Okay I never make time to do this but I thought writing review was worth sitting down to do!…read more Ukiyo was amazing to rent from--professional, responsive, and easy to work with. A plus was that Maintenance was quick, and communication was always clear. Highly recommend because nowadays it's hard to find folks with integrity and that actually care about you and your families living conditions! Too bad I had to move out of state but if I ever come back to Cali, I'll definitely call Erica and April first!!

My partner had to decide to rent or sell his house. We met with Nick from Ukiyo twice and we were…read moreso impressed with his knowledge, direct approach and patience. We were looking forward to having them manage our rental and felt very confident with the selection based on the support and communication provided. We have had to put renting on hold but Ukiyo will be our first call if we decide to move ahead.

I rented a spacious 1 br apartment in Maxwell Park from Myerhoff & Associates. I snagged it during…read morethe pandemic, and the price was well below market value. The property was safe, had laundry facilities, and management was always attentive with maintenance requests. I outgrew that apartment, but would happily rent from them again. Shame I couldn't find a listing that matched my needs in my new move!

My partner and I lived in a Myerhoff & Associates unit for just over 6 years. In that time, the…read morewhole team has been responsive, respectful and courteous. Maintenance requests were taken seriously and remedied quickly. We really loved our unit and would rent from them again if we didn't leave the country.

Teresa at Placer Title is fantastic. My business partner has been selecting Placer Title in…read moreAlameda to handle most of escrows. Everything seems to go real smooth with Teresa. There's a few things I particularly like about Placer in Alameda: 1) They let you come in for a signing, and do so safely during COVID. This eliminates the expensive mobile notary cost, and replaces it with a $15 fee per signature. This is much cheaper. 2) Teresa follows up throughout the transaction. In real estate it seems that things get dropped and never picked up again until some downstream stakeholder asks what the heck is going on. This doesn't occur with Teresa. She's proactive and follows up. This gets transactions done faster and cleaner. 3) COVID precautions - they take it serious at their office. They have a dedicated conference room for signings. There is a separator between the escrow officer and the signer. And they cleanse everything like its an operating room at a hospital. Thanks for all the great work, Placer Alameda!

This is the most unprofessional and disorganized title company that I have ever dealt with. Just to…read morebe clear , this review is reflected on their local alameda office . I had some interaction with the folks at their Pleasanton location and they are actually a lot more helpful. I was suppose to receive my check from selling my property in Friday , I didn't hear anything from the title company until 4:30 in the afternoon and I was told my check was ready but they close at 5 pm. So obviously I couldn't make it to their office in 30 min in Friday evenings traffic so I was told I can go on Monday morning and pick up my check . I show up in Monday morning (having to take time off my job) and sure enough the check is not even ready and I have to wait for it "to get printed". Totally wasting my time for good 15 min for the check that was suppose to be ready already .

Micheal Simpson didn't have to show me another property on the fly, but listening to my needs, he…read moredid. And he went above and beyond- he drove me there! I'm very happy to report I was approved and signed my lease not 24 hours later. It was a very challenging apartment search for me and he really saved the day. I don't plan on moving anytime soon now, but if I were going to, he'd be my first call. Period.

Rent SF sucks not only can you not get through to anyone ever contact anyone or get someone to ever…read morelook at an application but we had a $500 deposit stolen from us and never got it back and we didn't even get into a house or anything we did an application that required a $500 deposit that we were supposed to get back they'll give you a s***** Studio for $3,000 and then expect you to pay a deposit which is not ethically moral or systematically just these aren't just houses in finances these are people's lives and everyone deserves a home I think rent SF needs to take a couple steps back and look at themselves as a company as an organization and add morale to their policies add understanding to their conduct and include empathy as a package deal

Kellen was a pleasure to work with throughout our home search. He's responsive, patient, and deeply…read moreknowledgeable about his local market. He lined up showings quickly, explained nuances we wouldn't have caught on our own, and walked us through every offer and closing detail with care. His team is tight and well-coordinated. When tricky property issues came up, he had contractor quotes and context in hand within a day, going above and beyond. He never rushed our decisions and always made us feel like the priority. Five stars, no hesitation.

We met Kellen a few years ago and have been looking for houses on/off over the duration with him…read more Then, Kellen recently helped us decide and move forward to buy our first home. Over these open house visits, he has been very supportive and answering our questions patiently while providing various improvement ideas. During the purchase process he has been very prompt and detailed while guiding us. Kellen and his team has been supportive in closing our house in a record time and also guiding us through various conversations with loaner(s), contractor(s), title company, insurance company(ies) and so on.

There are many reasons why Kate McCaffrey Group is the top selling team in Alameda, and I will tell…read moreyou this: they hold nothing back when it comes to getting your house sold for the right price. Our house was not an easy sale, it was at the high end of pricing because our location was on the SF Bay. We saw many offers that did not recognize the price of an amazing view, and we weathered the storm of low offers mainly because Kate's team made it very clear what it would take to get the house. Ultimately the right buyer came, but it was Kate's team who fought to get it done. The staging, appointments, flyers, advertising, open houses all were geat, but it was the common sense bargaining knowledge and technical expertise that separates them from the rest. We couldn't be more pleased with the outcome, Kate and team are the best!

