Marco and his team at MVrod Real Estate went above and beyond to help us buy our first home after…read more12 years of saving. We were connected through the Christian realtor network and couldn't have asked for better representation. Because we share the same faith, I felt completely at ease speaking openly with Marco from the very beginning. With people who don't share my beliefs I often find myself filtering what I say, but with him it was refreshing to talk freely and be truly understood. That foundation of trust made the whole process even better. From our first phone conversation through an in-person meeting about the neighborhoods we wanted, Marco was patient, knowledgeable, and realistic. He even shared practical advice on how to reach out directly to homeowners who might be willing to sell--something we never would have thought of on our own. When we found a promising listing on Zillow, Marco moved incredibly fast. He contacted the listing agent the same day, arranged a showing for the next day, and guided us through a highly competitive situation. There were 11 other offers, and the sellers had a preferred-buyer list that included a large down payment, accepting the home "as-is," and a 14-day closing. When another buyer's agent reduced their commission to strengthen their offer, Marco did the same without hesitation--and we won the house. What impressed us most was how smoothly everything went while we were away on a long-planned family vacation. Marco and Vanessa coordinated the entire process with a power of attorney so a trusted family member could sign on our behalf. They walked us through wiring the earnest money and down payment, handled all the paperwork, and kept communication clear and constant across emails, texts, and calls. When an attempted wire-fraud email came through, their close coordination with our lender and the title company kept everything safe. Months later, we're still so grateful we found Marco and Vanessa. They made buying our first home feel secure and supported every step of the way. Highly recommend this team to anyone looking for a realtor who truly has their clients' backs. Funny moment, after we bought the house I asked him, "so how much do I owe you?" He said, you don't owe me anything, the seller was responsible for paying the realtor fees. I must have missed that somewhere in the very beginning in our conversations and after everything was completed. I felt like so much information was coming my way but we had a good laugh after that.

Marco and the team were great from start to finish. We had a unique selling situation, and they…read moreprovided immeasurable guidance on local municipal rules/regs. as well as valuable support throughout the process. After hitting the market in late May, after receiving multiple strong offers we closed in early July. Highly recommend - great experience

You can entrust your house to Kris and Katie. Their experience and knowledge provide confidence…read morethat the selling process is taken care of. Kris and Katie are proactive with their duties and understand what it takes to navigate the difficult market. Communication is frequent and responsive, never giving me the thought that I might be in the dark on the situation. Kris and Katie are reliable; simply hand over the keys to the house and wait for the news of the sale.

I would highly recommend Kris Chin and Katie for handling your real estate needs. They both showed…read moreme a few homes in Napa and came to Sonoma to give me two free written BPOs for two properties. They are kind and go out of their way to help you!! We haven't bought a home yet but they will be our Go to realtors!! They knew Napa very well and what they recommended for families in the area. Don't hesitate to call them!!

I had a nice transaction with Rachel. She was excellent at communicating and followed the…read moretimeframe of the RPA. Her clients left the house in good condition and she was a pleasure to work with.

We were looking to buy a single family home in the SF Bay Area for our daughter and husband to rent…read morefrom us. We did an internet search and came across Birnbaum Realty in Benicia, CA. Rachel Birnbaum was the Owner/Broker. She had a number of very good reviews so we called her and spoke for quite a while about what we were looking for and our budget. From the first call, she started working to find us just the right house. Quickly, she came up with a number of options. She actually videotaped homes she previewed which made things easier for us to choose which ones we wanted to visit and further evaluate. In all of our dealings with Rachel, she was always on top of things, keeping in touch on a regular basis and updating any new listings. We eventually expanded our search to include other cities in the East Bay Area. Prior to making our first trip up North, she would give us the pros and cons of each house, and the back story of the cities. She is both an excellent Real Estate Professional, and easy person to work with. We found a house in Brentwood, CA, made an offer which was accepted after some back/forth negotiation. She handled the escrow process flawlessly and the sale went through without a hitch. Rachel gets an A+ from us for the help she provided, including her knowledge of real estate and her mild easy manner. A win-win transaction, so happy we had Rachel on our side. Another quick addition, Rachel is married to a General Contractor, Ron Bruno. Ron actually did the renovation work that was necessary with the Brentwood house. His work and the subs he hired were also excellent. The work was completed on time and within budget. They are truly a great pair to work with from start to finish.

