We had a fantastic experience working with MC to research homes in Santa Cruz County. Every home…read morehas its pros and cons and MC thoroughly pointed out the drawbacks to every option we considered. In particular, she did a great job walking us back from a few homes that tugged on our heartstrings but were impractical choices. Buying a home in Boulder Creek, Ben Lomond, Felton, Scott's Valley, or Bonny Doon is very different than buying a home in Chicago, where we lived previously, and MC had deep knowledge on the factors to consider for each home along with the particularities of not just neighborhoods, but specific streets. She was in absolutely no rush for us to select a home, and a typical conversation would run for over an hour as we thought through a decision from many angles. Ultimately MC helped us find our new home right after a significant price drop in an area that wasn't on our radar (Bonny Doon), but which we now prefer over the other locations we were considering. Best of all, the home was fairly new, rare for this area, which allowed us to move forward with confidence. Even then, MC was extremely thorough in evaluating all the risks and potential items we may want to inspect, drawing upon her deep experience from seeing these issues surface with past clients. In the end, by working with MC we were able to purchase a home that met all our original criteria, along with some new criteria that MC helped educate us on through our journey together, at a price that was within our budget. We'd certainly work with MC again and wish her the best of luck!!

Thanks for the 10-year anniversary card. We're happy with…read moreour home (built in 1935) albeit it would be better if we replace it with a more-modern architecture & engineering (which would cost over a million bucks, no doubt). The foundation isn't the greatest either. Still it's quiet at night and the air is clean for the super low price that we had to pay (we paid off the mortgage a year ago). And fortunately we evaded the huge wild fire a couple of years ago. It came within a mile of the property. The property is gently slopping into a San Lorenzo tributary with a steeper slope behind us; which leads me to a segue to what has happened a week ago. I had heard a few snapping sounds in the morning and had thought it must be a deer rummaging thru the trees and hence, returned to the house. Then it got louder a few minutes later and I thought a maintenance crew was on the property. I went back out to investigate and notice thelarge oak tree at about 45 deg angle on the slope before the house, just outside our gate, over our drive way. It provide a lot of shade that we truly miss. Then it happened: it started to break at the base of the trunk heading downward. This was a large tree and it took about 20 secs to fully snap and crash down, crossing our driveway and onto Highway 9. It blocked half the street. I had witness this at about 10:30 a.m. last Thursday. Fortunately a CalTran guy was nearby and started clear the road with his chainsaw. It took another week to have the crew remove the debris along the street. BTW: no such trees exist behind the house, fortunately.

In June 2025, my sister and I made the decision to sell the rental property we jointly owned. Since…read morewe had never sold a home before, we were on unfamiliar territory. We interviewed four different realtors, and honestly, they all appeared to be trustworthy and knowledgeable individuals who could guide us through the sales process. After narrowing down our choices to two realtors, we requested proposals for selling our house from each of them. These proposals included information about the costs of necessary repairs and upgrades as well as estimated selling prices. During the interviews, it became evident that we were entering a buyers' market, which may limit our ability to achieve the desired selling price. In the end we chose Kaelin. Her proposal kept us within our budget for repairs and upgrades, and she was confident that she could sell the home for its fair market value. Our other 'finalist' was not so positive on achieving those goals. One of the daunting aspects of preparing to sell a home is finding reliable and trustworthy contractors to undertake the necessary work to prepare the property. Once you have these contractors, you need to ensure they begin work as soon as possible. Additionally, you must closely monitor the progress of the work to ensure it is completed on time and in the manner you desire. This becomes particularly difficult for owners selling a home that is located far from their primary residence, making it challenging to meet with contractors and monitor the progress. Kaelin truly shines in this role. She already knew the contractors we needed and managed to get them to provide us with quotes. Once approved, she swiftly put them on the job and ensured timely completion of the work. Initially, the ambitious goals we set together at the project's beginning seemed a bit too demanding, but we managed to meet them. When a buyer wanted to make an offer before the house went on the market, she made sure it was a strong and compelling offer that aligned with the high end of the sales price range she had specified in her original proposal. She also didn't hesitate to incur the cost of staging the property (she pays for this), as this demonstrated our readiness to proceed with other offers if theirs wasn't satisfactory. Long story short, she made it happen. We ended up putting in less money than we planned in repairs and upgrades and sold the property right at the high end of what she said she could do. We found Kaelin very easy (even fun) to work with over the 2.5-3 month timeframe as we went from planning and starting repairs & upgrades to closing escrow.

