To say it's been a privilege to work with Sandy Sicsko and Joe Borromeo is an understatement. They are without a doubt the BEST real estate agents in the San Jose-South Bay area (and quite possibly the entire bay area). TLDR: They are the most responsive and communicative agents I've ever interacted with (both from a selling and buying perspective), transparent, diligent, incredibly hard-working, and highly experienced. Buying and selling real estate is not for the faint of heart, let alone a small or easy task. This is THE tiger team you want to entrust with your real estate needs. "Sandy Sicsko" has become an expression in our home. "If it isn't Sandy Sicsko level of service, I don't want it! LONG STORY: When we bought our condo back in 2018, we were green to say the least in dipping our toes into real estate. Our agent at the time was a coworker's wife, who is no longer practicing real estate...thankfully...because she was terrible. In hindsight, she convinced us (and shame on us for not doing more diligence at the time) to overbid and ultimately overpay for the condo. I felt she put a lot of fear and pressure on us, and we were desperate to get out of renting. She also never came to any open houses with us until we were serious about one, and often slow in respond. FAST FORWARD TO PRESENT TIME: We're outgrowing our condo and wanting to upgrade to a single family home. This time, I interviewed several agents in the area and landed on one that used to be an appraiser and also offered a low commission. We went back and forth on whether to sell or rent out the condo, but ultimately decided to sell it. To his credit, he did say the reason he didn't want to push us was because we had gone back and forth on the sell-or-rent decision. But when we finally made the decision to proceed with selling, it was nearly impossible to get some kind of schedule worked out to move out, start some minor renovations with his contractor, stage the house, etc. Nothing moved...for months. Ultimately, we let him go. After that, every agent we reached out to was the same old story; no one stood out as unique or better equipped than the other. ENTER CRAZY IDEA: We decided to try and sell the condo ourselves; no agents...we were sick of all of them at this point. The first person I called was Charla Zizzo at READY, SET, SELL - HOME STAGING. She immediately told me I was crazy and referred me to Sandy at Compass (not in an offensive way; more cautionary). ENTER SANDY & JOE: I remember grilling Sandy and Joe in our living room (lol) We were very transparent with how we felt previous agents deceived or disappointed us, along with our real estate hopes and dreams. They even brought us a hard-covered, personalized sellers guide to the initial meeting. What stuck in my mind during that first meeting that was proven without a doubt was when Sandy said, "We'll work really hard for you." SELLING THE CONDO: We couldn't have sold our condo at a worse time. While it took us longer to sell than we expected, we got there with Sandy and Joe's relentless efforts. They connected with agents selling other units to time our listings together, went door-to-door with flyers promoting our unit, ran ads online, reached out to their network of agents to connect potential buyers to our listing, came early and stayed late for every open house they hosted for us, and communicated every detail, every step of the way. Did we get discouraged at times? For sure. But another service they offer is therapy. They helped us stay focused, patient, and resilient in the lowest of times...and they got the job done in one of the toughest markets and seasons. Lastly, I appreciated their ability to match the speed that we wanted to move--from completing the renovations to getting the place staged and listed to clearing the place out! They have a great team they work with and can recommend (e.g. movers, stagers, contractors, etc.) BUYING A HOME: While it was a terrible time to sell real estate, it was a GREAT time to buy...if you could find anything. No surprise that inventory was the no.1 issue for us once we were ready to buy a single family home. I can't recall how many open houses we went to and disclosures we combed through in our 6 month search, but Sandy and Joe were there with us at every step. They came to every open house, shared their observations (both good and bad), always got us answers in lightning fast time, and never once did they pressure us to do anything. Another thing I really appreciated was never skipping a home viewing. We would try to see 3-4 homes every (or every other) weekend, and sometimes during the showing of one, we would reconsider whether to see another one on the schedule. Sandy's perspective was that we're here and it doesn't hurt to look. That's sort of how we found our now permanent home! Miraculously, Sandy was able to squeeze a showing in the night before and the seller's agent also happened to be very communicative as well. read more

I've had the opportunity to work with Joe and Sandy on multiple successful closings for our mutual clients and coming from a loan officer myself, it's an absolute pleasure working with Joe and Sandy. Not only do you get to work with local experts in an ever changing housing market, they are honest, reliable, and truly look out for their clients best interest. My favorite part with working with them is their team dynamic. They work very hard and they are also very humorous which is a breathe of fresh air. I will continue to recommend my clients to work with Joe and Sandy because I am confident they will deliver for them. They have a proven track record and it's no surprise that they have a lot of positive feedback and testimonials. read more

I don't normally write reviews but I needed to do this one about Sandy Sicsko and Joe Borromeo Real Estate Team. We highly recommend that you work with them if you are trying to buy or sell a home in the Bay Area. We had a great experience because they were very knowledgeable about the area, understood our needs and were quick to respond. We instantly connected with Sandy. She quickly found us a home! I was so surprised at how quick and efficient the process was. Thank you Sandy & Joe! read more

