Just closed an incredible off market sale with Peter Boggs. I was working as a trustee, and…read morelooking at a very difficult sale situation. Peter came by the property and was not overwhelmed with the potential problems. We established a top of market sale price, but the property was not ready to be listed on the MLS. Within days Peter had a full price, 21 day escrow offer ready to be signed. Title company and transaction coordinator were both fantastic. Communications were terrific. On top of being a knowledgable real estate professional, he is a great person. I could not recommend Peter more highly.

We had an excellent experience working with Peter Boggs, who guided us through every step of our…read morehome search and purchase. From the very beginning, he took time to understand our goals during a detailed buyer consultation via Zoom, helping us clarify what kind of property and neighborhood would best fit our needs. He toured us through multiple homes, resale and new build, across different cities, educating us on the nuances of each community, and even previewed listings via video and FaceTime so we could see homes as soon as they became available if we were out of the area. When it came time to make an offer on a home in Seaside Highlands, he wrote a compelling and well-structured proposal that unfortunately lost out only because other buyers did not have a contingency and we still needed to list our current residence. Even after that, he kept searching proactively, uncovering new and "coming soon" properties before they officially hit the market. In addition to his local expertise, he connected us with a trusted loan officer who reviewed financing and bridge loan options--to try to mitigate our contingency issue, and he also referred us to an excellent real estate agent in San Jose who helped us sell our previous home so we could be better positioned when making an offer. When our path shifted toward a new build at The Dunes, he smoothly transitioned into that process, \communicating with the sales agents for the builder, addressing our questions, and ensuring details were handled properly from contract to closing. He even provided vendor referrals to help us get settled after move-in. Peter's professionalism, responsiveness, and thoughtful guidance made what could have been a stressful process feel organized and well-supported. We are truly grateful for his diligence, communication, and care in helping us find our new home. We highly recommend him to others.

I was referred to the Jacobs Team by a trusted friend, and as first-time homebuyers, the whole…read moreprocess felt pretty daunting at first. From day one, the Jacobs Team was incredibly kind, helpful, and knowledgeable. We worked primarily with Maha, who was an absolute pleasure to work with. She guided us through every step of the process and helped ease any anxieties that came up along the way. Her communication was always quick, and she was very accommodating of our busy schedules. Maha helped us find our dream home in Monterey! Her knowledge of the Monterey Peninsula is truly invaluable. She actually guided us toward a home that wasn't originally on our radar, and we are so grateful she did! We also had a very short turnaround for inspections, but thanks to Maha's strong network and local connections, we were able to get everything scheduled and completed quickly, which made a huge difference. Even after closing escrow, Maha has continued to support us by sharing great vendor referrals, all of whom have been excellent. We're so grateful to Maha and the entire Jacobs Team for making our first home-buying experience such a positive one. We would absolutely recommend them!

Just moved to Monterey and were fortunate to discover the Jacobs Team. There's a reason they have a…read more5-star rating. These wonderful women truly went the extra mile to help us understand what we were looking for, where we might find it, and how to close the deal. We worked mostly with Maha, who was fantastic. She shared so many helpful insider tips about life on the Peninsula and made us feel at home right away. When we were going back and forth between multiple properties, she provided expert guidance every step of the way and helped us confidently narrow down the best choice. When it came time to negotiate, Maha and Joy were knowledgeable, strategic, and a strong advocates for us. Their expertise made a real difference, and we felt supported throughout the entire process. We're so grateful for their help and highly recommend the Jacobs Team. They are at the top of their game + they are kind + they made this a joyful experience from beginning to end.

I highly recommend Kim DiBenedetto for selling a property for us!…read more Kim is very knowledgeable and professional in knowing the local real estate market ! Kim was on point at every step of the process of getting the job done ! If you want someone who knows the market and can handle all aspects we highly recommend Kim !

Liz Dini of TA Properties spent countless hours procuring and working with a long list of vendors…read morein preparing our house and property for sale. She's known and respected and a true expert in the local real estate market. Liz is whip-smart, wise, responsive and her work ethic is something to behold. Her finely-tuned instincts about when and how to list proved invaluable and correct. When we ended up in a fortunate yet stressful multiple bidder situation involving a series of offers and counteroffers, her calm expertise yielded an optimal outcome. Whether you are buying or selling in the Carmel/Carmel Valley area, Liz would be a sound choice. She truly goes the extra mile and will execute her fiduciary duty to you and only you until the deal is done. If that's not enough, she's a super person, fun to work with and she is a Monterey Peninsula native with a deep understanding of and love for the area. Triple-A recommendation for Liz!

I would strongly advise not using this company. They are rude and unresponsive to emails, texts, or…read morecalls. I don't ever write reviews, but they have provided the worst customer experience I've had when dealing with short term rentals.

Carmel realty used to be top notch. Expensive but great villas to rent with great service .. in…read more2013 they have mastered the art of deception! They will charge 1500 for pre and post detailed and through cleaning .. a big lie .. our place had hair and blood marks on the sofa, a filthy washer, mick in shower drain , kitchen stuff dirty etc. Have pictures to prove. When asked was the placed cleaned before we checked in and knowing it was not, they had no problems to lie! Elizabeth never came into the meetings. . Kristi gave lip service but listened!! The security deposit will not be returned for 45 days when the law states max 21 days! Airbnb and others return the deposit in a few days! Renters be aware. Stay away from Carmel realty

Yolanda did a fantastic job helping us sell my in-laws home. There was a ton of work to be done to…read moreget it ready for viewing, and she made it happen. We worked with Yolanda and Juan from out of state and things could not have gone better. Staging was perfect. We were able to sell in our time frame and at a price we were more than happy with. Thanks for all the hard work. This is an amazing team!

