Cathy is a star above the rest! Cathy sold my home and has helped me purchase a home. I entrusted…read moreCathy to sell my home in midst of the pandemic when my home needed a lot of work to get top dollar. With all of the contractors busy with no availability for months, I felt it would take me months to sell. Not with Cathy, her decades of 5- star institutional knowledge and connections, helped me get quality contractors ASAP, which resulted in many offers within days of my mid week listing. Almost a year later, the price my home sold for is the highest in my HOA! I then tasked her in finding a gem of a home in the Parkmead community of Walnut Creek at the cheapest price. She found me one, at a super value! Spin that over and over, because it doesn't make sense! Only a wizard like Cathy, can pull value in such a high sought out neighborhood! I don't know of anyone that understands this Bay Area market better than Cathy! I'm sure many of you are like me, you know family, friends or people in the past that you have used or know that are realtors. However, If you are selling or buying, trust me- deal with the heartache of those industry friends and give yourself peace, happiness and/ or top dollar and choose Cathy!

Cathy Baigent! Choose Cathy. She just closed the sale of our family home and provided the best real…read moreestate service I have ever experienced. The BEST EVER. The advance work to prep the home: she guided the entire project ahead of schedule and under budget. The pricing, the staging, the listing, the negotiating: at every step she gave sound professional advice, listened to us, and then made it happen. Honest, competent, ethical, brilliant, a joy to work with. I whole-heartedly recommend Cathy Baigent.

Debbie Burness is just simply the best !! She is so knowledgeable , if she does not have the answer…read morefor you she will get it ... and quick ! She has just helped us purchase our 3rd home and has also helped us sell in the past as well. She made my husband and I feel very comfortable every step of the way , I was very nervous and unsure about purchasing another home but Debbie was so reassuring and walked us through everything . She was amazing from start to finish ...

I have used Debbie twice to sell my home and help me find a new home over the past 20 years. She…read morelistens to you and finds what you are looking for. I can't recommend her more highly

When selecting a broker, we wanted someone who would truly own the sale process, make our lives…read moreeasier, and ultimately maximize the value of our home. Rachel and Rachel delivered on all three. From the beginning, they had a clear vision for how to position the house and who the target buyer would be. They transformed the home by warming it up with thoughtful, contrasting paint choices and beautiful staging, while giving each room and living space its own distinct identity. The end result felt cohesive, inviting, and incredibly well considered. They were equally thoughtful and data-driven when it came to the strategy behind the sale. Because we were listing around a holiday weekend, we had a number of questions about timing and pricing. We were initially a little hesitant to list as low as they recommended, but we trusted their judgment--and the final sale price exceeded our expectations. That result speaks to their deep understanding of the market, their pricing strategy, and their strong network of brokers and buyers. The takeaway is pretty simple: they know what they're doing, so listen to them. Beyond the result itself, Rachel and Rachel made the entire process remarkably easy. They took ownership, communicated clearly, and handled the countless details that come with selling a home. It was a genuine pleasure working with them, and I cannot recommend them highly enough.

Working with "the Rachels" over the past year was an incredible experience. Buying a home is a wild…read moreride, and having such knowledgeable, supportive partners by our side made all the difference. We never felt lost throughout the process. What sets them apart is that it's clear they both genuinely love what they do. Their warm, enthusiastic energy made an otherwise stressful process feel exciting, and that passion shows up in everything including how beautifully they market the homes they list. Seeing their approach gives us full confidence we'd be in great hands when it comes time to sell as well. If you're looking to buy or sell in El Cerrito, Rachel and Rachel know this area inside and out. Don't hesitate - they are the team you want in your corner!

Margaret & Amanda are by far two of the best realtors in the business & I've been in the real…read moreestate business for 23 years. They're hard working, smart, have their ears to the ground & are available 24/7, & make purchasing a home a breeze without any pressure.

Amanda and Margaret have been such an incredible team for us through this home purchasing process…read more My partner and I really didn't know where to start and they expertly guided us through each step. They are quick, responsive, knowledgeable, and so friendly! 100 stars!

