We were extremely fortunate to have Matthew Hernholm and the Hernholm group represent us in our sale and purchase this past year. We originally hired Matthew approximately five years ago to make our first home purchase, a duplex in Barrio Logan. Due to the housing market boom and our growing family, we decided it was the time to sell and find a new property to better fit our changing situation. None of this was done likely and after a couple meetings with Matthew regarding all the details of listing our home and potential new properties to purchase, did we finally decide to pursue listing our home. Matthew performed admirably in listing our home - we sold within the first week listed and for the amount listed. When we originally purchased our Barrio Logan multi-family, we knew it was an investment and Matthew helped us capitalize on that investment. Matthew provided all the resources and coordinated the third-party vendors to get the property sale ready. The listing went as smoothly as one could hope. Due to the current market, purchasing our new home required more perseverance. Thanks to our earlier discussions with Matthew, we knew the neighborhoods we wanted and the type of property we wanted. Matthew went to work and after a couple offers, we found our new home. We knew the current market heavily favored the sellers but having a competent, knowledgeable agent was a tremendous asset. The sellers played it hard and fast, but Matthew never missed a beat and was able to navigate the situation. In one remarkable conversation, after the sellers required a non-refundable partial deposit, Matthew with astonishing foresight predicated how the sell would play out and his recommended strategy in negotiating the final agreement. We followed his advice, were able to secure a more then satisfactory amount in credits and the remainder of the sell was largely uneventful. We cannot recommend the Hernholm group enough, first class operation all around. read more

I was looking to purchase a home last year when I was told about the Hernholm group. Matthew Hernholm represented me and I ended up purchasing a home in Point Loma at the perfect time. Not only was Matt incredibly knowledgable, the entire Hernholm team was well versed in all areas of what makes a home purchase a great investment. They provided me with comps, referrals, and a consistent stream of listings in all the areas in which I was shopping. I would highly recommend the Hernholm team for any home purchase you are considering in the San Diego area. read more

Hernholm Group - View from the home I purchased with the Hernholm group - Real Estate Services Near Me - San Diego, California

The Hernholm group exhibit professionalism, efficiency and you feel that you are in good hands. They are fine tuned real estate machine and once you sign on with them, get ready to sell your house! I've sold a few houses with other agents, and as I look back on our experience with Jana, Melissa and Matthew, all I remember was that I didn't have to worry or stress during the sales process. They took the ball and ran with it and we just made sure our house was clean during the process (and the dogs were in the backyard!) Honestly, we just felt like we had a team of dedicated professionals handling everything, so we didn't have to, and that when it came time to negotiate with our buyer, they were smart, competitive and took the time to explain and guide us through the process with ease. If you want warm and fuzzy agents who tell you things you want to hear, than I can understand why someone might take the Hernholm's efficient style in the wrong context. They are the consummate professionals and they just get it done, efficiently. We felt confident that The Hernholm Group 'had our back' the entire time and ultimately we sold our house in 3 months for over asking! We wouldn't dream of going with any other agent. You want this team on your side! read more

I believe this is the Sotheby's in mission hills cannot find another. So we move from la jolla to get away from the ridiculous. We end up dealing with a crazy B. from Sotheby's who is more interested in showcasing her jewelry than to sell a house. We unfortunately had to deal with the bald realstate agen the year before and he had the balls to tell us that finally we had made a decision. Horrible snooty people who drive used bmw's And think they have money. Please avoid the mission hills office at all cost. read more

I met Matthew from The Hernholm Group through my husband. It was such a pleasure meeting Matthew. Matthew is such a diligent, quick worker. My husband and I were in the market for a house for approximately sixteen months before we finally bought our first home. The market moves so fast. We looked at so many homes and put down so many offers that were either rejected or out bided. Matthew was patient throughout the entire process and always provided honest and very knowledgeable advice. We would call Matthew at any time of the day especially late at night when I would be done with work. We could always count on him to answer or promptly return our calls. I am so happy with our purchase and I know it would have not been possible with the help of Matthew from The Hernholm Group! read more

Hernholm Group - Our first home we purchased in Barrio Logan with the help from Matthew and The Hernholm Group. - Real Estate Services Near Me - San Diego, California

Melissa is a MIH type of person aka Make It Happen. It is interesting how people come into your life just at the right moment. Melissa and I began training at Point Loma Sports Club and of course we started talking about Real Estate. It just so happened that my Fiancee and I were in the house hunting mode. We linked up with Melissa and could not be happier about the experience. She is extremely knowledgeable about the San Diego market and understands how to keep the escrow moving forward when the inevitable hiccups come up. We have moved into our amazing Craftsman North Park home and cannot wait to have Melissa over for a glass of wine once the remodel is complete....hopefully sooner, rather than later :) With much respect - Brandon & Crystal read more

