Scott Grant was absolutely brilliant to deal with on both selling and buying another home in silver…read morecreek. Just a super nice, professional, knowledgable and experienced veteran that makes a seemingly stressful process really pleasant and easy. Superb experience from start to finish and it's so rare to find someone that just does absolutely everything they say to the t. You can tell her really likes what he does and is a people person first. If I could I'd leave six stars.

My wife and I happened upon Diane Grant at an open house that she was listing in the Silver Creek…read morearea. Although that house was not right for us, we were thoroughly impressed by her detailed knowledge of the area and her ability to quickly focus in on what we're looking for in a house. At that point we enlisted Diane Grant to represent us as a buyer and it proved to be the best decision that we made during our home-buying journey. Diane defines the word professional as she made us feel like we were her only client. She guided us through the entire process, following up with all parties involved (including 3rd party home inspectors) and quickly returned every phone call I made to her (and believe me, I made plenty). She attended every home inspection, appraisal and walk-through; she even attended our doc signing at the title company to ensure everything went smooth. Between her and her husband Scott, you're leveraging over 50 years of knowledge in the real-estate industry and that is a great asset to have in your corner during the often stressful home buying experience. Diane entered our home buying journey as a professional and she left as a friend. I wholeheartedly recommend Diane and Scott Grant for anybody looking to buy or sell their home; you can be assured you will receive the same excellent service that they provided me.

Working with Nicole was an absolute pleasure. She exceeded all of our expectations as our realtor…read moreand made the entire process seamless. Her professionalism, dedication, and expertise truly set her apart. Beyond just finding us a home, Nicole went above and beyond by thoroughly vetting properties--even speaking directly with city planners to verify permit histories and square footage. She proactively identified potential "red flags" in disclosure packets, like moisture intrusion or outdated electrical systems, to ensure we were making a sound investment. Even after we were in contract, she continued to support us by coordinating with contractors to reinstate expired permits and providing a comprehensive list of trusted local service providers. We highly recommend Nicole to anyone looking to buy or sell a home!

Nicole was great to work with from start to finish. She was always quick to respond and made…read moreherself available whenever we had questions, no matter the day or time. The whole process felt smooth and low-stress for my wife and me--from looking at homes, to handling the appraisal and paperwork, all the way through closing. She kept us in the loop the entire time and was easy to communicate with. What really stood out was how well she understood what we were looking for. She wasn't just trying to help us buy a house--she wanted to make sure it was the right fit for us. Her knowledge of the market and attention to detail made a big difference, especially with how competitive things can get. She also went above and beyond to help us land a place in a highly sought-after area, and it wasn't even on the market yet. That alone says a lot about her work ethic and connections. If you're looking to buy or sell in Silicon Valley, I'd definitely recommend working with Nicole.

Be careful before hiring this appraiser, or allowing him to appraise your home! You risk your home…read moreloan. This is one of the first appraisers I have come across who seems more intent on finding reasons to lower your home's appraisal, rather than giving the fair or market value. In case he is assigned to appraise your home, quickly call the bank and ask for a different appraiser. You will risk your financing! Some notes to share: 1)    The appraiser noted "The purchase price is $110,000 higher than the listing price due to a bidding war, and it is higher than the market value consequently." I would kindly like to share with this appraiser that this is the San Francisco Bay Area. Almost every single home has multiple offers (aka "bidding war") and hence properties will sell for a price higher than the list price. This is the market...the market decides the price...hence the "market value." It appears like you are grossly out of touch with the market in which you work. This home sold 6.7% above the list price. When looking at the 51 other homes sold within the same geographic area in the past 30-days, they sold on average 13.7% above the list price. Please take time to learn the facts. 2)    In one of the comparable properties I provided, the appraiser noted, "It was sold $302,000 over the listing price due to a bidding war. It may not represent the true market value." Mr. Appraiser, please refer to #1 above. 3)    Despite providing multiple data sources showing that a nearly identical home was in contract on the very next street for nearly $500K more than our purchase price, the appraiser refused to consider this sale. This property closed escrow while we were in escrow, but the appraiser still refused to use this comparable. 4)    The appraiser used a comparable property 6.56 miles away, but would not use one of the provided comparable properties stating it is, "located 7.3 miles away from the subject." I would be interested to learn more on why a 0.74mile difference is such a pain point and cause of contention in your thought process. 5)    I provided 2 comparable properties that closed while we were in escrow. They were shown as closed/recorded on the MLS. The appraiser countered, stating, "It was not recorded in the county record at the time of appraisal.... Zillow does not show it either." This is the first appraiser I have come across who relies upon Zillow and not the MLS. If he took the time to review the MLS, he could have easily found both sales. I encourage you to learn about how long it takes for the county record to update. You may realize that you receive the supplemental property tax bill many months after closing on a property, since it usually takes 3-6 months for county records to update. Please find your data from the MLS, and not county records (take a long time to update), or Zillow (inaccurate information). Again, if you are a customer, do yourself a BIG FAVOR and ask for a different appraiser. You will risk your financing when working with Richard Yoon. Unfortunately, this gentleman is out of touch with the local market.

