Working with Susy Smith and Laine Warthan throughout our four-month journey of selling our condo…read moreand buying our forever home was an incredible experience. From start to finish, they were knowledgeable, responsive, and genuinely had our best interests at heart. They always took the time to listen to our concerns, answered our questions quickly, and made sure we felt informed every step of the way. Whenever we needed guidance, they offered thoughtful strategies without ever making us feel pressured. They were also incredibly understanding and respectful of what we wanted and how we wanted to approach each decision. Buying and selling at the same time is stressful, but Susy and Laine made the entire process feel so much more manageable. Their professionalism, dedication, and hard work truly went above and beyond, and we couldn't be more grateful for everything they did for us. If you're looking for real estate agents who are knowledgeable, trustworthy, responsive, and genuinely care about their clients, we wholeheartedly recommend Susy Smith and Laine Warthan. We are so thankful we chose them and couldn't imagine going through this process with anyone else!

worked with Bushra to start looking into homes with my husband. she is super sweet and…read moreunderstanding. she's willing to help in anyway. i appreciate her kindness and patience with us, as it was our first time looking for a home!

For selling or buying in the area, my wife and I will only be calling Philip (and his team). For…read moresomeone who has sold more than a billion in property, he is incredibly personal. He was patient and thoughtful and gave great feedback. He personally showed us so many homes. When we finally found a home that checked all the boxes for us, we placed an offer. The house had multiple bidders, and Phillip was able to reel the house in for us. It still boggles my mind. My wife and I only had to make one offer to get the house of our dreams. Philip was always responsive to texts and phone calls. He and his team never dropped the ball. And they have always gone above and beyond. We are getting ready to move in, and Philip is still responsive when we need contacts for electricians (to install EV ports) or a handiman for garage work. So we definitely don't feel dropped after signing. We are so genuinely thankful for his help. He quarterbacked the entire process for us from the first handshake until the move-in date. And Philip let us know to reach out to him if we need other contacts. I'm surprised that Philip and his team can handle so many clients and still give each one such personal attention. They deserve all the success they have. We look forward to working with him again and to referring him to all our family and friends.

We had the pleasure of working with Philip DeMatteo and his team to view a number of open houses in…read moreour area and decided to purchase a larger home, not far from the house where we have lived for 35 years. Things have changed a lot in the home buying process over those 35 years and Philip and his associate Tina helped me through it a great deal. He used his contacts to get me a local lender for a reasonable mortgage and arranged home inspection, HVAC specialist, roofers, electrician and other services to review the home and make recommendations for a few repairs or upgrades. He negotiated with the seller to get price discounted to cover those repairs. We want to remodel our old house and when we do, Philip would be our first choice to help us stage and sell it.

Working with Oriana and Ronnie was the best realtor experience we have had. My mom was selling her…read moretownhome in a community and Oriana called us back within an hour of us submitting an inquiry form on a Saturday morning. She went right to work with a dated house and help us through the whole process. Before we even signed with her she continued to offer to meet with us and answer all of our questions. We have been burned by real estate agents in the past and she helped reassure us. We had to fly back to the east coast and she handled all of the post work (sorry again about the bricks!). She got us a great deal, handled everything we needed with us being across the country. We would work with her if we ever find ourselves in Long Beach again. Thank you to Oriana and Ronnie for everything!

A good friend of mine passed away last year and as the trustee for her estate I was tasked with…read moreselling her 6 properties in Southern California. It was a bit overwhelming for me, which is why the trust attorney referred me to Oriana to help me. From the beginning The Oriana Shea Group was professional, made the process seamless and even helped facilitate the properties that were out of the area. The escrow companies she recommended were also great to work with and made everything move along. We sold all the properties for top dollar within 3 months! The best part about this experience is my new found friendship with Oriana. As far as I'm concerned, Oriana Shea is the best Realtor I've ever done business with! I highly recommend her to anyone that asks especially if you need to sell property in a trust.

Nick is amazing. Expert on Leisure World's unique ways of doing things. Helped us find a house that…read moreexceeded our requirements and expectations. Even was able to shorten the escrow. He really goes above and beyond and is there for you every step of the way. He is professional, knowledgeable, and fun!

I am so Grateful for Gasper Monteer Reality! Nicholas was really helpful in all regards and made…read moresure everything was attended to and went smoothly. I definitely recommend Gasper Monteer Reality if you are looking for the Best!

Theresa Choi who made what can often be a stressful and overwhelming process feel smooth,…read moremanageable, and even enjoyable. From the very beginning, Theresa took the time to really understand what we were looking for and what mattered most to us. She never made us feel rushed or pressured, and instead approached everything with patience, honesty, and genuine care. It was clear that we weren't just another transaction--we were people she truly wanted to help. What stood out most to me was how responsive and thoughtful Theresa was throughout the entire process. No question was too small, and no concern was ever brushed aside. She always made sure we felt informed and confident in our decisions, which meant a lot during such an important moment. Beyond that, Theresa is incredibly knowledgeable and skilled. Whether it was navigating negotiations, handling unexpected challenges, or offering practical advice, she consistently went above and beyond to make sure everything worked out in our best interest. I'm genuinely grateful we had the chance to work with Theresa, and I wouldn't hesitate for a second to recommend her to anyone looking to buy or sell a home. You'll be in excellent hands.

