Trisha and Michael are the ultimate professional team! They made selling our house easy. We were…read morehesitant to make certain changes (colors, flooring changes, painting cabinets, etc) and they gave us statistics that clearly showed that their recommended enhancements to our house would not only increase the price but also make it sell faster. Professional, friendly and caring every step of the way. They developed a marketing plan and produced a very high tech website and "slick" brochures to promote our house. Even when they were traveling in Europe, they checked in with us daily and made sure that the selling process remained on track and on time. They orchestrated a three-day open house event that was way beyond that of a traditional open house. Their marketing brought in people from 50 miles away. They were clearly correct with their initial recommended changes as the house sold within 5 days of the open house and significantly over the asking price. We HIGHLY recommend them. You would be wise to have them on your side as either a buying or selling agent.

Buying or selling a home in the Bay Area can be overwhelming, but Michael and Trisha make it feel…read moreclear, organized, and surprisingly calm. This was my second time working with them, and once again they were fantastic. They are a true one-stop shop, handling everything from financing to selling and purchasing. They helped me understand what I could afford, secured great rates, and were always available to answer questions. No juggling multiple people or playing middle person--everything just flowed. What really sets them apart is how well they explain real estate jargon and fine print, provide timely guidance, and help you make confident decisions. They even walk you through possible outcomes so you know what to expect. Their advice has been spot-on. A perfect example was my 2025 home sale during a softening California market. Based on their guidance, I stayed the course and received two offers after one open house, selling above asking while other homes nearby struggled. On top of being incredibly knowledgeable, they're genuinely supportive and bring such positive energy to what can be a stressful process. I moved out of California after my sale and honestly wish they covered my new state--I'll miss working with them and wouldn't hesitate to choose them again for round three.

In early 2025, I decided to start looking to purchase my first home. I started my homebuying…read morejourney with a real estate agent who did not seem to care about what i was looking for and I quickly gave up. Later in the year, I reached out to Erika and I instantly felt like I was with somebody who really wanted to help me find my home. She also introduced me to a loan agent who helped guide me through the qualification process all the way through to the purchase of my home. Erika is patient and understanding. When we were looking at houses together, she pointed out things to look for, whether good or bad. It was a learning experience and I'm glad I went through it with somebody like Erika. If I ever buy or sell, I hope I will be able to work with her again. I would recommend her to anybody who is buying or selling their home. I've been in my house for over 6 months now and I'm still so happy. I'm so appreciative of Erika.

My husband and I were first time homebuyers, looking to stay in Santa Cruz. Erika is incredible…read more Her market knowledge and negotiation skills helped us find the right home at the right price! She is patient, always available to answer questions, and guided us through every step of the process. We had a complicated sale, and Erika navigated the challenges masterfully! We couldn't be happier with the outcome. We sealed the deal, and purchased our first home earlier this month, and yes, in Santa Cruz!Just in time for the holidays! Thank you, Erika! My family is forever grateful.

I am submitting this review on behalf of my mother, who was Lauren's client…read more "I first heard about Lauren Spencer from my daughter when she sold her house in Santa Cruz. Lauren was the agent representing the buyer, and my daughter was so impressed with her professionalism that she recommended her to me when it was time for me to move. Lauren and her associate represented me when I was looking for a home closer to my daughter. They paid attention to what I was looking for and were patient and sensitive to my needs as I looked at many properties. They gave knowledgeable and honest advice about making an offer and guided me through the process of escrow and closing. I really got to know Lauren well when she represented me as the seller of my mountain home of 40 years. She knew exactly what upgrades were needed in order to maximize its sale potential. I invested in her expert advice as she brought in high quality professionals from her many local contacts to transform its dated interior into something more modern that would appeal to today's buyers. She has an extensive marketing program, using a crew of excellent stagers, photographers, and multimedia advertisers. Not only did I get an excellent price for my home, but I have the satisfaction of knowing that I was represented by someone of the highest integrity and decency. Lauren is an exceptional realtor and a wonderful person. I highly recommend her to anyone looking to buy or sell a home."

Lauren's calm and expertise helped guide my Mom through the sale of our family home. She was…read morepatient and kind throughout the whole process, and above all, professional. Lauren gave advice on prepping the home for sale, but she was also a great listener, making sure my mom felt ready and prepared throughout. We are thankful to have worked with Lauren and her team.

