We contacted Michael and Richard (at a friend's suggestion) to help us buy our first home. Right from the start, we felt comfortable with them and felt that we could trust them. They were always on top of things: finding us listings that fit our budget/criteria, making time to show us places right away, presenting extremely detailed analyses of each condo we looked at, completing paperwork quickly, making all kinds of follow-up calls for us, and fighting with banks to get us the best deal possible.
For example, we ended up offering on a foreclosed condo, which was to be sold as-is. But the place was trashed! Disgusting bathrooms, kitchen, and flooring, holes in the ceiling, and a front door that had a hole in it. Michael and Richard would not stand for this, they fought and fought until the bank went back in to clean out the trash and make the necessary repairs. I don't think I know anyone more persistent and dedicated than these two awesome realtors!
To put it bluntly, Michael and Richard know their stuff. They studied the market daily for us, they were constantly digging up any piece of research on any properties we were interested in, they gave us tons of information on different areas in San Diego, info on what was important in buying a home and buying into certain parts of town, so much priceless advice on how to plan for such a huge commitment and how to successfully see it through. We really felt lucky having their combined experience and knowledge.
Looking back, one of the best things they could do for us was be our shoulder to cry on, our ear to listen when we were so afraid of buying a home, someone that was always there to patiently answer our hundreds of questions, no matter how big or small. Michael and Richard really made a huge investment of time and energy into our goal of buying our first home. And we feel that they always did have our best interests at heart. We honestly could not have gotten through this crazy, tedious, and lengthy process without their guidance and experience.
We love our new condo and have been recommending Michael and Richard to everyone we know. One day...we'll be bugging them again to find a house! read more