Marcus is extremely knowledgeable and helpful. He was involved throughout the remodel process and…read moreoffered his insights along the way. With his guidance, we had a smooth selling experience. We highly recommend Marcus and Dan Choi Real Estate.

We had a perfect experience buying our home with Candice. She's so personable. We worked with other…read moreagents in the past who were very pushy and made the process stressful. Candice is low pressure, she doesn't rush you or try to persuade you to do anything--she truly works for you. She is very busy but you would never know she has any other clients because she makes herself available when you want to look at properties and when she is with you she gives you 100% of her attention. She is very smart and very strategic. We felt confident relying on her expertise. For any houses you are interested in, she gets to know the selling agent and makes sure they know who she is and who her clients are. She finds out exactly what the seller is looking for and customizes every offer. We were able to buy a fixer-upper home that had 20 other offers on it--including cash offers--thanks to Candice. And after closing she continued to go above and beyond helping us find contractors to remodel so we could move in as soon as possible. She is a gem. If you are looking to buy locally she's your agent!

We (first time home buyers) just closed on our dream home with Candice. She helped us beat out…read moreanother competitive offer (with better terms than ours) in our bid for this home. We never felt pressured in any way to make a purchase or bid beyond what we felt comfortable with (we bid on three different homes!). Candice was always very on point in the guidance she gave us. When we refused to waive the inspection contingency on this house, Candice advocated for us and (miraculously) found a way to help us get the inspections we needed for our peace of mind. Candice came out multiple times to the home to meet me as I met with various contractors for quotes on renovations prior to our closing. She kept our 3 year old entertained while we spoke with said contractors. Her dedication is next level. I assure you, you will not find anyone better. Candice is so kind and caring, it is no wonder she has nothing but 5 star reviews on Yelp. She is universally liked by everyone from her clients to inspectors to contractors to loan officers, because she is truly just such a wonderful person. Talking with her is like talking with family. She is patient and responsive. She answers texts and phone calls all day everyday; I have no idea how she keeps this up with all her clients, but she does. We cannot recommend Candice enough and are so grateful we had her on our side during this home buying process.

Best experience I have EVER had working with any real estate agent or Realtor!!…read more I've bought/sold two homes in the past working with at least 3 Realtors through the process and Liz and her team delivered the best experience BY FAR! My wife and I worked with Liz on the purchase of our new dream house in Orange County. From the start she was going above and beyond what we were expecting. We called rather suddenly when a property showed up on the market and scheduled to go see it with her. We weren't seriously looking before this. By the time we got to the property she and her team already had a good understanding of the history of the listing and were working comps real time to give us a clear understanding of what fair market value would be. Even adjusting it for what we were seeing in person at the property. We weren't certain if it was more of a buyer's market or a seller's market as it had been a seller's market for so long, but she explained the current conditions/trends of what she was seeing in the area and gave us EXCELLENT advice every step of the way. But she was also never pushy. She ultimately left it up to us to make the decision with the information she provided. We trusted her expertise and it absolutely paid off, literally. We got a deal on the property that we are very happy with. She offered great advice on everything from prices, timing, and even when to potentially walk away. Liz has a team of people that really seem to communicate as a team, not just a group of individuals working under the same company name. In passing conversations Liz talked about how she and her team work together, and it does seem like they get to share in each others expertise and experiences to develop a good understanding of the market. Liz also talked about what she does to train her team, and she seems like a great leader. No one looks left behind to fend for themselves, and it seems very structured so that everyone has support and training to deliver great customer service. Liz has a great reputation in the area which I think was a huge benefit in our case. The seller's Realtor already knew Liz and trusted her. We happened to meet the seller's Realtor, and even without Liz present, the seller's Realtor had nothing but great things to say about their interactions. Her expertise really does seem to be in demand as she seemed to be giving seminars or talks to audiences even outside of her team. Even with her busy schedule it never really impacted the scheduling of events at our home. She always still met us at the property for events like home inspections, walk throughs, and giving us the keys to the property. She always provided great communication and was very responsive whether it was through e-mail, calls or texts to help answer questions. I can be "particular" (picky) about some things and whenever I brought up a question or concern, no matter how small, she never dismissed it or tried to excuse it as something I didn't need to worry about. She took my concerns seriously and got them addressed. Out of everything, I think this is what I am most grateful for as it kept me comfortable working with her and I never felt like she was just trying to "close a deal", which was my preconceived notion of Realtors unfortunately. She really does seem to care for her clients and making sure they are happy. I would 100% work with Liz again!

We first engaged Liz and her team in 2012 and have received exemplary service from them. Here's…read morewhat you get: extraordinary and clear communication for all your questions and concerns, access to numerous listings tailored to your search criteria, reliable appointments with zero no-shows or excuses, and a brilliant guide to help you find what you need. The experience, knowledge, and service is superior to all others we've seen. At no point over the years did we feel pressured to act or unprioritized. Liz and Jessica were instrumental in our latest search and got the deal done to our satisfaction. It doesn't matter whether you're a first time renter, buyer, or seller, you'll be in great hands here.

