Dear Big Block! You're on boarding process and response attentiveness has been refreshing and so professional! I'm excited to be a part of Big Block and appreciate the Brokerage culture already. Afshin Safaie was quick to answer any questions I had and expedited the entire on boarding process with precision! Thanks again for everything! PS: Issac Cardona rocks! I'm thrilled to be working with him as well! read more

Filled out an application for a rental through one of their realtors, Lorena Loakes. Misrepresented the property type. Then changed the rental amounts due. She already had a tenant in place and kept showing to collect fees . I took a few hours off work, turned down another property and agreed to a credit check for nothing! Reported to DRE as well. read more

I recently learned of a very bad experience using Big Block Realty for a rental. I'd think twice before using this company.

Rude and they don't stand with people with disabilities . Long story short . Use someone else that follows federal and fair housing laws . Main lady there is super duper rude . Speaks over you and doesn't listen. Only speaks . Even hung up while I was speaking. Not worth the waste of time or energy . read more

Geneva is the worst agent I ever had. She has no follow through, she lies and sold me a house that she said needed only carpets and paint, but in reality, it needed a whole lot more. Do not, do not buy anything from her! There was a contract saying that she would share her commission with another person, that she didn't fulfill read more

Big Block Realty is a GREAT real estate brokerage. They have many experienced agents, staff, and brokers. I have really enjoyed working with them. The customer service is top notch and they have a response times to any needs is always fast. Great real estate services! read more

Big Block Realty is truly a community of experts available to help in all aspects of real estate. Whether you are just starting out, or a seasoned real estate professional, Big Block Realty has strong agents and business partnerships that support you at any stage and in any transaction. For agents just starting in Real Estate, Big Block Realty has a great mentorship program called Momentum. In the Momentum Program, new agents get top notch mentors and training in all the tools necessary for success! I am very grateful to be a member of this Big Block family. read more

Zero stars if possible. First time home buyers. This agent would ignore us for days on end. Then come to find out he was forging our signatures. Illegal and Very unprofessional. I would never recommend this specific agent to anyone. Find someone else or a different company overall. read more

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Agents provide false promises! Nicole Lora provided false promises and statements to my realtor!!!! Honestly it is very disappointing that you would give us your word to ultimately back out. Shame on you clearly your word is worthless! Sorry but next time do not make false promises for it speaks poorly on behalf of the company!!!!!! Worst Agents clearly read more

I have been a real estate agent for over 7 years. I spent the first two years at another brokerage which was great for me at the time. Once I had more experience under my belt Big Block became the perfect fit. They have the perfect balance of great training tools as well letting me be the best agent I can be for my clients. It is very easy to get a hold of anyone from the broker to the administration staff to help out with any issues that may come up in a transaction. On top of that, there is a great overall culture of people who want to be the best at what they do. Side note: I actually left for another brokerage recently and returned to Big Block within 3 months. read more

I just joined Big Block Realty a few weeks ago and have felt so welcomed! The people at this brokerage are kind, down-to-earth, professional, and seem like they really care about their agents. They host a lot of socials for their agents to get to know each other, and are always there to answer any questions. The day after my orientation, I was invited to the Annual Real Estate Fashion Show at a local Temecula Winery. It was great to meet members of BBR here. I cannot wait to see how I can grow my business with the help of Big Block Realty. read more

As a first time home buyer I had great experience with this company and specially agent that helped me through it all mark hindaia. The process was very smooth and we closed escrow in less than 12 days. They provided me with all information needed. If you are looking into buying a house I recommend checking them out. read more

I am a new agent at a Big Block, and a new real estate licensee . I have found the support and motivation to learn from this company how to become a professional agent and provide the best service to people that need help with their real estate needs . And also I want to thank my mentor Gia Blanco for been there to teach a new agent !!! read more

