Maggie and Gina were absolutely amazing to work with. They helped my husband and I buy our first…read morehome in Torrance and we couldn't have done it without them. They were always quick to respond to our questions and followed up with our lender/escrow/others to ensure we could get everything processed as soon as possible. They held our hand every step of the way. Would definitely recommend them to my friends and family!

As a first-time homebuyer, I couldn't have asked for a better real estate team. From the very…read morebeginning, they took the time to understand what I was looking for and guided me through every step of the process with patience, professionalism, and genuine care. A special shoutout to Maggie and Jaime for always being available, even during evenings and weekends, and for making communication so easy with their prompt responses. Their knowledge, attention to detail, and negotiation skills were truly outstanding. Not only did they help me purchase my home below the listing price, but they also negotiated an incredible amount of repairs that exceeded my expectations. Thank you to Maggie, Jaime, and the entire team for making the process feel smooth and enjoyable. Purchasing my first home is a milestone I'll always cherish, and I couldn't have done it without this team. I highly recommend this team to anyone looking for knowledgeable, responsive, and trustworthy real estate professionals!

I had a great home buying experience working with Alyssa. From the first time I reached out to her,…read moreshe was consistently helpful and had great communication. My partner and I were first time homebuyers and didn't know anything about the process. I met with Alyssa and she walked me through the basics in a way that I could easily understand. She got us set up with the Compass app so we could search for homes through the app and let her know ones we were interested in. For every home, she followed up with the seller's realtor to get the status of the home. She went with us to open houses or set up private showings. It's such a big purchase, and having someone knowledgeable about what to look out for was super helpful. She let us know pros and cons for the homes we looked at and it really helped us make a decision. Once we found a house we loved, she put in the offer and took charge from there, which I appreciated. She explained the steps in escrow and kept us updated along the way. We had to counter offer and her advice on was probably what got our offer accepted! Alyssa helped set up the home inspections, plus contractor inspections to get quotes for repairs. I didn't have any experience with this, so being able to rely on her and her trusted contacts was invaluable. The closing process was very smooth and we ended up with a great house. The whole Ito Orio group were great throughout the entire journey - always sending updates, getting signatures, communicating with all the parties, everything was seamless. They all made the process super easy and I'm especially thankful to have had Alyssa's guidance during the process.

We had the pleasure to work with Scott Hamada as our real estate agent when looking to purchase a…read morehome in Torrance. My husband and I initially were looking on our own and were having such a difficult time due to the craziness of the housing market recently. Once we were connected with Scott, everything was less stressful and he was able to help us navigate the home-buying process from start to finish. My husband and I also are not originally from the South Bay area so having someone who grew up here and is familiar with the area was extremely helpful! Communication: Easy peasy! Scott was always easy to reach and promptly replied if any questions came up. Expertise: Scott was able to answer any questions that we came up with based on his knowledge and previous experience. He was able to clearly explain the process and paperwork to us non-real estate folk and provided us with insight throughout the entire process. Overall, we had a great experience working with Scott! He is so friendly, easy to work with, and gets the job done! We honestly do not know if we would be able to have purchased a home without his assistance. We highly recommend working with Scott!!! Thank you so much, Scott and the Ito Orio group!

