Wesley Ko came highly recommended from a friend. He laid out a plan for us to sell my current…read moreapartment and purchase a new house in 6 months (all in Oakland) and he worked very hard to help accomplish that goal. Throughout the process he was patient, responsive and professional. For the sale, Wesley and his teammates were extremely efficient when it came to staging and holding open houses and we were able to sell my apartment after the first scheduled showings. The only really difficult thing I had to do was say goodbye to the apartment and move out. I am extremely picky and so when we began to tour houses, Wesley's patience and eye for details really helped narrow down potential properties that would be a good fit for me and we also struck out a lot of bad ones. Wesley's experience shines during touring. Just to name a few things he has a keen sense of smell for moisture/mold, can feel for the slightest unevenness in floors and can tell good from bad repair work just from a quick glance and feel, he has really seen it all. This is where a whole lot of Wesley's value comes from, he's not just another paper pusher...he actually enjoys looking at houses with clients and he is great at pointing out things that a normal person wouldn't see. Eventually a few months later we were able to close on a new house that was exactly what I was looking for. It was a pleasure to work with Wesley and he was so helpful throughout the entire process. As I said before he is thoughtful, smart, engaged and it's clear he loves what he does and I now recommend him to everyone I know who is looking to buy in the bay area.

I think a 4 1/2 star review would have been more appropriate so I would rate OWN very good. We…read moreengaged Wilson and his team at OWN to sell our home in Millbrae. We interviewed three realtors and we selected Wilson because we agreed with his vision as to how to prepare our home for sale and his assessment of current market conditions. We were very pleased with the decision as we found out that Wilson has a strong team to support the preparation and sales process. A project plan was developed months in advance and for the most part all deadlines were achieved. Luis (contractor) and Priscilia (coordinator) prepared the house for sale on time and on budget. The staging firm did a great job in presenting our home. When necessary Wilson was alway available to answer our questions. The Open Houses took place as we planned months in advance and we were given an update at the end of each weekend. When offers came in Wilson and Cathy (Experttcs) helped us navigate through the negotiation process until we accepted a bid that met our target. We were then introduced to Michele (Director of Ops) and Aldolfo (escrow officer of WFG Title Co.) to guide us through the closing process. Their assistance made the paperwork burden as painless as possible. We were happy with the entire process and impressed with how the Own Team worked together to get the job done. We deducted a 1/2 star because the lateral sewer work mandated by the city was delayed for weeks because the plumber that OWN uses was not available. This caused a delay in closing. My recommendation to OWN is to expand the list of plumbers the company can use. Also, we were assigned an original coordinator with whom we did all the pre-planning. However, when execution time arrived we discovered she left the company. Thankfully Priscilia stepped in and everything worked out fine.

Working with Nero was great from start to end. As first time home buyers, the process was somewhat…read moreintimidating. Navigating all the different organizations and requirements along with the hundreds of pages of documents was made infinitely easier knowing that Nero was always available to answer our questions. Nero also gave us the distinct impression that he genuinely wanted to help. He went above and beyond in making sure everything went smoothly, even outside of his direct responsibilities as a realtor. For example, when one of the inspectors couldn't find access to the crawl space, Nero took time out of his day to come to the property and find it himself. This is just one of the many examples which made us feel that Nero truly cared. We will definitely be reaching out to Nero again if we, or anyone we know, needs a realtor in the future. I cannot recommend him enough!

I've worked with Nero on several transactions-- I can't recommend him enough! He is organize,…read moreextremely communicative, and brings key insights to the table.

We had the absolute pleasure of working with Kevin Cruz and the Kinetic team on our client's…read morelisting in Fremont, and they did an outstanding job. They didn't just put the home on the market. They stepped in, fronted the renovation costs, and managed the entire process from start to finish. Because of their hard work and smart approach, our client was able to showcase the property in its best light and walk away with stronger proceeds. Kevin and his team know exactly what improvements make a difference, and they handle everything with professionalism and care. If you want a team that goes above and beyond to get results, Kevin Cruz and Kinetic are the ones to call.

