Working with Anna to sell our property in San Francisco was an excellent experience. She did a…read morephenomenal job navigating us through the entire process. Anna is honest, dependable, and incredibly hardworking. She gave us expert guidance that helped us make the best decisions both before listing and all the way through the sale. We are very happy with her services and would absolutely work with her again!

People often compare hard things to "buying a house." Well, there's a reason for that - it's hard,…read moretricky, and in San Francisco, filled with just about as much red tape as you can imagine. That's why you need a realtor who gets all of the nuances while still making it fun and easy. Enter Anna Coles. My husband and I recently navigated the high-stakes San Francisco market with her, selling our place in North Beach and buying our forever home in Duboce Triangle, and Anna was our absolute rock throughout the entire journey. On the selling side, Anna is a powerhouse. She stepped in and immediately took the reins, coordinating everything from painters to stagers with a level of precision that blew us away. Her marketing was so spot-on that we were pending sale within a single week. The purchase of our new home was anything but simple: it was a high-stress, complicated deal with shifting timelines and appliance issues. Anna handled every single moving part with total composure. She kept us calm, kept us updated, and jumped in with such dedication that we felt like her only clients. She truly saved the day and got us into a home we plan to stay in forever. If you are looking for an agent who is brilliant, proactive, and deeply cares about her clients, hire Anna Coles immediately!

We recently worked with Laura to pull market comparables for our home in San Francisco, and the…read moreexperience was exceptional. We initially connected with her through our business school alumni network and already knew of her stellar reputation, as she had successfully helped two of our friends navigate their own home puchases/ sales in the city. The current SF market is moving incredibly fast--especially with the recent AI boom--and because inventory is so tight, finding accurate comps for a unique property can be a challenge. We had done a significant amount of "homework" before reaching out, but Laura's insight was invaluable. After working with her for a week, we were impressed by her market knowledge-- the data was well-supported by nuanced judgement that confirmed our own research and gave us much-needed confidence in our valuation. Ultimately, we decided not to put our home on the market at this time, but this process gave us a glimpse into the level of professionalism and expertise Laura brings to a real transaction. We would not hesitate to recommend her to any of our friends or colleagues looking for a sharp, reliable RE advisor in San Francisco.

Laura is a sensational Realtor! As far as selling my property, it was the first time selling a…read morehouse on my own, and Laura walked me through the entire process, explained everything that needed signing, etc. She connected me with an excellent team of refinishers, painters, stager, etc., to spruce up the rather drab interior and exterior of my house. She stayed within my budget, too. My house sold quickly and for a price I was very pleased with. As far as buying a property, I wanted find a 2 Bd/2 Ba condo in SF, or barring that, a very roomy 1 Bd/Ba. Laura found a centrally-located 2/2 that is within my budget and that I am thrilled about. Laura is highly accessible and an excellent communicator. She has stayed in touch after the sale to ensure everything is all right. All together, an amazing Realtor!

We've had the pleasure of working with Lamisse and her fantastic team on both the buying and…read moreselling sides of SF real estate, and we can say without hesitation--they are absolutely incredible. We sold our home during particularly challenging conditions, and Lamisse and her team moved swiftly. She has exceptional taste in terms of staging and advising on upgrades necessary to enhance the aesthetics of the home to ensure our home would look compelling. On the buy side, navigating the San Francisco market is no small feat, yet Lamisse managed to uncover a true gem--our dream home in a dream location--even in one of the most competitive markets to date (during COVID). Every step of the way, Lamisse was our steady guide. She encouraged us, stayed calm under pressure, and truly listened. Her deep knowledge of SF real estate, coupled with her strategic expertise, made all the difference. It's clear that she is a deeply respected professional in the area--and her connections were critical in our purchase. She even recommended that we can offer a bit less than we thought we needed to, which highlights her integrity and care to this process. We are beyond grateful to Lamisse and her team for going above and beyond for us, and we wholeheartedly recommend them to anyone looking to buy or sell in San Francisco.

