My wife and I, first-time buyers and new to the San Francisco real estate market, were introduced…read moreto Mark through a trusted friend who had worked with him successfully before. Mark took the time to explain the buying process and our options, provided timely information and referred us to his local network of professionals (inspection services, lenders, contractors, a local insurance and leasing agent) which was invaluable and saved us a lot of time. He found a multi-unit investment property for us which he ultimately negotiated below the asking price and even secured some repairs before closing. Mark facilitated the process very efficiently and kept us informed throughout. He is a steadfast real estate advisor and representative who was always available for any questions or feedback and he remains so to this day. His deep knowledge of the San Francisco market combined with his many local relationships was such a valuable asset in the competitive San Francisco real estate market. Our building is now fully renovated and leased and we couldn't be happier! My wife and I would highly recommend Mark whether you plan to buy or sell a home. He is a true professional and a real pleasure to work with!

Mark is the best of the best. He has represented us in three different San Francisco properties…read morespanning 15 years. In our most recent sale he was onsite helping arrange contractors and legal requirements daily - for weeks - to prepare our unit for sale. He has the best painter, floor refinisher, stager, cleaner, handyman and more. The prices and work completed was perfect, while he oversaw the entire process. I can't begin to say how fortunate we were to have such a hands-on realtor. He was also updating us daily and making sure we were on time with our listing and had all our documents done perfectly. With all the requirements for sale there is no way we could have sold our unit without him. He closed the sale in two weeks also. We have purchased property with Mark as well, and again, he got us the best price and found us a perfect property at that time. He knows every detail about current market conditions, and is well respected by countless other professionals meaning hitch-free sales, and purchases. HIGHLY RECOMMEND TO ALL!

What qualities does it take to be an amazing realtor? Honesty, Integrity, Respect within the Real…read moreEstate Community, and Excellent Follow-Through. John has all these assets. I've known John for quite a few years and knew of his excellent reputation. When my partner and I dissolved our relationship, I referred my Ex to John. John found him the perfect home that checked off all his boxes. He was quite pleased. 8 years on, it was my turn to sell. But the housing market had changed due to COVID-19, BLM protests, and depression-era levels of unemployment. John helped me understand this "new era" and adjust my expectations. Under all of these obstacles, John was able to get my home sold within a reasonable amount of time and within my price range. Couldn't be anymore happier. Highly recommend John and Compass Realty.

I got introduced to John through a friend who also worked with him and had only good things to say…read more From my first conversation with John I knew I'd found someone who could help me with finding my first place.He took the time to figure out what I was looking for, was always available to answer questions (quickly too!), and kept on top of sharing options that were coming on the market. Buying in San Francisco is challenging but John is a great partner to help with the process! John also puts in the work and time to determine what a competitive offer looks like once you do find a place you like. He'll put in the extra effort to speak with agents on your behalf and get all your concerns taken care of. I truly appreciated how John stayed on top of everything during the close process. When we first chatted, John told me that his job is to help make the buying process less stressful -- and he truly does that. As a first time home buyer, I would highly recommend him because he's patient and really takes the time to explain all the nuances of buying in San Francisco. On top of all of that, John is funny, kind, and patient which makes the tedium of hopping between different open houses a fun experience. Know that you have a trusted partner in John if you're looking to buy in San Francisco!

John was very helpful from the very start advising what the current market trends are the types…read moreof homes I wanted to preview and willing to always gather more details for me on all the properties I considered. His referrals were also very reliable and attentive to whatever needs I may have. He was willing to go above and beyond with short recordings of properties since o was not present to view them. I would highly recommend him to my friends and family.

John was on top of the sale of our house in Desert Hot Springs from start to finish! We needed a…read moreroof guy, he had one. We needed a carpet guy, he had one. We needed a handyman, no problem. Highly Highly recommend John for any Real Estate need.

You need to stop looking any further - Mike is the right choice. As long as we live in the Bay…read moreArea, we will work with Mike. We've worked with others before, and they cannot hold a candle to him when it comes to commitment, honesty, and results. Let's talk results: We sold our condo recently with Mike's help, and we know beyond any doubt that if we had worked with a different agent, our place would still be on the market, and we would be reducing our ask by at least $100k to get any interest. The reason I know that is that there are multiple other units in our complex that are nearly identical that did not sell, one price reduction after the other. We, on the other hand, closed at asking. Let's talk philosophy: You can tell Mike is in it for the long-haul. He treated us with honesty, transparency, patience and put our interests first. The client-agent relationship is one of imperfect information and incentives. A bad agent can put their interest ahead of those of the client. But that's not Mike. We know Mike prioritized our interest and repeat business over a slightly faster paycheck in the short-term. Let's talk process: Mike came through for us at every step of the way. When we started thinking about selling, he gave us the honest truth about our property, the market, and options. That transparency, professionalism, and commitment to our best interest carried forward through the pricing process, paperwork, staging, negotiations, and closing. The negotiations stage is where Mike's approach shined, as well. He worked with the other side to find the common interests, developed a relationship with the agent there, and worked out a deal that made us both better off. Let's talk going the extra mile: After we sold our condo, it turned out that the new washer and dryer we put in there were not hooked up. Fixing that is no easy task. The washer and dryer are located in an inconvenient spot. It took 3 contractors several hours just to get them in place. So what did Mike do? He went to the unit and took care of the entire thing. It must have been hours of hard work. Similarly, a friend who has worked with Mike many times now had an issue with his driveway right when listing. So, what did Mike do? He went to the house on the weekend, power washed it, and took care of the problem. Mike goes the extra mile. Mike is the right choice. He knows that if he treats people right, good things will happen.

