Michelle is amazing: your search for the best real estate agent ends with Michelle! I interviewed…read moremultiple real estate agents and Michelle stood out above and beyond as being the clear best! Michelle knows the market really well - she has a great pulse for what is going on, what each of the sub-neighborhoods are like, other lake/Association issues that might effect purchasing and selling, etc. Another great thing about Michelle as a buyer's agent is that she doesn't rush you into a home just so she can get a commission - I love how Michelle will point out negatives in a home that I might not notice (like deferred maintenance, water damage, etc. that I would not have noticed) because she truly is looking out for you and not just trying to quickly close a deal. Michelle truly cares about finding you the best home and will even wait months & months (or even years like she did with us!) and never complain about touring tons of homes with you until you find what is the best fit and checks all of your boxes. Michelle makes it her mission to find her clients their perfect home - and never settle! So here's the thing: I have an intense attention to detail PLUS I've had a real estate license for two-decades, so I have way high expectations when selecting a real estate agent to represent me and Michelle has exceeded all of my incredibly high expectations! I really appreciated how Michelle would photograph or video a home for me if one came on the market while I was out of town and couldn't make it up to Lake Arrowhead to view it - that is just one example of how caring she is! I also love how detail oriented & attentive Michelle is and she truly has your best interests in mind! We appreciate Michelle's experience and great judgment on if a property will be a good fit. Michelle also has studied interior design so she has a great eye for what would go well in a home you buy and for staging homes she sells. Michelle doesn't do anything less than amazing - all of her photos, marketing, pricing, everything is top notch! As a seller's agent she portrays your home in the best possible light and is really incredible at marketing. Michelle is an above and beyond agent! Even after the close of your home, Michelle has a great network of contractors that she can refer you to for maintenance or upgrades for your home. Everyone Michelle has referred me to has been top notch! Also, Michelle is just a super cool person - I enjoy spending time with her and during the process of finding us our ideal home she has become a friend! In addition to being privileged to work with the best real estate agent on the mountain, I just enjoy hanging out with Michelle! If the little details matter to you and you want an agent who you feel truly has your back & best interests in mind - then Michelle is the agent for you. We couldn't be happier with our experience because she found and secured us our dream home - and I gained a friend in the process!

We purchased a home in Lake Arrowhead this past October (2020) and Michelle was our agent. I…read morealready had a sense it was a competitive market and we couldn't afford to get into bidding wars so I knew we had to select the best agent possible to work for us. I did a lot of online research and sleuthing, a lot of the other agents in L/A seemed 'typical & vanilla', what I liked about Michelle was the way she put herself out there online, and appeared to have an excellent working knowledge of the area. We locked in Michelle immediately to begin our hunt. In a matter of weeks we saw over 20 places in Lake Arrowhead and Michelle was brutally honest at times, feelings had to be put aside as I realized that she wasn't just trying to get us into 'any' house and get us off her books, she didn't want to see us over pay or end up with something that needed more 'fixing' (hello, lipstick on a pig) than we could afford. After a number of weeks and many trips to Lake Arrowhead we found the right place for us, escrow was super smooth, Michelle and her team stayed in close contact through the entire process (much more enjoyable than our first home buying experience) We closed early. But here's the real magic with Michelle, she gave us SO MUCH intel on Lake Arrowhead, the pro's the con's and the how's and the when's on how to thrive and survive in Lake Arrowhead. We have friends that moved here 18-month before us and my Wife (Janeva) and I are informing them on things about Lake Arrowhead, on top of that we had new neighbors move in recently near us as a snow storm hit, and they were completely unprepared, their agent gave them no intel at all on the area. Michelle not only helped us secure our home that we absolutely love, but she gave us a head start to mountain living that has us years ahead of others. If you're serious about wanting to buy OR sell a property in Lake Arrowhead you would be a fool to not use Michelle, you will need to be realistic though as she'll most certainly be real with you. Thanks Michelle - th

Second time around, Melisa and her team at Will Rahill proves to be professional, prompt in all…read moretasks including texts/emails/calls, kind, personable, and knowledgeable. If you need someone to buy and/or sell a home with them (I've done both), you will be grateful in choosing them for the task, especially if Melisa is at the helm. She's wonderful and good-hearted. I call her a friend. Thank you for helping me sell quickly and at the right price!

A big THANK YOU to Melissa for successfully selling our home in record time…read more We decided to use Melissa at Rahill real estate group after having our house listed with somebody else for a while and having no success. The one complicated factor we live in Texas and this property is located in Big Bear California. Melissa was our eyes, our ears and our hands and our trusted Realtor. She treated this transaction (and us) with integrity and professionalism-- and she is kind too She kept eyes on the property and made sure to it was in good condition. She kept the property clean from pine needles. She took care of everything needing to be taken care of. She helped us determine the appropriate sales price and educated us on the market. She is quite knowledgeable in her profession. With Melissa as our Realtor, we were confident she had our best interests in mind. She was available to us whenever we needed her. She kept us "in the know", which helped this transaction to be stress free. She has a good team that she works with. I highly recommend Melissa and Rahill Real Estate, they are the best of the best!

