I cannot recommend our agent Amy Loughran and the whole team at Kate McCaffrey Group highly enough…read more As buyers in the notoriously tricky Alameda market, we found Amy's deep local experience and sharp instincts to be invaluable. She helped us navigate the common tactic of 'teaser' pricing (listing low to drive bidding wars) by providing clear, accurate data on where market rates actually sat. We ultimately purchased a Victorian home, and Amy was instrumental in helping us understand the special considerations and responsibilities that come with owning a historic resource. Her expertise in this area gave us a level of confidence we wouldn't have had otherwise. Once we were in escrow, Amy truly went above and beyond. Even through the holidays, she was incredibly responsive and never missed a beat. She provided us with excellent referrals for local contractors and was a wealth of knowledge regarding schools and neighborhood nuances. Even though we closed escrow just 2 days before New Year's Day, Amy and the others on the team kept us informed and moved the process along as quickly as possible. If you want a dedicated, well-connected team that truly understands the unique character of Alameda homes, work with these folks!

Amy Loughran is a consummate professional. Finding the right house was easy enough but where she…read moredifferentiates herself is in the attention and expertise she delivers both throughout and beyond closing. As a newcomer to the community, Amy was a valuable and trusted advisor in all things great and small. Thanks, Amy!

We met Kellen a few years ago and have been looking for houses on/off over the duration with him…read more Then, Kellen recently helped us decide and move forward to buy our first home. Over these open house visits, he has been very supportive and answering our questions patiently while providing various improvement ideas. During the purchase process he has been very prompt and detailed while guiding us. Kellen and his team has been supportive in closing our house in a record time and also guiding us through various conversations with loaner(s), contractor(s), title company, insurance company(ies) and so on.

Kellen was a pleasure to work with throughout our home search. He's responsive, patient, and deeply…read moreknowledgeable about his local market. He lined up showings quickly, explained nuances we wouldn't have caught on our own, and walked us through every offer and closing detail with care. His team is tight and well-coordinated. When tricky property issues came up, he had contractor quotes and context in hand within a day, going above and beyond. He never rushed our decisions and always made us feel like the priority. Five stars, no hesitation.

If renting twice from the same company doesn't say enough, let me spell it out: Cerda-Zein Real…read moreEstate is top-tier. Professional, organized, and genuinely kind across the board. Maintenance was always timely, respectful, and easy to work with. CZRE has been my second home in more ways than one, and I couldn't recommend them more.

Even though this company says that accept housing vouchers they do not. They will take your…read moreapplication fee then stall you out with no response. They will rent the unit out to other applicants. Don't waste your money or your time on these guys. They'll never give you a chance, even if you have good credit and a job. If i could rate no stars I would.

I hired Guy Blume to help me sell my two-family homes in Alameda, and I couldn't have asked for a…read morebetter experience. What really stood out was how hands-on he was. Guy didn't just give suggestions about preparing the properties for sale. He actually helped coordinate contractors and repairs to get the homes looking their best for buyers. That kind of support made the process much easier. He was always easy to reach, answered my questions clearly, and explained things in a way that helped me understand the process without ever talking down to me. When offers came in, he gave honest feedback and never pressured me to accept anything I wasn't comfortable with. If you're selling property in Alameda and want someone knowledgeable, responsive, and genuinely looking out for your best interests, I highly recommend Guy.

We selected Team Guy after meeting with seven other realtors to sell our house. Guy's extensive…read moremarket knowledge and advice played an incredibly instrumental role in the sale. He provided invaluable insights and saw things we otherwise would have missed. He has a lot of experience doing what he does! Guy and Ashley both worked tirelessly to get results. We couldn't be happier with how quickly the house sold. Guy comes with our highest recommendation, as we have been thoroughly impressed with his work.

