Alvin Is AMAZING!!! Being First Time buyers we really didn't know what to expect going into the process. When we decided to meet with Alvin he Immediately demonstrated his value. He did a great job explaining what the process looks like from start to finish and took time to find out what was really important to our family.He was extremely easy to work with,passionate,motivated to help and insured we were updated throughout the process. We were extremely excited getting our first offer accepted,He helped coordinate our inspection and insured us he will be there.We were shocked to find things about the home that we weren't prepared for. Alvin explained all our options and made sure we never felt pressured to buy. We decided to walk away from the property and Alvin was ready to get back on the hunt for us...Funny how things work out, in less than a week we found the perfect home. This time around we were nervous to hear there were multiple other offers already presented to the seller. Then we got the call from him saying GOT IT!!! We were so happy to hear we got everything we asked for to include the playground in the backyard to stay :). We now are Proud Homeowners and are grateful Alvin was able to find us the perfect home that we absolutely love. If you're looking for a Real Estate Agent that is Professional,Honest, Determined To Help,we absolutely recommend Alvin. I promise you will not be disappointed. Happy Holidays. read more

Guys! Mind Blown! Alvin Santos with the 253 Realty team has exceeded all expectations. Let me be the one to tell anyone willing to read this! He has promised and fulfilled everything we've wanted on the house we just bought. But let's start off with him telling us in the very beginning: "It's not going to be easy but it's out there if your willing to put in the work." Wish list: *5-bed, *3-bath, *ample park (6+ cars), * back yard Only concerns: old wiring, and roof Time frame: 6months Location: close to work We were only available during the weekends because of the usual work and kids in school. This gave Alvin something to work with and he did, it wasn't easy for sure! At one point he called me saying "Tomorrow is a big day; prep snacks, and drinks for the kids." And the next day we gone out and saw 16 houses that he scheduled and routed for us! Take notes people because the houses we saw were all different and unique in its own way. It's hard to remember all the houses trust me. Started in March and just bought our house May! Everything on our wish list , all our concerns, time frame , Location Listen guys, if your willing to put in the work and let your agent guide you then you shouldn't settle for anything less than everything you want in a home. He fought hard for us and used his knowledge in the industry to get us our first home! read more

Buying a house is one of the biggest decisions you'll ever make . From making sure that your expectations are met , making sure that your comfortable with prices & can trust the person doing the job & with the right agent you wouldn't have to worry . Alvin Santos with the 253 realty team is HIGHLY recommended. Not only did he went above & beyond for us during the process of buying the house , he communicated with us about everything & made sure that all the questions we had was answered. He made sure that whenever we wanted to look at a house he was there , regardless of time and location . He knew what we wanted in a house & what we didn't. We have looked at so many houses & Alvin always assured us that if the house is meant to be it will be & he was right . We contacted Alvin in March about wanting to buy a house & told him that we also had our worries because our main goals were buying a house that would not only fit our whole family , but it was within our price range , city area, & buying a house right before summer so that our kids could enjoy their first summer in a house . Since talking to him about these he has succeeded in meeting all of our goals & As of today we are officially a home owner & we couldn't thank Alvin Santos with the 253 realty team enough ! read more

Shawn both sold me my house and later helped me sell it to someone else. I think that says a lot that we kept in touch over the period of about 7 years and that I felt good about returning to him as a trusted expert. He is prompt, courteous, and positive. He clearly loves his job. Shawn would probably say he puts his customers first, and he trusts that his customers will be loyal to him in turn. I think he really did go beyond the normal requirements of a realtor when it came time to sell, as I lived in Florida and needed a little extra assistance with the miscellanies that entail selling a home from afar. For those using their VA loans, Shawn is an expert with the process. In fact I remember that at the time when I bought the home, my application was approved because it was correct when other applications were returned. Shawn helped me to snag the home I wanted with great efficiency. He is also very savvy. His understanding of buyers' attitudes, process, and law maximized the sale price of my home. For me this was the difference between breaking even or walking away with some cash in my pocket. In the future I would definitely seek the help of Shawn and his team for realty business. Thanks Team 253! read more

Working with Alvin Santos at 253 Realty was a amazing experience. As an out of state buyer looking to relocate to Washington from California, I found myself a little overwhelmed with looking at listings and properties, so I was grateful to be introduced to Alvin and 253 Realty. After a few phone calls and some really in-depth conversations regarding my needs and wants, Alvin was able to compile a list of over 40 available properties. After going through each of them with me individually, Alvin helped me narrow the listings down to properties that appealed to me. The very next morning a new property listing caught my eye. I immediately phoned Alvin, met up with him at the property for a showing, submitted an offer, and by 9pm the seller accepted my offer. Alvin truly went above and beyond to facilitate the purchase, and was with me every step of the way, from the inspection to the closing. Thanks to his knowledge, dedication, and drive, he has made my dream of owning a home in the Pacific Northwest a reality. Thank you Alvin, you're a star! read more

Shawn Viguerie Home Selling Team (253 Realty) Sold our home! I have never seen an office so wonderfully integrated, wonderful communications, jaw-dropping follow-through and attention to detail, incredible responsiveness, which I would rate on a scale of 1 to10, a 50! Their team is digitally integrated, so team members are courtesy copied on emails so when someone was out-of-the office, the other members immediately responded. I was never left hanging, and all issues were addressed quickly, and accurately. Whether it was the kitchen garage doorknob which broke where the access was completely denied, or the yard needed mowing (we're absentee owners), or instant response on offers and counter offers, the response was immediate and proactive and accurate! Fabulous teams! I wish the government was run as efficiently! We achieved a successful sale in a timely fashion, largely thanks to their efforts! read more

