Nicole and Carol are a great team and we highly recommend that you choose them as your trusted real…read moreestate agents! We started working with Nicole over two years ago as a referral from a close friend who spoke very highly of her. As first time home buyers, my husband and I were basically clueless and had no idea just how complex the Bay Area real estate market is. Nicole helped us navigate these waters with ease, and educated us about the complexities of disclosure packets and purchase contracts well in advance so that when the time finally came, we'd be familiar with such detailed documents. Pre-covid, Nicole spent an entire Saturday driving us to houses in various neighborhoods so that we could see what different cities offered and to help us narrow down our home search based on what we saw. We also attended several open houses together and she always kept an eye out for homes that fit our criteria and attended broker tours on our behalf. We also continued working with Nicole throughout the pandemic and experienced first hand how the original interaction model had to change. Without any open houses, I felt like Nicole had to pour even more time into our search because covid policies required individual appointments to view each home. Nicole was patient with us as we viewed what seemed like 20+ homes during a nine month period. She is respectful of your opinions, but will also share her professional opinion when requested. We ultimately found a home and throughout the entire closing process, not only did Nicole help us, but so did her team. We were in the best of hands and there weren't any hiccups. Together, this team guided us every step of the way with constant communication. DocuSign was used to electronically sign all documents and keys were left in a lockbox when the home was officially ours! In fact, with their help, we were able to close a week earlier than expected! As you can tell, we obviously spent a lot of time with Nicole (she was stuck with us for two years!) and we enjoyed every minute of it. She's great to be around and extremely insightful. Finally, I want to share a story from when my husband and I first started going to open houses a few years ago. When we told other agents who our realtors were (we just would say "carol and Nicole") and they *always* knew who we were talking about. Nicole and Carol have created a reputation that is built upon trust, professionalism and extensive market-specific knowledge.

I'm a first time homebuyer and had the best experience with Nicole who helped me purchase my first…read morehome. I was working with a different agent previously and it was not a good relationship, but switched over to have Nicole assist me after recommendations from people at work. Nicole was super patient and took me around to view multiple listings on our first appointment. She was super knowledgeable about the area having more than 20 years of experience. She also walked me through all that I needed to know as a first time buyer, and quickly built trust and made me feel comfortable with her representing me. At every step of the process, she personally walked me through it, explaining to me what all the documents in the housing disclosure package were for, and what I should be looking out for. Most importantly, she was always on my side. Nicole and Carol work together as team and I can't recommend them enough! I will definitely be working with them again in future!

Heather and I met through a referral from a co-worker. She was informative and answered all of our…read morequestions we had as first time home buyers. She was patient as our location and price preferences evolved and offered advice along the way. We toured homes together in Belmont, Redwood City, San Carlos, Santa Clara, and San Jose. Despite the wide range, Heather knew the pros and cons of each property. Her knowledge and expertise allowed us to write strong offers that were fair for both buyer and sellers. When it came time to close, Heather was there to resolve any hiccups along the way and ensured we made it to the finish line. Thank you Heather! RS & KL

Heather was an absolute dream to work with. She was so patient with my mother in helping her…read morenavigate this huge transition of selling her home of 30 years. She was creative and insightful in her marketing and getting her the best outcome possible. We also couldn't have gotten her home ready without Heather. Truly amazing and highly recommended!

We've worked with Sunny Kim and David Chung twice now, and they have our highest recommendation. In…read more2018, they helped us buy our Mountain View home off-market at a great price in a really competitive market. When it came time to sell that same home earlier this year, going back to them was a no-brainer. They brought in an incredible crew of vendors - inspections, staging, landscaping, painting, and repairs - and completely transformed the place. Sunny and David handled the whole prep process from start to finish, so all we had to do was move our things out. Their pricing and marketing strategy brought in massive interest, which led to 16 offers and a record-breaking sale price for our neighborhood with a fast, smooth close. They are sharp negotiators, deeply knowledgeable about local market dynamics, and great to work with on both the buy and sell sides.

Sunny and David delivered the best outcome possible for a seller, an all cash offer exactly within…read moreour expected range. They walked us through all the steps, including prepping the house with major upgrades, setting sales price expectations, timing the market, basically a rock solid well rounded house sale package that works! They offer a fully integrated process, finding contractors, staging, marketing material. We were very impressed with the level of professionalism and the results.

We worked with Alex to sell our home in Los Altos and had an outstanding experience from start to…read morefinish. Alex brings deep expertise in the local real estate market--he gave us smart, honest advice on pricing and timing, and really understood the nuances of what would drive interest in our specific home. He clearly knows what buyers in this area are looking for and helped us position our home to maximize appeal. His strategy was spot-on, and we felt confident at every step that we were in the hands of someone who truly understands how to optimize outcomes for sellers. What also stood out was Alex's strong network--he knows the local agents and was able to leverage those relationships to connect with motivated buyers early in the process. Thanks to his efforts, the sale went smoothly and exceeded our expectations. Highly recommend working with him if you're thinking of selling in Los Altos or the surrounding area.

