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Redfin, faking compassion in an attempt to cancel my review.    They take your money and avoid responsibility.
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BOTH MY AGENT AND REDFIN HQ DID NOT FULFILL THEIR FIDUCIARY RESPONSIBILITY TO WORK IN MY BEST INTERESTS Please read below to see the insidious way I was taken advantage of before you choose them for their low percentage: I sold my house through Redfin over a year ago. Mark Collwell, my agent, told me that everything was set and the place was sold and the signing was set. "Is there any chance of the place NOT being sold?" I asked him, knowing that signing a new lease and moving out was a very sticky, non-reversing move. "No" was his answer. I moved-out and cleaned my place and moved into my new place. On the Settlement Date, the day of the signing, the new buyers found something out of left-field they didn't like: the regular, annual increase of 5% of the HOA which was pretty standard throughout SF. "They are not buying" I get a text from Mark? "What?" I answered. I called - no answer. "Can they really back out of this?" I texted. He texted back "They are asking for $6,000 off the price. Or else they won't buy." I was desperate. I had to sell - a sale as a result of a divorce, a sale to avoid personal bankruptcy in my annus horrablis. My new place had my deposit and would charge me extra for breaking a lease. I had no options. I ran out of money. I had to make a decision and the decision was foreclosure or pony up. They had me by the balls. My heart was racing and I had to make a decision right there there on-the-spot, quick while they were still at the signing table. "Ok.. Do it. :( " I texted back. ... and just like that I lost $6,000 because both agents pegged me as a sucker. I called my dad afterwards. "Oh that is horrible - you were taken advantage of by both agents. Usually in this case, so they can sell the house, both agents eat into their commissions to make it happen. In your case, both agents knew how desperate you were and they passed it on to you. You shouldn't have agreed." "Dad, I had no choice. I just want this whole nightmare in the rear view mirror." He responded "Do you really think that the both agents would give up making $48,000 (their commission) on the day of settlement? Agents perform backflips to get to the point where they can convince both parties to sign. They want to get that signature on that paper at all costs. Six thousand is nothing to them, especially if they have gotten that far." Shame on me for having faith in my real estate agent. A few months later I get a call from a Redfin manager - I think his name was Eric or something - asking me how I felt about my experience. I told him exactly what happened. What did he do - ZILCH "Oh, I am sorry that happened to you." he said. "So you aren't going to do anything for me to make this right?" "Oh - I'll relay this experience up the chain and we'll get back to you." You know how this story ends. I guess they called me expecting praise. It's so easy to just express words, putting no skin in the game. I was taken advantage of. UPDATE: I then post this review on YELP!, and then I get a message back from "Kelly", the person they have that monitors these Yelp! messages, asking for my Redfin User ID, saying "I am going to look into this situation further for you." I gave it to him and, again - NOTHING. Now I realize that all his intention was never to make anything right, their intention was to try to poke holes in my story; figure-out whether they could remove my Yelp! review probably because the one star reviews are beginning to flow in. SORRY HQ- YOU GUYS REALLY DO THIS TO YOUR CLIENTS - I AM REAL. Wouldn't it be easier to fix situations instead of avoiding responsibility - what all long-term, client-centric, winning organizations do. Don't they realize that if this review stops just ONE person from going with them, they would have paid dearly for taking advantage of me (or anyone else?) Nutshell: They have a nice deal on the commissions but I wouldn't vouch for their agents or for the organization that ducks out of responsibility. Maybe this is just what happens when you sign-up bottom-of-barrel agents to take lower commissions? No, no, it's not just one bad apple - they SHADY FROM TOP TO BOTTOM. Mark, Eric and even Kelly - Redfin in general - should have put my interests front and center and they didn't, and I am poorer as a result. Buyer beware.

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Lauren was so helpful in helping us purchase a home for the first time! As first time buyers, the…read moreprocess was daunting and completely foreign to us, but Lauren explained everything with clarity and patience, and provided us with all the tools and resources we needed to be successful. In this market you have to be nimble, and Lauren was incredibly responsive and available when we needed her. It was so reassuring to work with such a dedicated agent. What was really helpful was how well Lauren understood the market and her help with valuing listings. When it came time to submit an offer, she was so engaged and active in the negotiation and helped us get into contract on the first offer!

I can't recommend Valerie highly enough if you're navigating the San Francisco market - which, if…read moreyou've tried, you know is not for the faint of heart. She is exactly who you need in a market this competitive. Her knowledge of the area is exceptional. She doesn't just know listings, she knows neighborhoods, buildings, and pricing trends in a way that lets you move fast and with confidence. That mattered enormously - I saw a flat at 10am and was in contract by 3pm the same day, because she understood immediately that it was the right fit and helped me act on it without hesitation. Before I even started looking, Valerie took the time to really understand what I was looking for and what would actually work within my budget, so we weren't wasting time on places that didn't make sense. That upfront investment made everything after it so much smoother. And when it came time to negotiate, she was excellent, sharp, strategic, and clearly experienced at getting favorable outcomes in a market where every moment counts. What stood out most, though, was how much she genuinely cares. This isn't just a transaction for her, Valerie is invested in doing right by her clients. If you're buying in SF, she's the agent you want in your corner.