Best experience I have EVER had working with any real estate agent or Realtor!!…read more I've bought/sold two homes in the past working with at least 3 Realtors through the process and Liz and her team delivered the best experience BY FAR! My wife and I worked with Liz on the purchase of our new dream house in Orange County. From the start she was going above and beyond what we were expecting. We called rather suddenly when a property showed up on the market and scheduled to go see it with her. We weren't seriously looking before this. By the time we got to the property she and her team already had a good understanding of the history of the listing and were working comps real time to give us a clear understanding of what fair market value would be. Even adjusting it for what we were seeing in person at the property. We weren't certain if it was more of a buyer's market or a seller's market as it had been a seller's market for so long, but she explained the current conditions/trends of what she was seeing in the area and gave us EXCELLENT advice every step of the way. But she was also never pushy. She ultimately left it up to us to make the decision with the information she provided. We trusted her expertise and it absolutely paid off, literally. We got a deal on the property that we are very happy with. She offered great advice on everything from prices, timing, and even when to potentially walk away. Liz has a team of people that really seem to communicate as a team, not just a group of individuals working under the same company name. In passing conversations Liz talked about how she and her team work together, and it does seem like they get to share in each others expertise and experiences to develop a good understanding of the market. Liz also talked about what she does to train her team, and she seems like a great leader. No one looks left behind to fend for themselves, and it seems very structured so that everyone has support and training to deliver great customer service. Liz has a great reputation in the area which I think was a huge benefit in our case. The seller's Realtor already knew Liz and trusted her. We happened to meet the seller's Realtor, and even without Liz present, the seller's Realtor had nothing but great things to say about their interactions. Her expertise really does seem to be in demand as she seemed to be giving seminars or talks to audiences even outside of her team. Even with her busy schedule it never really impacted the scheduling of events at our home. She always still met us at the property for events like home inspections, walk throughs, and giving us the keys to the property. She always provided great communication and was very responsive whether it was through e-mail, calls or texts to help answer questions. I can be "particular" (picky) about some things and whenever I brought up a question or concern, no matter how small, she never dismissed it or tried to excuse it as something I didn't need to worry about. She took my concerns seriously and got them addressed. Out of everything, I think this is what I am most grateful for as it kept me comfortable working with her and I never felt like she was just trying to "close a deal", which was my preconceived notion of Realtors unfortunately. She really does seem to care for her clients and making sure they are happy. I would 100% work with Liz again!

We first engaged Liz and her team in 2012 and have received exemplary service from them. Here's…read morewhat you get: extraordinary and clear communication for all your questions and concerns, access to numerous listings tailored to your search criteria, reliable appointments with zero no-shows or excuses, and a brilliant guide to help you find what you need. The experience, knowledge, and service is superior to all others we've seen. At no point over the years did we feel pressured to act or unprioritized. Liz and Jessica were instrumental in our latest search and got the deal done to our satisfaction. It doesn't matter whether you're a first time renter, buyer, or seller, you'll be in great hands here.

Simply stated, Tiana Calloway is a stellar real estate agent, and here's why…read more She is very knowledgeable and well versed about the industry as a whole. I'm exploring the investment aspect of the market, and Tiana's professional insight and guidance has been so helpful for me as I make important, yet very informed decisions. It is evident during our meetings that she is passionate about real estate, and she studies the industry from all angles. Tiana's attentiveness and attention to detail has helped build a strong and effect working relationship during the RE buying process. She makes it a point to do check-ins and tailors the process to meet your needs. What really impressed me is that she takes educating her clients seriously. I have gained valuable knowledge from her coaching on financial literacy and investments that I will be able to utilize well past the end of my home buying process. I can appreciate an agent who is willing to invest in their clients, and make sure their home buying experience is profitable in every aspect. Without reservations, I would recommend Tianna Calloway's services.

I was able to attend the "Enhancing Your Financial Literacy" event that Tiana hosted on July 27th…read more I was excited to see all the experts and resources she made available to educate the attendees on different aspects of real estate and purchasing a property, as well as protecting your assets through property, life, and disability insurance. I found her to not only be pleasant and welcoming, but serious about helping people through her vast expertise in real estate and her network. Tiana is detail-oriented, prompt, and knowledgeable. I was able to see that through this event and interaction with her which is why I decided for her to be my real estate agent when I purchase my first property. I look forward to working with her.

Derek and Mia were absolutely fantastic to work with -- we could not have asked for a better team…read moreto help us navigate buying our first home. From our very first consultation call, my wife and I knew this team would be the ones to get the job done and would go above and beyond to represent us in a highly competitive real estate market. There was never any pressure from them. We could move as fast or as slowly as we wanted, and they respected our pace every step of the way. They were always available and accommodating when it came to showings and open houses. What we appreciated most was their honest and insightful opinions about the properties we toured -- details that only experienced realtors would notice, and things you might never even consider as a first-time home buyer. They are always available to hop on a call and quickly respond to texts for any question (trust me we had a lot). When we finally found a home we loved, they walked us through the offer process and helped us craft a competitive offer that allowed us to stand out. Escrow was completely stress-free, as they arranged inspections and coordinated everything so seamlessly. There was a small hiccup the day before our closing -- through no fault of this team whatsoever -- but they were immediately on top of it, working swiftly with our lender, escrow agency, and insurance agent to ensure we closed right on schedule. We are extremely grateful for the care, dedication, and guidance the team at Hirano Homes provided throughout the entire process. I highly recommend working with them, and I am so glad we did -- because we ended up with the perfect home for us!