I purchased my current home with Rainmaker about a decade ago! Alex paired me with the right…read moreperson on his team to work with. I always felt I could go to either of them with questions and concerns. Through the years, we've stayed loosely in touch. Recently I asked Alex his thoughts on a second property, sharing my concerns and parameters. He had/has really good ideas, has experience with handling different situations, and I didn't/don't feel at all pressured to purchase. When it comes, hoping the second time goes just as well!

Greg was stellar as our buyers' agent and secured us a great home off market. He navigated the…read morenegotiations to land us our dream home in the perfect neighborhood and knew all the right questions to ask. His years of experience were evident and so appreciated. Highly recommend!

Highly Recommended - Exceptional Service from Greg Stange I…read moreworked with Greg Stange to sell my home at 285 Alta Vista Way in Daly City, CA, and the experience exceeded all expectations. Greg's expertise, professionalism, and attention to detail made the entire process smooth and stress-free. From prepping the home to navigating negotiations, Greg was proactive, responsive, and incredibly knowledgeable about the local market. What truly set Greg apart was his genuine care and clear communication. I always felt informed, supported, and confident throughout each stage. Thanks to his strategic approach and dedication, the home sold quickly--and for a fantastic price. If you're looking for a real estate agent who delivers outstanding results while treating you like a priority, Greg Stange is the one to call.

We worked with Mike who helped us buy our first home. He's very friendly, responsive, and helped us…read moreunderstand which homes might be the best for our current situation and might retain its property value overtime. He's very responsive and will negotiate honestly on your behalf for the lowest price as a buyer.

Kevin and KEI Realty helped us win our home in a very competitive market. They advised us to make a…read moresmart preemptive offer, then worked the details directly with the listing agent to get it accepted before the offer deadline. Their strategy and negotiation made all the difference. Throughout the process they were professional, knowledgeable, and quick to respond. We always felt represented and informed. The purchase was smooth from start to finish, and we are grateful we chose Kevin to lead the way.

In life, people encounter significant incidents and events. Some people say they are lucky to have…read morethose events. Some might say it is all coincidence. The others might not even recognize those blessings. In the course of my life, I have met many wonderful people who have engraved indelible memories in me. Meeting Lan Bowling was one of the significant events I cherish. Although my friend encouraged me to talk to her and passionately said how great she was, I reluctantly contacted her because of our last experience with a real-estate agent. My husband and I had been looking for a new house for a year, but we had a hard time discovering a new home. Having two-year-old twins was our prime reason to move to a bigger place where our twins could play in the house without worrying about bothering our neighbors. Furthermore, staying in Mountain View was crucial for my husband's work and my business. Our first meeting was on the phone. She asked us questions to understand what we needed. We told her about our budget, location, the size of a house, the reason for moving, and our concerns. Listening to our unceasing questions, LAN answered all the questions and guided us about what we should do. After talking to her, we felt hopeful. About thirty minutes after our conversation, Lan called us to inform us about some places we should consider. We liked one place, but the price was beyond our budget. We asked Lan if we'd like to put an offer below the asking price. She explained the value of the place and the rejection we would have, yet she prepared all the paperwork for us to move forward. As she explained to us, our offer was rejected. After more searching, we found one place, but she pointed out some issues we might encounter. She even remembered all the things we had told her and reminded us to make sure we were making the right decision. After several attempts to claim our future home, Lan went to all the places without us to evaluate the properties to enlighten us about their pros and cons. With our limited budget, we almost moved to a different area, far from Mountain View. However, Lan reminded us about what was most important to us. Thanks to Lan, we found our beautiful home, where we enjoy living and raising our twins. Along with finding our dream home, Lan helped us with her professional knowledge and genuine care. It was a great blessing for us to meet Lan, who shared her heartfelt help.

Lan is an exceptional realtor. We worked with her as our buyer's agent, and highly recommend her to…read moreanyone who is looking for a realtor for the Palo Alto and Los Altos areas. Overall, she not only cares for us as a realtor, but she truly treats us as her own family (our kids love her and always ask us when we can see her again!) She would proactively screen properties for us, noting which properties she felt would be worth us visiting in person to help us decide whether or not we would want to put an offer. She is deeply knowledgeable about Palo Alto and Los Altos, and knows exactly which streets / areas have which nuances, pros and cons, and other things that we might want to consider. When we went to open houses with her, she would pay a lot of attention to small details and note things that are easily fixed or things that would cost more time/money to solve. During the house buying process, Lan truly considers what is suitable for your family and your specific situation. She also has high integrity, and truly spends her highest effort to secure your desired property for the lowest possible price (she doesn't wish for her clients to overpay for properties). She responds to all texts and calls in an extremely timely manner, which is imperative in house buying situations as buyers/sellers may be very nervous. She spent hours discussing various properties with us, as well as things we should consider etc. when looking at a specific property. During the day in which we gave our offer, Lan and John were very prompt in preparing everything we needed, and we would not have been able to secure the property we liked if it weren't for Lan's superior negotiation skills. Even after we successfully closed, Lan continues to offer us guidance on recommending arborists, contractors, handymen, etc. as we prepare to move into our new home. We still keep in frequent contact with her and I highly recommend her to anyone who is looking to buy or sell their home. She treats all her clients with extreme care, like her own family.

