reliable management and thorough vetting of our prospective tenants…read more We have been a client of this company for forty years.

Noelle was great for the initial meeting of a showing. But unfortunately she never responded with…read moreany type of response after the application was processed. No call back no email nothing. Honestly people paying $50 dollars a piece for credit check and then never calling is very unprofessional. A simple no could have been more appropriate.

Our experience with Mackenzie at Mendo Sotheby's International Realty was deeply disappointing and…read morerevealed serious ethical failures, conflicts of interest, and a refusal to take accountability. If you are considering working with her, think twice. 1. Recommending a Home Inspector with a Clear Conflict of Interest Mackenzie recommended home inspector Jim Deering without disclosing that Deering's wife worked for the same company as the listing agent. This is a blatant conflict of interest and a serious breach of fiduciary duty. Instead of warning us, she actively guided us toward an inspector who was anything but neutral. 2. A Conflict of Interest, a Grossly Inaccurate Inspection, and a Cover-Up Mackenzie recommended Deering as our home inspector, despite his clear conflict of interest. Deering then conducted a negligent inspection that completely failed to identify at least 12 discrete roof leaks--an issue that multiple professional contractors later confirmed had existed for years. When we informed Mackenzie that we intended to file a claim against Deering for his substandard work, she then collaborated with him behind our backs, improperly forwarding our termite report without our consent and allowing Deering to create an inspection report he had no right to provide. Instead of acting in our best interest as fiduciary duty requires, she chose to align herself with the inspector she recommended rather than the clients she was supposed to represent. 3. When We Asked for Transparency, She and Sotheby's Refused When we requested copies of emails between Mackenzie and Deering--communications that could clarify the extent of their collaboration--Sotheby's flatly refused to provide them. Rather than correcting her mistake and being honest, Mackenzie and her brokerage chose to withhold information from us, even though it directly impacts our insurance claim. Wrongdoing was not in question - Sothebys and Mackenzie openly acknowledged their wrongdoing. Still, they chose to work against us. 4. Instead of Doing the Right Thing, She Chose to Conceal the Facts/Truth Rather than taking responsibility and being forthcoming, Mackenzie--and Mendo Sotheby's--worked harder to cover up their mistakes than to correct them. Where there is smoke, there is fire. The fact that they refuse to release something as simple as emails between her and Deering makes it clear that there is something to hide. 5. Warning to Future Buyers & Sellers If you are thinking about working with Mackenzie, ask yourself: Do you want an agent who looks out for you--or for themselves? Based on our experience, working with her comes with serious risks: * She may recommend service providers without disclosing conflicts of interest. * She collaborated with a home inspector who overlooked major defects in the home. * She has already admitted to violating fiduciary duties. * She and her brokerage may withhold critical information from you, even when their actions harm you. We are filing formal complaints with the California Department of Real Estate (DRE), the National Association of Realtors (NAR), and the California Association of Realtors (CAR) to ensure her handling of our transaction is investigated. A real estate agent should work for you--not against you. We strongly advise against working with Mackenzie if you want an honest, ethical, and transparent real estate experience.

It's so easy to point out the shysters and tell of my bad experiences…read more On a positive note Greg Burke from Mendo/ Sotheby's Realty is one of the good guys. Greg's endless patients along with his expertise allowed me to go through my process of purchasing my retirement income properties. Greg never pushed me and seemed to put my wellbeing first. I found Greg Burke to be honest, hardworking, professional and a great negotiator! I couldn't be happier with the properties that I purchased and how the transactions were handled. Now that it is time for me to size down and sell my personal home Greg is an easy choice for my listing agent. Vicki Norris

Carlon and Steve are a great team. I am in customer service myself so understand how important it…read moreis to have a real person manage our rental as opposed to a big company with nameless individuals, who have no skin in the game. We have a vacation rental and wanted someone local, who was focused on customer service to manage our property. They pay attention to detail and go above and beyond to make their guests feel like they have a private concierge. We, as property owners feel great knowing that our property and guests are well taken care of.

Linda Simpson at Mendo Realty was very knowledgeable and super friendly to work with. She handles…read morerental units on a very professional level. The real estate industry needs more folks like Linda. So polite and kind!! Detailed and dedicated to her tasks. Highly recommend you call her if interested in buying or renting soon. She will take excellent care of you. Shawn & Angie Pulliam July 20, 2017

After interviewing several real estate agents, we chose Linda and Dale Simpson because they…read morelistened to our concerns, appreciated the craftsmanship of our home and presented marketing information, with comparable sales information, which was very helpful in justifying and determining the listing price we decided upon. We listed in May and they brought us a full price, cash offer in late June! We closed in August of this year. Although Dale and Linda were both the seller's and buyer's agents we were very happy with the way they represented our interests and with the way they guided both sides through the escrow procWe could not have been more pleased with their professionalism and kindness!

this woman is definitely committed to our community. she takes the time…read moreto share important notices within our city.