Shawn and his team at 253 Realty are amazing. He helped me buy my first home and then sell it a few years later. In November he helped me buy another home in an extremely tough market. I was consistantly shocked and impressed by how hard he was willing to work to get me exactly what I wanted. His  knowledge of the area, the market, the home buying process and his honest and practical advice helped me find an affordable home that's perfect for my family in a great area. He was always available when I needed something, never pressured me to make any decisions, encouraged me not to settle when the market looked bleak, and maintained a very high level of open, honest communication throughout the entire process. I hope he will be available when I eventually sell this home (which has already appreciated $35k since I purchased) you can bet I'll be calling Shawn. He has my business for life. read more

We partnered with Shawn and his team on our first home purchase 4 years ago. Being first time home buyers, we had a lot of questions, and Shawn answered all those those patiently and professionally. He was highly responsive and never overreached. He anticipated our needs and/or concerns, giving us a lot of knowledge and confidence. Recently, we partnered with Shawn and his team again to sell that same home and our experience was just as wonderful on the other end. We often asked Shawn for his professional opinion, and he'd give it, but then also always reminded us we're the decision makers. Shawn helped guide us with his own professional experience, market data and a very personalized touch. Thank you Shawn, Dana and 253Realty. read more

It was a wonderful experience working with ALVIN SANTON! Highly Recommend you choose him as your Realtor. Amazing communication skills, great negotiator, and knowledgeable of the process and of the Market. I must say to buckle up and enjoy every part of this experience. Be open minded, and ready for it is a challenging adventure. Never give up hope because more houses appear on the market daily. Never stray from what it is that you want. All great advices given by him that helped me throughout this experience. From the First view to my last I enjoyed every part of it. He is honest, real, and intelligent very easy to work with. I am grateful for your AWESOMENESS ALVIN. Thank you for everything. read more

My home-buying experience was made considerably less stressful than I had expected thanks to all the assistance and support that I received from Shawn and his team. Shawn's knowledge and experience were evident from my first interactions with him after having been referred to Shawn by a trusted real estate agent in the San Diego area. Shawn quickly learned my preferences and desires in my new home. Shawn's overall laid-back personality had the perfect mix of patience and drive to help me proceed through the process of the home-buying experience. I will most definitely refer anyone looking to purchase a home to Shawn and his team. read more

"I cannot recommend Shawn Viguerie highly enough. Shawn has now helped me purchase two homes in North Tacoma and his professionalism and dedication continue to impress me. Our most recent home purchase was a complicated renovation project and Shawn and his team deftly navigated us through the process, applying his skill and experience each step of the way. He helped us to coordinate building contractors, engineers, insurance providers, and lenders allowing us to purchase the perfect house for us. I will refer every friend looking to buy or sell to Shawn and 253 Reality." read more

I will try to make this short. Saadiq, We can't Thank you and 253 Realty enough for your tireless, work ethic, your dedication to do, what is best for your client, your honesty and integrity are unmatched. Home buying is stressful. However, with you on our side, we have been truly treated as if we were your only client. If you want to experience a once in a lifetime homebuying experience, Saadiq, and the team at 253 Realty are unquestionably the only people who are truly the get customer service and a love for what they do! I thank you, so very much! read more

Saadiq was extremely helpful in our search for a family home. He would always go above and beyond for us when assisting us with our search! This was extremely helpful when my fiancé was out of state for training. He would take videos and upload them for him so he could see homes that we viewed. His communication was amazing and he was always upfront with us about every home we viewed. He even meet us after our work long days, which could sometime be around 7:30-8:00pm to show us a home. Thank you so much! We could not have asked for a better realtor! read more

Mr. Shawn Viguerie is a phenomena Realtor! He is exceptionally knowledgeable about housing in the Tacoma area and was a blessing to work with. He is always positive, professional, easy to talk to, and very patient. With Shawn's assistance, my wife and I were able to find and purchase the home of our dreams with no issues, complications or stress. We recommend Mr. Viguerie to anyone who is looking to purchase or sell a home in the area. He is an incredible person and has become a friend of our family. read more

My husband and I have decided to buy a house next year. We were referred over to Alvin and we are excited to start working with him. He has answered all our questions and added other information that we need to prepare ourselves when the time comes. He is extremely knowledgeable and very much dedicated to his clients. He has a great personality and the integrity he shows just makes it less stressful and fun. We look forward to working with Alvin, as he has helped some friends and family of ours! read more

My house sold for 25k more than the asking price in 30 hours! Shawns extra care to make sure the house looked just right and the pictures adequately displayed the house. Good communicator always knew what was going on and where I was at in the process. Highly recommend, I bought my first house 11 years ago and thats when i first met Shawn and he helped me sell the same house 11 years later. Cannot put into words the high level of professionalism and the work he put in to help me sell this house. read more

Shawn and his team did an outstanding job getting my house sold. This was my first time selling a house and was living out of state. Shawn did a great job explaining the process, especially since I had tenants living in the residence at the time of sale. Shawn and his team kept me updated weekly or anytime there was movement or changes. From start to finish I couldn't ask for better experience and highly recommend Shawn and his team to anyone purchasing or selling a home in the Tacoma, WA area! read more

Shawn Viguerie and his assistant Dana are the best! I was in a position of selling a house that was part of an estate. My husband and I worked on sorting through a lot of "possessions", but finally gave up and gave Shawn the okay to list the house and sell it 'as is'. The house was listed on a Friday and we were able to choose one of the three offers on Monday and the sale closed a couple of weeks later. Very quick and painful process for me...thanks Shawn and Dana!! read more

Working with Saadiq has been amazing. He has really went above and beyond to help my family find our perfect house. Even with my crazy schedule he was able to find time to show us houses that would be of interest to us. He really listen to us to find out what our needs and wants for a home were and the end result was finding the perfect home. I would recommend him to any of my family and friends. read more