Russell and his entire team were fantastic to work with--responsive, professional, and incredibly knowledgeable about the local market. Beyond that, they are fun, easy to talk to, and down to earth, which made the whole process so much more enjoyable. They really know how to get the job done! I would highly recommend Russell and his team to anyone looking to buy or sell real estate. read more

The Grether Group helped us find and purchase our first home in our dream location and they were absolutely wonderful to work with in every way. They were always professional, timely, and thorough, but also kind, generous, lively, and just so fun to be around and talk to. We worked very closely with Russell, Nikki, and Jessica, and I'm lucky enough to be able to call them friends after this process. I will recommend them every chance I get! read more

Great group! Russell and his team were super efficient and organized. I represented the buyer on one of his recent listings, and couldn't be happier with the way things turned out. Russell really looked out for everyone involved, and his team made things seamless. They were patient and responsive to all our requests and questions, and super professional throughout. Would definitely do it again! read more

I whole-heartedly recommend The Mark & Grether Group to anyone looking to buy or sell property in Southern CA. My wife and I have worked with The Mark & Grether Group for two home purchases and a home sale in the past 3 years. The team is knowledgeable and patient when explaining the tricky details of the entire buy/sell process. The professional demeanor of the entire staff means that you're working with a team who is organized, prompt, and attentive. Their attention to detail when it came to the sale of our home was key - they knew exactly how to highlight the best aspects. When selling, we received multiple offers above our asking price while only on the market for a short time. During the entire buy & sell process, the team was considerate of our time and busy work schedules. When you work with The Mark & Grether Group, you are working with a team who cares, treats you like family, and gets the job done! read more

I've worked with Russell, Tony, and their amazing team for years! Honest, dependable, and thorough! You won't be disappointed! I would and do highly recommend them. read more

Russell and Tony are amazing. They've been helping me establish a monthly rental business in Malibu over the last 6 months and they have gone above and beyond at every hurdle. They also have a very supportive team that are fun and super reliable. I really cant say enough. They know the area and industry very well, they are honest and trustworthy and have made doing business a blast. Extra thanks to Nikki for all her patience and hard work. read more

My family and I went to view a listing of Russell's on a whim. After seeing it, we knew the property was for us. Russell was communicative throughout the process and helped to facilitate many adjustments and accommodations along the way in regards to a 1031 exchange. Russell and his team worked to ensure that the entire process was amicable between us and the seller and even offered to share his contacts in the area to help with some of the post-close work/maintenance. I highly recommend the Mark & Grether Group. read more

It is one thing to be a legend.. and make no mistake, Russell & Tony definitely are. However, it is another level to have amassed a legendary team, and these gentlemen have done just that. Had the pleasure of buying a house with this fantastic group - Justin was an outstanding realtor, as meticulous and professional as they come. The team worked with me to land a dream home, all the while keeping it out of a bidding war and forcing a price reduction that our lender later told us broke records for the last 6 months in the neighborhood. They're not just rad humans who you'd love to knock back a whiskey or four with - they're sharpened, refined professionals who are as courteous as they are well-versed in every facet of home buying. read more

Russell, Tony, Nicole and Justin make a great team. From start to finish, even though it was a long road, they were communicative, helpful and all round a delight to work with. They always ensured to make sure that our needs were being met, as well as trying to do the best to market our home to buyers. Thank you all for your amazing work! read more

I don't normally write about people or venues outside the food and hospitality industry but when it comes to people that make me look back at a time that can be so stressful you feel like people that can change that to make things happen so easily and with patience deserve recognition. Buying a home can exactly that yet I was fortunate enough to know Russell for quite a number of years before enlisting his help. He made the process to buy a house seem painless and well... easy. I lived in LA before moving out to NY then Singapore (and will be making trips back and forth to LA starting this year) and Russell was the one who made the entire process to become an LA homeowner seamless and stress-free. I've dealt with other brokers in both LA and NY who are complete nightmares and will throw you under the bus for whatever different reason whether they are chasing other clients or looking for other opportunities. Russell made it happen and guided me from beginning to end - from educating me on the process to dealing with other brokers to negotiations to getting me an amazing place. I highly recommend having a talk with Russell and you'll see what I mean. He's a great guy that looks after his clients. read more