We recently closed escrow on a house we sold in Daly City for a great price. Thanks to the guidance…read moreand experience of Kevin Cruz and his Kinetic Real Estate team, our house was quickly sold without incurring any renovation costs. Surprisingly, before the house was even listed on the market, we got a great offer just two weeks after we signed a contract with Kevin. This shows how well-connected and experienced Kevin and his team is with both buyers and sellers of properties in the Bay Area/Daly City market. We were very impressed by his presentation of showcasing the property to gain maximum exposure to both online and visiting buyers. As our realtor, Kevin was in constant communication throughout the entire process and we ended up getting the best deal possible. Selling a home has never been so well-organized, convenient and satisfying. I highly recommend and compliment Kevin and Kinetic Real Estate for an outstanding job!

Kevin Ho was amazing in helping us buy our first home! We were competing against multiple offers,…read moreand the tenant-occupied property added extra challenges. When unexpected issues came up, Kevin communicated with everyone involved, and found solutions that kept the deal moving forward. He was always responsive, patient, and made us feel that our best interests came first. His market knowledge and negotiation skills were invaluable in getting our offer accepted. We're incredibly grateful for Kevin's help and couldn't recommend him more!

This real estate agent talks a big game, but in my limited experience, he is just like the rest…read more Mostly oriented around money and not willing to take on harder situations!! Run of the mill real estate agent, in a very hot market, in my personal opinion.

Danielle and her team are amazing. She helped us through both selling our Potrero house and buying…read moreour new house in Noe, and there were SO many moving pieces along the way. She was always available, super responsive, and an incredibly valuable co-pilot throughout the whole journey. When it came to preparing our house for sale, as well as our pricing strategy, her team and network added so much value -- ultimately resulting in an incredible offer that was $1.4M over asking. On the flip side, when she helped us buy our new home in Noe Valley, it was a total nail-biter with multiple offers and rounds of negotiation. In the end, we won because of Danielle's long-term relationships and experience. She has her finger on the pulse of the SF market, she'll tell you what she really thinks, and most importantly, she's just a real, authentic person who you genuinely trust to have your back. We couldn't recommend her more.

Always selling beautiful homes in our Potrero Hill neighborhood in San Francisco…read more Home quality offerings, videos, photography and staging are stellar. In an extremely competitive San Francisco real estate market where buyers are acquiring $1 million above listing prices means having either a buyers or sellers agent is critical in having the hyper local neighborhood real estate expertise, insights, marketing, deep knowledge of local market value.

I highly recommend Samantha to anyone looking to buy or sell a home in San Francisco! She helped my…read moredad with selling his house in the Portola neighborhood of San Francisco, and we honestly couldn't have asked for a better agent to guide us through the process. From the very beginning, Samantha made us feel comfortable and confident that we were in good hands. She is incredibly knowledgeable, experienced, and genuinely cares about the people she works with. She was always patient, communicative, and willing to take the time to answer any questions we had, no matter how big or small. She also speaks multiple languages, including Cantonese, which was especially helpful for my dad and made the entire experience that much more personal. One thing we really appreciated was how much effort Samantha put into making sure the house looked its absolute best. From professional photography and video shoots to staging and a dedicated property website, she went above and beyond to showcase the home and attract potential buyers. You can really tell she takes pride in her work and wants the best for her clients. On top of everything, Samantha is an amazing negotiator! Her experience, understanding of the market, and strong negotiation skills helped us sell the house for $200,000 above our asking price! We couldn't have been happier with the outcome, and it was reassuring knowing we had someone who was truly looking out for our family's best interests every step of the way. Samantha made this entire process extremely easy and stress free. We're incredibly grateful for her hard work, patience, and dedication. If you're looking for a trustworthy and experienced real estate agent in San Francisco, we can't recommend Samantha enough!