Every agent told us to list lower. Simone told us to list higher - and she was right. Sold for full…read moreasking in 45 days, less than half the market average of ~4 months. We interviewed four of the top agents in Lake Arrowhead and asked them all the same questions. Most pushed us to price about 10% below where we ended up, focused on what buyers might not like. Simone was the only true straight shooter - honest, candid, no overselling. She saw the best in our home, came in higher than anyone else, and backed it with real data and comps. The result? We sold for exactly our list price (rare up here) in 45 days. She ran multiple open houses when other agents insisted they don't work on the mountain. Our buyer came from one of them. On top of that, Simone staged thoughtful touches (even new bedding to neutralize the rooms), and her photographer gave our listing a genuinely artistic look - the photos made the place shine! We were living in the home with our six-month-old and two cats, and Simone was intentional about setting expectations with buyers and working around our schedule. Her assistant was fantastic, and her whole team was a joy. As first-time sellers, what mattered most was how she prepped us - decisive when we needed it, clear about tradeoffs, never sugarcoating, and a sharp negotiator who made sure we were never blindsided by a buyer's request. If you're worried about picking the wrong agent, Simone is your answer. She minimizes risk, maximizes return, and is a true partner start to finish. Save yourself the headache of interviewing a dozen agents - we did that work for you. Simone and her team are the best on the mountain!

Where do I start... I will try to keep my book short. There are so many incredible things to say…read moreabout Simone! We had a real estate agent back out of showing us property because it was snowing. We drove around and Simone was holding an open house. I said, that is someone with tenacity. We walked up a huge hill where we met Simone and from that day forward she was the most kind, knowledgeable, intelligent, responsive, and thorough real estate agent we could ever ask for from start to finish. Even on the first home, we put an offer in went through all the inspections and it fell out. Simone never gave up and she found us the absolute perfect house! Not once did she ever have an attitude or show frustration of any kind through any of the transactions. She always had a sincere smile and only wanted what was best for us. I wish I could give her 10 stars, she deserves it! Simone has our highest recommendation!

Julia Bauerschmidt helped us buy our first home, and we are so incredibly grateful to her! We came…read moreto her with a shoestring budget, a lot on our wishlist, and a million questions. She answered all of our questions the same day we asked them, even on weekends (which we tried not to do, but the stress of buying a home is real!). She had so much knowledge of both real estate (mortgage questions, insurance, inspections) and neighborhoods on the mountain. She fought for us, eventually getting us our home (which we love!) for more than $20,000 under asking price plus cash for repairs. Anytime I hear of anyone wanting to buy a home on the mountain or sell, I refer them to Julia. I found myself wishing that everyone I worked with was as professional and knowledgable. She set the bar incredibly high. I can't imagine how stressful buying a house would be without someone like her in your corner. I can't recommend her highly enough.

We were really disappointed in our buying agent, Julia Bauerschmidt, of Coldwell Banker Sky Ridge…read moreRealty regarding the recent transaction of our property in Lake Arrowhead. She was not an advocate for her client. First, I had to fight to get the "as is" clause removed from the seller's counteroffer. The property was not being sold "as is". The term "as is" had never been a part of the listing, nor our offer to the seller. She lied to me about the legal implication of the term "as is" and I, the client, had to explain it to her and demand that language be removed. It was then removed and the deal proceeded. Further, the seller lied on the information statement when he checked the box, "NO" indicating that he did not have a Hero loan. He did in fact have a Hero loan on the property. This was significant because had the escrow company not caught the error, our family would have had to absorb the balance of the seller's loan. The discrepancy could have easily been discovered earlier, however, it was not apparent until after our family wired the entirety of our amount due. Only then were we made aware that the property had a loan against it. To add insult to injury, Julia defended the seller's attempt at fraud in hiding the Hero loan. She threatened that in order to get our money back, should we exercise our legal option to unwind the deal due to the fraudulent statement about the Hero loan, it would "cost us more money". That is false. A real estate agent should be an advocate for her client and get in the ring to navigate perils that may be unfamiliar to a buyer. This is not your best bet. Others are available and if I ever need to buy another property in this area, I will not choose Julia.

