They have always been very helpful and responsive. Alex Stoeber specifically has made him self easily accessible and eager to help me either see a property or get information on a property as quickly as possible. read more

Alex has always been helpful in my search for a 2nd home and property on which I can build a home. Very knowledgeable and patient as well as informed. read more

We have worked with Daniel and the Zia Group twice now, first for the purchase of a condo, then the purchase of our home. We have always felt like we are getting the royal treatment from everyone on team Zia. The process was smooth, everything was explained, (and explained again for us new to buying and selling real estate), we felt cared for and like our needs and desires were always considered. We recommend Daniel and his team to anyone looking for help with their home. read more

The best service from a team that is knowledgeable, helpful, and goes above and beyond for their clients. We are grateful and highly recommend the Zia Group! read more

I cannot speak highly enough of Daniel and the team at Zia Group. From our first meeting with Daniel, we were confident the Zia team would help us find the right property for us on our timeline, negotiate the best price for that property and walk us through the home buying process. As first time homebuyers this made the process worry free and smoother than I could have imagined. Thank you Zia Group! - Ian and Katie Dwyer read more

Veronica and Daniel did an excellent job managing the sale of great property. There were a lot of variables involved that the typical house does not have to go through. They did an amazing job navigating, coordinating, and negotiating the challenges of this listing. Their professionalism is top notch. read more

I've known Daniel since he was a college student. He's all about customer service and integrity. It's easy enough to tell by talking to him. If you want more proof just check out the amazing growth in his client base. Cliff Lundberg read more

The Zia group is fantastic!! We've worked specifically with Alan Siebenaler and our experience thus far has been great. We were searching for commercial real estate in Santa Barbara and Alan was very knowledgeable when it came to answering all of our questions. He was also very realistic with us, and listened to all of our concerns and took note of our wants/needs in a property. The property we were interested in had already been leased but we definitely plan to continue working with Alan for future real estate opportunities. read more

Jon Gilkeson and his team are incredible. They make searching for a new home easy, fast, and efficient. They are a very knowledgeable team and will do what we it takes to ensure that their clients are taken care of. Thank you for everything Zia group! read more

Bought our first ever condo in Carpinteria in 2008 with Daniel - was a great experience. 8 years later, we sold that condo and upgraded to a beautiful single family home in Carpinteria - Daniel and Bowen were our agents for the entire transaction and we were so grateful to have their expertise and service from the entire team. Could not be happier with our home! read more

Daniel Zia and Zia Group really exceeded our expectations. Every effort they put into the successful sale of our house shows diligence and professionalism. Combined with their expertise, outstanding marketing strategy, and teamwork, they delivered an excellent result. Grateful for Daniel Zia and Zia Group. read more

My wife and I were more than pleased with how the Zia Group under Daniel Zia performed. They exceeded our expectations by not only bringing us 5 offers within 72 hours of our home being listed but were also able to close escrow within two weeks. They are very professional and diligent. Having used other companies in the past we can state unequivocal that this firm is by far the best real estate company in Santa Barbara County. read more

I can't recommend Daniel enough. The three most important factors I consider when selecting a Realtor are knowledge, integrity, and trust. Daniel's impressive knowledge of the Santa Barbara market are an incredible asset when buying a home. He spent a considerable amount of time with us discussing our priorities. Daniel was always very prompt in his response to my many questions. He never once pressured us to consider homes outside of our comfort zone. It was so reassuring to work with a Realtor that you have complete trust in protecting your interests. If you are in search of a Realtor to represent you as a buyer or seller, look no further you found him. read more

Daniel and his team have a beautiful eye for presentation. Owner Daniel's foundational focus on creating a company centrally focused on honesty and serving others sets The Zia Group apart. That along with their unparalleled ability to both sell homes and help buyers find just what they are looking for is why they have remained at the top of their industry for years and years. Buying and selling homes is emotional and can be stressful but The Zia Group gives that extra measure that makes you feel like a person, not just a profit. Inspirational. read more