We cannot recommend Sophia highly enough! We were relocating to Alameda on military orders and…read moreneeded to find the right home for our family in a very short amount of time. Because we intend to settle in Alameda long term, it was incredibly important to us that we find a home that truly met our needs -- not just something temporary. From the very beginning, Sophia was absolutely amazing. She took the time to walk us through the Alameda market, explain the different neighborhoods and available properties, and help us understand how to put together competitive offers. She also gave us valuable insight into timing, strategy, and important considerations we would not have thought about on our own. Having someone with such deep knowledge of the local market made the entire process so much less overwhelming. We only had a couple of days in town to tour homes, and Sophia kept everything incredibly organized and efficient. She even gave us access to several homes before they officially hit the market, which made a huge difference in such a competitive environment. Beyond helping us find the right house, Sophia's network of trusted professionals was invaluable. From mortgage brokers to inspectors to contractors, every recommendation she made was excellent and helped make the process seamless from start to finish. Sophia went above and beyond for our family every step of the way, and we are so grateful for her guidance, expertise, and support. If you are looking for a knowledgeable, responsive, and truly exceptional realtor in Alameda, we wholeheartedly recommend her services!

Our family has had the pleasure of working with Sophia Niu twice, and we honestly couldn't…read morerecommend her more. She helped us buy our first home in Alameda, which came with plenty of complications given our unique situation. Years later, when it was time to find our family's forever home, we knew right away we wanted to work with her again. Sophia patiently spent months touring homes with us, always offering honest opinions and thoughtful advice. She brings such a warm, kind energy that makes the whole process feel enjoyable and low-stress (as can be). Both times, Sophia impressed us with her professionalism, transparency, and realistic approach--always keeping our priorities, concerns, and budget in mind. On top of being an amazing realtor, she's incredibly well-connected and has been a huge help with everything home-related. Her reputation truly speaks for itself, and we wouldn't hesitate to work with her again in a heartbeat.

Working with Michelle Senitzer was an absolute pleasure from start to finish. Her guidance and…read moreorganization made what can often be a stressful process feel smooth and manageable. I especially appreciated how Michelle let me take the lead when I wanted to, while always being ready with thoughtful, expert advice when I needed it. Her current knowledge of the market and industry trends was invaluable -- from pricing strategy to timing, Michelle had a clear, informed plan that truly paid off. Thanks to her efforts and her stellar full-service team, my home was beautifully marketed and sold over asking price in just three weeks. Michelle is a true professional who combines expertise, responsiveness, and genuine care for her clients. I can't recommend her highly enough to anyone looking to buy or sell a home.

Michele and Bradley made selling my Oakland home genuinely painless. They were communicative…read morethroughout, knew the market, and kept things moving even when escrow hit some snags with Alameda County recording. I always knew what was happening and why. If you're buying or selling in the East Bay, these two are the real deal.

When I first reached out to the McCaffrey Group regarding one of their listings one late afternoon,…read moreJeanne who is a part of that group promptly contacted me within minutes and scheduled a call the very next morning to go over all my questions. I just recently closed on a house with her and have been consistently amazed by her professionalism, expertise and speed. In a fast-moving housing market like the Bay Area, it is crucial to have an agent who takes the time to understand what you are looking for, and works fast and tirelessly to present your offer attractively to the seller. After closing on my house, I ran into the listing agent at the house and she had raving reviews about Jeanne. She was impressed with her exceptional communication throughout the offer bidding process. It is the little things that you may never hear about but rest assured, Jeanne will always go the extra mile for you. I would highly recommend Jeanne to anyone looking for a realtor!