The whole Droubi team was excellent and so easy to work with!!! Our house sold for way over asking…read moreprice and we would not have gotten this without the Droubi team. 100% recommend them

Janice was extremely helpful with assisting with my grandmothers estate in San Francisco. We had…read moreinherited it but didn't know what to do. She presented options, gave us personal as well as professional insight and made sure we were comfortable in our choices. When all was said and done, we walked away pleasantly surprised and more than happy with the services rendered. I can heartily recommend her

Janice Lee - Highly Recommended Realtor This is my first…read moretime writing a review about a realtor -- or anyone, really. I worked with Janice Lee and had a great experience. She's professional, calm, and never pushy. Janice offers thoughtful suggestions and knows how to negotiate effectively without any pressure. What I appreciated most is that she respects your independence -- she doesn't try to babysit you. She'll give clear advice, encourage you to visit open houses on your own, and once you find something you like, she'll step in and do her best to make it happen. Highly recommend her to anyone looking for a reliable, honest, and experienced realtor who truly looks out for your best interests. -- Leung

Laura and her team were incredible to work with as a first time homebuyer, and I can't think of…read moreanybody else that comes close to their level of expertise and professionalism. I was referred to them via a professional connection who trusted her with many deals in the past, and I can say it was also a 10/10 in my case. As you may know, the SF Bay Area is a competitive market, and it's quite a grind to gather all the paperwork, assemble an offer, let alone have it be accepted and go through a seamless close. It's a stressful situation for most including myself, but Laura and her team was on top of things throughout the process. Where do I start? Well, I can sit here and type for days raving about my experience, but I'll cut to the chase: Laura, Lexie, Ty etc. were incredibly friendly and personable, they responded to questions (texts, calls, emails, whatever!) pretty quickly and in great detail. That alone establishes trust, especially for such a high value and emotional purchase - your home. Laura never pushed or persuaded me on any listings we toured. In fact, she came in with a fresh perspective on "risk"s and things to watch out for as a buyer (the condition of the floors, the floorplans / layout, the neighbors / neighborhood in general, modifications allowed, permit history etc.) which I greatly appreciate given I had no prior experience and doing this the first time. Once we settled on places we'd like to place an offer for, she and her team pounced on getting all the docs lined up in time - pulling permit histories etc. to make sure there aren't any unexpected snags. She and her team were extremely communicative throughout the process, navigating counteroffers and just hustling it out. I just felt they really went above and beyond here. Once we were in contract, Laura, Lexie and Ty coordinated all remaining work (secondary inspections, loose fixtures, clogged sinks, deep clean prior to move in, extra paint / garbage removal etc.) to make my move-in significantly more seamless and stress-free. Some of these were done by the seller / seller's agent, in which she handled all communication promptly to have them addressed before the closing date. Others we did a day or two after close, but the appointments were so well managed ahead of time. Also, some folks who came by the place to do the work only had nice things to say about her and her team. Honestly I can't imagine anybody else doing it this well as Laura's!

Laura and her team were amazing. She was right on in her approach and recommendations for preparing…read moreand selling our home in San Mateo Park. We had a terrific outcome and were 'saved' many times over by the members of Laura's team guiding us through paperwork, repairs, handoffs and connections for support services. Laura was always calm, cool, collected and kept things fun. We absolutely recommend her.

