As the owner of a local home inspection company with over 20 years serving the Santa Barbara…read morecommunity, I've had the opportunity to work with Kyle Richardson and The Richardson Team on hundreds of real estate transactions over the years, and they are among the most knowledgeable and professional real estate teams in Santa Barbara. One of the things that stands out most is the generational depth of experience behind their work. Their understanding of the Santa Barbara market comes from decades of professional stewardship serving local real estate clients, and that depth of knowledge shows in the high-caliber guidance and strategy they bring to each transaction. I've been involved in many of their transactions over the years and have seen firsthand how much they prioritize transparency and truly advocate for their clients. They take the time to ensure buyers and sellers fully understand the condition of a property and the decisions they are making along the way, always advocating for their clients' best interests at every step. The Richardson Team represents the very best of professionalism in our local real estate community. I'm always glad when we have the opportunity to work together and would confidently recommend them to anyone buying or selling a home in Santa Barbara. -- Shelby Hendrix HouseMaster Home Inspections

Kyle and Mike are fantastic! They masterfully handled a complex sale involving four sellers and…read moremultiple offers. Super responsive, highly creative with their strategies, and a total pleasure to work with. I highly recommend them and would definitely use them again in the future.

Kendrick Guehr has consistently proven himself one of the most professional, attentive, and…read moredetail-oriented real estate agents I've had the pleasure to work with over the years. As a home inspector and owner of the largest home inspection company in Santa Barbara, I am involved in a high volume of real estate transactions, and the quality of the agent makes a noticeable difference in how smoothly a deal moves from listing to closing. Kendrick is exceptionally proactive and thorough. He consistently reviews inspection reports, anticipates potential issues early, and works closely with all parties to ensure nothing is overlooked. From coordinating access and timelines to following up on documentation and details, he stays ahead of the issues that commonly delay real estate transactions. What truly sets Kendrick apart is his team of trusted contractors and handymen. When repairs or improvements are needed, Kendrick is able to mobilize his team at rocket speed, getting work completed efficiently and correctly, often faster than I've seen any other agent accomplish. This level of responsiveness and execution is rare and makes a significant difference in keeping escrows on track. Having worked with countless real estate agents throughout my career, Kendrick Guehr is someone I trust and highly recommend to anyone buying or selling real estate in Santa Barbara, Montecito, Goleta or Hope Ranch. His professionalism, organization, and ability to get things done quickly truly set him apart in the local real estate market.

Kendrick was patient, responsive and professional. He is very perceptive and quickly picked up on…read morewhat we were looking for in a property. This was the smoothest real estate transaction that we have ever experienced. Kendrick has a great sense of humor. We had fun! Without hesitation we highly recommend Kendrick. Linda and John

Daniel and his team are one of our favorite referral partners in the Santa Barbara area. Anytime we…read moreh ave San Diego clients relocating to that area, he's at the top of our list to refer them to. His team is very tech savvy while still delivering the personal touch needed when our clients are buying multi-million dollar properties. If you're looking for a solid agent in the area, you need to speak to Daniel!

Daniel and his team are amazing marketers, and care deeply about doing what is right for their…read moreclients. I highly recommend.

I really enjoyed working with Dave to sell my home. He made the process extremely easy and the sale…read morewas a total success. I felt well represented and well informed throughout the entire process. Dave helped me each step of the way and was always available for questions. Dave knows the Goleta area very well and I feel confident Dave got me the best price for my home. I would highly recommend him!

This is a genuine guy. I had several questions about the area and the prospects of purchasing in…read moremy price range and regarding a listing he had. David was the most patient person to speak to and very knowledgable about the area and what is available and possible...all the ins and outs and good and bad news. I left my information for him without a doubt that he is an excellent realtor and will watch out for my interests. This is a human to feel confident about. I look forward to working with him in the near future.

Steve Epstein with the Epstein Partners is simply exceptional. His market knowledge, dedication,…read moreand professionalism make the real estate experience effortless and rewarding. With Epstein Partners your home buying/selling experience will be smooth and stress-free. If you're looking for a real estate agent who goes above and beyond, Steve Epstein is the one to trust!

11/15/18 follow up: Steve contacted me today (3.5 months later) to say that the person who called…read moreme from India was not actually authorized to do so. Original review 8/1/18: It was really annoying that Steve had completely clueless boiler room people in India call me on my cell phone to see "how your for sale by owner listing is doing". Just FYI Steve, if I wanted help with my listing, I would call one of my many good friends who are realtors.

David was invaluable in helping us sell our house. He managed inspections, repairs, and all the…read morenecessary steps to get the house ready for sale. He also has a great knowledge of the specifics of real estate in the Santa Barbara area which helped us understand how to correctly price our home for sale.

When I moved to Santa Barbara nine years ago, I didn't know a soul. My Palo Alto real estate agent…read moreput me in touch with David Magid of Village Properties. David helped me to discover the benefits of various Santa Barbara neighborhoods (proximity to the beaches, walkability to downtown restaurants and shopping). When I mentioned my desire to plant a tropical garden, David showed me a house with a spectacular front yard tree, and a backyard large enough to grow my own "mini-Lotusland". Thank you, David, for being an extraordinarily GREAT listener, and for finding me a GREAT house in a beautiful location - with wonderful neighbors to boot! Aloha!

We had an outstanding experience working with Jessie Sessions as our realtor. She helped us find…read morethe perfect home. From the very beginning, she truly had our best interests at heart and represented us thoughtfully and professionally throughout the entire transaction. Jessie's knowledge of Santa Barbara neighborhoods is exceptional, and she guided us with confidence and clarity as we searched for the right home. She also connected us with top-notch inspectors and trusted professionals, helping us feel confident that the home we chose was solid and well vetted. Since we're new to town, it's been especially helpful that she continues to share great local referrals even after closing. What really sets Jessie apart is her genuine care. After we moved in, she even checked on us during a large storm to make sure the house was doing okay--something you don't often see once a transaction is complete. Jessie is smart, personable, and incredibly easy to work with. There was never any pressure--just steady guidance, honest insight, and a sincere desire to help us make the best decision for our family. As a professional home stager who works with many real estate agents, I don't say this lightly: Jessie is truly top of the heap. We feel very lucky to have had her on our side and would recommend her without hesitation.

My wife and I recently purchased a home in Summerland with Jessie's help. The move was quite the…read moreendeavor as we were moving from the east coast, and we had limited opportunities to house hunt in person. I was impressed right away with how Jessie took the time to get to know us and our style so we could make the best of our trip(s) to see homes. Buying a home in a city you don't know can be daunting. Jessie clearly knows Santa Barbara block-by-block, and her guidance helped us find the home we always dreamed of. We were very happy with her during the escrow/closing period as well. She had a list of inspectors and contractors we were very happy to work with. On top of all of this, Jessie is a delight to do business with. If you are looking to buy or sell in Santa Barbara, I would highly recommend you go with her.

Outstanding service with a big smile that never ended. Our Best experience ever with a realtor…read more Prompt and professional, Johannes treated us like his favorite relatives.

From the owner: I find great pleasure in helping people reach their real estate goals by making the listing/selling…read moreand new purchase transaction process go smoothly with over 30 years combined experience on our real estate team. Call me now to find out what your home is worth and how quick we can sell it & If you are looking for your dream home in Santa Barbara county I can help you with that too. We specialize in assistance with Short Sale and Foreclosure prevention (SFR) as well as helping seniors downsize and/or move into assisted living facilities. (SRES)