Buying property is difficult, especially in the Bay Area. That is why it is super important to…read morework with a great realtor that suits your needs. Jeanne was the perfect agent for my wife and I: she was professional, friendly, knowledgeable, and just a wonderful human being. Jeanne listens to our opinions and concerns, then gives us advice, allowing us to decide what to do with that advice. Not once did she pressure us into bidding higher than what we were comfortable with, and she even advised us to not skip on certain properties after looking at the disclosures with us - saving us from acquiring a potential money pit. Jeanne would always recommend properties for us to go see, get us any disclosures that we asked for (even before we even went to the open house, and for any that we were going to bid on, she would run the comps, go over the disclosures with us - all in a very, very thorough and timely manner. She was incredibly responsive through e-mail, texts, phone calls, and messages through the Compass app - even when she was on vacation! At the end of the day, Jeanne is the best real estate agent that I have worked with. Jeanne was so organized that when we finally had our offer accepted, the transaction could not have been any smoother. It all went without a hitch, and my wife and I could not be happier. Best of all, my wife and I really felt that Jeanne was extremely genuine, and she had our best interest at heart. TL; DR version: Do yourself a favor and work with Jeanne: great real estate agent, genuine, awesome person.

If you are not satisfied with good and want the best, then Phillip is your man whether buying or…read moreselling. After doing business with him I would not give him a 5-star rating. I would give him 10 Overall, a great guy, extremely knowledgeable and helpful. He simplified the buying process and was able to answer all questions. If you are looking for the best realtor then read this review because this man is amazing and if i would ever move again he will be my go to.

I wrote this review to express my gratitude for Philip Strause. He has set the bar extremely high…read morefor real estate agents and I couldn't have picked a better person as my agent for my first home purchase! Phil's personable and caring attitude made this process much easier especially as we navigated multiple home tours and offers. I never felt pressured to get a pre-approval before viewing homes or pressure to buy. Phil reassured me as we put offers in and always checked in to make sure I was not overwhelmed or felt pressured to move forward with an offer if I wasn't 100% satisfied with the property. Phil exhibited a keen knowledge about the market and a great eye for details as he was able to note any issue or areas of concern with the homes we toured. As a first time home buyer, i had many questions and concerns at every step. Phil always provided a thorough explanation or investigated further if he did not know the answer. I really appreciate his commitment and willingness to find me the best home for me! I recommend him to anyone searching for a home that wants a caring real estate agent who takes the time to find the perfect fit for your individual needs! Thank you again Phil!

Maureen Shandobil just sold a house for us. She has been in the real estate field in Alameda for…read moredecades and knew exactly how to price the house to get us the best price. She recommended that we do some cosmetic fixes to the garden, paint the interior, carpet the floors, and "stage" the home with nice rental furniture and wall coverings to get us the best price possible. She arranged all of this for us and it seemed to be worth the money. In two weeks with two weekend open houses, we got multiple offers - with most of them above listing price! With multiple offers, we were able to make sure that we picked a buyer that could buy the house with little of no hassles. Escrow closed just a few weeks later and the notary sent by the title company got the necessary signatures and that was it. Super easy sale process and quick too! Maureen Shandobil of Harbor Bay Realty gets the coveted five stars!!

A really ethical person, very nice, very effective and not pushy. Listens to you and does not push…read moreunnecessary work or remodel. I highly recommend her.

Tina knows how to get a house sold! My entire experience with Tina, when we were short selling my…read moreeast bay property, was nothing but professional from start to finish. Our relationship spanned multiple years and she always made it clear to me that she was available to help when I was ready to exit the market. She was honest and upfront with me about the property's value from the start, which helped build trust between us, and showed me how well she knows the market. She is a talented negotiator, and really pulled off an amazing outcome for me. I highly recommend her if you are looking for a realtor in the Bay Area.

Tina was referred to me by my cousin, who is also a real estate agent with Compass, and I couldn't…read morehave been happier with Tina. She was extremely knowledgeable of the complex condo landscape in Alameda, which is very nuanced as each condo HOA is so different. I was able to begin my home-shopping process after getting a down payment assistance loan through the Home Access Program. Unfortunately, the window for buying a home through the program closed and we weren't able to buy a home in time. But Tina was fearless in helping me navigate such a complex home-buying process with the program loan and was in communication with my conventional loan lender as well. Tina is also super bubbly and easy to work with. She made the entire process much less scary than it could have been. I would trust Tina with any future home shopping endeavors I embark on in the future.