Mina helped me and my husband land our first home in Century City. It was a long journey going…read morethrough so many houses in west LA, but Mina was always ready and enthusiastic to guide us - from initial house showing to the offering process. Working with her is like working with a good friend. She's honest, thorough and most importantly , we never felt pushed to make the big purchase. I would highly recommend Mina and would work with her again!

Mina was incredible helping us buy our first home!…read more Huge thanks to Mina for making our first home purchase in Culver City such a smooth and positive experience! She was incredibly patient with all our newbie questions, always gave us quick responses ( even after hours!), and handled everything with total professionalism. Mina was so helpful every step of the way - from finding places to closing - and was genuinely a pleasure to deal with, calm and helpful even when things got stressful. We highly recommend Mina, especially to first-time buyers. She's amazing! Thank you, Mina!

Tami and her team were a pleasure to work with. We had very specific options that we were looking…read morefor and also had a somewhat complicated time schedule, and they all went the extra mile to provide truly excellent service and good council when it came to selecting our new home they were a pleasure to work with in every aspect of the transaction

Tami was there for every step and always on my side, not pushing to just get any sale, but to get…read morewhat I wanted. She was very responsive & none of my inane questions were ignored. Excellent agent & good person!

Ray is amazing! Honestly, I generally don't even like real estate agents…read more.. Ray deserves 6 stars. I couldn't be his client because I was looking for a leasing agent and his firm doesn't provide the service. Regardless, he took so much time and care to educate me on the LA market and helping guide me in a meaningful way. If I am ever in need of the Realty services he offers, I will immediately contact him. My future self will be thankful to him for getting to save the time on searching.

Ray Lyon has to be the most spectacular realtor anyone could ever hope for. We had interviewed…read moreseveral realtors in the West LA area to help sell our family home while we were quite a distance away. At our initial meeting we could tell that Ray was a straight shooter, insanely knowledgeable on all things real estate with deep expertise regarding the Westside and how to achieve the ideal outcome beyond all expectations. We put our trust in Ray, followed his guidance every step of the way and WOW the results were exceptional ! Ray made what could have been a very challenging process a simply amazing experience. We needed painting done, yup, he took care of that well below what it would have cost us, needed a plumber, yup he got that too, wait we needed to move all the furniture....OMG he got that done, multiple times saving us countless trips and expense hiring our own professionals....We saved thousands simply by working with Ray AND to top it off his strategy to sell the home was brilliant ( a bit scary but we went with it); resulting in a crazy fast sale, not to mention an ultimate offer and closing price that was approx 200K OVER the asking price. We never expected that but once again Ray delivered so far beyond our expectations. Rays the real deal, no one can top his super service and outstanding results. I never really saw the value of any realtor over several past home sales but holy cow...this was different. If you are searching for a realtor go no further. We highly recommend Ray as the very best you will ever find if you are looking to list or purchase a home. WOOOHOOOOOOO.....so lucky to have had this entire experience with Ray !

SITAH MAHADEO was referred to us by a friend who had recently closed on their home and raved about…read moreher. As first-time buyers in an incredibly competitive LA market, we never imagined we'd actually be able to purchase a home. I had already interviewed at least 5 realtors, even some from the same agency, and could tell right away that Sitah was different and grounded. Sitah always stayed focused on balancing the best deal for our budget as well as our hopes for a dream home, and we never felt pressured to settle for anything less than what we truly wanted. She communicated constantly, advocated fiercely for us, and supported us through every emotional high and low. We even joked she became our therapist guiding us through expectations. The house we fell in love with had many offers and went through multiple rounds of bidding, but Sitah's persistence, guidance, and deep local expertise helped us craft a winning and creative strategy. When we closed, she genuinely celebrated this milestone with us. We were never just another transaction to her. We couldn't recommend Sitah more.

Ron Melendez with SYG was phenomenal throughout the entire process. Ron reached out within a few…read morehours of my initial inquiry and provided in-depth, data-driven guidance regarding options from listing my property as a rental to selling. What Ron told me ended up being accurate across the board. He knows the Westchester market inside and out. I never felt like Ron was pushing me towards one direction or the other, but rather asked questions to help me decide the best path for me, and then assisted me getting there. Ron and the whole team at SYG were incredibly professional, responsive, and the fees were reasonable. If I need a realtor again in the future, Ron will be my first call.