We purchased a home last year with Greg Martin's amazing help. If you are looking for a realtor who is accessible, fun, intelligent, knows his business, and honest, then you want Greg Martin. He also is great at listening and finding you details you didn't know you wanted. Greg Martin has great relationships with other realtors too (which speaks volumes about him and his reputation as a realtor because so many other realtors like him too) so he was always able to get questions about homes we visited answered quickly. I also don't think he sleeps because he answers texts so quickly. I can't say enough good things about Greg Martin. We were shopping in North County and Greg Martin knew a ton about the areas and good places to check out. We can't recommend him enough. We love our home! read more

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We just closed on our first home with Greg Martin and the experience could not have been better. He was communicative, knowledgeable, honest and available every step of the way. My wife and I move fast and Greg was able to keep pace with us and made himself available at a moment's notice during critical times in the process. If you're looking to buy a home in San Diego I'd highly recommend Greg. read more

I dealt with a very unprofessional agent who is now holding me hostage because she won't cancel my contract unless I pay her after a poor week of advertising $3,500 uds! Be careful with this company. read more

This last year I purchased my first home. I reached out to Greg Martin, who I met through an old coworker. When searching for a realtor I remember receiving the advice to find someone who listens to you and is genuine. From the first time I met Greg Martin, that word stuck with me. Genuine. Greg is dedicated, honest, hardworking, and above all he is genuine. When I lost hope on the only home I wanted after seeing several different places, Greg told me it was possible the other offer that beat mine might fall through, but he was also very honest that I may not get this particular home. I asked him to keep checking back to see if the original party's offer didn't pull through. For what felt to me like months, but in reality was close to a week or so, Greg relentlessly reassured me. And as luck and Greg's persistence would prove, the other party backed out and my offer was accepted! Greg kept an incredibly calm demeanor during what I felt was such a very intense time, and he never made me feel as if I was overreacting to any particular situation (even if I was). Greg's positivity and patience when dealing with my, at times, very particular family members was also noteworthy. I am in love with my new home. And I am so grateful to have such a wonderful place to plant my life in. My experience with Greg was everything I could have wanted for buying my first home. I highly recommend Greg Martin to anyone searching for a realtor that genuinely cares about doing what is right for his clients. This was one of the best decisions in my life! read more

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Buying our first home seemed like an impossible journey. Greg Martin explained everything to us, was patient, informative, and fun to work with! We are forever thankful to him and love love love our new home!!! read more

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From the time I signed on with them up until the time I got tired of being jerked around, Big Block has exhibited not only a pattern of uber-incompetence, but it is a culture of uber-incompetence. It took them two weeks to send my RE Association the necessary paperwork confirming that they were my broker of record. It costed me three deals that my clients were waiting for me to write up so we could enter escrow.... They got tired of waiting for my new incompetent brokerage to get their act together and finally went somewhere else...I forgave it, because; after all, we all make mistakes, right? Well, then I get a phone call from someone in the BBR admin dept. She called me, mistakenly thinking I was her supervisor, and all she did was complain about me! I listened intently to her babble on and on about me and how upset I was, and then when she got no response.. she thought the call disconnected and asked if anyone was on the other end of the line... I said, "Yes, there is-- I am Maria... the one you have been complaining about for the last ten minutes." All she said was, "My Bad?" Then in August, I had my first escrow with them and it is mandatory that you use their assigned TC for the first three transactions... I sent all the paperwork to the TC.. and she dragged her feet through the whole thing.. I had to take care of the the deal myself because she moved so slow and we were on a very tight escrow timeline... My client was receiving and signing doubles of all the paperwork because the TC was always a few days behind me on the paperwork... The next deal... the TC went completely AWOL... I did the whole thing myself..but at the end of the escrow, BBR wouldn't pay me until I got their TC involved... this TC got paid $395 for basically entering all my paperwork into my back-agent, when I could have done that myself... The new TC got involved with the transaction on the day of the closing of escrow... She made it very difficult for me to get paid and had escrow send the full commission check to Big Block Realty... when I finally jumped through all of their hoops and got paid (6 days after escrow closed), they shorted me by $810... When I asked for an itemized breakdown of the payout.. they told me they overpaid me on the previous escrow and were charging me on this current escrow... then they said they were taking more than the agreed upon 50% commission for the first three transactions because they have a $2500 minimum... so I was shorted close to $1000... Enough is enough!....I found another brokerage immediately... So happy I did! Big Block has been nothing but a money sucking, client killing steamroller, squeezing out every penny they can get away with taking and killing my business with their incompetence. I don't think they can get it right if their licenses depended on it... So, so happy with my new brokerage... They watch my back and make sure I am well taken care of... Oh, and they also pay 100% commission. They don't take 50% of your first three transactions, nor do they jerk you around.. They charge a flat transaction fee of $375, they also charge $135 E&O, and $125 insurance... the rest is yours! And your commercial deals you can expect 90% commissions! I am so glad that it didn't work out with BBR... All those incidents led me to a great brokerage! Yes, around very cloud there is a silver lining!!! read more