Hi have had the pleasure of working with Michael on a recent transaction and it was smooth and…read moreeasy. His communication was excellent and I can say he always provided excellent services. Never an hitch or drama, just a very clean transaction. Thank you Michael, you are amazing!!!

I'm a realtor here in San Francisco who referred a client to David Wilhite and his son Matt. I…read moreneeded a realtor who was an expert in ranch land in Castro Valley and the complicated things that can come with that. I also needed someone who would work with attorneys and sensitive family dynamics. David Wilhite is the MAN and HERO!!! The deal was more complicated and he had both endless patience, great negotiating skills, and went above and beyond. At the end of the day . . . it's all about integrity and David showed integrity in spades. I highly recommend David.

My family was planning on selling a house located in Hayward and I did a lot of research on real…read moreestate agents with experience in that city. I came up with a top three list (all were equally excellent) and Matt Wilhite was included. Ultimately, our family did not sell, but Matt's help through our exploratory process was invaluable, thoughtful, personable, knowledgeable, clear, and professional. We give him the highest rating.

Purchasing a home in the current San Francisco market is a daunting task, and we are so grateful to…read morehave had John by our side. Throughout the process, John was extremely patient and calm, which made him very pleasant to work with, while at the same time he worked incredibly hard and quickly to help us succeed in finding our new home. It feels like these two traits should be incompatible -- being simultaneously so calm and pleasant but also extremely tenacious -- but somehow they exist together in John. What you can expect if you work with John: He will really take the time to understand what your priorities are and what you're looking for in a home, both in the initial meetings and while touring properties with you; he will maintain great communication with seller's agents so that you have the best information about a property and are able to seize any opportunity that may arise (he is well liked and respected by other agents!); he will help you craft a winning bid while making sure you're not overbidding; he will always maintain prompt and clear communication with you; he will always be honest, while never losing optimism in your search; he is very personable and enjoyable to spend time with. Almost two months to the day from when we first contacted John we're so excited to have closed on our new house. For a real estate transaction in San Francisco, you could not do better than working with John Solaegui.

What a pleasure and joy it was searching for a home in San Francisco with John. We were lucky to…read morebe referred to John by our agent in the East Bay and we couldn't be happier. John was thoughtful, an excellent listener, extremely knowledgeable about the SF real estate market, and not in the slightest pushy. We never felt pressured to make an offer and even when we were ready, John talked us through the pros and cons. If you're looking for a home in SF, you can't go wrong with John Solaegui representing you.

As a first-time homebuyer, my partner and I enjoyed working with Mark to help find our first home…read more Mark provides the highest quality of work. He really listened to our needs and made great suggestions while collaborating on the best strategies for our offer. Marks responsiveness and proactive approach, positioned us to win our dream forever home. Mark adds value by going the extra mile, and fight for his clients. He is professional, personable, pleasant, -&- patient. (Someone who we can trust with a high level of fiduciary care). I highly recommend Mark as a realtor!

Mark is a phenomenal realtor, he was able to end our 3 year home buying journey with a very short…read moreclose. When we needed it him and our loan broker would give us the right nudge, when we needed support they would fight for us and gave us sage advice. He is communicative, humble, willing to listen to what you need and most importantly on your side. We had doubts at times before meeting him whether we would be able to own a home in this tough market. He was able to break through it and get us there. We are now homeowners in a really beautiful house.

We just bought our first dream home and can confidently say this wouldn't have been possible…read morewithout David. His reputation, experience, knowledge, and empathy were essential. Buying your first home can feel overwhelming and confusing for anyone; for us, recently moving from Europe to a market as crazy as San Francisco, it felt nearly impossible. David was instrumental in guiding us, without ever putting any pressure, to ultimately buy a home with full confidence, and at a ridiculous speed (less than a week from first viewing to offer!). David has several important qualities that we really appreciated throughout the whole process. Above all, we valued his patience, respect, and willingness to understand what was really important to us. He went beyond the 'core home specs' of price/size/rooms but really sought to understand the life we wanted to create in our future home. This also meant being creative, thinking outside the box, and showing us options that challenged our 'inexperienced' views, which we greatly valued because we identified priorities we had initially overlooked. As an SF native, he helped us think beyond the right home and about the right location in terms of proximity to schools, parks, and other amenities critical to living happily when potentially buying a home. Another rare quality that we really appreciated is his honesty when assessing a home. It's natural for homebuyers (especially first-time) to sometimes think irrationally or emotionally, whether getting too attached to some random home feature (not important at all in hindsight) or wanting to make rushed decisions out of frustration. In all these situations, David's extensive experience in the SF market and working with many clients like us proved critical. He was always upfront and gave honest assessments of whether a place was a good fit or not, not just in the 'now', but in the long term. One key quality we didn't fully appreciate until it mattered was David's reputation in the real estate industry and among other agents. Mention David at any viewing or to any seller's agent, and everyone has only positive experiences to share. This is critical because, in a competitive market, finding the right home isn't the only challenge; winning in a likely bidding situation is the real hurdle. That's where relationships matter, and David's reputation as a trustworthy, honest, and high-quality realtor makes all the difference. Shout out also to David's team, who were available 24/7 for anything, be it a last-minute viewing or digging through disclosures late into the night. In fact, the team's value goes beyond purchasing a home. They support any post-home need you can ever imagine - from connecting us to insurance brokers, utilities, and financial institutions, to literally any specialist or tradesman you might need. We couldn't recommend David and his team more. He's an incredible agent and an amazing person. Thank you!

Is San Francisco real estate so competitive no one needs to follow up on leads?…read more The property posted on their window drew me in; it was modest and well-priced. Unfortunately it'd gone into contract. I left my name and number if it fell out of contract. As a salesperson I wouldn't let a prospect go without making contact, "We don't have this property available but we have two others, one a brand new listing, you might want to see..." Nothin'.