Mina helped me and my husband land our first home in Century City. It was a long journey going…read morethrough so many houses in west LA, but Mina was always ready and enthusiastic to guide us - from initial house showing to the offering process. Working with her is like working with a good friend. She's honest, thorough and most importantly , we never felt pushed to make the big purchase. I would highly recommend Mina and would work with her again!

Mina was incredible helping us buy our first home!…read more Huge thanks to Mina for making our first home purchase in Culver City such a smooth and positive experience! She was incredibly patient with all our newbie questions, always gave us quick responses ( even after hours!), and handled everything with total professionalism. Mina was so helpful every step of the way - from finding places to closing - and was genuinely a pleasure to deal with, calm and helpful even when things got stressful. We highly recommend Mina, especially to first-time buyers. She's amazing! Thank you, Mina!

Tami and her team were a pleasure to work with. We had very specific options that we were looking…read morefor and also had a somewhat complicated time schedule, and they all went the extra mile to provide truly excellent service and good council when it came to selecting our new home they were a pleasure to work with in every aspect of the transaction

Tami was there for every step and always on my side, not pushing to just get any sale, but to get…read morewhat I wanted. She was very responsive & none of my inane questions were ignored. Excellent agent & good person!

Ray was continuously advocating for the client. His recommendations for the condo staging and setup…read moreproved to be important. Managing the 6 offers with a wide variety of terms resulted in good terms with an all cash, 20 day escrow. When major water damage, from an upstairs unit threatened the deal, and required 42 days to repair, he proved himself invaluable in helping manage the extensive repairs, and keeping the sale in place. Very pleased and highly recommend

Ray Lyon has to be the most spectacular realtor anyone could ever hope for. We had interviewed…read moreseveral realtors in the West LA area to help sell our family home while we were quite a distance away. At our initial meeting we could tell that Ray was a straight shooter, insanely knowledgeable on all things real estate with deep expertise regarding the Westside and how to achieve the ideal outcome beyond all expectations. We put our trust in Ray, followed his guidance every step of the way and WOW the results were exceptional ! Ray made what could have been a very challenging process a simply amazing experience. We needed painting done, yup, he took care of that well below what it would have cost us, needed a plumber, yup he got that too, wait we needed to move all the furniture....OMG he got that done, multiple times saving us countless trips and expense hiring our own professionals....We saved thousands simply by working with Ray AND to top it off his strategy to sell the home was brilliant ( a bit scary but we went with it); resulting in a crazy fast sale, not to mention an ultimate offer and closing price that was approx 200K OVER the asking price. We never expected that but once again Ray delivered so far beyond our expectations. Rays the real deal, no one can top his super service and outstanding results. I never really saw the value of any realtor over several past home sales but holy cow...this was different. If you are searching for a realtor go no further. We highly recommend Ray as the very best you will ever find if you are looking to list or purchase a home. WOOOHOOOOOOO.....so lucky to have had this entire experience with Ray !

If you're looking for a realtor who genuinely cares about his clients, Andrew Mason is the person…read moreyou want in your corner. As first-time homebuyers, we had a lot of questions, a LOT of nerves, and a very specific list of things we were looking for in a condo. We spent more tiem than most keeping an eye on the market and waiting for the right place, and Andrew was incredibly patient through all of it. We never felt pressured or rushed. Instead, he helped us stay focused on finding a home we truly loved and felt good about. Then, when the right condo finally came on the market, Andrew jumped in as our guide through the process. He got us in for a showing within 24 hours, helped us put together a strong offer within 48 hours, and guided us through every step with so much confidence and expertise that what felt intimidating suddenly felt manageable. Our offer was accepted quickly, escrow was smooth, and just 15 days later, we were homeowners. Andrew is thoughtful, responsive, and somehow makes a stressful process feel fun. We really felt, and still feel, like we can trust him in what is the biggest decision of our lives so far. We always felt like he was looking out for us and giving us honest advice, not just trying to close a deal and move on. And any time we were with him, he was never rushing out the door. He was patient and always answered our (many) questions. We're so grateful for his help, and in many years when we are ready for an upgrade, know that he will be our first call.

I couldn't be happier with my home-buying experience with Sitah Mahadeo from Compass | The…read moreStephanie Younger Group. Sitah was incredibly knowledgeable, professional, and proactive throughout the entire process. Her deep understanding of the local market and strong relationships were absolutely critical--she was able to uncover an off-market opportunity that we never would have gotten without her. She guided us through a smart, strategic offer that ultimately secured the home. I truly felt supported and confident every step of the way and would highly recommend Sitah to anyone looking to purchase a home, especially if you want an edge in a competitive market.

After briefly speaking to Jennie, one thing that stood out to me was her work ethic. If you are in…read morethe market to buy or sell a home, I am confident Jennie will work to make sure you get what you deserve.

Jennie was, by far, the most professional, sincere and honest realtor that we have worked with…read more She was a pleasure to work with and made great suggestions. She sold our home fast and the transaction went very smoothly without any issues. We would highly recommend her if you want to get the job done!