Perhaps the only time you'll appreciate the value of a great real estate agent and/or team is when you've previously had an unpleasant experience with another agent and/or team. At least, that was the case for my husband and me. Rather than dwell on what we didn't like about our previous real estate agents, I'd like to share with you why Russell and Tony are our "go-to" for real estate transactions. They really embody the fiduciary aspect of being loyal agents on your behalf, looking out for your best interests and explaining some of the finer nuances of what you may not know. They're genuine. They didn't treat us like "one" of their clients, but like their "only" client. Our calls were always promptly returned if they didn't answer right off the bat and they always took the time we needed to listen and respond - we never felt like we were receiving the "Bum's Rush" so that they could jump onto something else. As professionals, they spoke to us about how our property needed to present, how they'd present it, and always had their eyes opened for additional marketing opportunities. When offers came in, they'd explain the pros & cons of each particular offer, but they understood and respected that the decision was ultimately our's. The long & short of it is that they cared for our property and cared about us. Going back to the unpleasant experiences we had with other agents prior to working with Russell and Tony: those previous experiences left us wary. Russell and Tony rose above our skepticism and have earned our respect 110%. I recommend you speak with them and go straight to having a great real estate experience. read more

Worked with Russell doing a house shoot in Malibu. Russell was punctual, professional and a pleasure to deal with. He knew every square inch of this beautiful ocean view house and assisted us in getting the best possible angles and shots of the house and property in order to make the finished product as beautiful as the actual house. If you are in the market to buy a house in Malibu or the surrounding areas, Russell Grether is the man to call. Mike read more

Russell is the guy! He was extremely helpful from our initial search all the way through to closing. He genuinely wants to find his clients the best home and the best deal. He and his team are responsive, hard working and they know what they're doing! I'd recommend Russell to anyone looking to buy or sell a house in LA or Ventura county. read more

Russell is an incredible Realtor. He knows the Malibu area incredibly well, giving priceless information on how to maximize the sale of our home. By listening with Russell and following his pointers I received multiple offers after the first few weeks of listing. He is professional and responsive, making himself available where ever and whenever we needed him. I highly recommended him and his team! read more

We can't recommend Russell, Tony, and the rest of their team enough! You can't beat their team approach and the combination of their expertise and personalities is unmatched. If you are looking for an agent that you can truly trust to act in your best interest, Russell & Tony will do just that. They pushed us when we needed to be pushed and always went to bat for us as our greatest advocate. There is no greater feeling than knowing you have people in your corner that you can trust to help you navigate the intricacies and delicacies of Malibu real estate. We knew that throughout the whole process we were not only working with agents with incredible technical knowledge, but also people of great character. You won't be disappointed with Russell, Tony, or anyone on their team! read more

Amazing real estate agent! Sold my condo in malibu for over 25K over asking and in one month! Made everything simple and worked around my timetable. If you're looking for a great, hard working real estate agent Russell Grether is the guy to go to. read more

We met Russel and Tony through one of their listings. We didn't have an agent, by design. They offered to show us a couple other properties in the area after gauging our goals. Russell showed us the property we wound up buying. Their expertise in the Point Dume region was insightful and relevant. Further, my wife and I observed how the partnership is complimentary. They both bring different skill sets and we received the full benefit of that brain trust. They're focused on making it happen while thoughtful in approach. Plus they're great guys. My wife and I are very happy and we highly recommend Russell and Tony. read more

