I've owned (and sold) many homes in the past 40 years and I've worked with a lot of real estate…read moreagents. Vicky Costantini stands out as the best of them all. When it came time to sell my parents' stunning Woodside Hills home in the SF Bay Area, managing the process from the opposite coast, I can't imagine having worked with anyone else. I'll cut to the chase. Second day on the market, we received a preemptive all-cash offer, well above ask, with no contingencies and closed in 7 days. Many things had to be handled properly and intelligently for this to happen. And, quite frankly, it all came down to Vicky. (Well, I get some credit, because I was smart enough to listen to her.) Vicky has specialized in buying and selling Woodside real estate for over three decades. This experience translates into a deep and intuitive understanding about local market dynamics. Why are some of the properties that many seem to think are comps languishing for months and having to cut price? As a Type A analytic person, it would've been easy to agonize and second guess myself and Vicky. I'm glad I didn't. With this team, you're in astute and experienced hands. Vicky is the consummate professional. She spends the time to understand your goals, concerns, and work style. If you like to delegate, there's no question she will handle it all within the parameters you set and keep you informed. If you're like me and want interactive, real-time decision making, she is right there with you every step of the way. She can multi-task with the best of us. Vicky is on it. She does not drop balls. She does not cut corners. She knows the law and has your back. She will not make choices that could come back to hurt you (and her reputation). She's got you. So if you're like me and your mind is always on the move, you have the space to ask all the questions without feeling like you're nuts. She does not make you nervous. Vicky is a grown-up. She has true emotional intelligence. She is patient and grounded. She doesn't get overwhelmed. She doesn't take things personally. She revels in solving problems and staying on track. She will also protect you against yourself. Vicky understands that buying and selling your home is A Big Deal. She can talk you down from over-reacting and protect you from yourself. Vicky is a generous and happy person. She likes people and she is genuinely likeable. In my particular situation, the transaction involved the sale of a house inside a trust. It's really not much of a difference technically. What was different is that I live on the other side of the country. We got it done together. Vicky did all the local heavy lifting and this included activities not strictly connected to the sale of the house, such as the excruciating details of handling decades worth of personal belongings in the house -- distribution among beneficiaries, movers, disposition of unwanted items, protecting private papers, and so on. Not once did Vicky ever say "that's not my job." As far as she was concerned, it was all her job. She promised she would handle it all and she did -- with a smile. The property had a lot going for it and that was super motivating for everyone. But it still required vision and tremendous attention to detail. The house wasn't maintained at the standard it deserved and it needed a lot of work. I'm talking detailed inspections, major landscaping, whole house painting, replacing carpets, redoing hardwood floors, and all the things that need to be cleaned out, like septic tanks and crawl spaces and attics. The work had to be done economically and impeccably, and disclosed properly. That was no easy matter in Woodside. She hung in there with me as I required three and sometimes four lower estimates for every job, saving the trust tens of thousands of dollars. Oh, did I mention the interior staging was gorgeous? Now that the transaction is complete, here's where we are. We're friends. Seriously. If I drove her nuts, she's not showing it. She's warm and kind as ever. And she's still helping me to get personal property from the guy who repairs fine rugs to the moving truck which leaves for NJ in a few days. Vicky doesn't stack listings. She is selective for good reason. Each listing gets her full attention. It's more enjoyable this way, she tells me. And one neglected transaction can tank a reputation. I loved working with her. If you have a chance to hire her, grab it. I'm betting she will knock your socks off, too.

Vicky and Enzo were fantastic to work with in selling my mother's property and my childhood home in…read moreWoodside. They were extremely well organized and have an excellent understanding of market conditions in Woodside. They were extremely efficient and thorough with performing the required inspections and marketing material for getting the house ready for sale. They were very communicative throughout the process and were able to navigate complex family dynamics to finally get the sale to the finish line. I would highly recommend them!

Nicole and Carol are a great team and we highly recommend that you choose them as your trusted real…read moreestate agents! We started working with Nicole over two years ago as a referral from a close friend who spoke very highly of her. As first time home buyers, my husband and I were basically clueless and had no idea just how complex the Bay Area real estate market is. Nicole helped us navigate these waters with ease, and educated us about the complexities of disclosure packets and purchase contracts well in advance so that when the time finally came, we'd be familiar with such detailed documents. Pre-covid, Nicole spent an entire Saturday driving us to houses in various neighborhoods so that we could see what different cities offered and to help us narrow down our home search based on what we saw. We also attended several open houses together and she always kept an eye out for homes that fit our criteria and attended broker tours on our behalf. We also continued working with Nicole throughout the pandemic and experienced first hand how the original interaction model had to change. Without any open houses, I felt like Nicole had to pour even more time into our search because covid policies required individual appointments to view each home. Nicole was patient with us as we viewed what seemed like 20+ homes during a nine month period. She is respectful of your opinions, but will also share her professional opinion when requested. We ultimately found a home and throughout the entire closing process, not only did Nicole help us, but so did her team. We were in the best of hands and there weren't any hiccups. Together, this team guided us every step of the way with constant communication. DocuSign was used to electronically sign all documents and keys were left in a lockbox when the home was officially ours! In fact, with their help, we were able to close a week earlier than expected! As you can tell, we obviously spent a lot of time with Nicole (she was stuck with us for two years!) and we enjoyed every minute of it. She's great to be around and extremely insightful. Finally, I want to share a story from when my husband and I first started going to open houses a few years ago. When we told other agents who our realtors were (we just would say "carol and Nicole") and they *always* knew who we were talking about. Nicole and Carol have created a reputation that is built upon trust, professionalism and extensive market-specific knowledge.