Team H (as I call them) is an extraordinary group of gifted real estate professionals who happen to be in the same family! I was referred to them in December of 2015, and our journey together began. My historic place, though a blessing to anyone fortunate enough to call it home, was not an easy sale. The gorgeous acreage, and the 120 year old home itself, need quality stewardship and care. It is a lifestyle, and so, through two springs, the Hernholms patiently and professionally marketed my home, and opened its doors to dozens of pre-approved clients. In the beginning, they referred me to Stephanie Malcomb to stage my home. After her and team moved my things around, the place spoke volumes to perspective buyers. That Hernholm referral was great. Next, their photographer took photos of the home that made me truly appreciate my ownership. The mark of an excellent real estate team can be their professional connections. These referrals reflected the high quality of their work. And then began the months of showings. The Hernholm group were inundated with calls - many, unfortunately, who could not show pre-approval as we had agreed. For those who could back up their interest, doors were open, and clients and their realtors were greeted by one of the team. The Hernholms made themselves always available to any potential buyer. Having a team of three made this possible! I would list through spring and summer, but then take a break through the winter months. In all that time, I was consistently greeted by them with optimism and upbeat conversations. They truly listened to me - my desires for the price, the terms of the sale, how much my home meant to me. I absolutely felt that I was in a partnership, and that I could trust each of them at the helm. And, in escrow, their expertise brought me complete piece of mind. Communication was timely and clear. Advice was spot on. I was grateful for their shepherding of the process. I remember Matthew showing up in seersucker pants for the first showing - keeping with the flavor of the turn-of-the-century home. That showed me he was all-in! He had walked me through ideas about "Coming Soon" positioning, and always kept me up to speed on how my home was being presented to the marketplace. His "meet and greet" enthusiasm cannot be beat, and with the number of showings we had, he became my new BFF! Janna kept me grounded. With years in the business, she was unruffled throughout, and her calm manner was so needed by me through these months. Melissa brought her game with negotiation and clarity. She kept her eye on the ball - a successful close. I felt so fortunate to work with all of them. I highly recommend the Hernholm Group, and consider myself fortunate that our paths crossed. They have made such a difference in my life, both professionally and personally. read more

After seeing some of the negative reviews on here, I felt compelled to write one to share my experience. I had the Hernholm Group list (and successfully sell) my house in Mission Hills and they represented me in purchasing our new home in Encinitas. We met with all of them (Janna, Melissa, and Matthew) and were immediately impressed by their professionalism, attention to detail, and drive to help us meet our goals. Our house sold in the 700's and so please do not think they only work really hard for the million + homes. They were really driven to sell our house for us. We worked directly with Matthew the most because he was referred to us by a friend. We LOVED his creative marketing approach (if you receive those great marketing materials in your mail, you know what I mean). We also really appreciated their strategies during the negotiation process. They came up with creative ideas that we had not considered and gave us valuable insight and input. This was our first time selling a house and I think selling/buying is always a stressful process, but it makes it a lot easier if you are confident with the people representing you. Unlike the other people who posted on here, I never once felt that we were not worth their time or effort. I never felt that they were condescending or rude. I never felt that they were pretentious. As mentioned, we do not have a 7 figure home (and we are in our early 30's), but this never made us feel like we were not being treated like the best clients they have ever had. They were GREAT. I always felt that we were a team working toward a common goal. The process was seamless with them - we had multiple offers within one week, we closed shortly thereafter and we had constant communication with them through the entire process. Then, in this tough market for buyers, they helped us competitively bid on our current house in Encinitas and helped us move quickly through a 3 week closing period. We used their referrals for a pool inspector, the lender, and then a contractor once we purchased the house. They provided us with great guidance throughout the process. Long story (and long post) short - they are great on both the buying and the selling side. We would certainly recommend them! read more

The Hernholm Group has been my family's go to realtors for years (since before they were associated with Sotheby's) and have helped my family, and me personally, with multiple real estate transactions. I have found Janna and her son and daughter to be professional, thorough, and most importantly, patient. My first purchase was far from the 7-figure homes I see listed on their website, but never once did I feel as though my lower budget made me a less important client. I cannot imagine a better group of people to help guide me through what can be a very stressful process. read more

I work and reside in New York City, and the Hernholm Group recently represented me in purchasing an investment property in downtown San Diego. I only wanted to work with a Sotheby's agent and once I discovered that they are Sotheby's #1 producer in San Diego, my decision to hire them was made easy. It's rare to encounter high levels of professionalism and customer service within the residential real estate industry, but they delivered on both of those fronts. They successfully guided me throughout every level of the transaction and I have even referred them to clients of mine who are also looking to invest in San Diego. I could not be more pleased with my decision to partner with the Hernholm Group, and I would confidently recommend them to anyone. read more

I've never written a Yelp review before but now feel compelled to share my experience with Janna Hernholm and The Hernholm Group. Janna helped us buy our home (our second purchase experience) and was an absolute gift. She was determined to represent our interests and negotiate a fair and appropriate price on our behalf. It felt like she got almost as emotionally-invested in the process as we did! Janna is a pro - I'd recommend her to anyone. You want her in your corner. read more

i have recently worked with the hernholm group on 5 separate transactions. they have represented me as both a buyer and seller . they also represented the buyer of one of my homes. i found them to be most professional , well organized and very clear about the process . i was kept well informed as to the progress of each transaction and advised on solutions as issues arose. at the end of each escrow i was given a completed binder of all documentation of the transaction which has been helpful in keeping records for future reference . they were very informed of market conditions , establishing pricing based on the highest achievable results and going the extra mile to insure that it happens. this is clearly representation that you want when dealing with a real estate transactions in san diego . read more

