James Esmeyer is great. I didn't have a clue how to sell…read moremy house and James patiently explained things to me. He made several suggestions on how to improve the value of my house. He obviously knows the market quite well. Choosing James to sell my house was the best choice I could have made. I wish i could give him more than 5 stars.l

James Esmeyer is not the average realtor…read more For one, his personality and humor made our buying and selling processes - dare I say - fun! As first time buyers, we came in with a LOT of questions and were pretty overwhelmed by all of the interest in our target area. He gently took the lead to help us navigate a competitive market, using his decades of local insight and experiences to inform our search and negotiate all of the financial details from our offer amount down to seller credits. After seeing him work with the seller and our HOA, we were extremely glad to have him on our side as he was able to advocate for multiple minor issues that, by no coincidence, ended up in our favor. He was exactly what we needed to help us pull the trigger at the right times while never being pushy, was ready to run the distance when we were ready to go, and was very encouraging despite us feeling outpaced by the market. He always made us feel comfortable and like we were in the driver's seat, showing us property after property until we found the right one, only offering his opinions when we asked for them and letting us steer as much as we felt comfortable. He prayed with us through the most nail-biting moments of our journey, sat next to us when we needed guidance and support, laughed with us when we needed a lighter perspective, and celebrated with us when we finally made it home. We recently reached out to him again to help us buy our second home and sell our first. Again, we couldn't say enough things about his fun, non judgmental style and how he has been the perfect combination of friendly neighborhood guide, tough business negotiator, and helpful advocate. Knowing that he was taking care of all of our business matters gave us so much relief and peace of mind since we trust him 100% to stay on top of the details and act in our best interests. We wish there were an "Uncle James" to help climb every mountain of life, and couldn't be more grateful for him and all of his hard work, patience, guidance, and care for our family.

Selling our house in Salinas could've been stressful, but Carmen made the whole process feel easy…read moreand smooth. She handled everything--from arranging beautiful staging to creating marketing that really spoke to our diverse, multilingual community. What stood out most was how responsive she was. Even during busy hours, she always got back to me quickly and kept me in the loop. I could tell she was genuinely committed to getting us the best deal possible, and she delivered--the final sale price came in way above our listing price. Carmen knows the market, works incredibly hard, and truly cares about her clients. I honestly wouldn't have wanted anyone else representing us.

Thanks for everything you have done for me, it was amazing working with you .When I went through…read moreold real estate agent 5 months ago they offer was 475k and me taking your advice I sold for 899k.I recommend Carmen to everyone if need your sold.

Huge thank you to Jessica for helping me sell my home! She isn't just a realtor; she's a design…read moregenius. Her staging transformed my home, highlighting its best features in a way I couldn't have imagined. It made a massive difference in how the property was perceived. Thanks to her expertise and preparation, we sold for over the asking price. She knows the market inside and out and builds a strategy that delivers. If you're buying or selling, you need her in your corner! Beyond the business side, she is a kind and genuine person. I felt completely comfortable trusting her as my realtor. She felt like a good friend. She helped me every step of the way. No matter how small my concern, she was incredibly responsive and patient, ensuring I always felt heard and informed. Thank you Jessica!

We have been using Sam Medina and Village Properties & Associates to manage 2 properties for us…read moresince 2020. Since then we have sold one property but are still using them to manage our one property. They have taken care of the tenants as needed and have maintained great communication with us. Sam has great resources for repair work and it is completed as needed in a timely fair priced manner. I would highly recommend Village Properties to anyone looking for property management services.

Rose R and Evelyn C moved into Intempus Property on December 13. This is a delightful cottage and…read moresuited for our needs. There are several concerns with maintenance repairs and safety. We called Intempus Property Management on December 18 and Paulo Prado serviced our call. I appreciate Mr. Prado taking time and patience to hear us and guide our thoughts and understanding what was needed to keep us senior citizen tenants happy in our new home. Thank you so much Paulo for professionalism with a touch of tender care!

Acting as agent for HOA, Intempus failed to send me a bill for two years then charged me $6000 in…read morelate fees. All previous property management companies billed me. California is not a portal-only state.

Thomy was absolutely amazing in assisting us while we bought our first house. She made the entire…read moreprocess enjoyable and not scary. Thomy answered ALL of my questions no matter what time of day and I had so many questions. We felt well educated in the process because of Thomy and the amazing team at The Village Realtors. While searching for our new home, Thomy listened to what we wanted and presented us with several options to look at. She mourned our lost bids and cheered with us when we finally found our new home. If you want a realtor that goes on this crazy house buying journey with you then call Thomy!!!!

Attempted to leverage me into signing a buyers agreement…read morethat would have given her year a long exclusivity to any real estates deals and when I said I was not comfortable with the contract she said I was overthinking it and said she would release the referral (as if I were losing something). Tried to convince me that my loan was sub-prime even though it's a conventional loan. Several red flags along with manipulation tactics. Very glad I didn't sign anything exclusive.

We are living our best life in our dream home, in beautiful Livermore and it is truly magical!…read moreBeautiful sunrises from our front porch and beautiful sunsets from our backyard! The journey to owning any home, let alone one's dream home, is both a stressful and exciting time wrought with emotion. Finding an amazing realtor who makes it all seamless is the single most important decision one can make at the onset of this very important journey. We feel incredibly fortunate to have found that one of a kind realtor --Jeanine Rinetti, thanks to raving reviews from close friends who had also used Jeanine for their home purchase. From our first conversation on the phone to our first in-person meeting, to the 1001 texts back and forth, Jeanine was patient, knowledgeable reassuring and accommodating, never once pressuring us to make a decision. She always made us feel like we had all the time in the world and she was along for the ride no matter how long it took. What an incredible gift that was!!!! Once we made the decision, Jeanine took care of things even before we asked, following up and running interference, and making everything just happen. For us, with our busy work lives, all the little things Jeanine handled, even after our home purchase, showed us what a full service shop she runs. Beyond the service she provided for us as our realtor, her warm personality draws you in and makes you feel cared for. Our experience could not have been more perfect, and the icing on the cake - we are lucky to now call Jeanine our friend!