We had such a pleasurable experience working with Hirano Homes. We met with Mia and Derek at their…read moreoffice and went over all our questions and criteria for finding a new home - they were both super knowledgeable of the area we were looking at and were able to make suggestions on the fly, just by looking at the map. This was extremely helpful as I was not as familiar with the area compared to my husband or them. Mia was our main point of contact and helped us schedule tours and answer any questions we had about properties or the home buying process in general. Mia was amazing and called the listing agents within a day of us sending her the listings and was able to schedule tours within the next day or two. She goes above and beyond and would visit the property prior so she can point things out to us when we walk through. If that wasn't possible, she would extensively research it and ask the listing agent about it to make sure she was well-informed and able to answer all our questions. We were first-time homebuyers and everyone at Hirano Homes - Mia, Derek, Rojo - made the process so seamless. It moved very quickly, but they made it easy and manageable for us. We would definitely work with them again and highly recommend them to others!!

Ramon taught FPU at church and we really learned a lot. He was a great teacher and was very…read moreknowledgeable.

We had the pleasure of working with Ramon to sell our condo in Downtown Long Beach, and we truly…read morecould not have asked for a better experience. We first connected with Ramon in 2025 when we were considering selling our home. After several conversations, we realized we were not yet financially ready to move forward. Even though Ramon had already invested time and effort into helping us evaluate our options, he never made us feel pressured or guilty about our decision. He remained supportive and checked in periodically throughout the year without ever being pushy. A year later, when we were finally ready to sell, choosing Ramon and his team was an easy decision. From start to finish, the entire team was incredibly communicative and professional. They created a group chat with my husband and me, which made it easy to stay informed, ask questions, and receive updates throughout the process. Ramon and his team also did an excellent job coordinating showings. They ensured we had the ability to approve or decline requests based on our schedule and convenience, which gave us time to prepare and made the process much less stressful. When we eventually received an offer, due to our personal financial circumstances we were facing the possibility of bringing money to closing. (This situation was entirely unrelated to Ramon or his team and was simply the result of not having paid down enough of our mortgage) Ramon was generous enough to voluntarily reduce his commission, which helped us walk away from the sale with money in our pockets. That act alone speaks volumes about his character, integrity, and commitment to his clients. Ramon genuinely cares about the people he represents and consistently puts their best interests first. Despite a slower condo market in our area, he successfully got our property sold and guided us through every challenge with professionalism and compassion. We are incredibly grateful for all of the hard work, dedication, and support that Ramon and his team provided!

I wish I could give Beatrix and the Whipple Group 10 out of 5 stars. The entire team is…read moreexceptionally professional and deeply knowledgeable about the real estate market. Beatrix, in particular, was a lifesaver as we navigated the transition from our condo to our first home after our son was born. She helped us find the perfect house within the exact timeframe we needed, meeting every requirement we asked for. She then guided us through an extremely challenging condo market and ensured we were still able to maintain our home equity despite difficult selling conditions. Most importantly, throughout the entire process, Beatrix was a dedicated support and confidant. She made what could have been an overwhelming and stressful experience so much more manageable. We always felt truly heard, supported, and informed. She never missed a response, no matter the time, and was always available, even on nights and weekends. When I say she works overtime, it is truly an understatement. The videos Beatrix provided and her weekly market updates were incredibly helpful. She took the time to explain market trends and compare our property to others so we could make confident, well-informed decisions while both buying and selling. Beatrix will forever be our realtor, and we will absolutely continue to rely on her expertise through every future real estate transition. We recommend her wholeheartedly to friends and family for her professionalism, dedication, and genuine character. If you are looking for a realtor who will truly treat you like family, Beatrix and the Whipple Group are it. We can't imagine navigating the past year of buying our new home and selling our beloved condo with anyone else.