I'm old enough to remember the first dot.com boom and subsequent bust in the late 90's/early 2K's…read more During the boom, I was a struggling actor/bartender renting a room in San Francisco apartment. Our building was purchased and we were bought out. The buyout was fair enough but all that I could afford was living in a loft situation with about 12 other strangers. During the next year I remember having to move 6 times for an assortment of reasons. I got really good at moving but didn't like it one bit. Fast forward to 13 years ago. I moved into a magnificent Victorian apartment building in San Francisco whose owner/caretakers had created a rich history of community, philanthropy, and sanctuary since 1971. Nothing lasts forever and sadly the owners' time on this plane was soon to be gone. I received notice of intentions for the building to be put on the market.... Almost immediately I had flashbacks of how tasking the moving process was. I now had 13 years of stuff to sift through and didn't have the bandwidth to add house-hunting to my daily schedule. I work for a housing nonprofit and had no additional capacity to stare at a computer on a hunt for listings, send and respond to emails, schedule viewings, follow up, and apply. Then I remembered back in my younger days that my friend Joe (who was ahead of his time) hired me on to help him with his start-up relocation service. He called it Living Spaces. I was in a place where I could afford to hire a relocation agency and perused the different businesses in the Bay Area. Having the experience of moving multiple times in a short time, as well as being self-aware enough to know which creature comforts were and weren't important, I knew how to move forward. After some research I hired Move Bay Area. I'm so glad I did! I initially spoke with Lisa & Amy to assess my needs and what Move Bay Area offered. I let them know that I was going to take this transition as an opportunity to move back to the East Bay. I was then partnered with Michelle S.. Michelle was on it from the get go. We agreed to a 1-Day Viewing Package, which was going to be straight forward, quick, and intense. She created a personalized online folder for me to upload important information and documents to have ready when it came time to apply. In the weeks leading up to our viewing day, she compiled a list of properties for me to review and prioritize - offering her insight on amenities, logistics, and perks. Michelle was also receptive to feedback and pushed me (thankfully) to expand my priorities and price points. On the day of, we drove all over, visiting Jack London Square, Temescal, Adams Point, and Piedmont, among other areas. Once I finalized my top 3 listings Michelle helped guide me through the application process. Michelle really is a gem. Personable, funny, smart, sharp, and generous with her knowledge. I fell in love with the second listing we visited. I applied, moved in, and am sitting in my new home office on my 3rd morning here - at home. I'm so glad that I contacted Move Bay Area. Thanks Michelle! BRAVO!!

Believe these reviews! Val, Lisa and the team at MBA provided me "white glove" service from first…read morecontact until lease signing. And I was not easy - I had a very specific set of criteria and this is a very tight leasing market in SF. Val showed me at least 20 places - in person, seven days a week - before we finally found the right fit. Always with a smile and professionalism. Most importantly, I am positive I got the place I did because Val made the effort to reach out to the owner in advance of her open house and make a pitch for why I'd be the best tenant for her. This extra effort sealed the deal in my opinion. Seriously, I cannot recommend this firm more highly to navigate a very unique real estate rental market.

Samantha and her team for the job done for us!…read more Before any referrals, by chance we met Samantha at an open house while we were in our window shopping phase. We were impressed with her approachability and professionalism. It crossed our mind to work with her as our exclusive buying agent then. Later, we found out several of our friends also successfully bought with Samantha in San Francisco so we decided to reach out. The process was simple, we met on a zoom call and shared what our preferences and deal breakers were. Four months later and we closed in the sunset district! We never felt pressured and Samantha kept us positive and kept us engaged as the market competitiveness can be disheartening at times.

Samantha helped me through every step of the process of selling my home and purchasing a new one…read more Thanks to her expertise and strategy, my house sold for $170K over the asking price in less than a week after listing. She also helped create professional marketing videos and promoted the property on social media, which brought in great exposure and strong offers. On top of that, her team was incredible , they helped refresh and prepare my house within just a few weeks before listing, making it look its best for buyers. I truly feel blessed to have had Samantha as my agent. I highly recommend her to anyone looking to sell or buy a home. Her professionalism, dedication, and amazing team made the entire experience smooth and successful.

We met Tracy during an open house in Bernal Heights and were immediately struck by how welcoming…read moreand genuine she was. She took the time to understand exactly what we were looking for, and after she shared her honest perspective on a few properties, we realized she had a great grasp on the San Francisco real estate market. Throughout our search, Tracy was responsive and flexible, meeting us exactly where we were in the process. She is incredibly knowledgeable about construction and renovations, and connected us with a network of professionals who helped us through pre-approval to post-closing. If you are looking for a home in San Francisco, you won't regret working with Tracy!

Tracy has exceptional knowledge of the market. She created strategies to meet my needs when my…read moretimelines changed. She is very resourceful. If I needed a contractor or vendor for anything, she had a list of people I could contact; she was also willing to manage projects in the home when I needed her help. Selling the house was an emotional journey for me; Tracy was empathetic and reduced stress wherever possible. No question was too small, she explained details that I didn't understand. I appreciated her fast responses and check ins. She is a great listener, highly perceptive, and met needs I didn't know I had. I highly recommend her, she is steadfast, devoted, and a great negotiator. Thank you, Tracy!