I've met a lot of real estate agents over the years, and can say with confidence that Rebecca…read moreCiccio is in a class of her own. I recommend her enthusiastically and without reservation. She is the consummate professional, with boundless energy, amazing follow-through, and genuine passion for her job and for doing the best possible job for her clients. Most importantly, unlike many realtors, Rebecca is willing to work hard and make things happen. Rebecca has said to me on a number of occasions that she's most interested in building relationships with her clients and believe me, she has proven this to me time and again. I met Rebecca as a target of an outbound mailing she did for another client of hers to find them home in Upper Rockridge area where we own a rental home. While we weren't interested in selling our house immediately, Rebecca stuck out in my mind as someone who goes above and beyond for her clients. When we began to seriously consider selling our home almost three years ago, I reached out to Rebecca among others. She did a great deal of diligence upfront to help us determine the home's value and suggested ways to improve our home to maximize its value. With some trepidation we decided to go forward with a fairly extensive remodel to upgrade our dated rental. This all happened just as Rebecca was giving birth to her second child and as we were leaving on an extended vacation. Amazingly, only weeks after giving birth, Rebecca was able to bring to bear her deep network of superb trades people and drive the remodeling project in our absence. She literally took on design (she has great taste and was an art major!) and project management, while juggling other clients, as well as, her family's needs. The remodel turned out FABULOUSLY. But this is just the beginning of the story, as my wife and I rode an emotional rollercoaster trying to decide whether to sell the property or move it into it ourselves (it was THAT nice!). We lived on the SF Peninsula for over 25 years, so considering a move to Oakland was a big decision for us. We waffled and angst'ed while Rebecca kept moving forward with completion of the remodel and preparations for a possible sale. Bottom line. We decided to move in. Rebecca didn't get a chance to sell the property she had worked so hard to prepare (not this time at least). Her reaction... she was happy for us and was only interested in what was right for us. Rebecca is a great realtor, but an even better person that I can enthusiastically recommend to any one interested in buying or selling East Bay property. ******************* Update: Rebecca finally earned her first commission check from me. She worked tirelessly to help us take proceeds from the 1031 sale of our home on the Peninsula and purchase a beautiful home in the heart of Piedmont Avenue (our favorite shopping and dining street in Oakland). Rebecca did not disappoint as our buying agent, she was on top of houses coming on the market, but more importantly she was keenly observant about our preferences, and desires for a property. Rebecca knew when to advise us NOT to pursue a property which we were clearly on the fence on or go all in with gusto because she had knew us better than we did. Following the purchase of the home, when most realtors can no longer be found, Rebecca helped us prepare the home for rental with painters, cleaners, handymen, contractors to make the home sparkle. She helped us with decorator ideas, did some minor staging, and once again, supported us through an anxiety producing journey to find the right renters at a great price. I can say without reservation that thanks to Rebecca's efforts we were able to get more 30% higher rent than we had initially expected from a high quality pool of rental candidates. Rebecca is unbelievable. Look no further.

"We recently moved back to the Bay Area from Seattle after ten years away. We had only a couple of…read moreweeks to find a house we would love in the right area for our family of four. Rebecca was truly awesome in her constant search to find us the right place. She showed us house after house in a condensed time frame, helped us work through which areas would best meet our needs, and in the end helped us get considerably more house for our money than we ever expected. Her knowledge of the Bay Area market proved invaluable. Her calm, confidence and willingness to go the extra mile to research, negotiate, and work out timing for our situation make her someone we will recommend and call upon again."