We had a wonderful experience working with Samantha Huang to sell our family's home in the…read moreCrocker-Amazon neighborhood of San Francisco! Selling a home that our parents had lived in for over 20 years was a major milestone for our family, and Samantha helped make the entire process as smooth and stress-free as possible. From preparing the house for sale to navigating offers and closing, she was professional, knowledgeable, responsive, and incredibly helpful every step of the way. What we appreciated most was her clear communication, attention to detail, and willingness to go above and beyond to guide our family through the selling process. She was always available to answer questions, explain our options, and make sure we felt informed and comfortable with each decision. One thing she did exceptionally well was communicating both in English for me and Cantonese for my parents! Also, she went above and beyond in negotiating the sale price in a timely manner! We're grateful for Samantha's hard work and dedication in helping our parents successfully sell their San Francisco home. We highly recommend Samantha to anyone looking for a trustworthy, experienced, and dedicated real estate agent in San Francisco!

Honestly I don't know where to begin because this is probably the best person you can even imagine…read moreof purchasing a home with. I recently had the pleasure of working with Nick Villanueva when purchasing my new home, and I can't express enough how wonderful the experience was because from the very beginning, Nick was incredibly professional, knowledgeable, and attentive to my needs. Firstly, this is my first home purchase and Nick took the time to understand exactly what I was looking for in a home. He listened carefully to my preferences and priorities, which made me feel confident that I was in good hands. His deep understanding of the local market and trends was clearly evident, and it was very clear that he had my best interests at heart. Secondly, Nick had the best communication as he kept me informed at every step of the process, and made sure to answer any questions I had at any time and provided regular updates. This honestly made me feel much better and safer knowing the true transparency and responsiveness from Nick. This was truly appreciated and made the entire experience stress free. When it came to viewing properties, Nick was incredibly organized and efficient in time and would always be there before I was. He scheduled viewings at the most convenient times and provided valuable insights about each property I visited. Even after 50+ homes that I viewed, he came to each home with a great smile and energy that motivated me more in purchasing the home. Negotiating the purchase was another area where Nick showed his professional experience. His expertise and strategic approach ensured that I got the best possible deal. He handled all the negotiations with professionalism, always keeping my interests as the top priority. Honestly Nick went above and beyond to ensure that everything went smoothly, and his support throughout all the process was incredible as once again this was my first experience in purchasing a home, but after this, will definitely not be the last time I work with Nick. I am now happily moving in my new home, and I owe the world's largest thank you to Nick Villanueva for making this possible. I highly recommend Nick to anyone looking to buy or sell a home as he isn't just an agent, but honestly I genuinely see him as a friend that wants the best for you. So if you are looking for smooth expertise, professionalism, and genuine care for yourself, then Nick is the person for you. Finally, I want to say one last thank you to Nick, and truly appreciate you. Thank you!

Nick and Justin were truly exemplary. I am grateful for their professionalism and dedicated…read moreapproach in helping us seal the deal for our dream house. The quality of effort and the amount of time they put into guiding me & my family throughout the entire process was incredible. Thus, making our journey of purchasing within San Francisco uncomplicated & serene. I really appreciate that they made sure that we understand every step of the process (they answered all our inquiries & concerns with clarity) alongside with thoroughly accommodating the necessary details that we want to come along with the property. The inspections- visiting the property and the possible issues we may encounter along were discussed & taken care of, making sure that we get the best out of our money.  Working with them was such a bliss! Me & my family are filled with gratitude for the unparalled labor they put unto this transaction. I highly endorse them to those who are in search for a superb, reliable, and an easy-going real estate services. You won't regret it.