Sandy Sicsko and Joe Borromeo Real Estate Team were a force and the reason we secured our dream property! My mind is blown at how these two people work together and cover each other to make the response time always instant! Sandy went above and beyond to show us all of Los Gatos and worked tirelessly on the negotiation that ultimately secured the home for us. We also met with Joe when Sandy couldn't be available at our preferred time slot and I was blow away with his knowledge, patience and genuine care for our experience. It's a competitive market and I believe the reason we got our place is because of these two top notch humans. I highly recommend Sandy Sicsko and Joe Borromeo Real Estate Team. read more

Sandy and Joe came recommended to me by a trusted friend and they did not disappoint. They helped me sell my condo at a busy time for me at work and in life. They took care of all the little details. They guided me through the whole process and helped me fill out lots of paperwork (and helped me understand them) and took care of staging my home and doing the inspection. I was able to go about my life without worrying about the little things. What I appreciated the most was their honesty, advice, and commitment to helping me do what was best for me. I felt like they went above and beyond in their level of service. I loved working with them both and would not hesitate to do so again in the future. Thank you to both Sandy and Joe! read more

Sandy and Joe helped me sell my late brother's home. They were very responsive and very helpful, open and honest. They kept me informed about any activity about the property before, during and after the sale. They also referred me to a great commercial realtor for another property. Will definitely use them again if the opportunity arises! read more

I was lucky enough to be referred to Sandy and Joe - let me just say that they're absolutely incredible to work with. My first question to them was, "I live on the east coast now, do I have to travel to the Bay Area for anything?" They replied with, "Not unless you want to; we'll take care of anything you need here." To say they kept their word to me, is a major understatement. They're extremely communicative and responsive, every step of the way. When dealing with such a big decision and purchase, you want someone with integrity, knowledge and care to guide you - Sandy and Joe are it. They made the process a breeze and went above and beyond to make sure I was never overwhelmed or stressed. I can't think of a better duo - highly recommend. read more

Sandy Sicsko and Joe Borromeo Real Estate Team were amazing in the sale of our family home in the Cambrian area of San Jose. They walked us through the process from start to finish, picked up the phone every time we had a question. If they did not know the answer they would make some calls and get back to us with the information quickly. If you are looking to sell your home in the Bay Area they are the listing agents you need to use! read more

This is an amazing team that worked tirelessly on selling our home. After interviewing and meeting several realtors they really stood out with their plan on how to get agents and prospective buyers to our home. It was a smooth transition from selling our home to them finding the new perfect place. They thought of everything!! If I could give them 10 stars I would because they earned it. Thanks Joe and Sandy!! read more

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There are SO many realtors out there to work with and I know first hand how difficult it is to find a good one, one you can actually trust. I worked with quite a few realtors before I was introduced to Sandy and Joe by a good friend. Right off the bat, Sandy and Joe were super friendly, super responsive to text, calls and email, and available for any of the limited available times I could actually meet. My fiancé and I were looking at homes in Santa Cruz and although Sandy and Joe weren't totally familiar with that area, they did their best to research and make sure they could meet us to tour homes and offer any info they could gather. From the start, Sandy and Joe made it clear that they weren't just here to sell us a home, they were here to sell us OUR home. Every time we visited a house, Sandy would reiterate that we didn't just want any house, we wanted one that fit our needs, wants, and that made us feel at home and comfortable with the price. They both offered their truthful opinions when we asked what they thought of each home. This is exactly what my fiancé were looking for: honesty and to know if the houses we toured were worth the price. After 8+ months of looking for a home we finally found one that was perfect for us! And although the buying process was pretty awful (it really was!), Sandy and Joe were available 110% to guide us through this new and strange process. Even now, months after moving into our new home, I'm still maintaining relationships with Sandy and Joe. They're still offering advice and knowledge and they're just wonderful people to know. If you're looking for a new home, a new realtor, or someone to ask some tough questions, I might suggest meeting with Sandy and Joe to see what they can do for you. I'm so glad I had them to help me! read more

Sandy & Joe are the most amazing realtor team! After feeling discouraged from all the bay area real estate news in the media, they helped us find our first home within a month of meeting them! In fact, the offering and closing process was stressful but they made it smooth every step of the way. They gave us their opinions, feedback, suggestions, examples; they are extremely thorough. They never made us feel like we had questions or concerns that were too small or inconvenient for them. They also have good suggestions for lenders and other connections such as locksmiths. We greatly appreciate their honesty and timely responsiveness. They are so positive, supportive, and upbeat! I cannot imagine feeling more comfortable with anyone else through a home-buying process! I highly recommend their team! Thank you Sandy & Joe!!! You both are the best!! - K & K (San Jose, CA) read more