He didn't look at recent comps, had no idea what to look for in the attributes of a home and also…read morethen gave as an appraisal that was 20% less. The incompetence was beyond words.

Excellent service!…read more Buying a home is one of the most stressful journeys in life, but Rosie turned what could have been overwhelming into an experience filled with clarity, confidence, and peace of mind. After my offer had approved, I shopped around for rates in many places. Rosie's rate was among the best--not necessarily the absolute lowest--but what truly set her apart was the sense of trust and reassurance I felt every time I spoke with her. That feeling of security is priceless, and it's the reason I chose to work with her. Rosie is more than just a loan broker. She is a true professional with deep knowledge, a steady hand, and a heart that genuinely cares for her clients. She went far beyond simply handling my loan. She double-checked whether the home price I negotiated made sense, proactively reached out to the seller and escrow to ensure all details were in place, and walked me through every step with patience and dedication. There were moments when the process kept me up at night with worry, but after a single conversation with Rosie--listening to her detailed explanations and calm guidance--I always felt reassured and at ease. What impressed me most was her reliability: she says what she means, and she delivers exactly what she promises. In a world where it's easy to feel like just another client, Rosie made me feel truly cared for. She was there when I needed her, always ready to answer my questions, always steady and thoughtful in her advice. To me, Rosie is not only an outstanding loan broker, but also a trusted guide who helps her clients feel confident in one of life's biggest decisions. I feel incredibly fortunate to have worked with her, and I know without a doubt that I will recommend her to every friend and family member looking to buy a home. Rosie doesn't just help you close a loan--she gives you peace of mind, and that's something beyond value.

I've closed on more than 5 homes with Rosie, and every experience has been outstanding. Most…read morerecently, we had an especially difficult case, but her team once again delivered -- fast, efficient, and with expert guidance every step of the way. She knows how to get things done, even when the situation is complex. Her consistency, professionalism, and commitment to clients are why I keep coming back. Highly recommend for anyone looking for a reliable lending partner.

We can't speak highly enough of our experience with Susan Merani. She was referred to us by one of…read moreour close friends. We were first-time homebuyers with very little knowledge about how to find the right place, but when we met Susan, we instantly knew that she is friendly, reliable and will help us to find our first home. She was patient to look at homes over a period of 2-3 months and cautioned us about making unreasonable offers when we fell too quickly for overpriced homes. With her, we never felt forced to make an offer and when we finally found the "one" and ended up in a competitive bidding war, Susan walked us through every step of the negotiations, even suggesting that we write a letter to the sellers to explain why we thought they should choose us. And that really helped us to win the bidding war! In short, she was always on our side working to make our house purchase as simple and successful as possible. The best part about working with Susan was that she was always more focused on answering our questions, giving us good advice, and finding homes that met our needs than she was on closing a deal. Today, we consider Susan as a family member and would highly recommend her to anyone that is searching for their new home. Thank you Susan!

When it was time to rent out our vacant home of 10 years, I knew it was going to be tough. Without…read moresomebody to take care of it, it needed a lot of work. How could we ever do it? This is where Susan stepped in. Seeking out a great property manager, I came across her and am so glad I did. If you're looking for a property manager, I'd definitely recommend her! She makes the process so hands free. I know the home is in great hands with her on our side. Susan is extremely communicative and easy to reach. Text, calls, emails. You name it - she's there for you. She's proactive and takes the initiative. A leak in the roof? "You should also check the drywall to make sure there's no internal damage" - and if there is? She'll take care of it for you and look up the services out there, arrange for the to stop by and take care of it all. The home had so many issues surface, but she tackled them all while also juggling tenants! She's a fantastic property manager and really makes the experience care free. She and her husband provide digital copies of invoices for me on request, documenting expenses, payments, and so forth. It's crystal clear on paper - and as mentioned earlier, her excellent communication supports it even further. Susan has a great, reliable contractor that she works with, knows services that she can use if more expert resources are needed for fixes, and she does it all for you. what service! Highly reachable, dependable, organized, connected, efficient, knowledgable, proactive. Thank you Susan!

Dennis was very friendly and helpful and offered great advice on permit questions I have on my…read moreproperty. He's very knowledgeable and I would without hesitation recommend others with permit needs to seek help from him.

