I got the opportunity to work with Tim McGuire and his team - especially his assistant, Karen Carmichael - when selling our home in Pleasanton in July 2020. We got a strong referral for Tim from our neighbor and she said no one knows Pleasanton better than Tim. And was she right !! From the moment Tim walked into our home for the first meeting, we knew we made the right choice. And from there, it only got better. He brought in professional stagers, gave very practical and cost-effective advice on changes we should make to really enhance the value of the house and brought in all the necessary contractors to get the work done quickly. The house looked absolutely spectacular when it was ready to get onto the market. And then two days before it was supposed to go onto the market, Tim provided the ultimate in platinum service - he told us one of his buyers came by to see the house and that they were ready to make an offer on the house !! They did, we immediately accepted and everything moved very smoothly from that point through close of escrow. Not one hitch !! Besides Tim exceptional knowledge of the intricacies of both the real estate and escrow businesses and his vast network of contacts in the real estate eco-system, he is also very timely, professional, courteous and works with a very level of integrity. He is also exceptional and prompt at follow-through and he patiently worked through all our questions and made us feel very comfortable with the whole process. Even to this day - months after we closed escrow - Tim responds very promptly to any questions we have and follows-up on any commits he makes. It is such a joy working with someone as thorough and committed as him. I am thrilled we listened to our neighbor and contacted Tim. It was the easiest and smoothest real estate transaction we have had to-date. I would wholeheartedly recommend Tim McGuire and his entire team for all your real estate needs. I am sure you will be just as thrilled with the experience as I was. Prakash read more

Tim is by far the best realtor we have ever worked with ! We  recently sold our house with Tim. While this can be a very stressful process, especially during a pandemic, we felt 100% confident from day one by partnering with Tim. We were out of state during the entire process. Tim took care all the fixes that were needed and did an excellent job of making sure we understood the process of selling, important deadlines. He also offered expert advice that helped us through the negotiations. In addition, he was extremely responsive  to every one of our questions, no matter how small. His professionalism, attention to detail, and his ability to close the deal quickly was Outstanding!!! His experience and expertise made the entire process very smooth for us. We recommend Tim whole-heartedly! read more

We didn't think we could sell our home in the middle of a pandemic, but we reached out to Tim and he arrived with a wealth of knowledge and a creative approach to our situation, along with the perfect family to buy our house in his rolodex. Tim listened, gave us great advice, and made the entire transaction easier than we thought it could be. He was actively involved every step of the way, incredibly responsive when we needed him, and brought a ton of resources to the table for us to address every one of our concerns. It's hard for us to imagine a better sale experience. read more

Tim helped me both buy & sell a home, and I worked with him over the course of a year. I would highly recommend Tim based on my experience with him! With the help of his team who staged, cleaned & landscaped-- my house looked amazing by the time it was listed for sale and pulled in 17 offers far over asking price. Tim is completely committed to his clients and always returned every phone call, text, or email with an helpful answer. He takes pride in his listings, and makes the buying and selling process seamless. read more

Tim has extensive knowledge of real estate around Pleasanton tri valley area and was very helpful throughout the process of home buying. The best part about working with Tim is his immaculate work ethics. He helped us navigate through several of our first time home buying questions with ease and by providing options. Tim has been a pleasure to work with. read more

If there were 10 stars I would have given it to TIm McGuire. In this tough real estate market, Tim helped us to find the house of our dreams. Tim is an expert in pricing! which makes it easy to make a fair deal and not to over-pay. Tim is very professional and he is not joking when he is saying he will be helping you in every little step on the way to your new house. In addition to being very knowledgeable, Tim is also very nice and sweet, makes every annoying situation much more pleasant. Tim helped us buying our first house and it could have been an overwhelming and scary process, but, thanks to Tim, it was an easy and supper exciting one. read more

We're so glad we worked with Tim to buy our first house in California. He was incredibly responsive and patient with our lack of expertise and guided us through the process with zero pressure while making sure we got the best possible deal. Tim is truly an area expert if not THE area expert where we live in Pleasanton. He knows every floor plan and house in the area and I have to say I was really impressed when he correctly guessed the name of the contractor who had done some concrete-laying work on the backyard. One other great moment with Tim is that we were anxious about some standard earthquake-related language in disclosure documents (we're not from California!) so he kindly got us a free consultation session with an engineer who helped us better understand the language and disclosures. After purchasing the house he has been super helpful giving us guidance on possible contractors, work we wanted to do around the house and even other unrelated matters. Another shiny example is that among the things the former owner left was a box of ammunition. Since we wanted no business with that, Tim kindly disposed of it on our behalf :) read more

Tim McGuire is amazing. I can't say enough good things about Tim and the Team. Working with Tim has been an incredible experience, from the beginning of our search down to the offer stage, in which Tim played an instrumental role. Throughout the process, Tim continuously educated us and differentiated himself vs other agents. Although he had many other clients, we always felt we had his undivided attention with timely, patient and informative communications. Moreover, his experience and expertise stood out and his contribution were immensely valuable. When touring properties, Tim provided super insightful comments about the condition of the property, the area and key points to take notice of. In many cases he highlighted flaws or risks that no other agent ever directed our attention to, even to the point of recommending against putting an offer. We really felt Tim has our best interest in mind and was not just pushing towards a sale. In addition, Tim provided us with several pre-market opportunities that no other agent was privy to. When we were ready to put an offer, Tim helped us negotiate the most favorable terms and put in his weight and personal relationship with the sellers' agent to make sure our offer won against the competition. During the negotiations, Tim provided immediate feedback based on sellers' sentiment and directed us how to proceed. What really struck us was that it wasn't just about offering more money. As a matter of fact, Tim even advised us against raising the bid and was still able to close the deal for us. Finally, the relationship doesn't end with the sale. After we moved into our new home, Tim continued supporting us when dealing with various unexpected incidents. He connected us with service providers and advised us on best courses of action. Overall, I highly recommend Tim McGuire. Tim provided immense value add to our home search, was always there for us with anything and everything, and played a critical role in us closing the deal on the home we wanted. read more

