It has been so much fun getting to collaborate with Ruth Pugh and Dan Tomasi with Douglas Elliman…read more These two powerhouse agents made the transition to Douglas Elliman nearly two years ago and have completely transformed their look, image and business model to attract and service clients from around the globe. Being aligned with the second largest Brokerage in the world has opened the doors to many opportunities. Very Fortunate to have been alongside them during the transition and very excited to see where it goes from here.

I've never dealt with such an unprofessional group…read more My agent and I submitted an offer on a property significantly over asking, pre-approval, proof of funds, with a 19 day close and 20% down. The home had been on the market 72 hours and their MLS instructions said that all offers needed to be in by 5:00 pm Monday, 6/18. After several unanswered calls, emails and a visit to their office today nobody will even confirm that they received the offer, let alone the status or next steps. How can a business operate this way?

I am currently in the middle of my third real estate transaction with Gary (buying our first home,…read moreselling it now, and buying our new place). I am someone who analyzes every detail and worries about the numbers, so I needed a strategic partner, not just a salesperson. What stands out most is Gary's integrity. During our search, he actually advised us against buying certain homes because he spotted drawbacks I had missed or knew they wouldn't fit our long-term goals. He wasn't trying to close a quick deal; he wanted to make sure the move was actually worth it for us - that we were getting more square footage, accounting for a possible growing family, and other things we've mentioned to him. When it came to selling our current home, I really appreciated how realistic he was about the price. Instead of promising us an inflated number just to get the listing, he gave us a brutally honest, data-backed valuation. He manages expectations perfectly so there are no surprises later. It's honestly wild how dialed-in he is to the San Diego market. He's been doing this for decades, and it shows! He walks into a house and predicts almost exactly what it would sell for (and he was always right). He knew exactly how to negotiate so we didn't overpay, showed us off-market homes we never would have seen on Zillow, and knew precisely when to strike to get our offer accepted. We've talked with other agents through open houses we've casually walked through, but watching Gary work is different; he pulls off these complex moves effortlessly and with such a good nature that you almost forget how sharp the strategy actually is. We are currently trusting him with the complex process of buying and selling simultaneously, and having someone who will give you the unvarnished truth is invaluable. If you want an agent who protects your interests over his commission, Gary is the one.

We've worked with Gary for years (he helped us buy our first home, too), and there is a reason we…read morekeep coming back. Other agents we ran into at open houses felt like they just wanted to push us into buying or selling, Gary does the opposite. There were multiple houses we thought we liked that Gary gently steered us away from because he pointed out issues we hadn't noticed: like noise levels or layout problems that would have driven us crazy later. He spent a lot of time making sure this move made sense for our lives before we ever signed a paper. He treats his clients like family, meaning he protects you even when it slows down the process. He makes the stressful parts feel manageable. If you want someone who is chill, honest, and actually has your back when things get complicated, Gary is your guy.

Harvey Parra oh man very very unprofessional! Takes forever to respond and besides taking forever…read morehe also does not want to put in the work very lazy was working with him even after having my approval in hand he still did not want to do the work just overall poor poor service! I had to refer a few ppl from my family elsewhere because the service I received here was CRAP! UPSET is an understatement.

I met Melody by happenstance at an open house, and right off bat knew she would be my go to realtor…read moreif/when I ever needed one. Her professional yet easy going demeanor, combined with her openness and genuine interest in others, is what I loved about her. When it came time to sell my home it was after the market had peaked in first half of 2022. Despite the feeling this was the worst time to sell, and regret not having done it sooner, Melody remained optimistic and steadfast throughout the entire process. Her and her father Harvey gave sage real estate advice from beginning to end. Next time I would absolutely go with everything they recommend! Melody provided excellent end to end service and I look forward working with the Parras again!

This was our second time working with Jason. After 5 wonderful years in San Diego, we decided to…read moremake the move back to Chicago to be closer to family. We already had a wonderful trusting relationship with Jason who has helped us sell and buy in San Diego in the past. We wanted to work with Jason again given his expertise in the business and his ability to meet tight timelines. We value Jason's insight into the real-estate market and he always proposes the best strategies for success. If someone in San Diego is looking to work with a realtor who knows what he is doing, has good relationships/contacts, and wants to check all their boxes, Jason is your guy. We would recommend Jason to any friends/family in San Diego and other places!