Ramon taught FPU at church and we really learned a lot. He was a great teacher and was very…read moreknowledgeable.

We had the pleasure of working with Ramon to sell our condo in Downtown Long Beach, and we truly…read morecould not have asked for a better experience. We first connected with Ramon in 2025 when we were considering selling our home. After several conversations, we realized we were not yet financially ready to move forward. Even though Ramon had already invested time and effort into helping us evaluate our options, he never made us feel pressured or guilty about our decision. He remained supportive and checked in periodically throughout the year without ever being pushy. A year later, when we were finally ready to sell, choosing Ramon and his team was an easy decision. From start to finish, the entire team was incredibly communicative and professional. They created a group chat with my husband and me, which made it easy to stay informed, ask questions, and receive updates throughout the process. Ramon and his team also did an excellent job coordinating showings. They ensured we had the ability to approve or decline requests based on our schedule and convenience, which gave us time to prepare and made the process much less stressful. When we eventually received an offer, due to our personal financial circumstances we were facing the possibility of bringing money to closing. (This situation was entirely unrelated to Ramon or his team and was simply the result of not having paid down enough of our mortgage) Ramon was generous enough to voluntarily reduce his commission, which helped us walk away from the sale with money in our pockets. That act alone speaks volumes about his character, integrity, and commitment to his clients. Ramon genuinely cares about the people he represents and consistently puts their best interests first. Despite a slower condo market in our area, he successfully got our property sold and guided us through every challenge with professionalism and compassion. We are incredibly grateful for all of the hard work, dedication, and support that Ramon and his team provided!

If you're looking for someone to just stab a "For Sale" sign into the ground and sit on your couch…read moreon the weekends, you'll probably do fine hiring any real estate agent that sends you a free oven mitt. But if you want someone who can get you the best price for your place, handle all the mucky-muck of buying and selling, and still manage to meet you at a property at 8 AM in the morning (because that is absolutely the only time you have available), you better call Lorette. Real estate isn't just a weekend hobby for her. It's her life. It all starts with a visit to your home. There, she'll asses the value of your place, suggest some inexpensive updates, and even offer some staging ideas. Depending on the state of your home (ours was looking pretty dated), your property could be ready for listing in as early as a week. Or in our case, as late as a month. As you might assume, it's a lot easier to sell a home when no one is living in it. Unfortunately, we didn't have that option, so Lorette had to work around our busy schedules. That meant hiding all of our personal belongings at a moment's notice (for those sudden showing requests), and actually making our bed every day, like civilised people. All the while, we were in the process of figuring out where we wanted to buy our next home. That meant having Lorette arrange for showings of multiple properties in a lot of different areas, including Lakewood, Downey, Cypress, Artesia and various areas of Long Beach (which is not a small town). Making things even more difficult was the fact that any offer we made on a new home had to be contingent on the sale of our current home. That meant virtually signing a lot of offers and counter offers (through DocuSign), and arranging for multiple inspections on both our home and the ones we made offers on. In other words, it wasn't easy for any of us--but Lorette made it a whole lot easier. Through her professionalism, care and insight, we not only ended up getting a great offer on our condo, we got a fair price on a house in Anaheim that truly feels like home. In L.A. and Orange County, they say real estate agents are a dime a dozen. But Lorette, she's one in a million.

Lorette is an absolute pro! As soon as we met Lorette, we knew she was an experienced, level…read moreheaded real estate pro that would be able to help us get into a new home. Lorette exceeded our high hopes and expectations. For all the little things that will pop up during the buying process, Lorette was literally one step ahead and kept the process moving so we and the transaction didn't miss a beat. Lorette has a great list of professionals that we were able to use to assess the house, and fix all the little things that require attention once we bought the house. We recommend Lorette unconditionally. We look forward to working with her again. Pete and Emma Connoy Seal Beach, CA

I've had the pleasure of knowing Tyler for the past 10 years. Recently, when my wife and I decided…read moreto move back to Southern California, I knew Tyler was the right person to help us find our new home. What I didn't know was that Tyler would deliver above and beyond my [already high] expectations. Tyler's professionalism, astute market intelligence, and white-glove client service were second to none. In today's market, buyers need to move quickly, efficiently, and without error to secure a premium property. Tyler's methodical and differentiating home buying process accounted for all of this. His communications and materials were always on-point and proactive. Tyler ensured that everything about our experience was properly planned, facilitated, and executed. The result of Tyler's hard work was two-fold; not only did we secure a home in Newport Beach upon making our very first offer, but also closed escrow successfully in under 30 days (and we weren't the "all cash buyers" you hear about amongst the crowd - we came in with less than 20% down and financed with a big bank). Tyler, and his top-notch team at Compass, played a critical role in our success and I couldn't imagine buying another home in the future without his partnership. Thank you again!

I don't have room on here to boast the way they deserve... But this is definitely luxury at a…read morerealistic level...finally! I've already recommended them to two people!