The rudest, most obnoxious and most argumentative person I have ever had the displeasure of dealing…read morewith in my 40 years of buying and selling real estate. Caused an immense amount of stress and anxiety for my wife, and created unnecessary arguments. Do not recommend!

As a seasoned Realtor on the Monterey Peninsula, it is always a true pleasure to work with Greg…read moreJacobson on a transaction. It has been my absolute pleasure to combine efforts with Greg on several contracts over the years and he is always a consumate professional, working with integrity and a thorough knowledge of each detail of every contract we have worked on together. Objective, fair and always offering exeptional attention to the nuances of every transaction, Greg has the mark of a fine businessman and an excellent Realtor. I look forward to sharing many transactions in the future. Hats off to one of the finest Realtors on the Central Coast, Debbie Heron John Saar Properties debbieheron@sbcglobal.net 831.905.5158

We just recently sold an expensive home with a real estate agent named Greg Jacobson (Sotheby's…read moreInternational Realty, Greg Jacobson, DRE# 01457213, Ph. 831-905-2842) and I do not recommend his services whatsoever. Another person and I hired him to represent us and I instructed him specifically not to do anything without consulting the both of us and having our joint approval first to which he agreed. When we received an offer for the home, he purposely consulted only one of us and made a written counter-offer (which was invalid without both of our signatures) without consulting the other on the price or anything else. What he should have done was: 1) notify us both of the offer 2) consult with the both us on a counter offer price and 3) had us both sign the counter offer sheet before presenting it to the prospective buyer He did neither of the above.

My beloved mother passed away several years ago. Her personal home of over fifty years had to be…read moresold, along with a few rental properties. Her house was simply too large for me. On recommendation, we contacted Catherine Freeman, who became invaluable in guiding us through this laborious task. Not only was Catherine efficient, but also extremely patient, understanding, and empathetic. At a time in my life when I needed more than just a real estate agent, I needed a champion. Many agents would jump at the chance to assist in selling multiple homes in high-listing areas and care very little for the impact of this task. Her personal knowledge of the areas in which the homes needed to be sold, coupled with realistic pricing comparable to comps, was absolutely sterling. Within a short time, Catherine was able to sell every single piece of property without any problems, and we sold the properties at a favorable price. We were extremely happy with the personal care and service we received from Catherine, and moreover, the friendship we developed because of her help. I highly recommend having Catherine Freeman assist you with your real estate needs. Sincerely, Cynthia Williams

I have known the new broker, Catherine Freeman since 2002. I am an estate planning attorney. She…read morehas represented me personally on 2 purchases and 3 sales, and I have referred her to dozens of my clients. Al Catherine has always given a level of personal time and attention to my clients that is impressive, even while juggling several transactions During your transaction, you will feel as if you are her only client. She is knowledgeable about trust sales, and is quite thorough on all documentation required in the purchase and sale process. Catherine is capable of selling not only in Monterey County but also in the neighboring counties. She is optimistic, yet realistic. I highly recommend her services.

Terrible service! I was referred to Dana from a trusted agent who I have worked with previously in…read moremy own area. We were looking for a second home in Carmel - just because you get a referral DOES NOT mean that person is a good fit! Do your research, look for online reviews such as this one! Dana was incredibly unprofessional when dealing with other agents and other people. She would snap at them, and make rude comments about them behind their back. At first I thought she must be having a really bad day, but it became an undeniable habit. Working with her became very awkward and stressful - you need your agent to be calm and professional - and this was definitely not Dana. Thankfully we hadn't signed any contracts with her yet, and we were able to change course and find another agent who treated everyone respectfully.

We have purchased and sold our house with Dana and Melissa in Carmel. They were fantastic on both…read moreaccounts; very knowledgeable and also creative in securing the property we wanted and in selling our home under a very tight timeline. They also provided and scheduled workers we needed for improvement projects and lined up moving companies for us to interview. They are fantastic!

Annette goes to the moon and back based off her motto "Above and Beyond". In 2013, my wife and I…read moredecided to stop renting and look for an investment property/home we could own and raise our boys. I don't recall how we chose Annette at that time, as she was working for a real estate company. However, I do remember that Annette was very responsive and helpful during our first home purchase. She provided honest "bottom line up front" facts on what we needed to purchase the property. In fact, she was very knowledgeable about VA loans and the detailed requirements--extremely helpful. Fast forward twelve years later: We determined that a move was more beneficial to us. We asked each other who we should contact to represent our home sale, and we unanimously said: "Annette Boggs". Why--because she knew us, knew the details of our previous purchase, she knows the area, she has excellent integrity and honesty, and impeccable work practices. We contacted her a year before we actually decided to sell, thereby gathering a better feel for what we need to do to help her sell the property. Annette performed a site visit at our home, and we realized that she branched off and developed her own company, which was very exciting. Annette gave us clear and honest guidance on what we would need to do for preparation. A year later, we contacted Annette again to let her know that we were ready to sell the property, and she immediately scheduled another site visit to go over the details. Annette came with her staff and explained exactly what we needed to do to prepare. Annette explained that she would professionally have the windows and house cleaned. Moreover, she provided professional photography and staging of the home. Our house looked brand new when she was ready to advertise. In addition, her 24/7 communication concerning all updates and new news was on spot perfect. Because of her "Above and Beyond" approach, we were able to not only purchase but sell our property with seamless results. Did Annette Boggs meet her motto: Above and Beyond"? We would say she went to the moon and back. We highly recommend Annette Boggs for your future real estate endeavors. Dennis Oaks

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