I'm a first time homebuyer and had the best experience with Nicole who helped me purchase my first…read morehome. I was working with a different agent previously and it was not a good relationship, but switched over to have Nicole assist me after recommendations from people at work. Nicole was super patient and took me around to view multiple listings on our first appointment. She was super knowledgeable about the area having more than 20 years of experience. She also walked me through all that I needed to know as a first time buyer, and quickly built trust and made me feel comfortable with her representing me. At every step of the process, she personally walked me through it, explaining to me what all the documents in the housing disclosure package were for, and what I should be looking out for. Most importantly, she was always on my side. Nicole and Carol work together as team and I can't recommend them enough! I will definitely be working with them again in future!

Words can't describe how amazing Chris is! He was so patient with us throughout the whole process…read moreand answered all of our questions big or small. Can't recommend him highly enough!

Great agent! very thoughtful and thorough and has the pulse of the . Great to work with!read more

Allen was essential to the wonderfully successful sale of our home, and was vital to helping us…read morenavigate the process while mitigating the attendant stressors. Allen and Toby made this process enjoyable! Crazy as that may sound.... Amy and I are very grateful to them.

Allen was extremely helpful in guiding us through the rather quick process of finding our home! I'm…read moresure he would have been extremely patient, had we not found what we were looking for. But we did, and that is surely thanks to his help and expertise! We couldn't be happier.

I purchased my current home with Rainmaker about a decade ago! Alex paired me with the right…read moreperson on his team to work with. I always felt I could go to either of them with questions and concerns. Through the years, we've stayed loosely in touch. Recently I asked Alex his thoughts on a second property, sharing my concerns and parameters. He had/has really good ideas, has experience with handling different situations, and I didn't/don't feel at all pressured to purchase. When it comes, hoping the second time goes just as well!

We never thought we could get the dream home after seeing the massive traffic at the open house,…read morebut Yao Li made the impossible happen! She is incredibly knowledgeable, strategic, and resourceful, navigating this competitive market with expertise. Her support didn't stop at closing--the unexpected and valuable after-sale service (including offering resources & connections to help fix small issues) truly sets her apart. We are immensely grateful and feel lucky to have had her as our agent.

Greg was stellar as our buyers' agent and secured us a great home off market. He navigated the…read morenegotiations to land us our dream home in the perfect neighborhood and knew all the right questions to ask. His years of experience were evident and so appreciated. Highly recommend!

Highly Recommended - Exceptional Service from Greg Stange I…read moreworked with Greg Stange to sell my home at 285 Alta Vista Way in Daly City, CA, and the experience exceeded all expectations. Greg's expertise, professionalism, and attention to detail made the entire process smooth and stress-free. From prepping the home to navigating negotiations, Greg was proactive, responsive, and incredibly knowledgeable about the local market. What truly set Greg apart was his genuine care and clear communication. I always felt informed, supported, and confident throughout each stage. Thanks to his strategic approach and dedication, the home sold quickly--and for a fantastic price. If you're looking for a real estate agent who delivers outstanding results while treating you like a priority, Greg Stange is the one to call.

It's truly a pleasure working with an area expert (and all of the benefits which that entails)…read more Thank you for taking such good care of us Jayne!

Jayne knows Woodside Real Estate! It's rare to work with a real estate agent ( or anyone for that…read morematter) who has such sincere personalized service and professionalism. She knows her market, and she knows people. Her 30 years+ of experience in the area makes her an absolute asset. I was blown away with her knowledge of neighborhoods, schools, local history, stores & services! She is a Woodside native, has raised her children there, and her true love for the area shows. What I appreciate most about Jayne is her personal service and sincere commitment to her clients. She listens and she is honest. She won't just tell you to check things out online, and come back when you are ready to fill out the paperwork. She gives you straight forward opinions, and makes the types of recommendations that a real estate professional should. Buying and selling a home is stressful and emotional! Jayne helps to make it more enjoyable and comfortable process because she empowers you with realistic expectations and market knowledge. In my home buying process I encountered plenty of agents- most just expect a quick commission, telling me the market is hot and won't cool off anytime soon, and offering nothing more than the advice to up my offer and drop my contingencies. Jayne isn't that type of agent. She's been through market cycles, seen the rapid growth in the area, and works for her client first and foremost. Bottom line: If you are looking to buy, sell or even just rent in Woodside, you should talk to Jayne.