I have nothing but great things to say about the Hernholm Group. Janna is the expert in Mission Hills, and worked with my wife and me for over a year to help us find the perfect home. During the process, she and Matthew were always available to answer our questions and give us great advice on the best way to proceed, which houses we should tour, and then how to negotiate when the time came. It all worked out, and in large part due to the professionalism and expertise of the Hernholm Group. read more

Been looking for a house for quite some time. With all the talks about the market being up and down, It can make you feel a little hesitant about buying one. Melissa and Matthew made me feel like family the moment I walked through the door. Answering every single question I had. No matter how small or simple it seemed. They were able to walk me through the entire process of buying a house. Which took a lot of pressure off me. Although I didn't buy a house at the time. When I do I will be back with this company. Would highly recommend them. read more

We worked with Matthew Hernholm on a purchase of a home in the Burlingame neighborhood. Matthew was the consummate professional on what ended up being a very complex transaction! We purchased a spec home that had not even been started yet, so you can imagine how difficult negotiating a contract to purchase it was. We worked through all of the issues, allowing ourselves some controls over how the house was to be finished, and we couldn't be happier with the result. Matthew was there every step of the way with knowledge and advice. I would highly recommend him and his group to anyone looking in the metro San Diego area as he was extremely knowledgeable! read more

Our family needed to relocate to another state and needed to sell our North Park home in a short timeframe. The Hernholm Group was committed and worked diligently with close attention to detail to make things move along quickly and smoothly. They handled everything from staging our home for showings, to working with the relocation company and representing us as the sellers. They went above and beyond during the entire tedious process. During our negotiation they looked after every detail even after we were out of town and stood for our best interest till close. They took a very intelligent and competitive approach throughout every step. Jana, Melissa and Matthew were exceptional! We would highly recommend the Hernholm Group without any question to help sell or purchase a your new home. read more

All the people who work here are BITCHES!!! They are all very very rude and lie like no other. I called one of the ladies he line was busy so I called the main line asking if there was another way to get a hold of her the lady told me that everyone at their company is very busy I told her ok I just called her line and the lady was like oh it was because we were just talked hehe...wow you guys are so busy but you have all the time in the world to chit chat....yeah that makes sense!!! Don't waste your time with these people go to Prudential California Realty on W Washington Street they will help you out!! read more

We worked directly with Mathew for months by looking at several houses all over the San Diego area. He was very helpful and quick to return our calls. Purchasing a house was super easy because he was able to break down real estate into terms we could understand. Matthew was able to help us close on our house quickly allowing me to prepare for my deployment to Afghanistan. While deployed, Hernholm Group assisted my wife by making themselves available for questions regarding home ownership. This company is hands down one of the most efficient and friendly companies I have had the pleasure of working with. I would recommend the Hernholm Group to anyone searching for a house in the San Diego area. - Phil read more

We recently purchased a home with Matthew as our agent. We looked for over a year and truly had the most pleasant experience (If you can call looking for a home for over a year pleasant). We felt like we got the benefit and knowledge of an entire team working for us. Matthew was always professional, responsive and on top of any question or listing we wanted to see. We felt that throughout the offer and escrow he had our best interests at heart and we felt completely comfortable letting him handle every aspect. In the future when we sell this house we will go to Matt and the Hernholm team. read more

Melissa was the consummate professional while navigating me through the sale of my Downtown condo. Within hours of putting it on the market, we received multiple offers, so I was glad I followed her advice regarding list price. Melissa carefully counseled me as to the best strategy when selecting an offer and never missed a beat through the entire escrow/inspection process. As this was a short sale, it was a tedious process, but Melissa stayed on top of everything. Upon the bank's acceptance, I successfully closed escrow in 14 days with an all-cash buyer over list price. It was remarkable to receive such top-notch service for a $231,000 sale, and I've already referred Melissa and the Hernholm Group to other colleagues and friends. read more

Professional, experienced, resourceful, and extraordinary are just a few words to describe Janna Hernholm. Janna is simply the best realtor that I have ever worked with (having bought homes in three different states). Even though she is the top realtor in Mission Hills -- Janna having many other buyers and sellers, Janna made my husband and I feel like we were her only customers -- responding quickly to our questions and keeping us informed every step of the way. Thus -- her management of many details is extraordinary. Her knowledge of the area, inspectors, service providers, and nearby homes is simply unparalleled. Janna worked with my husband for a little over a year to find our perfect home -- there were many times we were about to settle on a house, but Janna persisted to help us find the perfect house. Once we found our home, she sold our condo in Little Italy in just 4 days. I wish there was a 10 star option for Janna -- as she earned and deserves it! read more