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Noe Valley

Samantha and her team for the job done for us!…read more Before any referrals, by chance we met Samantha at an open house while we were in our window shopping phase. We were impressed with her approachability and professionalism. It crossed our mind to work with her as our exclusive buying agent then. Later, we found out several of our friends also successfully bought with Samantha in San Francisco so we decided to reach out. The process was simple, we met on a zoom call and shared what our preferences and deal breakers were. Four months later and we closed in the sunset district! We never felt pressured and Samantha kept us positive and kept us engaged as the market competitiveness can be disheartening at times.

Samantha helped me through every step of the process of selling my home and purchasing a new one…read more Thanks to her expertise and strategy, my house sold for $170K over the asking price in less than a week after listing. She also helped create professional marketing videos and promoted the property on social media, which brought in great exposure and strong offers. On top of that, her team was incredible , they helped refresh and prepare my house within just a few weeks before listing, making it look its best for buyers. I truly feel blessed to have had Samantha as my agent. I highly recommend her to anyone looking to sell or buy a home. Her professionalism, dedication, and amazing team made the entire experience smooth and successful.

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Kevin goes above and beyond as a realtor. During the home search process, he toured potential…read moreproperties and recorded videos highlighting all the relevant details, giving me a thorough preview of each home. When evaluating a property, he prioritized investigating every detail--sometimes literally digging around--to make sure it was safe and sound. He took the time to understand my priorities and helped me purchase a property I'm truly excited about. The property needed some updates and changes, and Kevin helped with the heavy lifting by making a list, identifying the key issues, and helping prioritize the work that needed to be done. When I shared everything Kevin was helping me with, friends were surprised. They said their realtors were no longer involved after the sale. Kevin clearly loves the process of matching homes with buyers. I'm grateful for his help and support.

After relocating to Washington, we worked with Kevin and his team to sell our condo in NoPa -- and…read morewe couldn't be more grateful. We were introduced to him through a close friend who had worked with him before, and I can see why they recommended Kevin's team. Kevin is highly organized, ambitious, and one of the hardest-working people we've ever met. From the start, he came to us with a clear vision: make thoughtful improvements to maximize appeal to buyers. He handled the entire process seamlessly, managing every detail and going above and beyond to keep expectations aligned every step of the way. If you're buying or selling in San Francisco, we'd recommend Kevin without hesitation. He truly puts his heart into his work.

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Always selling beautiful homes in our Potrero Hill neighborhood in San Francisco…read more Home quality offerings, videos, photography and staging are stellar. In an extremely competitive San Francisco real estate market where buyers are acquiring $1 million above listing prices means having either a buyers or sellers agent is critical in having the hyper local neighborhood real estate expertise, insights, marketing, deep knowledge of local market value.

My wife and I spent 15 years in the East Bay dreaming about moving back to San Francisco, but when…read morewe finally decided to make it happen, we came to the search pretty unfocused. We knew what we wanted (classic SF character, water views, a walkable and vibrant neighborhood) but had no clear sense of where to find it all or how to think about our budget. We needed more than a real estate agent; we needed someone who could help us find the dream itself. Danielle Lazier at Vivre Real Estate became our buyer's agent, and she was exactly that person. She listened carefully, zeroed in quickly on what would feel like home to us, and brought real clarity to how our budget aligned with home values on the ground. She was direct and always available, without ever making us feel rushed. We found a stunning co-op apartment in Russian Hill with breathtaking views. Danielle's strategic pricing advice helped us craft a winning offer, and her expertise navigating the additional complexities of a co-op transaction was invaluable. She connected us with excellent vendors, guided us through contingencies, and kept us calm through closing. If you're a home buyer trying to navigate San Francisco's uniquely complex real estate market, there is no one more qualified to have in your corner. She turned a vague old dream into our actual home, and we couldn't be more grateful.

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Laura Kaufman is an exceptional real estate agent. She helped my sister sell her home 10 years ago,…read moreand recently helped us sell our property above asking price with multiple offers. Her advice on preparing the home, pricing strategy, and marketing made a huge difference. We received multiple offers after just 10 days on the market and closed escrow in only three weeks. The entire process was smooth, efficient, and stress-free. Professional, knowledgeable, and results-driven, Laura Kaufman is truly one of the best real estate agents in the Bay Area. Highly recommended!

We recently worked with Laura to pull market comparables for our home in San Francisco, and the…read moreexperience was exceptional. We initially connected with her through our business school alumni network and already knew of her stellar reputation, as she had successfully helped two of our friends navigate their own home puchases/ sales in the city. The current SF market is moving incredibly fast--especially with the recent AI boom--and because inventory is so tight, finding accurate comps for a unique property can be a challenge. We had done a significant amount of "homework" before reaching out, but Laura's insight was invaluable. After working with her for a week, we were impressed by her market knowledge-- the data was well-supported by nuanced judgement that confirmed our own research and gave us much-needed confidence in our valuation. Ultimately, we decided not to put our home on the market at this time, but this process gave us a glimpse into the level of professionalism and expertise Laura brings to a real transaction. We would not hesitate to recommend her to any of our friends or colleagues looking for a sharp, reliable RE advisor in San Francisco.

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