, and became fast friends with Judy. The moment we found our house, Judy stepped up to bat and helped us secure the sale. Throughout the escrow process, she helped me work through the to-do's and offered to help in-person when needed. All in all, Judy not only helped us find our new family home, but she became a trusted ally in the process. I hope we will have a chance to work with Judy again in the future. Thank you!!

After living in SF for 10 years, we went into our first home purchase expecting the absolute worst:…read moregetting outbid by all-cash offers 25% over asking, dealing with aggressive agents, no contingencies, ultimately realizing that our budget wasn't even feasible for the market, etc. We were ready for the process to take up to 6 months. Judy completely turned our fears around when we met with her - she has an incredible knowledge of the East Bay and the larger real estate community here. Judy is proactive but not pushy, consultative but not sales-y, and genuinely wants to help, which was a huge relief when making such a large decision. On our first visit to Red Oak Realty, she took us to see homes in a variety of neighborhoods all over Oakland, which really helped us make a more informed decision when it came to offers. We ultimately found a beautiful home at asking, with full contingencies (which turned out to be critical for some remediation), a longer escrow...all within *a week* of that initial meeting. We couldn't be happier in our new house and there's no way it could have happened without Judy. Thank you!