I met Greg Martin at an open house. He was very sincere and professional. I ended up making an offer and went through escrow. At each step of the process, he worked quickly to resolve any issue and had good advice. I felt he represented me well during the process. I highly recommend Greg to be your rea read more

This review is from a realtor who has worked at Big Block Realty for almost 10 years. Big Block Realty is ​the best brokerage in my 20 years in the field. I really enjoy being a part of ​it.​ ​They provide all the training​ and support necessary​ for  either new or seasoned agents​. ​Management team is super responsive, flexible  and caring.  ​They fully equip us with cutting edge technology.  I am always proud to be affiliated with ​BBR. read more

I love Big Block Realty!! THey have great training, a fair fee structure and a fun atmosphere! I highly recommend it!!! I have been there for 3 years now and I am very happy !! read more

Simply the best real estate experience. My clients are thrilled with the treatment they receive from the beginning opening of escrow to closing day when they receive the keys to their new home. read more

After looking a many Big Block homes, we have now expected great pictures on-line, but these homes are over-priced and " repairs" are cheap. Tiles in bathrooms are plastics. Painting is poor quality, often to hide flaws, cracks etc. Floors are usually redone to catch buyer's eye in the pictures with laminate. BUYERE BEWARE. Sale histories note recent sales [ to big block] at a low price and magically, a few months later the house is now for sale for hundreds of thousands of dollars more. if buyer makes an offer, prepare for a timely return for signature, then they'll ask to place your bid In a "Bidding war." And May the Best bid win. BUYER BEWARE. OVER-PRICED. CHEAP REPAIRS OR UP-DATES. WAIT PERIOD FOR RESPONSE TO YOUR OFFER. THE GRAND FINALE: THE BIDDING WAR! read more

I am so glad to have made the move to Big Block Realty three years ago! Incredible atmosphere, awesome training both for seasoned agents and newbies!! When I came on board BBR was celebrating their 550th agent recruit. We re now over 1100 strong!! Not to mention our friend Kristina at the concierge desk is incredible. read more

My husband and I worked happily with Greg Martin (619.952.4145) for a number of months before finding the right house here in San Diego! He was recommended by two friends who had worked with Greg and recently purchased their first home. He was very patient with us as our preferences evolved over time, and was incredibly flexible and readily available when it came to viewing properties all over San Diego and East County - many with less than 24 hours notice. We'll be happy to work with Greg in the future when needed and recommend him to anyone buying or selling! read more

I'm very impressed with the customer service at this agency. I was having an issue with a realtor that was being dishonest to his buyers and when I looked him up, it originally said he worked at this office (he no longer does) so I called to explain the matter. We confirmed very early on that he was no longer working with them and they took their time looking up his current info so I can get in contact with him. I was surprised how thorough they were and respect their high standards for their realtors. read more