Daniel Zia did a great job as both buyer and sellers agent. On the buy side he was able to get our current home for 5% below asking and on the sell side he got us 5% over asking. We completed two transactions in less than 60 days. Most realtors are untrustworthy but Daniel is a true professional. We will definitely use him again. Pros accessible on-time attentive professional market knowledge Cons nothing to think of read more

Daniel and his team are knowledgeable, considerate, and quick to respond. They gave me great advice when purchasing my home and we love the house. He is always my first call for questions about Santa Barbara real estate because he knows each of the neighborhoods from Montecito to The Mesa to Goleta and everywhere in between. read more

I can't say enough good things about Daniel and the whole team at Zia Group. He was able to give unbiased information while making sure he really understood me and what I wanted to help present the information that he knew was important to me. The whole process felt customized to me as a buyer while at the same time felt smooth to show they had done this many times before. I will be recommending Zia Group to anyone I know buying or selling a home in the Santa Barbara area. read more

I knew Daniel was a good Real Estate agent but I had no idea how great him and his team actually are. Everyone on the team was extremely helpful and willing to go out of their way to make us happy. We were buying a home for the first time and they dealt with my never ending questions with such patience. It was always about us having a good experience and what is best for us. Along with that, Daniel was able to negotiate a killer deal. The company is a leader in the area for good reason. Very highly recommended. read more

I have moved a bunch over the years, but earlier this year it was my first time selling and purchasing a home. My husband bought our home previously with the help of Daniel Zia, and so we met with him again. He was thorough in capturing our hopes, dreams for a new home as well as our budget. He sent us many listings to look over and when we had narrowed down our top choices, he and his team were efficient, prompt and friendly to work with! The process felt more smooth than I expected! Knowing how "in demand" the housing market is and some of the nuances of Santa Barbara in particular, Daniel and his team were great! The guidance helped us land our top choice home! I had the best experience. Pick the Zia Group - I am glad we did! read more

I'm not certain our transaction would have gone through it it wasn't for Daniel's decidation and hard work.

Bowen at the Zia Group continues to be a valuable resource for me after we purchased our condo in Carpinteria. He is well connected in the community and is able to suggest quality people when needs arise. The Zia group is resourceful. read more

Daniel and his team were incredible in both selling our old home and buying a new home this year. They brought much experience to marketing our home bringing in multiple offers over asking price. They were so helpful along every step of the way. Daniel also helped us purchase a new home that is perfect for our growing family. read more

Daniel and the Zia Group are Santa Barbara's premier Realtors. You won't find a better organization; one that will put your needs above the sale. I give the Zia Group an A+!!! Keep up the great work! read more

Daniel Zia helped us buy our house at an opportune time. He didn't pressure us and took us to several homes. My only complaints is that he can act a little younger although usually professional, and I wasn't always sure if he was on my team 100% of the time. Like I said, he did help some with the sale of our home. It was an interesting experience. read more

This is, by far the best real estate group in Santa Barbara. They are highly knowledgeable of the market conditions. As a client, I received 'white glove' service in the acquisition of our property. Daniel Zia understands the neighborhoods, price points, and worked hard to get us the absolute best deal. It wouldn't have happened without him. I would highly recommend Daniel and his team for your real estate needs. read more

A pro with a dynamic team, Daniel Zia handled the sale of our (2nd home) condo several years ago. We chose him because we liked his professionalism, energy, and attention to detail. They priced it right so it moved fast. At the time, we longed for a larger condo in the same area. Daniel signed us up to get emails whenever anything came up in that defined area, and finally one place caught our eye. As it was a desirable area, Daniel suggested we move fast, so we all did. His team was absolutely fantastic in meeting with us to consider improvements to the new place, quickly securing financing, etc. Our offer was accepted. But after some soul-searching, we realized it was impractical for us to buy there at that time, so we backed out of the deal (at no loss for us whatsoever, but much time and spent by the Zia Group) and instead bought in Scottsdale to be near family. Scottsdale has its merits, certainly, but hope springs eternal that we can have it all -- the beach air and desert life! So we continue to look at his ads that are targeted to our specific dream location. And occasionally we do ask Daniel to scope something out for us. read more