Dennis did an outstanding job in helping us purchase a condo in the West LA area. His local…read moreknowledge and hard working made a huge difference. He went above and beyond in visiting multiple properties and take detailed videos for us when we were not able to visit ourselves, and provided value assessment and comparison that helped our decision. He has also helped us to find a contractor for renovation after purchase. I would highly recommend Dennis!

Dennis and Vivian are 5 star realtors. They are smart, professional and excellent communicators…read more They put in the extra effort to sell our properties. We were always in the loop during the entire process. I strongly recommend this team to sell your home/property.

Jennifer is an amazing woman She goes way above and beyond on her elite services. Highly…read morerecommended her for lease or selling your property.

Jennie was, by far, the most professional, sincere and honest realtor that we have worked with…read more She was a pleasure to work with and made great suggestions. She sold our home fast and the transaction went very smoothly without any issues. We would highly recommend her if you want to get the job done!

Working with Scott Price was an amazing experience. Scott sold my townhouse in Santa Monica for 10%…read moreover the asking price in only a few days on the market. I honestly couldn't believe the transformation he made to the unit before listing it. Scott has a true artistic eye and knows exactly where to invest money to maximize ROI without wasting time or money on unnecessary repairs. Every improvement he recommended made a huge impact, and the final result exceeded my expectations. Scott is smart, creative, hands-on, and incredibly effective. I'm very grateful for everything he did and look forward to working with him again soon!

I can't say enough great things about my real estate agent, Scott Price. My Ocean Park Santa Monica…read moretownhouse had been rented for 9 years, and when the tenant finally vacated, the property was in rough condition. What initially felt overwhelming became completely manageable thanks to Scott's vision, guidance, and hands-on involvement throughout the entire process. Scott didn't just list the property; he curated the complete transformation of the unit before it went on the market. He helped oversee every detail, including installing beautiful sheer curtains, replacing outdated doorknobs, upgrading every old coffee-colored outlet to clean modern white Decora outlets throughout, selecting and installing 12 new light fixtures, coordinating all new paint, updating the bathrooms with new vanities, faucets, and mirrors, and replacing all of the carpet. The end result was stunning and completely transformed the feel of the home. Most importantly, Scott's strategy and execution delivered incredible results. We received an offer for $101,000 over asking price after just 6 days on the market, and we closed escrow only three weeks later. Truly remarkable, especially in what many would consider a challenging market. Scott is thoughtful, detail-oriented, hardworking, and exceptionally knowledgeable. I'm incredibly grateful for his expertise and would recommend him without hesitation to anyone looking to buy or sell property in Santa Monica.

Vivian is the real deal. She went above and beyond for us, holding multiple open houses--including…read morebroker previews and even evening twilight opens--to make sure our home got the best exposure possible. She also sent out over 5,000 mailers to the surrounding neighborhoods, and every single open house was packed with people, which is no small feat in a slower market. On top of that, Vivian literally went door-to-door in the neighborhood, introducing herself and helping the neighbors feel included in the process of "choosing their next neighbor." Honestly, such a brilliant idea--it made the whole experience more personal and built excitement for the sale. Her hustle paid off: our home ultimately sold for over asking with multiple buyers interested. Vivian and her team have a strong work ethic, and I always found her to be very available whenever we needed her. I've read some of the other reviews out there, but I can only speak from my own experience--and it was excellent. Vivian did a thorough, diligent job while keeping our best interests front and center every step of the way. Thank you, Vivian, for making the process smooth and successful. Highly recommend!

I've worked with Vivian Lesny twice over the past five years--first to sell my family home after a…read moredifficult divorce, and later to buy a condo for myself. What sets Vivian apart is her incredible empathy, especially when navigating emotionally challenging situations. She strikes a perfect balance between being direct and informative, and her approach made both transactions far smoother and less stressful than I anticipated. Vivian is professional, wicked smart, and truly understands her clients' goals and needs--then delivers outstanding results. I would work with her again in a heartbeat, and happily recommend her to anyone searching for a skilled, trustworthy Realtor.