From our very first conversation, I remember that phone call like it was yesterday. In that moment,…read moresomething in my heart told me this journey was going to be different. You didn't just guide a transaction -- you carried a vision with strength, integrity, and unwavering professionalism. When I felt nervous, you brought peace and clarity. When I needed space, you gave it with grace. And when it was time to stand strong, you stepped forward with confidence, wisdom, and strategy. And when I needed a hug, you were always there. You listened beyond the surface. You protected the process. You advocated when it mattered most. Every "what if," every question, every delay, every moment of uncertainty -- you handled it with excellence, patience, and heart. This was never just about receiving the keys. It was about trust. It was about leadership. It was about the way you showed up every single time when it mattered most. Many people said, "You need to do this... you need to do that." But you, Ms. J, said something different: "We will do this." And that changed everything. You didn't just make this happen -- you believed in the dream, you stood in the gap, and you helped turn it into reality. I bless you, and I am forever grateful for you. Thank you for being the kind of person who turns dreams into reality and never lets someone walk the journey alone.

Janae was absolutely AMAZING! She was super knowledgeable of the east bay market, very responsive…read moreand was always available when I needed her. If you're looking for a Realtor who has your best interest in mind, Janae is the one!!

EA&O were wonderful to work with, going above and beyond our expectations when purchasing a home…read morefor our growing family. We are absolutely in love with our home and could not have gotten it without their expertise, guidance professionalism!

We have been lucky enough to retain Elizabeth and her stellar team to represent us with the sale of…read moreour Napa property. From the get-go, Elizabeth was incredibly professional and personable. She and her righthand woman (Chelse) instilled an immediate sense of confidence and calm during the chaos of a home sale. This was an incredibly quick and last-minute move for us and we needed a local agent who was a seasoned sales agent to take us through this nerve wracking process. Elizabeth is a go-getter and leaves absolutely no stone unturned, if you need her, she gets right back to you and she is a fantastic communicator, keeping you in the loop from start to finish - you could not be in better hands. As she put it, you could just hand over the keys and walk out the door and she would take care of the rest! She's the best Napa has to offer.

Katrena prior is the best real estate agent ever. Period. 1…read more Consistent 2. Ethical 3. Enthusiastic/great energy 4. Knowledgeable 5. Patient 6. Great teacher She definitely adds warmth to this business and was extremely helpful given my limited knowledge as a first time home buyer I love my new (recently remodeled) home and I'm thankful for her subtle push to make me as competitive as possible in this market

We had no idea what we had in store when we started our journey to buy our first home in the Bay…read moreArea. Good thing we had Katrena's knowledge and humor to guide the way!! Katrena was kind, patient and helped us make sense of every detail of this crazy process, especially when we experienced some very challenging and disappointing offers. In hindsight, Katrena was our fortune teller; she promised us from the beginning that she wouldn't let us buy a home we didn't absolutely love and she was 110% right. With Katrena's expertise and professional (and moral!) support, we ended up securing a home that matched our needs more than we could have imagined. From start to end, we can't recommend Katrena and her team enough!!

Reyna is a very educated and kind realtor. My partner and I met her at an open house and she was…read morevery kind while educating us on the home buying process. We had no idea where to start and she connected us to a very knowledgeable lender, Vercy Jones (E3 Realty) who was there as well to answer our questions. Reyna is very quick to get to know your needs and she was able to filter properties we would be interested and send us the disclosures on the properties very quickly so we would be knowledgeable about the properties we were touring. Reyna is most definitely the realtor you want to contact! Other than being extremely knowledgeable and quick, she is very supportive and will answer all your questions promptly and kindly. She's also amazing having been able to get our offers accepted multiple times, and guide us during this whole process. She made our home purchasing journey very swift and stress free. I will always recommend her to anyone and EVERYONE I know. With Reyna you are sure to get the best customer service.

DeAndre Lee was our realtor. A key attribute of DeAndre Lee is his listening skills. Moreover, he…read morewas highly personable and professional; he zoomed in on the price range and locales we were seeking. Consequently, we focused solely on listings that fit our needs. Another commendable trait is his negotiating skill. We felt that he truly represented us, rather than the seller. Thus, we highly recommend DeAndre Lee and would definitely select him for future real estate services, if need be.

Where to start with the marvelous and superb Kathy? My mom passed away in January 2021. I looked…read moreno further than Kathy to market and sell her Sonoma Greens condo a few months later. Kathy has a deep bench of connections, fellow realtors and ties to the community. Kathy knows Sonoma Valley from end to end....after all it is her home too. Kathy was extremely sensitive to our situation and timeline. Kathy's team was terrific as well. No pressure but everyone there at all right moments. Kathy has a great eye for marketing and sales. Mom's condo sold almost immediately with a hassle free closing. I highly recommend Kathy Leonard and her team. Please give her your consideration when looking for a realtor in Sonoma Valley. Excellent realtor and also a gem of a lady.

Buying a home can be a risky journey and Kathy has a way of making you feel at home with every…read morestep. We really enjoyed connecting with her and Her guidance got doors open for us that we could have never found without her !! 5