I recently worked with Perry and Tianne to sell a house that my brother and I inherited. I…read moreimmediately knew that they were the realtors I wanted to go with; the house was in poor shape, but they saw potential and were up for project managing the cosmetic and structural repairs. I truly didn't believe the house could look so good! It took about three months to get everything done once they got started, but it went SO smoothly. Perry handled everything, and the house looked spectacular by the end! It sold within a week of being on the market. I also appreciated how Perry handled more sensitive family dynamics. Overall, he and Tianne are reliable, savvy, ambitious (but realistic) realtors who know the San Leandro market super well. I couldn't have hoped for a better experience!

I don't know how they got my number but they've been texting me to sell my house in castro valley…read more I don't own a house nor do I live in Castro Valley

David and his family are the best at making you feel comfortable about the entire process. I mean…read morereally folks, buying a house can be a long and stressful process. But David and his team are fantastic. We bought our home 8 years ago through Intero and have never been happier. We still get visits from David, Matt and Lisa and look forward to his informative mailings. As if that were not enough, we totally respect the way that David has given back to his community through sports and business groups. If you want a low-stress way to buy a home in this market. Tell him the Singer's sent you.

We were referred to Cristina Bales and Les Fohl by a family member, and we had an absolutely…read morefantastic experience working with them. From the very beginning, they laid out a clear strategy and walked us through their process with confidence and professionalism. We trusted their approach completely -- and it paid off. Thanks to their expertise and execution, our home sold for nearly 25% over the asking price. Cristina and Les communicated with us every step of the way. We always felt informed, supported, and genuinely treated as partners in the process. Their work ethic is exceptional. They went above and beyond in preparing, marketing, and managing every detail of the sale. They truly operate as concierge realtors -- coordinating improvements, guiding presentation decisions, and making what could have been a stressful experience feel smooth and manageable. They handled the heavy lifting so we could focus on the bigger picture. We would absolutely work with Cristina and Les again for any future real estate needs. If you are looking for trusted professionals who deliver outstanding results, we cannot recommend them highly enough.

Selling our house in Salinas could've been stressful, but Carmen made the whole process feel easy…read moreand smooth. She handled everything--from arranging beautiful staging to creating marketing that really spoke to our diverse, multilingual community. What stood out most was how responsive she was. Even during busy hours, she always got back to me quickly and kept me in the loop. I could tell she was genuinely committed to getting us the best deal possible, and she delivered--the final sale price came in way above our listing price. Carmen knows the market, works incredibly hard, and truly cares about her clients. I honestly wouldn't have wanted anyone else representing us. Thank you Carmen and thank you, Fohl.

Charles Lassey is a true professional. From the very beginning, he has been responsive, reliable,…read moreand easy to work with. His communication is excellent, and he always follows up right on time as promised. He keeps everyone informed throughout the process and is proactive in addressing questions and concerns. I truly appreciate his professionalism, attention to detail, and commitment to providing great service. I highly recommend Charles to anyone looking for an outstanding property manager.

If you ever want to talk to someone - good luck! I've been calling for the past few weeks…read moreinterested in property management, but clearly they don't care enough to call back. Since they can't even return a phone call, I refuse to give them my business. If that's what it's like to be potential client, I rather not find out what it's like to work with them. Thanks but no thanks. RESPONSE TO COMMENT: To be clear, I called first on May 18, so no you weren't closed and if you are going to have people answer the phone for you and take a message they should as well be informed that you are closed vs. saying you're in a meeting and get right back to me.

Professional and Reliable Property Management I have been…read moreworking with The Cal Agents since 2025 to manage my house rental in the Bay Area, and it has been a consistently positive experience. Key Highlights: 1. Exceptional Team: I've had the pleasure of working with Wilsen, Ahyeza, Chris, Patricia, Jana, Fiona, Nikki, and Ramiro. They are professional, attentive, and easy to collaborate with. 2. Problem Solvers: One of their greatest strengths is that they never shy away from a hard problem. Whether it's a maintenance issue or a tenant concern, they tackle it head-on with a level of responsiveness that is hard to find. 3. Trusted Partnership: When you are looking for a partner to manage an investment property, creating an empathetic and caring relationship with the tenants is the most important factor. They have proven themselves to be reliable stewards of my property. Pro-Tip for Owners: Because they manage a diverse portfolio of both condos and houses, I found that providing clear context on my specific expectations for house-level marketing and maintenance from the start created a great feedback loop. Their receptiveness to this high level of communication is exactly why our partnership works so well; it ensures everyone is aligned from day one. Overall: If you need a team that is responsive and capable of handling the complexities of the Bay Area rental market, I highly recommend The Cal Agents.

I would like to extend my sincere appreciation to Jana Estipona and Jade Briones of Cal Agents Real…read moreEstate for their outstanding support and dedication. Jana and Jade consistently demonstrated professionalism, clear communication, and exceptional attention to detail throughout the process. Their proactive follow-through and commitment to ensuring everything was handled smoothly made a significant difference. Their support made it easy for me to complete all necessary requirements with confidence and clarity. It was truly a pleasure working with Jana and Jade, and I'm grateful for their excellent service. Cal Agents Real Estate consistently delivers exceptional service, demonstrating professionalism, expertise, and a genuine commitment to both client success and the strength of its outstanding team. From a very grateful client, Vi G.