I was selling a property and Ms. Deering represented the buyer After the buyer agreed upon a…read moreprice, having inspected the property and its condition, Ms. Deering brought her husband to do an inspection--why, when the buyer had already agreed on a price as is per their inspection--and he recommended a decrease in the sale price based on observations he made that had already been observed by the buyer.Incredibly unprofessional behavior from Ms. Deering I would not trust her for a moment.

After years of moving, renovations, and homeownership upheaval, Deirdre Lamb made our dream forever…read morehome possible. She understood our needs, concerns, and values, and worked hard.. (I mean, hustled!) to get the deal done, and to our satisfaction. Deirdre has boundless energy and a wellspring of local knowledge. She worked much harder and showed WAY more motivation and care than we experienced in the Bay Area housing market. When we closed she sent us off/settled us in with warmth, good cheer, and a lovely and tasteful gift. Deirdre keeps in touch, remains responsive and helpful, and continues to be our valued go-to when we have logistical or community questions. We highly recommend Deirdre Lamb and Mendocino Realty Company.

After my retirement my wife and I started traveling and thinking about where else we might live to…read moreget away from the brutal Minnesota winters and steamy bug ridden summers. We had been to Mendocino on two previous occasions and in mid 2018 were there for a month. Mendocino has many of the features of our Minnesota home, with better weather. On a whim we stopped in to Deirdre Lamb's office on Ukiah Street. Deidre listened to our requirements very carefully and came up with several possibilities. She was extremely friendly and helpful, driving us around to likely prospects and showing us relevant local facilities. All of the properties she showed us were aligned with our needs as we had expressed them to her. A little to our surprise we found a property we wanted to buy. Deidre handled our negotiations well, even going so far as to write a letter to the previous owners telling them how our interests and desire to care for the property aligned with theirs. Once a price was settled she was instrumental in setting us up with an excellent mortgage broker who took us through the loan process. She continued to follow up with us regularly after we returned to Minnesota and also once we had completed our closing and moved in. I would strongly recommend her services for anyone looking to buy a home in Mendocino, Fort Bragg, or the surrounding areas.

Their garage door service is fantastic. I managed to back into our garage door making it…read moreinoperable. They were here earlier than they said they would be. He readjusted our door making it work again. I was blown away by how quickly he was able to fix it. Hopefully I won't need his service again but if I screw up the door again they will be the company to call.

After three calls to get an estimate never got a return call. I called Wilson Garage Doors in…read moreMiddletown, 70+ miles away, and was called back a few hours later. Jack is here now, one week later installing a new door at a competitive price. I know the owner of Norvell's was elected as a county supervisor and I was told he wouldn't be servicing doors he installed after December when he takes office. However, I was frustrated not even to get a return phone call. Obviously I wouldn't recommend this business but would recommend Wilson Garage Doors.

I don't, write reviews often, but in this case, absolutely well deserved!! A.B. was the ONLY…read moreREALTOR, to return any of my mssgs & phone calls. My daughter & I came to Fort Bragg, on a vacation. We, fell in love w/ the area. I found a MH, for sale & contacted A.B. & let her know, we were very interested, but would be buying, on contingency. A.B. took on the challenge! I am now happy, to say we are in our new home near the beach!! The sale of my home, took a lot longer then expected & A.B. never wavered! She preservered & six months later, living the dream! A.B. is also a broker as well & was w/ us every step of the way & beyond!! A.B. will work very hard, for you 1000%!! If you're even thinking, of relocating to Mendocino County, or know somebody that is, please contact A.B. Priceman! Doesn't cost you anything, to make that call & she really, truly, cares about her clients! She, is very detailed oriented & responds quickly to email & messages! She is going to be my realtor for life! Have any ideas on a commercial biz? A senior investment maybe? Call A.B. Priceman today!! She knows the area like the back of her hand & can make your dreams a reality!

Shortly after talking to her for the first time A.B. found us a great home in the Fort Bragg area…read moreand guided us through the bidding process. She then worked to make sure the sale closed, which it did only 21 days later! Since then she has provided us with good recommendations for a vet, pet sitter, gutter/roof cleaner, and more. She isn't kidding when she says that she is our "realtor for life"!!