Here's my experience. I was building a new house and my…read moreplans were rejected by the City for dozens of reasons. Feeling overwhelmed I searched for someone to help me through the process. I contacted Dennis at Bay Area Permits and arranged a meeting. He had me meet him at Starbucks which I though a bit odd going over architectural drawings in the middle of a bustling coffee shop. He needed a $3,000.00 retainer to get started to help me resolve my permit issues. I tried to hand-deliver the check later that night and found that the Business Address was just a mail drop in Los Gatos. So I mailed the check. We had a follow up meeting and Dennis said he would get started. I have no idea what he did other that he mentioned he needed to access "archives" at the county etc. After that, Dennis was extremely hard to get ahold of. Many calls were not returned, emails not replied to etc. After Months went by Dennis told me he was sick. In the mean time I had resolved most of the issues myself. The main thing I wanted Dennis to resolve was to prove to the City that a house had existed on the lot before as that would save me $17,600.00 in permit fees. We had another meeting where he gave me a Sketch of a home from the 60's? in an area where my lot is. This was supposed to prove to the City that a house previously existed on my lot? I figured the City would laugh at me and they did (chuckled) and said the sketch did not prove anything to them. Desperate and a fish out of water regarding records searching I figured I would take a day off work and try to figure it out myself. I went to Santa Clara County (on Hedding and First St) with the APN number. The receptionist suggested I try the tax assessor as they would have records of previously paid taxes on my parcel. The Tax Assessor told me the parcel number had been changed and I should check with the building Dept. The building Department cross referenced the new APN to the old APN, found the original permit from the 1950's and the demolition permit from the 1990's when the house was torn down. My total time at the County from arriving at the facility to driving away was 34 minutes. Armed with these documents, the City waived the $17,600.00 fee from my building permit. I followed up with Dennis and he stood firm that the sketch he gave me should have been good enough. From my point of view I am a novice, if I could solve this issue so quickly myself then why did he have so much trouble? Dennis mentioned that he would get me some money back but I never heard back from him. I called and left a voice mail asking about my refund, he never replied to my voice mail. This was roughly a year ago. I'll give Bay Area Permits 2 starts instead of 1 star because Dennis seemed nice on a personal level.

I highly recommend Brenda Duchesne-Miller as a real estate agent representing either a buyer or a…read moreseller. My family has worked with Brenda on multiple deals. I met Brenda when she was the seller's agent for a property I purchased in Saratoga. I was so impressed with her, I recommended her to my daughter who worked with her on a buy and later a sale, both in the South Bay. Nine year later, I used her to list the home I originally purchased in Saratoga. She sold our home after 2 days on the market, at over list price. Brenda has decades of experience in South Bay real estate, but what she brings to the equation doesn't stop there. She has an array of resources to help prepare one's home for not only showings, but the all-important on line listing. She intuitively understands modern real estate sales which require digital marketing savvy as well as interpersonal persuasiveness. For many people, their home is one of their largest assets. As such one should take no chances and hire an expert advisor like Brenda. The complexities of the South Bay market place absolutely require a someone with Brenda's background, skill and problem solving ability.

I cannot say enough wonderful things about Brenda! She is incredibly smart, knowledgeable and…read moretenacious. In fact, when my husband and I started to get discouraged during the offer stage, she told us to not give up because she never gives up. And guess what? We got the house! She will fight for her clients and will work as hard as it takes. She's also wonderfully connected and has even helped us post-purchase with renovations and design choices! I don't want to buy another home any time soon ;) but if we were in the market, I would choose Brenda all over again!

Nakul is the only real estate agent we have seen consistently meet with us or the builder every…read moretime his client has a scheduled meeting. More then most of the agents we never see again after the initial contract is signed, which is required in order for the agent to get credit for the referral fee (20K) and get paid. The builder's sales agents do a majority, 99.9%, of the work after the contract is signed. Actions speak louder then words.

Recently bought a house . Excellent service and…read moreprofessionalism.Nakul kapoor definitely went above and beyond his job. 5 start really isn't enough to give it to him.Nakul was sincere and helpful from beginning to end. Just the type of person you need when you looking for to buy or sell home Nakul excellence is really solid and consistent. As first time home buyers, we really couldn't be happier that we found Nakul including the recommendation of a great mortgage broker . Following are the things that I think Nakul has been consistently exceeded 1. Expertise-we all know that the quickest way to know a person's level of knowledge is by asking tons of questions (I didn't do it on purpose. It's just what first home buyers do and me being myself). I couldn't recall the specific questions that I've asked I was very impressed every time when I got the response from Nakul. His expertise and timely response makes him really reliable. 2. Timely communication - Nakul has so many clients at hands but I was amazed by how he was still able to respond to my emails and phone calls in a very timely manner. It's not just about the deliver on time; it's the accuracy of his response and the knowledge he has that really makes the whole home buying process smooth. 3. Care - this is where I really think Nakul went above and beyond. Even after closing he still helping us with renovation .Nakul has been followed up the whole time! I'd highly recommend Nakul to any home hunter either buying or selling. He has the expertise to get the job done. Wishing Nakul continued success .thank you again