Selling Real Estate is a whirlwind of experience and takes a professional to navigate in this…read moreSilicon Valley Market. Anne Reyes, did this for us with ease, and human understanding of what we as sellers had to go through. Her organization skills with spreadsheets and dates on what to do, ease our anxiety in the process. On the back end she worked on marketing, coordinated the vendors for repairs and inspections, her expertise with contracts and disclosures, negotiation skills and pricing strategy exceeded our expectations. Even when the house was turned over to the buyer, her service and ability to be reached was still immediately responsive. Experience was hands down the basis of our success in selling at our expected price. We voiced out that we wanted to enjoy the home after the sale and presented us with a free rent back for a month. Anne is knowledgeable, professional and an absolute pleasure to work with - This why we would highly recommend her services. She is down to earth and easy to talk to, yet impactful given her exceptional real estate knowledge.

Anne is amazing, has served as my property manager for over 4 years and is meticulous with details…read moreand taking care of tenants. She has placed amazing people over the years and I sleep well knowing she's taking care of my property and the tenants . Can not recommend enough, especially as I have worked with other property managers . She's the best hands down

Jill was amazing! She is an expert in the real estate field and very easy to work with. My wife and…read moreI were first time home buyers. She immediately picked up on our likes and dislikes as we visited multiple houses. There was no pressure and there was a genuine interest from her to help us find a house that had our needs near our budget. Thanks Jill!

Jill and Colleen are in a word: amazing. My husband and I are first time homebuyers and we expected…read moreit to be an extremely stressful time of our lives, but they made the process seamless. I was instantly put at ease from my first introductory phone call with Jill. Her expertise in the real estate industry and the area helped my husband and I understand what we really needed to feel at home in a new house. Every step of the way Jill made sure to be transparent and communicative on what to expect and what items we needed to be prepared for. I feel like I have known Jill and Colleen forever even though it's been just over a month. We can't thank them enough for helping us close our first home!

We were honestly starting to feel like staying in the Bay Area just wasn't going to be possible for…read moreus. The market felt overwhelming, and we weren't sure how we were going to make it work. Then we connected with Pamala--and everything changed. From the very beginning, Pamala brought a level of professionalism, knowledge, and calm confidence that immediately put us at ease. She took the time to truly understand what we needed, guided us through every step of the process, and never made us feel rushed or pressured. What stood out most was how much she genuinely cared. Pamala went above and beyond to help us secure our home. We're incredibly grateful for her hard work and dedication, and we give Pamala Meador our highest recommendation!

We have not been direct clients of Pamala. We were helping our recently widowed neighbor navigate…read morethrough a very difficult time. When, Terry, our neighbor, was no longer able to live independently, Pamala became the listing agent for the sale of her home. Pamala is an amazing problem solver with a tenacious ability to get things accomplished. We were amazed to see how she navigated through this troubled listing overcoming all odds. You can be sure that we will choose Pamala to list our home when the time comes.

Diana was such a helpful, kind, and have your back realtor. She helped my wife and I purchase a…read morehome and made the whole process significantly less stressful. She spent her time reading through documents with us and ensuring we understood every document we signed. If something looked off she was quick to figure out what it was and how would correct it or explain it simply to us. We are so thankful for her!! If you need a realtor look no further, she's the one.

To the Dufur Mayer Group…read more.. Diana & Jori, My heart is full at the result of the process of selling our family's beloved property. You took us by the hand (LONG DISTANCE!!!) & always gave us confidence that nothing was IMpossible. And WE gave you experience to wade through the most unique Grant Deed ever written! What a challenge. Thank you for your professionalism, for the stellar updates, for your warmth, for your tender care, for handling Bugs, for being there for inspections & other service providers, for figuring out how to work the door lock, for installing carbon monoxide detectors, for getting us mail that arrived & for joining us in the joy. AND for getting us more money than we expected, when starting out on the journey. Thanks so much for your help & hard work. With thankful hearts, Nicolette & Family

Diane Baty is the best! Her commitment and expertise is evident from beginning to end. She made the…read morecomplicated process of selling our mother's home seamless and less stressful. Diane walked us through the process with consideration and professionalism. She was always available for my questions, thoroughly explained the numerous required forms, set up inspections, and made suggestions for a quick sale. It was a pleasure working with Diane. I can recommend her with complete confidence.

If you want to have a realtor who will be personable and effective, you want to have Diane in your…read morecorner. From our very first phone call, I felt Diane was very genuine as she took her time to talk to me. Diane is also fast at responding texts and or emails, and that's extremely important to me. As a first-time home buyer, she also took the time to explain to me the process, answered my questions throughly and told me to let her know if I still needed help. She also makes you feel validated and is very professional. I am glad she was my realtor in this very important purchase. She was also extremely helpful with other things that had to be handled once we closed escrow. Again, if you want a realtor who cares and is efficient, she is the agent you want.