We worked with Greg through the purchase of a home, and later through the sale. (I think he actually worked for a different company the first time we worked for him, so this review is really for Greg.) We *loved* working with Greg. He was always responsive, really knows the industry and helped us understand every step of the way what we going on in the selling/buying process, and was super organized with how he kept us informed. When purchasing, we got a home that we loved on our first offer, and when selling, we got a great price for our home very quickly. Would 100% recommend using Greg as your realtor if you are looking for one! read more

Joe made a daunting experience feel calm and as a first time homebuyer, tranquility goes a long way in the home buying process. My search extended over a 7-month timeframe and Joe was with me through it all. I know I was not his only client, so never having to feel like I must fit within his schedule, but rather him fitting into mine, solidified my decision that I did in fact choose the right person for the job. His team and colleagues were as professional as can be and made me feel confident every step of way. My experience in the real estate market was unpredictable, long, and sometimes frustrating, but it was managed so well by Joe that I know when I am ready to buy or sell again, I already have my agent. Bottom line, Joe did an amazing job. I am very happy and to this day he still checks in on me and is ready to assist with any questions or concerns. Stories I have heard from other buyers/sellers let me know I could have done drastically worst with other agents, but after working with Joe, I don't think I could have anyone better working for my family and I. read more

It was so great working with Joe and Sandy! They helped me purchase my first home and I couldn't have asked for better agents. It can be overwhelming going through the home-buying process but they both made sure that I understood everything and were there for me every step of the way. They were always available to answer any questions that I had and above all, Joe and Sandy truly wanted what was best for me. They never pushed me or made me feel pressured during my search...and that was a huge plus for me because buying a home is one of the biggest decisions and I didn't want to rush. When I finally found the right place for me, the process was so much smoother than I expected because Joe and Sandy prepared me well. I would definitely recommend Joe and Sandy if you are looking to purchase a home in the bay area! read more

Joe was able to close us two successful back to back deals in 2015: 1) The sale of our single family home 2) the purchase of our new condo. The customer service you receive from this agent is 5 stars. Theres always a positive and ambitious attitude with Joe so you know you are in good hands. Joe always make himself available to his clients and has a "client first" style business, which makes it very easy to work with him. I highly recommend Joe at Mainstream, he's a closer.. read more

Sandy and Joe are an amazing team that helped my girlfriend and I purchase our first home. We were obviously very new to the whole home buying process, but Sandy and Joe were very patient with us and were very helpful with every step along the way. What we liked most about them was how approachable they were with any questions we had, and also how dedicated they were to making sure that we were well taken care of. They both compliment each other very well and are true professionals in every sense of the word. We are so happy we found Sandy and Joe, and would recommend them to anyone and everyone looking to buy or sell a home! read more

We love Sandy and Joe. They are both very personable and professional! Joe was great to work with and we found his services invaluable! He always went out of his way to provide all needed information in a very timely manner. We will definitely be working with them again in the future and recommending them for anyone looking in the Campbell, CA area. read more

If you want someone who is honest, compaasionate and reputable then Joe Borromeo is the right guy. He is the best in the business. Joe helped us with our first home purchased last month. We will definitely do future business with him and even refer him to our friends, family and even colleagues!!! You the man Joe!!! thank you for all your help!!! read more

Sandy and Joe are an amazing realtor team to work with. We had a short window of time to find a new home and they delivered. They worked tirelessly to find us something within our budget and in the location we wanted. They went above and beyond to show us places that we wanted to see and worked with our schedules. They also gave honest feedback and kept us on track to finding our first home. Although at times it was stressful, Sandy and Joe remained positive and always listened to our concerns and put us at ease. They continue to follow-up with us and make us feel like part of a family. Thank you so much Sandy and Joe for making our first home-buying experience an exciting one! read more

I can't say enough good things about how amazing of an experience we had working with Joe. As first time home buyers, we were really overwhelmed with taking a big step, especially with little knowledge about the real estate market. Joe was incredible about educating us throughout the whole process, and really put our mind at ease. In our initial meeting, he did a great job listening closely about what our key desires were for our first home and only brought us options that fit within that criteria. If we found a listing on our own that we wanted to check out, Joe immediately made himself available to schedule a viewing with us. Throughout the entire process, it was so clear that Joe had our best interest at heart and was truly invested in our happiness. There's nothing that speaks more clearly about how successful and talented of an agent he is than how happy we are with our new home. We didn't think that buying a place in our area and at the price point we got it for was possible, but Joe made it happen!! I will recommend Joe over and over and over again to anyone looking to buy or sell their home. You can thank me later :)! read more

For first time buyers like us, Joe helped us a lot to feel comfortble with the whole process. Everytime u text, call or email him for any questions or concerns, he answers back with detailed info.. we got our home the first time we wrote an offer, lucky us we have him! Highly recommends him! read more