We bought a house in the peninsula and sold our previous one with Mini. She was fantastic to work…read morewith. She knows the market, has the right network, never pushes, has good connections for home renovations and loan officers, and overall just made the process very easy. We found our right home in a couple of months of working with her and she got the house for us!! The selling process was also very seamless with her. She sat down with us to fill out the forms and helped every way along the process. I 100% recommend Mini to all my friends in the area.

Incredible Real Estate Agent! Best in class, empathetic, competent, sweet, and a shark when needed…read morewhile negotiating. Her team of staging and prepping the home was incredible and efficient. I highly recommend Mini Kalkat.

This was our first time selling a house, and honestly we were a bit nervous going in. We worked…read morewith Audrey at DeLeon Realty this summer to sell our hom in Palo Alto, and looking back I am really glad we did. Audrey is very professional and knows the local market well, but what I appreciated most is that she is honest. We had a lot of questions, some of them hard ones, and she was always patient and never pushed us. DeLeon's staff are on salary instead of commission, and you can feel the difference. Their advice was about what was right for us, not about closing a deal fast. The other thing that stood out is how they work as a team. Our house is older and needed a lot of work. Their handyman took care of a long list of repairs, and Elve, their designer, worked with the staging team to make the place look great. Both were part of their service, so no surprise bills. Their in-house legal team went through the disclosure documents very carefully, which gave us real peace of mind. Everyone on the team got back to us quickly. Looking back, choosing Audrey and DeLeon was the best decision I made this year. If you are selling in Palo Alto, give them a call. Thank you Audrey, Elve and the whole team!

Audrey and her team are the real deal. From the first conversation through final paperwork, they…read morewere organized, responsive, and genuinely helpful -- the kind of people who make a stressful process feel manageable. What stood out most was how prepared they were. They came in with a clear plan, which made it easy for us to coordinate our own move around it. When it came to prepping the house, they were thoughtful, suggesting only the improvements that would actually move the needle, then connecting us with the right people to execute them. The DeLeon design team's staging felt like it belonged in the house rather than being dropped in from a showroom. It complemented what was already there rather than overwriting it. Closing was smooth, with Audrey and Karen keeping us informed at every step. If you're thinking about listing, call Audrey. We couldn't recommend her more.

This review is way overdue. Wen Group has helped me both with selling my house and buying a new one…read moreat different transactions. A few years ago, due to life circumstances, I had to sell a house after owning it for a few years. I was worried that either it wouldn't sell or that I would lose money overall. When I first spoke with Wen, she reassured me right away that it will sell and that her team had great strategies to do so. They are fast and responsive and got to work right away. They excelled at marketing, making the most out of all real estate app platforms and different types of media to make your home stand out, and these things do matter. There were minor hiccups with communicating with vendors during house preparations for selling but they were clarified right away. When it came to getting offers, they exceeded my expectations and I ended up selling with profit! Last but not least, I had the pleasure of working with Jason this year to buy a new home. As a solo buyer, I was worried that I wouldn't be able to find anything with the constant competitive market. Jason was very friendly, patient, responsive, and informative. The home buying journey is an emotional rollercoaster and I couldn't have done it without him. During stressful bidding wars, he was always looking out for me and made sure that I understood and felt comfortable with what numbers I put out. Even though he was busy with many clients, he made sure to take the time to comfort me during these emotional moments. When we encountered an unethical seller agent, he advocated for me. Jason is constantly working and no matter what time it is, he was available to answer questions. I had to remind him to take breaks! He is also well connected and because of that, it helped with negotiation when it mattered the most -- winning my home at below asking price. When it came to closing, my timeline was tight because of an upcoming international trip. However, the team worked hard with my lender to make sure I successfully closed RIGHT before my trip. I highly recommend Jason and will definitely reach back out to him when I sell this home!

Wen, Alice, and the team did an amazing job listing our family home and helping us get multiple…read moreoffers in less than a week! Their expertise in setting the perfect asking price, open house and offers timeline, and marketing helped us get the highest selling price in the neighborhood! The transaction was very smooth and we were given detailed information on what to expect throughout the home selling process. The team is hard working and was accessible whenever we had any questions come up.Even if they were busy, they made sure to get back to us as soon as possible. Definitely recommend working with the Wen Group for your real estate needs!