The Zia group is by far the most outstanding real estate team I've ever worked with. The staff each had something to bring to the table. Ian, Kyle, Adam, and Beth all took care of me buying a lovely home overlooking the ocean. But really it was Daniel who demonstrated clear leadership and customer care. I wasn't treated like a customer but more like a guest. read more

Daniel Zia is one of Santa Barbara finest realtors. He does an outstanding job of keeping people informed about news and offerings in the Santa Barbara real estate world. Some of the listings he has sold are just spectacular and not just from a property point of view but from a marketing stance. He works to sell a property and that is why he is very successful. read more

I've worked with a number of real estate agents over the years and can say with confidence that Daniel Zia is by far the best I have ever worked with. Moving from out of the area meant that I needed expert advice and support, from learning about Santa Barbara neighborhoods through negotiating the details of a successful purchase. Daniel showed genuine interest in helping me find the right home, and he and his team were there for me every step of the way, even following up to make sure my transition went smoothly. I do not hesitate to recommend Daniel to anyone who plans to buy or sell in the Santa Barbara area. read more

I get choked up almost 2 years later whenever I think about my experience with the Zia group. No matter how much I say or how I say it I feel it will never really say enough. While other real estate agents I interviewed told me things like what work I would need to do to prepare the house for sale and how to only expect realistic results given the market, etc., Daniel Zia told me that he and his team would take care of everything that needed to be done and get me the highest possible result from the current market. They relieved an incredible burden and did an amazing job. All I had to do was say yes or no to their suggestions and write an occasional check which was always reasonable because they work with great vendors that are priced fair. His team of experts quickly got me an above market price and carried me through a very difficult time. Do yourself a favor and just interview them first. read more

I would be extremely careful of Mr. Zia if he is representing house flippers, Alta Community Investments. They sold me a house that looked very nice, but within a month of moving in, the floors began to sag, and after a thorough inspection, it was found that Alta contractors didn't put in enough support under the house to hold up today's modern appliances (it was originally built 1923). The foundation under the fireplace is crumbling and unsafe, but they represented that the fireplace was usable, using clever staging on the hearth with a basket of wood.They had removed 2 walls and put up 2 other walls with support that was grossly inadequate. In addition, they contractually were supposed to grind a large stump very near the house, but neglected to do so. The stump has been sending shoots under the house and I have many saplings growing in the crawlspace. Many in their work crews were unskilled and they made many unprofessional mistakes in the construction that was hidden from view. They want to make huge profits in the shortest amount of time possible, which results in a lot of sub-par work because they know that there is a shortage of housing in SB. In order to capitalize on their investment, they build and sell the homes fast before the problems become apparent, and by using the cheapest labor and materials. They don't take responsibility for leaving the next homeowner with serious flaws to fix. I have been trying to get Alta to compensate me for the extremely expensive fixes to my house I've had to make in the last year, but they only offer cheap fixes that will never stand the test of time. It's all about their profits, and really don't care to stand behind their work. They have done this to others, so be wary of this company, and Mr. Zia, who works to help his client in a cover-up of serious defects, as he downplays all the shoddy workmanship that was done, and tries to put all the blame on the unsuspecting buyer. I would not do business with any of them, EVER. They are untrustworthy. read more

Daniel Zia, Jon Gilkenson and the entire Zia Group team take buying and selling a home to a new level. Their knowledge, expertise and professionalism are above and beyond what we have experienced in our past real estate experiences (and we've had quite a few). We selected Daniel and Jon to be our agents after interviewing many top agents in Santa Barbara. We chose them because we knew we needed agents that were really on top of their game to do what we wanted to do: sell our house for top dollar as a pocket listing with all sorts of contingencies (such as allowing us time to find a replacement property and secure a mortgage). They and the entire Zia Group team were able to do that and also help us purchase our replacement property (again with contingencies). They handled both transactions simultaneously--a lot of moving parts to deal with. It was mind-boggling to say the least. Lesser men would have cracked under all the demands and counter demands, changing time frames, and human whims. But Daniel and Jon are champions at this business--truly, they were unfailingly professional, calm, and patient (even when we weren't). My husband and I recommend them without hesitation. They are simply the best in Santa Barbara. read more