Lauren and team were FANTASTIC! My husband and I have lived in SF for 10 years and we were finally…read moreready to look at buying our first home as the rental market went crazy. We had no clue what we were doing walking into this and Lauren helped guide the way from teaching us about the market in general, advising us and referring us to good financing options, and more. The very first thing we did was an exercise to help make sure we had realistic expectations - we looked at a variety of neighborhoods with our price point in mind and looked at previously sold units to understand what we could and could not afford. It was very helpful to then narrow our search to start looking. Lauren walked us through all the options and made sure we wouldn't waste time with things that didn't make sense. When we found homes we liked, Lauren immediately jumped into action, pulling down inspections, sharing intel on the selling agent, and more. She would walk us through the full inspection reports and help flag things we should dig further into. As a family with a kid, she was also extremely thoughtful in guiding us based on nuances of kids in the city. And when it came time to negotiating the home we got, she worked her magic! Up against two cash offers, Lauren helped us navigate a competitive offer in other ways to beat them out. Unreal! Our friends were blown away at how quickly we were able to get a place compared to what they've seen in this crazy market. Our full time from kickoff with Lauren to close was probably only about 2 months total - wayyyy faster than we thought any of this would go down in the crazy SF market. Her team also helped throughout the close process to make sure we were set on moving logistics and getting set for all the new things involved in home ownership. We are so grateful to Lauren and her team who went above and beyond to make sure we were getting the home of our dreams and that we were set up for success. Would highly recommend her and the entire Krishnan team!

Working with Val and the Krishnan team on our home search and purchase was a great experience!…read moreAlthough they have a busy practice, we felt very well educated and prepared at every step. (Pro tip: take the homework they give you seriously- the Past Sold exercise was incredibly valuable) Val and her team were always present and reliable when an important decision needed to be made, a problem required solving, or an opportunity demanded action. Val brings a lot of experience and judgment to the process. She is warm and personable, but also pragmatic, firm, and refreshingly no-nonsense when the situation calls for it. We appreciated having someone who could cut through the noise, give us a clear read on a situation, and help keep a complicated transaction moving forward. She also created opportunities for us that we genuinely don't think we would have had with another agent. She and her team were thorough with the details and documents, helped us work through a seemingly endless number of questions, and made the overall process much more manageable. Val is very good at what she does. If you're looking for someone experienced, well connected, pragmatic, and effective when it counts, while still being empathetic, she's a great person to have in your corner. We would absolutely work with her again and would happily recommend her to friends looking to buy or sell a home.

Jeffrey Walter d Jesus, Jeff, is not only our real estate agent, but also a role model for my…read morefamily and I. We look up to him and applaud him for being blessed with honesty, patience, kindness, integrity, congeniality and exceedingly developed work ethics. If any individual or family is in need of a calm, down-to-earth, tremendously experienced, never-too-hurried real estate agent, Jeff is the man you seek. My family and I describe him as a character not in the housing market just to sell or buy property for clients, but to educate them on basics of real estate, (Jeff has also successfully trained many rookie real estate agents too); he lends an ear and answers all your questions no matter how late or early it is. There is a lot to say of a man who starts his day at around 5:30am at a Starbucks store, with thankfulness in his heart and the Bible open before him. All in all, Jeff is a blessing in our lives and we hope that any individual reading this review will make a wise decision to utilize services that Jeff has to offer, that is, if you want a good guy on your side, who's got your back at all times. Ratna (Ron) and Archana (Julie) Acharya.

Jeffrey provided all information and was very helpful including finance information. He's very…read moreprofessional and knows the Real Estate market and current trends. I would recommend him as your Real Estate agent. Although there are many on them out there to choose, you can't go wrong with him. Art N

Jennie helped my fiance and I purchase our first home in San Francisco! We were completely…read moreunfamiliar with the home buying process and were not even pre approved. We only had a week to figure everything out before offers were due. Jennie made everything so easy and linked us with a great loan agent and other vendors. We were able to close on our home in just 15 days thanks to her help. She is also super responsive to calls, texts, and emails and hand held us through the whole process. I would gladly recommend her to my family and anyone else who is interested in purchasing a property!

From the get-go, Jennie was a great agent -- super organized and friendly. We knew exactly what…read moreneeded to happen at each step. With Mindy's help, they were both able to answer all our questions quickly and efficiently. What really made all the difference was Jennie's approach and persistence in getting us the house we really wanted. She worked closely with the other agent and made sure we got it across the finish line. Highly recommended!