If you're looking for a realtor in the San Bernardino Mountains, I cannot recommend Chelsey Carroll…read moreenough! Moving our family from another state was a huge undertaking, and Chelsey went above and beyond every step of the way. Since we couldn't always be there in person, she was our eyes, ears, and advocate throughout the process. She was hands-on, highly communicative, and always available when we needed her. Chelsey is honest, knowledgeable, and hardworking. If she didn't know an answer, she found it. She handled every hiccup with professionalism and made a potentially stressful move feel much easier. What truly sets Chelsey apart is how much she genuinely cares about her clients. She always had our best interests at heart and wanted the best for our family. Even after closing, she continues to check in to see how we're doing and if we need anything. She has made it clear that she's always available to answer questions as we navigate our new mountain life, which means so much to us. I feel truly blessed that Chelsey was our agent during this major move. She had our back every step of the way, and I am incredibly grateful for everything she did for us. If you're buying a home in the San Bernardino Mountains, you'll be in excellent hands with Chelsey. five stars and more!

If you're looking for a stress free experience while searching for the cabin of your dreams, we…read morehighly recommend Chelsey. My husband and I began our search in the Big Bear area after spending time in several mountain communities, including Big Bear, Lake Arrowhead, Running Springs, and Crestline. We initially focused on the western areas (Lake Arrowhead and Runnings Springs), and from the very beginning, Chelsey made the process smooth and enjoyable. She arrived on time for every meeting, was incredibly helpful, and always upfront about the properties we could realistically visit. She was also very accommodating, during one of our tours, we even stopped to see three additional properties that weren't originally on our list. Throughout the entire process, Chelsey remained informative, patient, and attentive to our needs. Although we didn't find the right fit in the Lake Arrowhead or Running Springs areas, she gladly scheduled another day of showings in Big Bear Lake and Big Bear City. We found a few homes we liked, but ultimately, her persistence led us to a cabin that was difficult to view because of the tenants. Thanks to her coordination and dedication, we were able to tour the property, connect with the friendly tenants, and eventually purchase our very own cabin. Even during the contingency period, Chelsey stayed actively involved, consistently following up with both the seller and us to ensure everything stayed on track. What stood out most was her honesty and professionalism. If there was ever something she wasn't certain about, she never guessed or provided misleading information, instead, she took the time to research the answer and consult with colleagues when necessary. That level of integrity and thoroughness is rare and truly refreshing. We wholeheartedly recommend Chelsey to anyone looking to buy in the Lake Arrowhead or Big Bear areas. Her positive attitude, patience, organization, and dedication make her an outstanding realtor and someone you can genuinely trust throughout the home buying journey. Thank you Chelsey!!

My friend is looking for a home to purchase and I found YELP recommended Crestline Real Estate. We…read moremade an appointment and met with Rose. She is absolutely fantastic. Very accommodating to her clients and is knowledgeable in real estate. Unfortunately, from prior experiences, I know not all real estate agents are knowledgeable in their field. Which is important when you're buying in the mountains especially. She knows the area well and where it's best to purchase.

I have never been disappointed with Crestline real estate. I've used them for notarizing documents…read moreand they are always very helpful. Willing to meet me when needed. They are excellent choice if you're looking for Notary, thank you Rosemary and Miranda. Dena M.

I stumbled across Brianna right here on yelp, and man am I so glad I did. All these 5-Star reviews…read moreare for a reason people! This was my first time selling a home and she held my hand each step of the way. Brianna was able to get our home sold at asking price and it was as quick and painless as can be. I would have zero hesitation in recommending her to anyone looking to buy or sell in her area.

Friendly and professional! If you need a mountain home this is your go to. She's a local so…read morefamiliar with the area and neighborhoods can offer expert advice and recommendations.

Kim was superb - from beginning to end. We are newcomers to Arrowhead and she went way beyond the…read morerole of a Realtor, providing assistance in every conceivable aspect. She found us the right house and guided us through the process - including making great referrals for all the work we needed done.

We are from Michigan and bought a home in Lake Arrowhead, CA. Jill Dayan was our agent. She made…read morethe whole process go smooth, offering great advice, but never pressuring us in anyway. Always available for questions. This was the easier purchase we had made compared to the numerous houses we have bought over the years. Jill is the best. KPL

Barry and Sierra set the bar to how a real estate agent should be. they have vast knowledge and…read moreinvaluable advice, they have saved me a lot of money and were on top of things throughout the whole process. if you are looking for a piece of mind Barry and Sierra are the solution!

Excellent agency to work with, very professional and experienced at what they do. My agent,…read moreRachelle, was very personable and friendly, extremely responsive and kept everything moving along quickly, and made they entire process easy peasy. Highly recommend working with Rachelle or anyone at Re/Max Lakeside!

Frank was wonderful to work with. He was quick to respond to our questions, set up many property…read moreshowings and even with the extremely low inventory was able to find us a home that met our needs and we cannot wait to settle into our new Lake Arrowhead home. We would highly recommend Frank to anyone we know looking for a property in the area.

Frank made buying my dock slip incredibly painless. He was very easy to get a hold of and made…read moresure the escrow went through faster than projected even though there were a couple of difficulties with getting some of the documents transferred. I would definitely recommend him and would happily work with him in the future.