Conocimos a Scott Price hace aproximadamente un año, y desde el primer momento supimos que era la…read morepersona indicada para ayudarnos en la compra de nuestra casa. Scott se tomó el tiempo de explicarnos cada detalle de los contratos, enseñarnos cómo funciona el mercado local y darnos consejos valiosos para poder competir en el mercado de Santa Monica, que no es nada fácil. Buscamos casa durante casi un año, y en todo ese tiempo Scott jamás nos presionó. Siempre estuvo a nuestro lado, guiándonos con paciencia y motivándonos a tomar una decisión inteligente, nunca una apresurada. Y definitivamente valió la pena. Gracias a Scott encontramos exactamente lo que estábamos buscando, y además logró algo muy poco común: consiguió que aceptaran nuestra oferta antes de que la propiedad saliera oficialmente al mercado. Scott también negoció un crédito enorme a nuestro favor por parte de los vendedores y además nos recomendó y coordinó las cotizaciones de varios contratistas para la remodelación que queremos hacer. Estamos realmente impresionados con el profesionalismo, conocimiento y dedicación de Scott. Durante este último año no solo ganamos un excelente agente, también ganamos un amigo. Hemos disfrutado muchísimo trabajar con él y todo el proceso fue mucho más agradable gracias a su apoyo constante. Si están buscando representación de primer nivel y quieren realmente disfrutar el proceso de compra, no duden en trabajar con Scott Price.

I can't say enough great things about my real estate agent, Scott Price. My Ocean Park Santa Monica…read moretownhouse had been rented for 9 years, and when the tenant finally vacated, the property was in rough condition. What initially felt overwhelming became completely manageable thanks to Scott's vision, guidance, and hands-on involvement throughout the entire process. Scott didn't just list the property; he curated the complete transformation of the unit before it went on the market. He helped oversee every detail, including installing beautiful sheer curtains, replacing outdated doorknobs, upgrading every old coffee-colored outlet to clean modern white Decora outlets throughout, selecting and installing 12 new light fixtures, coordinating all new paint, updating the bathrooms with new vanities, faucets, and mirrors, and replacing all of the carpet. The end result was stunning and completely transformed the feel of the home. Most importantly, Scott's strategy and execution delivered incredible results. We received an offer for $101,000 over asking price after just 6 days on the market, and we closed escrow only three weeks later. Truly remarkable, especially in what many would consider a challenging market. Scott is thoughtful, detail-oriented, hardworking, and exceptionally knowledgeable. I'm incredibly grateful for his expertise and would recommend him without hesitation to anyone looking to buy or sell property in Santa Monica.

Vivian is the real deal. She went above and beyond for us, holding multiple open houses--including…read morebroker previews and even evening twilight opens--to make sure our home got the best exposure possible. She also sent out over 5,000 mailers to the surrounding neighborhoods, and every single open house was packed with people, which is no small feat in a slower market. On top of that, Vivian literally went door-to-door in the neighborhood, introducing herself and helping the neighbors feel included in the process of "choosing their next neighbor." Honestly, such a brilliant idea--it made the whole experience more personal and built excitement for the sale. Her hustle paid off: our home ultimately sold for over asking with multiple buyers interested. Vivian and her team have a strong work ethic, and I always found her to be very available whenever we needed her. I've read some of the other reviews out there, but I can only speak from my own experience--and it was excellent. Vivian did a thorough, diligent job while keeping our best interests front and center every step of the way. Thank you, Vivian, for making the process smooth and successful. Highly recommend!

Vivian Lesny is The Epiphany of what people say about Realtors. She makes believe she's so…read moreprofessional in that she cares but in reality she's rude unprofessional and is not on top of things

I had the pleasure of working with Tiffany Chin and her entire team on the sale of an inherited…read moreproperty in Los Angeles. From start to finish, the experience was outstanding. Selling a property from out of state can be incredibly daunting, but Tiffany made the entire process seamless. Her expertise in the local market was evident immediately, and she provided invaluable guidance on pricing and preparation. Tiffany went above and beyond by providing us with a list of vetted contractor contacts long before I officially signed with her, which gave me the confidence to handle necessary repairs early on. When complex issues arose later, including navigating a repair contingency and probate related documentation, Tiffany handled them with professional ease and kept all parties aligned. She and her team were proactive, highly responsive, and truly hands-on with helping to coordinating necessary repairs which saved us tremendous stress. I cannot recommend Tiffany and The Tiffany Chin Group highly enough. If you're looking for a broker who is knowledgeable, diligent, and deeply committed to achieving the best possible outcome for her clients, Tiffany is the one to call."