Buying a home in Berkeley is challenging under the best of circumstances, and my eventual purchase…read morewas anything but typical. An unexpected opportunity arose to buy a home off-market, and Amy and Dana immediately jumped in to help me navigate a process that required strategy, creativity, and thoughtful judgment. Throughout the entire experience, I felt like I had true advisors in my corner. I'm a very analytical person, and I make decisions by digging deeply into the details. Amy and Dana never made me feel like I was "too much." They happily worked through spreadsheets, estimates, renovation costs, and countless questions with me. At the same time, they were excellent at helping me zoom back out and focus on what actually mattered. They helped me understand which issues were significant, which were simply part of owning an older Berkeley home, and where it made sense to spend my mental energy. They also understood my practical priorities and consistently steered me away from properties with risks I knew I wanted to avoid, such as fault, fire, or slide zones and homes with features likely to create long-term maintenance concerns. One of the moments that best demonstrates their expertise came during negotiations. The seller had unrealistic pricing expectations, and my instinct was to try to persuade her with market data and comparable sales. Amy and Dana understood both the market and the seller far better than I did. They advised me to step back and let the seller come to us. It was completely counter to my instincts, but I trusted them--and they were right. Their strategy ultimately led to the seller reducing the price before we went under contract and then negotiating an additional reduction after inspections uncovered significant issues. During the negotiation and escrow process, my father was hospitalized and ultimately passed away. Amy and Dana could not have been more compassionate or supportive. They took so much off my plate, kept everything moving, and gave me the space to focus on my family during an incredibly difficult time. I will always be grateful for that. Even after closing, they've continued to be an incredible resource--connecting me with trusted contractors, answering countless homeowner questions, helping me think through sequencing and prioritizing work on the house, and generously sharing their knowledge. They're knowledgeable, strategic, responsive, practical, and genuinely enjoyable to work with. They also have a great sense of humor, which made an often stressful process much more manageable. More than anything, I came away feeling that this wasn't just a successful transaction--it was the beginning of a long-term relationship with advisors I trust. I recommend Amy and Dana wholeheartedly to anyone looking to buy or sell a home!

Amy and her team are amazing. They are realistic, informed and very hard workers. I would…read morerecommend this team to anyone selling their home in Oakland. Amy goes above and beyond what I expected from a selling agent and I would work with them again in a heartbeat.

Carol made buying a house easy…read more This was the 3rd home I had purchased. The other 2 times, I was married. My ex husband worked directly with the realtor and bank. He used the same realtor for both transactions. This time, I wanted to find a different realtor. A true fresh start. I heard great things about Carol and saw that she had several positive Yelp listings. The minute I met her, I realized that I was getting superior service -- the likes I had not experienced before. Carol wants to help people find homes that they can afford - a place for folks to root and become part of the community. She made sure to talk to me about Mello Roos - something I was unfamiliar with and depending on the home we found -- could make qualifying difficult. Every comp she pulled, she made sure to review the tax expectations with me. We visited a home that I fell in love with. It was beautiful. But Carol keenly picked up on the neighboring tree roots that had taken over the back yard. She provided risk assessment and gave me ideas to mitigate risk -- should I intend to put an offer on the house. We ended up NOT going for that property. I appreciate her calling that to my attention. It was clear to me at that time that Carol is not motivated by the size of her commission - she wants to help people find the RIGHT home. Carol has established relationships with builders and property assessment vendors. This trusted relationship provided me as her client quick turn around of information and opportunities. She is respected by her peers. Even the sellers of my home loved working with Carol and would have tried to snatch her from me, if they could have :). Carol worked with my Lender effortlessly. This was a new Lender for her to work with and she was incredibly efficient with her communication. We did not have any transaction delays because they worked so well together (HOMESTREET LENDING -- awesome place!). Carol picked up her phone when I texted or called. When you are in the middle of a real estate transaction - you want to be able to get a hold of your realtor quickly. Thank you Carol for never leaving me alone with my spinning questions :) If you are looking for a realtor -- I assume you are looking for someone to help you navigate through this process (which changes depending on the market) and you need a partner who will look out for YOUR best interest. Someone who will represent you. I assume that you need to trust and have confidence in your agent. I had this with Carol -- I would highly recommend her to ANYONE looking to purchase or sell a property. She knows a great deal about her market and how to treat her customers. Happy Hunting!

After relocating overseas, I thought it would be extremely difficult to sell my home without being…read morein the country. Carol was not only extremely friendly and professional, she went above and beyond to help me find the right contractors and materials needed to update the home without blowing out the budget. She helped me every step of the way and I would wholeheartedly recommend her to my friends and family because I know she would provide the same amazing level of service to them.

Sarah was our realtor for our first home purchase and she was absolutely amazing! She educated us…read moreon the process overall and made sure everything she came across that met our requirements was on our radar. Throughout the entire process Sarah was super-responsive which was very important to us and we genuinely felt as though she was just as invested in finding the right place for us as we were. Sarah was great - HIGHLY recommend her for anyone looking for a home either seriously or casually.

Sarah is the best!!! She truly heard everything we were looking for in purchasing our first home!…read moreShe was the ultimate go getter and was always one step ahead of us on all fronts. She guided us with our decision making while at the same time following our lead and never pressuring us to jump on something we didn't feel was right for us. 100% recommend Sarah, we miss her already!