Kaelin is an outstanding real estate agent. She knows the market and can guide you in what to do…read moreand what not to do in preparing your house for sale. I can't speak highly enough of her integrity and doing whatever needs to be done to sell your home. In our case, we were not able to do the upgrades, as we had left the area. Kaelin jumped in and lined up contractors, supervised their work, and beautifully staged out home. She was always present at the Open Houses, followed up on leads, regularly communicated, and kept our best interests foremost in her thought and actions. I highly recommend her and her team. They kept us appraised the dates for the work, Open Houses, and any bills. Simply a wonderful, warm, and engaging agent with a dynamic team who will work with and for you!

I just finished buying a home with the awesome Gina Odom. From the very beginning she asked…read morepertinent questions to make sure she understood my needs. She was thorough and thoughtful throughout the entire process. She made great recommendations yet it was always driven to meet my needs. If you want a knowledgeable and seasoned professional...... Gina is that and more. She and her team were kind and generous every time we spoke or met. I highly recommend you give her a call.

From start to finish, Gina and everyone at GRO were fantastic! We needed a house that would be big…read moreenough to accommodate a family but stay strictly within our budget. With her patient guidance, Gina helped us navigate the housing market in Santa Cruz, and after a few *fun* offer adventures, we landed a fantastic house for our growing family. Even after the closing date, she and her team have been extremely helpful, connecting us to local contractors and providing guidance to us as new home owners. Thank you Gina!

Ann Thomas did a great job helping me prep my house for sale and then getting an offer above the…read moreasking price. She went beyond the call of duty and actually rolled up her sleeves and helped me clean up for open house and her strategy for marketing the house resulted in an offer the very first day! She is a wonderful lady with a good head for real estate and I would recommend her to anyone looking for a real partner in selling their house.

There are not enough words to thank James Godfrey-Thomas for everything he has done for our family…read more James has been helping us search for a home for years. During that time our lives changed tremendously. We grew our family, welcomed two children, changed priorities, explored countless homes, asked endless questions, and took our time making one of the biggest decisions of our lives. Through it all, James remained patient, supportive, knowledgeable, and incredibly generous with his time. What impressed us most was that James never treated us like a transaction. He genuinely cared about helping us find the right home for our family. Whether it was showing a property, answering questions late in the evening, helping us navigate inspections and negotiations, or simply talking through our concerns, he was always there. We know we were not the easiest clients. We were thoughtful, cautious, and sometimes needed extra time to process major decisions. At no point did James make us feel rushed or pressured. Instead, he consistently offered honest advice and steady guidance that helped us feel confident every step of the way. Today we are closing on a home that we truly love, and we would not be here without him. We are so grateful for his professionalism, integrity, patience, and friendship throughout this journey. If you are looking for a realtor who genuinely cares about his clients and will go above and beyond for them, we cannot recommend James Godfrey-Thomas highly enough. Thank you, James. Our family will never forget everything you did to help us get here.

Leticia Hostins at Room helped us find our wonderful home! She was so helpful and knowledgeable! I…read morehighly recommend her to be your realtor!

She is responsive, cares about her clients and is knowledgeable about the area. Highly recommend…read moreJennifer to anyone looking to buy a house. She was always willing to go where we wanted, and even through covid was able to provide us an excellent experience buying a house. As first time home buyers, she made our time special and made us feel good about the process the entire time. She explained everything every time we had questions. Jennifer is amazing!!!

From the owner: Jennifer got excited about real estate during the process of looking and buying her home in the…read moreSanta Cruz Mountains. This helped her realize that her next step would be helping others find their dream homes. Jennifer believes that listening and paying close attention to what it is that clients want and need is an important trait of a real estate agent. She loves to be able to satisfy needs while exceeding expectations. Jennifer loves spending time with her husband Adam, their adult son, Jacob and their two dogs. She is an avid baker, cook, gardener and loves to craft. They're often found renovating their house, hiking in the woods or making memories with friends and neighbors.