Rachel Bigio and the Tiffany Chin Group are rockstars!!!! My fiancée and I just closed on our very…read morefirst home this week and couldn't be more grateful to our team for their assistance. They made the process enjoyable and painless, treating us with patience and kindness and respect at every turn. We are forever indebted!!!!

We are so glad we chose Rachel as our realtor! From beginning to end, and even now as we renovate,…read moreshe's been an excellent source of support, advice, and guidance as we navigated the market as first-time home buyers. She genuinely loves the work she does and is invested in the process; extremely responsive and patient as we explored different options before narrowing down our search. She wasn't afraid to share her honest opinion, but always in a way that felt helpful, not pushy. She helped us win our offer in a competitive situation and walked us through every step during the escrow period. She also provided great advice on long-term planning and reconciling our current and future needs. We worked with the rest of Rachel's team as well, and every person we interacted with was professional and extremely helpful. We'd recommend her to anyone, especially fellow first-time buyers.

CASSANDRA HEPBURN & HOWARD CHENG with Serene Team…read more Thank you so much for all your help! They have been helping me with this process along the way as a first timer! They always help me with any questions that I have. Not only do they help you but they teach you along the way We are very thankful for you guys! Cassandra! Thank you so much for all you have done! She would drive all the way out to the different homes we wanted to look at and it was far! Cassandra is always on time & makes the walkthroughs very fun but not only that she makes sure things get done Thank you so much! Make sure to ask for Cassandra & or Howard !! Check out their instagrams they have good information & they are all about helping Veterans who need help buying homes!

1-Star Yelp Review for Kyle Draper and Michael Maloney - Serene Team at eXp Realty…read more I never leave public reviews for other real estate agents... because this business can be very challenging. But my experience with Kyle Draper and Michael Maloney, both agents with the Serene Team at eXp Realty, has been consistently disappointing and unprofessional over the past 8+ years. Kyle Draper, who previously worked under my leadership when I was the Team Leader at Keller Williams Downtown LA, withheld a referral commission that was contractually owed to me. He later admitted in writing that he let someone else "keep my cut." I filed a commission dispute and lawsuit, which was dismissed without prejudice due to timing... but his handling of the situation showed a complete lack of professionalism and accountability. Despite that history, and not yet knowing about a vulgar Facebook comment left about me by Michael Maloney, I gave their team another chance. I moved forward on two escrows at my listing at 240 Robinson Street (south of Silver Lake), where Michael brought in buyers. Both buyers failed to perform. Both escrows were mismanaged and filled with errors... costing me and my client time and credibility. Later, I discovered that Michael had left a public comment on my professional Facebook page saying, "F*** off you fraud." When I asked him about it, he denied it and said he was "hacked." Regardless of the excuse, the comment stayed up for months and was visible to clients and colleagues. On top of all that, Kyle Draper cornered one of my partners at an open house and, instead of acting professionally, spent the time talking negatively about me. This has become a pattern... personal attacks, gossip, and backdoor behavior that has no place in a professional real estate transaction. Here's the summary: Withheld referral commission Unprofessional and defamatory public comment by Michael Two failed escrows from unqualified buyers Years of personal and professional attacks If you're working in Los Angeles real estate, especially around Echo Park, Silver Lake, or Downtown LA, I strongly recommend avoiding Kyle Draper and Michael Maloney of the Serene Team at eXp Realty. I wish them the best in life... but I will never do business with them again, and I advise others to proceed with caution. ***UPDATE (June 2025): After I confronted Michael Maloney via text on June 8, 2025 regarding the Facebook defamation, he left eXp Realty the very next day. Kyle Draper left eXp Realty the following day. These facts are confirmed via the California Department of Real Estate. While no explanation has been given, the timing is not coincidental. In response to this review, Kyle Draper publicly commented on Yelp and falsely implied that a lawsuit I filed had no merit. The case (Bramante v. (Ray) Wu, Draper, Peng - Case No. 20STLC07362) was dismissed without prejudice, which means it was never ruled on and remains fully actionable. Draper's statement is intentionally misleading and part of a continuing pattern of professional misrepresentation (I have attached a copy of the actual court case history verifying my comments). I've since issued a formal cease and desist and have begun legal action for defamation, commission theft, tortious interference, and reputational harm. I am posting this to protect others. If you are a buyer, seller, or agent working in Los Angeles, ask questions and do your diligence.