Jeanne did a wonderful job helping me find my forever home. She was responsive, patient, and easy…read moreto get along with. The process was easy to navigate and I cannot be happier with my purchase. Highly recommend!

Professional and Reliable Property Management I have been…read moreworking with The Cal Agents since 2025 to manage my house rental in the Bay Area, and it has been a consistently positive experience. Key Highlights: 1. Exceptional Team: I've had the pleasure of working with Wilsen, Ahyeza, Chris, Patricia, Jana, Fiona, Nikki, and Ramiro. They are professional, attentive, and easy to collaborate with. 2. Problem Solvers: One of their greatest strengths is that they never shy away from a hard problem. Whether it's a maintenance issue or a tenant concern, they tackle it head-on with a level of responsiveness that is hard to find. 3. Trusted Partnership: When you are looking for a partner to manage an investment property, creating an empathetic and caring relationship with the tenants is the most important factor. They have proven themselves to be reliable stewards of my property. Pro-Tip for Owners: Because they manage a diverse portfolio of both condos and houses, I found that providing clear context on my specific expectations for house-level marketing and maintenance from the start created a great feedback loop. Their receptiveness to this high level of communication is exactly why our partnership works so well; it ensures everyone is aligned from day one. Overall: If you need a team that is responsive and capable of handling the complexities of the Bay Area rental market, I highly recommend The Cal Agents.

I've been a customer with Cal Agents for two years, going on three now, and overall I've been happy…read morewith their service. Maria, my property management coordinator, is attentive, communicative, and helped make my recent lease renewal process smooth and seamless. I've found the team responsive, organized, and generally on top of things

I'm honestly a little surprised by some of the negative reviews because my experience with Cerda…read moreZein Real Estate has been completely different. Of course, everyone can have a different experience, but I can only speak from mine, and it has been great from start to finish. The whole team has been on top of everything. Communication has been great, everything has gone smoothly, and whenever I have a question or concern, I know someone will respond and try to address it. I also understand that in real estate and property management, not everything is always within their control. Things happen, repairs can take time, owners and vendors are involved, and sometimes unexpected issues come up. What matters to me is how a company responds when there is a problem. With Cerda Zein, I genuinely feel that they are on your side and willing to do everything they reasonably can to help. That's probably what I appreciate the most. I don't expect everything to be perfect all the time, but I do expect people to communicate, take responsibility for what they can control, and make an effort to find a solution. That has absolutely been my experience with Cerda Zein. I've had a very positive experience with them and would definitely recommend the team based on how I've been treated.

I am a Section 8 tenant in the City of Alameda, and approximately three years ago I contacted…read moreCerda-Zein Real Estate for assistance finding housing. Initially, I felt hopeful because they did make an effort to help me. I especially want to acknowledge Yosef and Richie, who were both very kind to me. I appreciated the way they treated me personally, and I don't want my negative review to take away from that. Unfortunately, my overall experience with the company became extremely disappointing. As time went on, the communication essentially stopped. My texts and telephone calls were no longer being answered, and eventually I felt that I had simply been ghosted. Finding housing as a Section 8 tenant is already extremely difficult. When you reach out to a real estate company for help, you are placing a great deal of trust in them. Even if a company ultimately cannot find housing for you, communication matters. I would have much rather received an honest phone call or message saying, "We're sorry, but we're unable to help you," than have my calls and messages go unanswered. I understand that finding a landlord willing to work with a Section 8 voucher can present challenges for a real estate agent. My disappointment isn't simply that they were unable to find me housing. My disappointment is with the way the communication ended. I am grateful to Yosef and Richie for the kindness they showed me, but after my experience, I was left feeling that once it became apparent that helping me would be difficult, I was no longer worth responding to. For someone struggling to find stable housing, particularly someone relying on a Section 8 voucher, being ignored can be incredibly discouraging. I hope Cerda-Zein Real Estate will improve the way it communicates with Section 8 clients in the future, even when it cannot ultimately help them find a home.

I hired Guy Blume to help me sell my two-family homes in Alameda, and I couldn't have asked for a…read morebetter experience. What really stood out was how hands-on he was. Guy didn't just give suggestions about preparing the properties for sale. He actually helped coordinate contractors and repairs to get the homes looking their best for buyers. That kind of support made the process much easier. He was always easy to reach, answered my questions clearly, and explained things in a way that helped me understand the process without ever talking down to me. When offers came in, he gave honest feedback and never pressured me to accept anything I wasn't comfortable with. If you're selling property in Alameda and want someone knowledgeable, responsive, and genuinely looking out for your best interests, I highly recommend Guy.

We selected Team Guy after meeting with seven other realtors to sell our house. Guy's extensive…read moremarket knowledge and advice played an incredibly instrumental role in the sale. He provided invaluable insights and saw things we otherwise would have missed. He has a lot of experience doing what he does! Guy and Ashley both worked tirelessly to get results. We couldn't be happier with how quickly the house sold. Guy comes with our highest recommendation, as we have been thoroughly impressed with his work.

They have great people on their maintenance team. They responded to my service ticket very quickly…read moreand left a great impression. Shout out to Julio Gonzalez for installing my new blinds and leaving no mess behind. Excellent service, excellent management and maintenance team.

I've rented through Advent Properties for a year now. They have been responsive and considerate…read more There are some glitches with the ap Meld, but they have been easy to resolve.