As a resident of Sierra Crest, I first noticed Zaid Hanna's name back in 2024 when I saw his real…read moreestate marketing poster at my doorstep labeling him as the "your #1 Sierra crest Seller Agent." I snapped a quick photo of it, thinking I might consult him if I ever needed to sell. By the winter of 2025, I received another flyer from Zaid that read: "The market is frozen, but we didn't give up." Even though the market was rough at the time, that property sold shortly after. His words truly touched me. In the high-cost, wealthy Bay Area, a modest condo often doesn't get much attention; many agents wouldn't bother putting in the effort and would simply advise the seller to rent it out if it didn't sell quickly. Although I had never met Zaid, I saved his number in my phone right then because I was deeply impressed by his work ethic. In the spring of 2026, my mother unfortunately passed away, leaving behind a condo that needed to be sold. I was at a loss for who could help. The property's location wasn't ideal, and the market was slow, so I knew I needed a top-tier agent. While I initially considered finding a Chinese-speaking agent, for some reason, I decided against hiring a Chinese agent. That's when I thought of Zaid. One day afternoon, I gave him a call and described the condition of property. he scheduled our first meeting immediately. Zaid was very nice. Our first meeting went incredibly well. Zaid analyzed the market for me. It was April, and inventory was unusually high. He recommended a minor renovation, and I agreed because I knew it would change the look of the home. He was highly professional and honest with me, acknowledging that the market was tough, especially for condos. However, he emphasized that his goal was a quick sale upon listing so it wouldn't sit on the market. Zaid's true professionalism shines through his phenomenal team. From remodeling, cleaning to the official listing, every team member was diligent and responsible. The renovation took about two weeks--a bit long, but the results were stunning. The house officially hit the market around Memorial Day. Throughout the process, Zaid called me every Tuesday to give updates. Remarkably, after just 7 days on the market, we received an offer! This completely exceeded my expectations. Given the less-than-ideal location, I had mentally prepared myself for a long wait. Seven days was faster than I could have ever imagined. I had seen many condos on Zillow sitting on the market for over three months, forcing sellers to slash prices multiple times. I felt lucky. The subsequent escrow and contract process went smoothly without a single delay. All contingencies were removed exactly on schedule. Yesterday, on July 2nd, this modest little condo officially closed escrow. I am incredibly grateful. It is easy to sell a perfect house, but selling a property with an unfavorable location requires an agent with extensive knowledge, sharp skills, and precise valuation. I believe a challenging property is the true test of an agent's capability, and Zaid completely proved himself. He gives honest advice that both buyers and sellers should take seriously. I highly recommend Zaid and his team, and I look forward to working with them again in the future.

If you are looking to buy a home in South San Jose--specifically in Almaden Valley, Cambrian Park,…read moreor Los Gatos--Zaid Hanna is the agent you want in your corner. His deep-rooted knowledge of these specific communities is truly unparalleled. What sets Zaid apart is his incredible sensitivity to numbers. His property value estimations and bidding accuracy are spot on, ensuring we remained highly competitive without overpaying. He doesn't believe in a "one-size-fits-all" approach; instead, he crafts personalized tactical plans specifically tailored to his client's unique financial situation and goals. Most importantly, Zaid is a true professional who never pushes his clients. He was incredibly patient throughout the entire process and never pressured us into making a decision. He prioritized our family's best interests and comfort level above all else. For anyone seeking a strategic, data-driven agent who respects your pace and provides expert guidance, I cannot recommend Zaid Hanna highly enough!

Awesome agent! Super helpful, patient and knowledgeable - I would highly recommend Suzanne:)read more

It was wonderful working with Julie and Peter. It was our lucky day when we selected them as our…read morerealtors. We were selling while being in another location. Their market analysis and selling strategy resulted in quick success. Julie also had good advice on what to invest in to get the best return on the investment in upgrades. Their crews took over, updated, and prepared the property for sale. We didn't need to get involved remotely. People who saw the house and the ad campaign commented on how well the house showed. It sold rapidly (super rapidly!) for more than our goal price. From moving out our stuff, to upgrades, to closing, was only 2 months start to finish. Peter and Julie have a unique ability to be both friendly and genuine, yet also tough negotiators. I felt they were really partners and were looking out for my interests throughout--including advising me on considering renting out the house--which would have earned them nothing. Amazing from beginning to end.

If I could, I would gladly give 6 stars for the stellar service provided by Julie and Peter…read moreBaumann. They have a wealth of 20+ years of experience in the challenging Peninsula housing market and have a vast network to connections to help you be successful. Even though they have a lot of clients to juggle, What makes them stand out is they get to know you and make the extra effort to show they care: they always respond in a timely manner, bringing positivity to hard situations, and provide spot on advice and insight. They supported us buyers agents for over a year until we purchased our first dream single family home in San Carlos. We would NOT have been able to achieve it without them. Choose Peter and Julie, you will not regret it!!