We interviewed 3 realtors. We honestly were not looking forward to the hassles that come with…read moreselling a home. I found the Whipple group on Yelp. Called and made an appt. These reviews are all true! I chose Beatrix the minute I met her. So knowledgeable and fast! I loved her from the very second I met her! This lady is the real deal! Class act all the way! Highly recommend her! You will be leaving a positive review too! Sold our Lakewood home within 20 days and 35k over asking! She knows her stuff! She made it all look so easy! She isn't pushy, very open minded! Considerate to all! Her staff is excellent as well! She will be our realtor of choice always!

Christy is an outstanding realtor. Her years of experience shows since she totally knows all the…read moreins and outs of selling a home. Her customer service and communication skills are unsurpassed. Christy is the best and is highly recommended.

A colleague referred me to Christie and I was throughly impressed with her work ethic. This is my…read morefirst time buying a home and I was a bit nervous during this sellers market but Christie made me feel very comfortable and made sure we made competitive offers. She is knowledgeable and walked me through each step making this process effortlessly smooth. I would definitely recommend Christie for all real estate transactions.

Sold my house with Jack and got me waaaaaaay more then we asked for it!…read moreWe are haaaaapy! Now I know why everyone in South Bay are using him!

I don't know where to start on this one. Jack is operating so far outside the realm of my…read moreexperience with other realtors that giving him five stars feels like an insult to the guy. It's just a fact that the low barrier to entry makes a lot of realtors a dime-a-dozen. This is especially true in hot areas where demand outpaces supply. It's the absolute truest in an area like South Bay (the one true South Bay; go home Silicon Valley, you're drunk), where houses get snatched up in an instant, and buyers are willing to do insane stuff to get their offers accepted. In markets like this, a lot of buyers may ask, "Why would I even need a realtor?" Let me tell you why: because the needle-in-a-haystack realtors like Jack Mangin make even the most chaotic and fast-paced market feel like a leisurely browse through a farmers market. I found Jack on Yelp, and he was the first realtor to call me back immediately. That never changed throughout our buying process. Jack is savvy in every respect, and truly listened to our priorities. He predicted issues and took proactive approaches to prevent those issues from becoming problems for us. He stayed positive and optimistic--even when I changed my mind a million times and couldn't decide what I cared about. Jack is thorough, personable, candid, smart, reliable, and works his butt off for his clients. We were dealing with a purchase from out-of-state, so our situation had all sorts of inconveniences he had to work around--flights, time differences, schedule coordinating. He did it all with a smile and never faltered in any part of the process. He kept things moving so that things stayed smooth--nothing was ever a rush on our end, and we were never kept waiting on anything. He still checks in with us even though we closed over three months ago. He's a solid 100, and I cannot recommend him enough. Jack is our buddy for life now!

Angela is out of this world amazing. A phenomenal realtor and just an overall phenomenal human…read morebeing. Angela walked me through every step of the home buying process. She listened to all of my wants and needs. As a first time homeowner, I was very ignorant to so much in this regard. Yet, Angela went above and beyond in every aspect. She found properties with all my wants and needs in mind. She drove me to and from every property, gave insight to the surrounding area, provided multiple first time homeowner programs, connected me with different lenders, a notary agent, inspection companies, appraisal companies, and linked me to the most wonderful escrow company. Any need I had she fulfilled. Even after closing Angela continued to be a major source of support in my renovation process. She connected me with contractors, HVAC specialists, painters, dry wall installers, and the list goes on. Angela made my home buying process a seamless one that I will forever cherish. I am beyond thankful for Angela's customer care, kind heart, upbeat spirit, and endless knowledge. Did I mention that Angela also has expertise in insurance? Do yourself a favor and call on Angela. You'll be so happy you did. I know I am. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for everything, Angela. You're an Angel.

From the owner: I am a people-person. Everything I do comes from the heart. We never know where a person is in…read moretheir life's journey. I am fluent in foreclosures (I was once there, who better to help you navigate this process?), short sales, probate, relocation, military, relocation, REOs, divorces and commercial properties. What I do not know, I will get you the answer. Goal: to overdeliver and under promise. I am here for your notary needs as well.