I can't recommend Jason enough for anyone looking to buy a home! From the moment we met, Jason made…read morethe entire process so easy and stress-free. He truly understands his clients' needs and never tries to pressure you into making a decision. He was incredible at showing us homes that perfectly aligned with what we were looking for, and within less than a month, we were already in escrow! Jason's communication was impeccable--he was quick to reply to any questions we had and kept us informed every step of the way. His professionalism and knowledge of Scripps Ranch really set him apart. Not only did he manage to negotiate our home below asking price (which is practically unheard of in this market), but he even went above and beyond by introducing us to our future neighbors before we moved in to help us get a feel for the community vibe. If you're looking for a well-connected, professional agent who knows Scripps Ranch inside and out and will go the extra mile for you, Jason is the one to work with!

My husband and I recently purchased our first home and we couldn't be happier with the amazing…read more assistance we received from Gaby. She is extremely knowledgeable and responded to any questions or concerns we had promptly and explained everything thoroughly in a way that us first time home buyers could understand. We put in an offer on the second home we saw. With Gabys expertise we were able to win the bid for less than asking price! The whole process went so smoothly we couldn't believe it. We were waiting and ready for the stress that comes along with the process but everything couldn't have gone better. Even after we closed escrow she has checked in and even went above and beyond to get us information on our solar panels that we really should've been able to do on our own. But instead of telling us how to get it and send us off she went ahead and took care of it for us. Highly recommend Gaby! We will definitely be sending our friends and family to her!

Carolyn put our house in Liberty Station on the market in about 3 weeks, including new countertops,…read morerepainting, carpet cleaning, general cleaning and staged! Unbelievably efficient. The house sold in about 6 weeks. Great job, very professional. Worked through some minor issues that she took care of and sellers and buyers are very happy! Highly recommended!

I know Carolyn since 2013 when she helped us to buy our Point Loma house. She is our go to person…read moreon everything real estate related. She has been our agent in multiple buying and selling transactions for all these years including our last house bought just last month. Carolyn and her crew are worth every recommendation! You can always count on them, their support, their guidance, advice and empathy. Their knowledge of local market, professionalism but also friendliness and availability will make your transaction painless and easy.

I had the pleasure of having Jarrett assisting my family and me in the process of purchasing our…read morenew home. I have nothing but good things to say in regards to his determination in helping us make our dream a reality. He was always readily available and quick to answer any questions. His knowledge and experience in his field is extraordinary. As first time home owners we highly recommend Jarrett Hicks In helping you during your process into homeownership.

My name is Alex Sandoval, I'm no spring chicken and have bought and sold my share of real estate in…read moreCalifornia. My experience, specifically dealing with Jarret Hicks has been the smoothest most professional loan I've ever done. He made the whole process painless. I felt like I was dealing with a trusted long time friend. If you're in the market for a loan, don't mess with these other chicken heads I've had to endure in the past. Call Integras and ask for him by name. Happy loan hunting!

If you are looking for a Realtor that has your best interest in mind, ask for Jeff Mendribil…read more In search of a house for my wife and myself, we got in contact with a real estate company in December 2009. Over the course of eight months, Jeff made himself available to us whenever we called. Meeting multiple times each week, we kept striking out (finding unsuitable houses or having our offers beat out) since we were in a lower price bracket. Jeff remained positive that we would find the perfect house though and by mid August of 2010 we did. The house he found us is EXACTLY what we were looking for. We are very grateful for Jeff's persistent hard work and dedication to finding us our dream home. He never once made us feel pressured into making an offer and was always agreeable when a house was crap. During those eight months Jeff always remained friendly, patient, and helpful. He went way out of his way to find us exactly what we were looking for. Get in touch with Jeff Mendribil if you want to find the house you're looking for. http://www.kw.com/kw/agent/jeffreymendribil