After speaking with several real estate agents and getting really discouraged with the whole buying process, I was fortune to meet Russell. He was kind, trustworthy, patient and down to earth. I did not have a big budget and was intimidated to start looking in Malibu. Russell put me at ease and assured me that he could find something that I could afford. He was always responsive, a hustler and a great problem solver. He went above and beyond during every step of the process working tirelessly to find me the perfect property and worked even harder, reaching out to several of his contacts, to ensure that I got a loan. Even now that I have closed on the property he continues to check in and give me advice and referrals when I need them. Russell is nothing short of incredible and has completely restored my faith in realtors and the real estate process. read more

Russell Grether is the kind of realtor I have always been searching for but never knew existed. He does his research, he is honest, he is friendly and extremely professional, and he is always on time and diligent. He has always catered to my needs without making me feel like a high-maintanance client. When I have comments or questions he actually listens. Russell Grether is the kind of realtor I will stick with for life (as long as I am doing real estate in his area), because you get this sense that he truly wants you to be happy in the decision you make buying or selling your house. It is his down to earth, genuine character that is the reason I keep giving him my business. read more

Russel helped us look for a home in Malibu. From the beginning to the very end, he was professional, approachable, and extremely knowledgeable. He listened to our every need, and found us the home we were looking for. I would highly recommend him to anyone and everyone. read more

I personally was introduced to Russell via a partner of mine who was investing in investment properties in the hills of Malibu. I had an interest in the investment, so I was along for the ride that comes with purchasing any piece of real estate. There really is a huge difference when you hire a Realtor who knows the ins and outs of a location. Russell has lived in Malibu for most of his life and his understanding of the area and more importantly, where there are hidden opportunities for smart investments, is impressive. He brought us several pocket listings that we would never have known about if we were just searching on the MLS. More importantly, he knew right away about some of the groundwater issues with a land listing that we brought to him and helped us avoid a potential headache. I have seen other agents wilt when it comes to the negotiation process. He made an offer way below what I thought would get accepted and really hammered through an almost embarrassingly good deal for us. When dealing with any agents, I would expect them to be professional and pick up the phone, but Russell sets himself above with his next level of skills that go far beyond what you would expect. read more

Russell helped me look for a property in town. He was quick to respond, knowledgeable and very nice. He was so refreshing to work with because most agents that I had spoken to were always trying to hurry me whereas it felt like Russell was trying to guide and educate me to determine what was the best fit for me. I would highly recommend working with Russell and can't wait to work with him again! read more

Russell is incredible! I'm a home warranty representative and have been working with Russell and his team now for many years. I cannot say enough great things about Russell. Not only is he extremely personable, but he is a fierce negotiator and truly cares about his clients. I admire how he is very detail oriented and keeps his cool when the deals look like they are about to go sideways. I have yet to meet a client of ours that is not completely satisfied with the entire experience from start to finish. I highly recommend Russell for all of your real estate purchase and selling needs. read more

Russell and I have worked on a few deals together and he has always been professional, upfront and honest. I personally do commercial real estate but I grew up in Malibu and have known quite a few brokers over the years. I send Russell all my referrals for anyone looking to buy or sell real estate in Malibu as he has always been great. If you are considering buying or selling a home in Malibu, give Russell a call. He really knows his stuff and is a pleasure to work with. read more

Thanks Russell. Great job of organization and very punctual. A pleasure to work with a professional. We, at AmeriSpec, appreciate the hoops you must jump through to round up the inspectors, appraiser, lender, contractors, title, etc. A giant task that some clients must not realize. read more

We bought a home with a 30 day close and would not have been able to pull it off without Russell & Tony. They proactively lead us every step of the way with excellent referrals and advice. During the bidding process, their deep knowledge of the local Malibu market was very evident and extremely helpful in coming to a fair purchase price. I will work with them again on any Malibu real estate deals. read more

Russell Grether is a great realtor and person. He took care of me as if I were family. Russell and Tony are the best at what they do (skills) and go above and beyond what is required (commitment). I highly recommend the Mark & Grether Group to anyone who needs a realtor and wants highly professional top-grade experience. read more