Laura is absolutely amazing! I have been following her home sales across the Peninsula for years,…read moreso when we were ready to sell our home in San Carlos, I knew immediately she was our number one choice. Selling a home can be incredibly stressful, but Laura made the process seamless. She connected us with fantastic professional help for painting and carpet installation, and her market expertise was invaluable. Her timing and pricing strategies were impeccable, allowing us to sell our home in record time, with total ease, and despite a challenging market. Thank you Laura!! We highly recommend Laura for anyone looking to buy or sell a home in the Peninsula!

We found Laura through a local parents' group, where she came highly recommended for her expertise…read morein the San Carlos real estate market. Laura's strong presence and connections are invaluable in today's market, as she's constantly aware of which homes are coming on the market and potential buyers for our home. When Laura came to see our property, she immediately dived in--educating us about her strategy and the best timing to sell. What made the selling process even more streamlined was that she had a team of contractors on hand to help prepare the home for sale and maximize its value. You can truly see Laura's dedication to her work in the way she frequently stops by our property to ensure it remains clean and presentable. We couldn't have asked for a better agent to sell our home for top dollar--her strategy is key to making any home she touches stand out.

I can't recommend Naoko Amaya enough! Selling my Los Gatos home during a difficult divorce was…read moreincredibly emotional, but she was more than just a real estate agent, Naoko was my rock. Her support went far beyond the transaction; she was compassionate, attentive, and made me feel truly cared for. She guided me every step of the way with expertise and empathy. I'm deeply grateful to have had her by my side and would wholeheartedly recommend her to anyone. Not only was Naoko incredibly supportive, but she also sold the house remarkably fast even in a challenging market up in the mountains. Naoko truly went above and beyond! forever thankful

We can't even begin to tell you how happy we were with the job Naoko did for us. Naoko is the most…read moredependable and responsible real estate agent we ever worked with and it's not even close. She sold our rental property and went through a 1031 exchange and found us an exchange property and made the process as smooth as possible. We recommend Naoko Amaya to be your real estate agent and you will not regret it.

We moved to the peninsula less than a year ago and started renting with the plan to buy a house in…read morethe coming year or two. When we interviewed realtors we were drawn to Raziel because it felt like every question we had was answered and backed up by data-driven analyses. We were also really intrigued by his unconventional process that is extremely involved in the beginning. Coming from out of state we learned so much about the area and what kinds of properties we could expect for our budget in each neighborhood we were interested in. This allowed us to really hone in our search and made the process less stressful because at that point we knew exactly what we wanted and were prepared for the right house to come along. During this time Raziel also guided us through the process of understanding buying a turn-key property vs. something that would need renovations. When we found our ideal property, we were a little anxious because it was an off-market Hillsborough house. But Raziel was quick to move and get us a showing and guide us to make the right offer for the property. It was complicated, as some off-market listings can be, but it was Raziel's strong relationship with the listing agent that helped our offer prevail. We have to say that every time we saw a house and the listing agent heard we were working with Raziel they had a genuinely warm reaction that made it obvious he is well-liked and respected in his field. Also, Raziel knew our plan was to buy in the 1-2 year range and we never felt pressure to move that timeline up. Instead, for every house we considered putting an offer on, Raziel gave us a thorough discussion of all the reasons why someone would not want to buy the house, and that helped us really decide if it was the right property for us. It always felt like he truly wanted to find us the right house for our family, not just make a business transaction. We feel so grateful that we worked with Raziel and his team to find our ideal property (thank you Jenny and Angilee!).

Raziel and his team (Jenny, Angilee, Emily) are exceptional! With their support, we bought our home…read moresooner than we expected, and the entire process was incredibly smooth: our very first offer was accepted. In the Peninsula's competitive market, we couldn't believe it! As first time home buyers, we were looking for someone deeply knowledgeable who could guide us through the entire process: from understanding local neighborhoods and why buyers might choose one over the other, narrowing down our criteria along with what's realistic in our budget, doing diligence when the right house pops up, and navigating the offer process. We didn't know what we didn't know, and we really wanted an expert. Raziel was exactly who we were looking for! He has a very well-structured process that we loved - touring neighborhoods, looking at past sold homes together, and moving quickly when the right house pops up. I really enjoyed learning as much as I could from Raziel, as he has so much local knowledge that I would never have learned otherwise. For the home we ultimately purchased, he suggested bringing an engineer on-site to take a look at the house before we submitted our offer. He also flagged an unusual item in the seller's disclosure packet that he hadn't seen before and recommended reviewing it with a real estate attorney. We followed both suggestions. Everything checked out, and because of that diligence, we felt confident submitting our offer. We would not have taken those extra steps without his guidance. Raziel truly de-risked the process as much as possible. By offer day, we felt informed and prepared. We love our home and are incredibly grateful for Raziel and his team. We can't recommend them highly enough!