Greg Martin's local market knowledge, helpful positive attitude and proactive approach made my search and purchase stress free. Greg was willing to hunt down the right opportunities and look at properties that he knew wasn't for me, but wanted to make sure I was confident in my purchase decision at the end of the day. read more

I love Big Block Realty!! I have been with them for 7 years now and they have the best training and support in town. I just attended the Best Real Estate Conference sponsored by Big Block Realty last week and am so excited about implementing the training we have received. Big Block has great legal support and an incredible fee structure. There is no better place to work for! read more

I love working at Big Block! They are a great brokerage offering a wide variety of online or in person classes. The owners encourage their agents to achieve their goals and have special events where we have access to the best people in real estate, marketing, etc. They also have great agent fee splits and a good variety of support businesses should we need it. I've worked at several brokerages and I highly recommend them! read more

Big Block has the best support and fee structures for their agents and that's why I've been with them for over 5 years. The legal support team really came through on my last deal by offering expert advise in a difficult tenant situation saving my clients thousands of dollars. In this market, your brokerage matters, and Big Block has always come through for me so I can help my clients succeed. Highly recommended. read more

Greg Martin made it so easy to purchase my condo. He was always incredibly responsive and let me know whenever there was something that needed to be done or signed. We looked at several places before finally finding the perfect fit. Greg Martin was always positive and even recommended the lender that I used - who was also awesome! Even after purchasing the condo, Greg had recommendations for all of the work that I wanted to do! I'll definitely use Greg Martin when it is time to sell (if ever) and when purchasing my next place. read more

Working at Big Block Realty was my first ever receptionist job. I worked here for almost a full year as Agent Concierge until I moved. I worked at the corporate office which included the CEO, President and Vice President. This job taught me a lot of things and though there were stressful or challenging times like in any job, it really did help me grow as a person and as an employee. If you are someone who really enjoys customer service and working with people then this job is for you. You could be apart of the BBR family read more

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Greg Martin hustles. That's all there is to it. He works hard, is super responsive, and clearly knows what he's doing. Greg has great connections for staging and photography which helped with the sale of my property quickly even during a pandemic! Greg also leverages his network to great effect and even some of my neighbors became Greg fans during the sale. He's just an all around good guy! If you're a seller, he's going to work his butt off to get your property sold for top dollar... If you're a buyer, he'll do whatever it takes to find you what you're looking for. I know this because that's how we connected. Greg was searching for a property for a client and reached out to me with a cold call to see if I was interested in selling. Now that's dedication! read more

I worked with one of their agents. He was abusive, intimidating and threatening. I did not sell the house. I did not want to work with him again. He threatened to sue me. I have flipped 19 houses. My mother was a broker. This guy is a grifter. read more

So proud to be an agent at Big Block, since 2016! They THINK BIG, support their agents and have great training - every week - all with low brokerage fees! read more

Greg Martin was great! I hardly had to worry about anything, and he maintained constant communication with me at all times. At no point was there any unexpected issues or obstacles that he didnt handle. I'd recommend him to anyone looking to buy or sell their home. read more

We spent well over 6 months looking a for a good realtor until we came across Greg Martin. We met him at a local restaurant and he spent hours answering questions and providing information. Every time we saw a house we liked he would provide comps in the area which was extremely helpful. When we found our beautiful house we were blown away, and when we put an offer, his amazing negotiating skills allowed us to pay 0 closing costs. It was our first time buying a home, but we will surely call him once we are ready to buy again! read more

Going to keep this short and sweet. As a first-time home buyer, working with Greg was extremely easy. He's very responsive and was able to guide me through the process the entire time, no matter how many times I probably asked the same question with three switched out words. It was a pleasure to work with Greg and I hope to work with him in the future. read more

Greg Martin is the best realtor of all time! We were first time home buyers and he spent so much time with us making sure we understood each step of the home buying process. He set up showings quickly and responded to all our questions, no matter what. He has a reference for every pre and post home buying experience. We couldn't have asked for a better realtor and will definitely work with him again if we even need another home in San Diego! read more