My wife and I used Tim for the sale of our home in Pleasanton. Starting with the initial interview, we were impressed with Tim's professionalism and knowledge, not only of the local market but the economy as a whole. Using this information Tim was able to help us come up with a price for our home that was reasonable to us yet ensured a faster sale. Tim was very communicative throughout the whole process and was always available for any questions. No detail regarding the sale was left unattended. Whether it was staging the inside of the home or having flowers planted outside. He even printed signs to advertise our pre-sale garage sale! Overall, a fantastic experience! read more

Ours was a real whirlwind process which was made VERY easy by Tim and his team of professionals. We contacted Tim when my wife and I suddenly found a place that we loved and wanted to move out of the area. From the time that we met Tim until we were in contract was only 25 days. In that time, Tim and his team supported us in preparing the home for uncluttering, packing for staging, painting, cleaning, yard cleanup, agent showing and our one and only weekend of open house. Tim guided us through the whole process and made the experience so very easy, as he had promised us when we met him. Even when there were some minor problems with the potential buyer, he navigated us through the issues and it all came out to everyone's satisfaction. Tim is a true professional with an intimate knowledge of real estate, the market and how to best present one's home for sale. We HIGHLY recommend Tim and his team if you are thinking of selling or buying a home. read more

Right from the start, it was clear that Tim's first priority was not for us to simply purchase a home, but rather to purchase a home we would love. He understood our needs perfectly regarding what we wanted in a home and location. Since we were relocating from out of state, we relied on Tim to handle many of the details regarding inspections and closing. Despite the fact that we were living across the country at this the, we always knew what was going on because Tim kept us up-to-date. He did a terrific job and we would highly recommend him to others. read more

We moved from Atlanta and winded up finding the house that we wanted just a couple of days before a month long cross country road trip. Tim worked with us in very difficult circumstances. We had to go through negotiations, the inspection, and re-negotiations all while traveling. By the time we made it to California, we had a house to move into. He did a great job. He knew a lot of local information and helped us narrow down the areas that we wanted to live. You won't be disappointed with Tim. read more

Whether you're looking to buy a home, or sell a home in the Tri-Valley/Pleasanton area, I would highly recommend Tim McGuire. Tim was my agent a few months back, representing me as a first time home buyer. Tim helped me understand what to expect in the buying process, and was there with me every step of the way. He was always responsive, and available to answer questions and address concerns pretty much 7x24 during the closing process. When it came to inspections, financing, etc. Tim has a great network of local business people that he uses who all work well together, making for a a well orchestrated outcome. After my transaction was complete he provided a zip drive of all my pertinent documents, which came in very handy about a month ago when I needed to utilize my Home Warranty policy. I had actually contemplated buying a home over about a 4 year period, often asking Tim to go and look at various properties during this time. Not once did I feel pressured to buy before I was ready. Tim was very patient and helpful discussing all aspects of the home purchase, helping me determine when the right time was, and the right price range that fit my budget. Tim and his staff did an outstanding job from start to finish, and even after the deal was closed he continued to follow-up with me. read more

I can not speak highly enough of Tim McGuire and his team. I have worked with quite a few very good agents over the years, however hands down Tim and his team are THE BEST in the industry. Tim is extremely professional as indicated by his integrity and attention to detail. Tim truly provides a concierge's approach and is willing to rollup his sleeves to do whatever it takes to help you get the ultimate value for your home. He has a great reputation and is well connected to the people and businesses in our community. He also spends time giving back to the community. Tim recently helped my husband and me sell our home in Pleasanton. It sold within one week for over asking price. His attention to detail in prepping our home was extraordinary. We signed a contract with him on a Sunday evening... Monday the stager arrived, Tuesday a painter for touch ups arrived, Wednesday a landscaper and house cleaners arrived, Thursday photographers arrived and by Friday we were marketed world wide on the internet, local papers, MLS, and other highly visited sights. The process was amazing and went so smoothly. In addition, everything from accepting an offer to closing of escrow was flawless. He and his team are prompt with returning calls, answering questions, and providing resources when needed. In short, they do what they say they are going to do and provide a wealth of knowledge and resources. Obviously, I highly recommend Tim McGuire and his team for your real estate needs and would be happy to speak to anyone wanting a more detailed reference. Please ask Tim for my contact information. read more

We bought and sold with Tim over a short period of time in the summer of 2012. He was knowledgeable, helpful, and very professional to work with. We had sold another property earlier in the year and the contrast between the two realtors was amazing. Tim truly helped in large and small ways, watering a dry lawn then finding someone to fix a landscaping leak. He suggested helpers in every field, painting, flooring, carpentry, etc. and was wise in what he suggested we fix and not fix. He was easily available to us and created a sense of partnership. His staff, in particular Karen, couldn't have been more helpful or polite. I hope to never move again, but if I do I will work only with Tim--he was great! read more

Tim McGuire helped me locate and purchase my new home in Pleasanton in a great neighborhood. Tim went beyond they duties of a real estate agent in taking me to homes that he thought I could afford, looking out for homes available in neighborhoods that he thought I would like, and staying in contact with me throughout the entire scary buying experience. Tim is very gracious with his time and knows the Pleasanton Livermore area like an expert (which he is). He knows how to buy and sell homes, knows the pitfalls and tribulations, and can handle any strange event or setback. If you want to get an honest and through real estate agent, you should strongly consider Tim and he team from Alan Pinel. read more