We met with Rachel with just the idea of wanting to move to CA with no real date in mind. She was…read morewilling to get started by getting to know us and our wants as soon as possible, so when the time came - it was full speed ahead. And that it was! Her insights to the area, her connections with other service people, and her nonstop efforts made the search for our home far much more enjoyable than I could imagine it being. Through the frustrations, which is inevitable, Rachel stayed by our side and was always connected with us. She is very responsive and worked so hard for us. Her energy was everything in this process. And we are so thankful to have had her as our realtor. Moving & finding our home would not have been this successful without the full support that Rachel provided. I can't speak more highly of this group! And it shows how they truly value their clients, day in and day out!

CASSANDRA HEPBURN & HOWARD CHENG with Serene Team…read more Thank you so much for all your help! They have been helping me with this process along the way as a first timer! They always help me with any questions that I have. Not only do they help you but they teach you along the way We are very thankful for you guys! Cassandra! Thank you so much for all you have done! She would drive all the way out to the different homes we wanted to look at and it was far! Cassandra is always on time & makes the walkthroughs very fun but not only that she makes sure things get done Thank you so much! Make sure to ask for Cassandra & or Howard !! Check out their instagrams they have good information & they are all about helping Veterans who need help buying homes!

1-Star Yelp Review for Kyle Draper and Michael Maloney - Serene Team at eXp Realty…read more I never leave public reviews for other real estate agents... because this business can be very challenging. But my experience with Kyle Draper and Michael Maloney, both agents with the Serene Team at eXp Realty, has been consistently disappointing and unprofessional over the past 8+ years. Kyle Draper, who previously worked under my leadership when I was the Team Leader at Keller Williams Downtown LA, withheld a referral commission that was contractually owed to me. He later admitted in writing that he let someone else "keep my cut." I filed a commission dispute and lawsuit, which was dismissed without prejudice due to timing... but his handling of the situation showed a complete lack of professionalism and accountability. Despite that history, and not yet knowing about a vulgar Facebook comment left about me by Michael Maloney, I gave their team another chance. I moved forward on two escrows at my listing at 240 Robinson Street (south of Silver Lake), where Michael brought in buyers. Both buyers failed to perform. Both escrows were mismanaged and filled with errors... costing me and my client time and credibility. Later, I discovered that Michael had left a public comment on my professional Facebook page saying, "F*** off you fraud." When I asked him about it, he denied it and said he was "hacked." Regardless of the excuse, the comment stayed up for months and was visible to clients and colleagues. On top of all that, Kyle Draper cornered one of my partners at an open house and, instead of acting professionally, spent the time talking negatively about me. This has become a pattern... personal attacks, gossip, and backdoor behavior that has no place in a professional real estate transaction. Here's the summary: Withheld referral commission Unprofessional and defamatory public comment by Michael Two failed escrows from unqualified buyers Years of personal and professional attacks If you're working in Los Angeles real estate, especially around Echo Park, Silver Lake, or Downtown LA, I strongly recommend avoiding Kyle Draper and Michael Maloney of the Serene Team at eXp Realty. I wish them the best in life... but I will never do business with them again, and I advise others to proceed with caution. ***UPDATE (June 2025): After I confronted Michael Maloney via text on June 8, 2025 regarding the Facebook defamation, he left eXp Realty the very next day. Kyle Draper left eXp Realty the following day. These facts are confirmed via the California Department of Real Estate. While no explanation has been given, the timing is not coincidental. In response to this review, Kyle Draper publicly commented on Yelp and falsely implied that a lawsuit I filed had no merit. The case (Bramante v. (Ray) Wu, Draper, Peng - Case No. 20STLC07362) was dismissed without prejudice, which means it was never ruled on and remains fully actionable. Draper's statement is intentionally misleading and part of a continuing pattern of professional misrepresentation (I have attached a copy of the actual court case history verifying my comments). I've since issued a formal cease and desist and have begun legal action for defamation, commission theft, tortious interference, and reputational harm. I am posting this to protect others. If you are a buyer, seller, or agent working in Los Angeles, ask questions and do your diligence.

I applied for a basic $1800 apartment with 820 credit, $10k monthly income as a software engineer,…read moreand 7 years of perfect rental history. I even sent full bank statements. They still came back asking for my actual tax returns and whether my son lives with me full-time, which is illegal according to the Federal Fair Housing Act, specifically 42 U.S.C. § 3604 (Section 804 of the Fair Housing Act) and will be reported for CalDRE and HUD with proofs. This company is what wrong with the housing market and what will cause the next house crisis, they are bullies. I'm 37 years old. In almost 20 years of renting in LA, I've never been asked for tax returns -- not even when I bought a property. This is ridiculous. Extremely rude, invasive, and discriminatory. They're clearly looking for any reason to reject people. Complete waste of time. Stay away.

Edited in light of the response:…read more Yes you "fixed" the water spots on my ceiling by sending over a dude with a spray bottle of bleach, and my broken drawer that's been "fixed" 4 times has a rusty nail sticking out the front that stabbed me last week. Meaning I now have to submit more work orders and schedule more appointments to fix the cheap lousy "repairs" your team does. It's not worth the trouble. I will be submitting my notice very soon and moving out. Can't wait to see how many things YOUR team has "fixed" yall try to take out of my security deposit.